2010 Dodge Challenger Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -17 City / 22 -25 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
250 -425
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Steven P
Furious fuchsia challenger. No kidding that is what it is called.
No problems, not fast but 13, s in the quarter is ok. Looks great, I get many great complements. Gas mpg is 22, s average with regular gas. It gets a bit quicker with mid grade gas. Very comfortable, with white leather. It has a the classic stripe option and that also gives it a great kicker in the looks department.
accountCircle Carlie E
Don't try to race me on the freeway. I am a responsible driver.
First I love the look of Dodge challengers. I like the size of the vehicle. I like the performance speed as well as the safety and control of driving this vehicle.
accountCircle thomas b
It's hella sweet. It looks like the old school sports car and rides like one too.
My car is freakin sweet. It's sleek, s**y and rides great. I like making a presence in it.
accountCircle John M
Size matters, this is a two seater only.
I get a lot of remarks from people who see my car. It is a very popular model. Handles very well and easy to drive. The electronics including stereo and phone connect are great. Never have to listen to radio commercials again. Plenty of legroom in the front but no leg room in the back at all. This car is really a two seater, not made for backseat passengers.
accountCircle Levi W
It is not for backroads. . .
It is a nice reliable car. It is sporty. It runs good and looks good too. Easy on gas. No complaints.
accountCircle Neil R
Great performance for years, with some minor trim build issues.
It has been extremely reliable mechanically and performance based for 10 years. The only real issue I have had is the lower front trim spoiler is connected to a lot of underneath protectors, and if it breaks, it can break multiple pieces, including the wheel well.
accountCircle Logan W
I love how it purrs when I press on the pedal.
Uses a lot of gas and does not have the best gas mileage. Very comfortable. Is not the best car for long trips. Very stylish and nice body work. Picks up speed nicely. A strong engine. Drives smoothly. Not very spacious only meant for 2 people. Has very good bass for music.
accountCircle Jennifer S
It's long lasting, fuel efficient, and trustworthy
I've never had any mechanical issues with this vehicle despite it being driven over ten thousand miles. It's pretty good on gas despite being an older model and has been instrumental in me keeping my job.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Charleserandall
Worthless cannot fix no part available WTF
2010 srt8 abs sensor no part available to fix MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE dodgejust says oh well car is worthless now 40k+ junk
accountCircle Joe Blow
Daily driver NOT!
I can't understand why a 2010 model Challenger SRT8 that only has 42000 miles on it, should already require a new computer? At 42000 miles this car should still be like new. The body and interior are great. It should not be sitting in my driveway like a big, expensive lawn ornament. No matter how beautiful the car is, it is useless if it can't be driven. And worse yet, the computer can ONLY be replaced by the dealership. Yes, I know we shouldn't have bought it if we can't afford to fix it when something goes bad, but had no idea major parts would go bad at 42000 miles. What a rip off. I guess I can charge people to take selfies as and post them online so they too can look cool. I will think twice when buying next time.
accountCircle Blake H
These experience the rise and fall of wasted potential.
It is great for aesthetics but not for performance, it weighs entirely too much without the proper power to compensate for how it looks. For a daily driver the fuel economy is very nice with an average of 20+ miles per gallon. I would recommend getting one with a little more power so the power feels more accomplished with his or her purchase.
accountCircle Robert B
Vehicle performance on Challenger
Low pick up. Slow to warm up. Not good on long trips with holding the road. Bad visibility and issues with keeping windows clear when driving in heavy rain. In northern areas it has trouble with heavy snow. Vehicle has good mileage. No real problems with oil changes or filters.
accountCircle Omar J
It has really good suspension.
It's great for showing off but not for long travels. It has nice seats and the suspension is smooth. If you want something to drive to work or just around I would get this car but not if u want it for traveling. So with other words I would say it is an amazing beast of a car.
accountCircle Carlina R
Great for road trips, costly to maintain.
Constant screeching and clicking sound that cost about 1k every year to fix. However, it is very comfortable and spacious and has a ton of trunk space. We have to take it for repairs at least three times a year, which is problematic for us, though I assume normal for a 10 year old car.
accountCircle Maria M
Fast and fun. Reliable and easy to use.
Comfortable and reliable. A/c is excellent and is a fast car. Not for families, due to small or little seating in the back. Overall I enjoy my dodge challenger 2010 and its performance. So if you searching for a sports car, I recommend a dodge. Fun and sporty.
accountCircle April R
It has horrible blind spots.
I love that it is blue, has a trunk and is a two seater. I hate the blind spots when driving on the freeway. Also wish some days that I had more of a back seat.

Dodge Challenger Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SE
250 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats
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R/T
372 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats
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R/T Classic
372 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats
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SRT8
425 HP 16 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Dodge Challenger Owner Reviews

4.49
112 Reviews
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5 stars 63%
4 stars 28%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 2%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Steven P on June 25, 2021
Furious fuchsia challenger. No kidding that is what it is called.
No problems, not fast but 13, s in the quarter is ok. Looks great, I get many great complements. Gas mpg is 22, s average with regular gas. It gets a bit quicker with mid grade gas. Very comfortable, with white leather. It has a the classic stripe option and that also gives it a great kicker in the looks department.
accountCircle Philip A on June 9, 2021
Beautiful car that you can't wait to take on a track.
High maintenance vehicle all-around, stick shift makes it fun, visually stunning, dangerous to drive in snow, very comfortable seat features, heat & air work properly, 20 mpg. Hemi engines gives the car a pretty good performance, rear end drive makes it difficult to park on hills.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Latorsha B.

Nice and stylish look inside and out. Easy maintenance as far as replacing bulbs and batteries. Smooth ride in the city and in the highways. Pretty good on gas mileage. It has enough room for me and my family. Good horsepower.

likeFilled Mark S.

Horsepower is a extra with this vehicle. The body style is classic, plus the ride of American muscle. Extra large trunk space makes hauling groceries a breeze. Have the large engine makes traveling fun and exciting.

likeFilled Lesley P.

The pros of the car of course a smart car. However a basic model for beginners. Great mileage. I love the interior GPS, Bluetooth, radio. It is very spacious inside I am 5'6". It is hard to get a car seat in and out the back seat. It is not a lot of room in the back. I enjoy my automatic seats.

likeFilled Carol T.

The car handles great, it is very comfortable for a long drive, I have not had any engine problems, just main things that will go wrong after having it for 10 years, I have nothing to say about this car that would be a con.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Latorsha B.

It has some blind sides in it to me. Water got in my taillight after having it for awhile. It seems to have some electrical problems. Wish it was a four door model. Would like the radio and speaker system to be better. Bluetooth systems.

dislikeFilled Mark S.

Gas mileage sucks in the city. Rear wheel drive is a nightmare during the winter months. Only having two doors makes it difficult to enjoy passengers. Also the fact of not having a sunroof is disappointing.

dislikeFilled Lesley P.

Space in the back is very small with other passengers. I hate that the driver seat is the only seat that is moves automatic verse the passengers being manual. It does take off slow if you are racing that is about it.

dislikeFilled Carol T.

There are absolutely no cons with my car. The only one that I have is that I got a manual and after 10 years, I am older and tired of driving a manual. The only thing I can say bad about the car is that I do go through a lot of tires. They do not last long.

Ranks #4 Sports Cars by Owners

The 2010 Dodge Challenger has an average owner rating of 4.57 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 9 other Sports Cars.

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2010 Mazda RX-8
5
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2010 Chevrolet Camaro
4.6
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2010 Dodge Challenger
4.49

Ranks #4 Sports Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Dodge Challenger has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #4 of 9 other Sports Cars.

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro
29 MPG
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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
28 MPG
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2010 Dodge Challenger
25 MPG

Is The 2010 Dodge Challenger A Good Car?

Yes it has been a great vehicle for me and my family. Very reliable. Good gas mileage and very fun to drive.
Jim P.
Absolutely! I love my dodge challenger, we looked for one for a couple of years before buying it. It is not one I would choose for rear facing infant car seats, but it's fine for forward facing and... Read More
Angela A.
Yes, however it has had a lot of electrical issues. But for the most part it has been one of my favorite vehicles that I have had
Benjamin U.
Yes it looks great and handles well. It is very reliable. It is fast and accelerates quickly allowing you to get wherever you need to be.
Patricia S.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Dodge Challenger?

Yes it is a reliable car. The only problem I have had is with my catalytic converters and it was a minor issue easy fix.
Jim P.
It is very reliable. I haven't had a bit of trouble with it. But I'd try to keep the oil changed in a timely manner. There has only been 1 recall that I am aware of and the dealership fixed it right... Read More
Angela A.
Yes, when it isn't giving me electrical problems & issues with crazy things that you would not expect
Erika D.
I think the challenger is a very reliable car. I've had no issues with it so far. The gas mileage is not great but that is expected with a big powerful engine.
Brittany D.

Is The 2010 Dodge Challenger A Good Value?

I got mine for 13,000. I think for the price it was an okay value in retrospect I might have tried to spend less on something more practical but I love it.
Jim P.
New the cost was probably around $25,500, but I purchased mine when it was a year old, and got a great deal on it.
Angela A.
It cost 15000. I think it is a very good value you definitely get what you pay for. I have received a lot of compliments even though I haven't been driving it that long.
Madison Z.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2010 Dodge Challenger wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: The 2010 Dodge Challenger wheel bolt pattern iS5 X4.5" or 5 X114.3mm. This means that there are 5 lug nuts and they are 4.5 inches or 114.3 millimeters apart from each other. When You are shopping for...

What's the 2010 Dodge Challenger thermostat location?

Answer: The 2010 Dodge Challenger's thermostat and housing should be found by looking on the driver's side of the engine bay below the power steering and towards the exhaust manifold. The thermostat is a key part of...

What's the 2010 Dodge Challenger speaker size?

Answer: The size of the speakers on the 2010 Dodge Challenger iS3-1/2" for the center and corner dash, 6x9" for the front door, 8 inches for the rear deck center, and 6-3/4" for the rear deck corner. If the speakers...

What's the 2010 Dodge Challenger o2 sensor location?

Answer: There are a total of four 02 sensors located in the 2010 Dodge Challenger. Two are located upstream right in the exhaust manifolds and the other two are located downstream on the catalytic converter. These...

How do i perform the 2010 Dodge Challenger tire pressure sensor reset?

Answer: To reset the tire pressure sensor on Your 2010 Dodge Challenger, put Your key into the ignition and turn it to the On position. Whatever You do, do not start the vehicle. You're going to now press and hold onto...
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Safety & Reliability

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