Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -18 City / 23 -27 HWY
Horsepower
305 -470
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mary M
It has a cooler built into the glove department. Love it.
My car is wonderful. I do need it to be a little bigger because I often transport four children. I love the way it drives.
accountCircle James M
Ruby red dodge challenger.
My vehicle is a 2012, I have not had much problems and have not had any major maintenance issues. My vehicle is currently at 108k miles and is starting to show signs of dashboard wear and it has lifted from the radio. I believe that would be normal wear and tear.
accountCircle Daniel C
I love my car it's a muscle car and has a lot of horsepower.
Has a very powerful horsepower engine and you'll fall in love with it
accountCircle Carnisha J
If I can get a newer model every year, it would be the only car I would own.
Sport car, drives like a sewing machine. Great on gas. I love to drive it everyday because of the sound it makes like I am racing. It has loud pipes and a great Bose system. My only car that has ever made me feel like I am in a NASCAR race. I wouldn't trade it for the world.
accountCircle Clint B
It has the 70s muscle car look.
I love my 2012 dodge challenger sxt plus, it has a great ride and is very comfortable I have no complaints about the car at all except for the three recalls that have been taken care of two were four airbag plugs and one was for the alternator other than that there has been no problems, though they could put a better set of tires that could last longer on the car.
accountCircle Wendy P
Fast and good on gas., Dodge challenger.
Love the interior lots of legroom, great engine performance, have had some issues with heater and air conditioner vents, the part that pushes the air through. Not a mechanic so not sure what its called. This car did not come with fog lights, that is not right I think all cars should come with fog lights standard.
accountCircle Robert S
It is high performance and comfortable to drive.
I like the looks of my car. I like that it looks like the Challenger like one from 69 or 70. I like the performance and that it didn't cost a fortune compared to imports.
accountCircle Asia C
I love my dodge hemi it is a fashionably sleek and smooth ride.
I absolutely love my dodge challenger. It is super fast and reliable and not to mention it is incredibly stylish in my opinion. It is not bad on gas either! The fact that it is a hemi but the sound of the engine does not overpower my radio from the inside is also a plus. I never have to worry about getting anywhere on time with this vehicle I am always able to get anywhere I need to go with a quickness.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jenny L
Not a family car it is very small inside.
This car is very nice however it is not comfortable for a family. The back seats do not have enough space for your legs. If you have tall friends or family they will not fit comfortably in the back seats. The seats are also very hard to wash if you spill something on them. The material of the seats is hard to clean.
accountCircle Cathy R
This car is a joke and I never buy it again I'd buy a ford next time.
This car has caused us nothing but problems and many we have had to replace the motor already because the head gasket blew out on it and we've had to do a lot of work including have oil leaks repaired three times already so far all together that is a total of 4 gaskets that have had to be replaced the last one including the motor then the stereo went out costing us $800 already.
accountCircle Steph
Pretty to look at
I have a 2012 Dodge Challenger SXT - I absolutely love it, it was my dream car and the last thing that my husband and I purchased together before he passed away. So it saddens me to have to get rid of it but I can't afford to keep dumping money into it either. I has became one headache after another. My passenger side window randomly rolls up and down by its self about 1/4" even when the car is turned off due to a faulty switch in the door. Although when I took it in to the dealership they told me the radio was causing this and tried to sell me a $1500 radio (which I declined). The door in my heater knocks very loudly randomly- when the car is on or off. Everytime I replace my drivers side fog light it goes right back out. I always take my car to the dealership to get serviced. I took it in to get the oil changed and the next day I noticed a burning smell. I thought maybe they had spilt some oil when they changed it and didn't think too much of it at first but it was a couple of weeks before I could get it back in and they said my oil cooler was cracked ($900 repair) & now my motor is ticking very loudly. I just hit 130k and my car has been shifting into 2nd & 3rd gears pretty hard my transmission is now slipping and sometimes feels like it is dragging really bad.
accountCircle Malaysia W
Pros and cons of dodge challenger.
I have problems with the Bluetooth a lot.It's really spacious and it's really comfortable though.It's fast and has a good take off.The trunk had a lot of room. The interior is really cheap to be on a nice car. They need to be better and sturdy. The glove box is small. Other than the inside of the car the car is great and worth the money.
accountCircle Robin B
Dodge challenger a family vehicle.
Smooth driving vehicle. No problems to date other than usual wear and tear. Safe and solid car safe for families. Other than being a lower vehicle to the ground. Great technology and sound. Good gas mileage. Large inside and roomy for kids and luggage.
accountCircle Hannah K
A very cool looking sporty car. I love the look of the exterior and interior.
It is a cool looking car and rides very nice. Fairly comfortable and spacious in the back. The visibility is not the greatest as there are lots of blind spots. There is an auxiliary outlet and the ability to connect your phone through Bluetooth to talk over the speakers. My passenger side airbag light flashes often and dings for no reason.
accountCircle Sue M
It drives me where I need to go and it is still reliable after all these years.
The brakes are not up to par, it has a lot of mileage and the perks is that it is easy on gas. The fuel pump is still good as well as the system period.
accountCircle Dewey C
It's a 6 speed hemi. It's fast and comfortable. Leather
Electrical system is a nightmare Wheel tire sensors continually go bad

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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SXT
305 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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SXT Plus
305 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Rallye Redline
305 HP 21 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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R/T Plus
372 HP 18-19 MPG 5 Seats
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SRT8 392
470 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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Yellow Jacket
470 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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2012 Dodge Challenger Owner Reviews

4.52
91 Reviews
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5 stars 65%
4 stars 26%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 2%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Nia P on June 22, 2021
Love the challenger but had some challenges.
I love muscle cars so I knew I wanted a challenger. I did have to get a new transmission a few years back and I also have a friend who experienced the same issue with a bad transmission. There was also a recall on my safety bags that I had to get replaced.
accountCircle Morgan M on June 4, 2021
2012 dodge challenger still runs like a dream 8 years later.
Car is very comfortable and gets great gas mileage (for long drives, 29 mpg interstate average). The only issues I have had is the airbag light turning on occasionally without being able to fix it, and the passenger side seat parts broke, but that is expected with normal wear and tear on the vehicle.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tiffany V.

My car is very stylish and modern. It gets me exactly where I need to go. Dodge also has excellent financing. There warranty is good. The cars are also affordable and long lasting. Every car I have owned has been a dodge.

likeFilled Ashley H.

The car has a sleek design, leather interior, heated seats, powerful engine, water repellent windows, is spacious for a coupe, speeds up faster than any car I have ever driven, and gets a lot of attention.

likeFilled Natalia P.

It is very nice. Has a sporty look. And it is also very fast. As small as the car looks it is actually very spacious inside. The interior is also nice. Looks very good with the car. The 2012 models is not one that is seen a lot.

likeFilled Jemal S.

Speed, last long, low maintenance, smooth take off, big car, good on gas, comfortable ride for a muscle car, multiple trims and sub-trims, power under the hood, driving a piece of vehicle history, and cavernous trunk space.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tiffany V.

The car is not a family vehicle. There is not much room and it also had a blind spot in the rear window. It is considered a sports car so my insurance is higher as well. Back seat is not ideal for a car seat or children period. It is more of a single person's car with no children.

dislikeFilled Ashley H.

The car is not fuel efficient, this model has known electrical and electronic issues, radio went out quickly after purchase, and air conditioning is also known to go out often. It also hydroplanes, slides, and is extremely dangerous in the rain and snow.

dislikeFilled Natalia P.

The vehicle is a gas killer. I have to pump gas often and it is not the cheap gas.Also since it is a couple. It does have two blind spots but it is done thing you will get use to. The motor is a Chrysler motor so to fix it can get pricey.

dislikeFilled Jemal S.

Unremarkable fuel efficiency, lack of driver assist aids - besides a hd rear-view camera, there are not any other driver assist aids that come standard. The few that are available are optional on everything from the sxt to the srt redeye widebody. A disappointing figure for a vehicle that needs these types of tools. Too many choices, not available as a convertible, has not changed much since 2008,

Ranks #5 Sports Cars by Owners

The 2012 Dodge Challenger has an average owner rating of 4.53 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 8 other Sports Cars.

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4.67
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Ranks #3 Sports Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Dodge Challenger has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #3 of 8 other Sports Cars.

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29 MPG
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29 MPG
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27 MPG

Is The 2012 Dodge Challenger A Good Car?

Yes it has great features, such as great space, great gas mileage and great mpg and great on gas. And is very reliable
Rosland L.
The 2012 Dodge Challenger is an excellent vehicle, it handles the road well, the power and performance is more than enough, the stereo system sounds excellent and the interior looks beautiful, it's a... Read More
Maria T.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Dodge Challenger?

This has been a very reliable car for the past 3 years. Gets me from point A to point B and some highway travel. All around great vehicle.
Angela W.
The 2012 Dodge Challenger is a very reliable car, I bought the car brand new and 7 years later it still has no problems. The car had three recalls, 2 for airbag plugs and one for the alternator, the... Read More
Courtney Y.

Is The 2012 Dodge Challenger A Good Value?

The price was a little steep, but while at the dealership I was able to work out a great deal and low monthly payments. I am very pleased with the value
Celebs R.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2012 Dodge Challenger power steering reservoir location?

Answer: The 2012 Dodge Challenger power steering reservoir location is top of the electric pump, Passenger side, and below the washer fluid. Having good steering is crucial for changing lanes and moving about on the...

What are some of the 2012 Dodge Challenger power steering problems?

Answer: There are various components within the power steering system that could cause problems on the 2012 Dodge Challenger. The power steering pump pressurizes the fluid and if there is any damage to any of the hoses...

What's the 2012 dodge challenger key fob battery size?

Answer: All key fobs use the same type of battery, which is a cr2032 battery. These are small coin-shaped batteries and they will cost You about 5 dollars each on average. You can find them in the same place You would...

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Safety & Reliability

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Overall

Front

Not Rated

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Side

Not Rated
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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety