2009 Dodge Charger Gets More Powerful 368HP 5.7L V8 Hemi

Leaving aside the allegedly restyled tail lamps as despite what Dodge says, we fail to see any visible differences with the ones found on the ’08 model, the most notable change on the 2009 Charger is the new-generation 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine on the RWD and AWD R/T models with improved fuel efficiency and increased horsepower. According to Dodge, the revised 5.7-liter HEMI V8 produces an estimated 368 HP and 395 lb.-ft. or 536 Nm of torque compared to the ’08 5.7L Hemi V8 that was rated at 340 HP (350HP with the Road/Track Performance option) and 390 lb.-ft. or 525 Nm of torque respectively. Hit the jump to check out all the changes for the 2009 Charger models. -Continued

2009 DODGE CHARGER: WHAT’S NEW FOR 2009

Exterior:

• Color: Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat replaces Steel Blue Pearl Coat
• New taillamp design (all models)
• Antenna moves to rear window (all models)
• Aluminum wheels (now standard on Dodge Charger SE)

Interior:

• Upgraded interior accents including satin silver door trim spears, satin silver center console cup holder rings and satin silver center stack and shifter bezels (Dodge Charger SE)
• Trunk cargo net and scuff plate (Dodge Charger SE)
• Premium 18-ounce floor mats (Dodge Charger SE)

Electrical:

• LED-illuminated door map pockets (included with Leather Package on Dodge Charger SXT and standard on Dodge Charger R/T)
• LED-illuminated front cup holders (all models)
• EVIC informs driver when in two-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (AWD models)
• EVIC informs driver when using the fuel-saving Multi-displacement System (MDS) by automatically flashing “ECO” message (Dodge Charger R/T)

Powertrain / Chassis:

• New-generation 5.7-liter HEMI engine with fuel-saving MDS technology and variable-valve timing (VVT) achieves increased horsepower (368 hp) and torque (395 lb.-ft.) (Dodge Charger R/T)
• New axle ratio of 2.65:1 (Dodge Charger R/T)
• All-wheel-drive models are equipped with innovative Active Transfer Case and Front-axle Disconnect to maximize performance and fuel economy
• New axle ratio of 3.06:1 (Dodge Charger AWD models)

Safety and Security:

• Updated Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) warning message now appears as “LO TIRE” (all models)

2009 DODGE CHARGER SRT8: WHAT’S NEW FOR 2009

EXTERIOR
• New color: Deep Water Blue Clear Coat
• New taillamps

INTERIOR
• Dual-zone automatic temperature control standard
• Automatic headlamps standard
• One-touch up/down windows standard
• New front-seat head rests
• Remote start standard
• Air filtration standard
• Heated front seats standard

POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
• New ABS/ESP calibration with brake knockback mitigation
• Retuned suspension including knuckle and shock valve
• Improved fuel economy results in a lower gas guzzler tax

PACKAGES
• Limited edition Super Bee “buzz model” in Hemi Orange with serialized dash plaque
o Package includes Charger SRT8 Super Bee wheels with black anodized pockets
o Exterior decals for the hood and “Super Bee” on rear quarter
o Silver Brembo brake calipers
o uconnect tunes radio standard
o Orange accent color on seat
• Limited edition Brilliant Black Edition (spring 2009)