2017 Dodge Challenger GT AWD - First Look

KBB's First Look at the 2017 Dodge Challenger GT AWD.
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[@chadsingleton7632]

Finally a reviewer gives a review for the actual buyer and not just for himself....

[@l9ikjam]

dodge is made a challenger that you could drive year round without worring about getting syuck in the snow and assholes are whinning about it. they are doing things that chevy and ford dont have the balls to do.

[@Acc0rd79]

When you first stated Portland, I was like oh no, don't take that 'Merica car there with all the hipsters and Subaru fans, they will probably riot and burn the car in "protest" for something!

[@blazervb]

Acc0rd79 that's funny but true.

[@TheBikemaster94]

Acc0rd79 turbo civics are hated in my area, mine got keyed many times and I always park well also the car isn't loud.

[@toughallover85]

I just traded in my Honda Accord Sport for a GT Challenger. The past few days I've been saying to myself "What was I thinking"? Reason is I get glued to my cars, but for some reason I feel like I've was having bad luck with the Honda. 1st impression of the Challenger. Love it, but it's going to take time to get used to it. A lot of power. Not a lot of storage inside the car. Drives very smooth. As soon as I hit the gas the car takes off. It will take time to get over the Honda and adjust to a higher vehicle but I'm glad to join the Challenger family.

[@thomba02]

How do you like it now? I’m thinking about trading in my accord coupe.

[@giuseppedimarco4212]

Just bought this car and have to say I love it for my use. Of course if I lived in Florida I would have purchased the TA or RT.. I need an all wheel drive car where I live. I've been driving 4 wheel drive trucks for 16 years and wanted a sports car when I heard the 17 Challenger GT was AWD I had to try it. I'm happy with it.

[@Tundra0128]

Finally an awd challenger

[@owenfoss]

JTundra only problem is that it has a small engine, an automatic, and not enough horsepower

[@lb3843]

@@owenfoss meh, that’s why you go with a V8. V6 Mustang makes the same as the Challenger and Charger

[@lynchware]

Kelly Blue Book reviews are the most entertaining auto reviews out there thank you for another great one!

[@slc9800gtx]

Anyone complaining about performance needs to get a tune installed. I put one in my 2010 V6 and it made a HUGE difference ! I also have dual exhaust, Flowmasters mufflers and a CAI . Gained about 45 horsepower and 25 more torque total. 15 hp and 15 torque from the tune on 91 octane gas. The 93 octane tune will give an extra 3 more hp and torque.

[@TurudesRavenholt]

365 horsepower is still not enough for a two ton plus car. You shouldn't be getting pulled on by a four cylinder when you're in a muscle car.

[@overnightdelivery]

oint me to a non-turbo four that pulls in 0-60 in under 6 seconds. I'll be waiting lol.

[@overnightdelivery]

*Point*

[@tedpendagast579]

Nick Trano the original 1970 challenger only had 350 hp and had slower times 0-60 and quarter mile than the in modified v6

[@Dormantee]

Dodge: "No on is buying our AWD Muscle car... SCRAP THE AWD HELLCAT VERSION!" Consumer: "You idiots..."

[@DriversofOttawa]

Notice at 4:25 there is another Challenger on the snow track. I guess thats the stunt driver doing the high speed moves they cut to?

[@Manny-qz8tm]

Drivers of Ottawa 😂😂 trickery

[@Psychoboy100]

I live in Maine and it was cool to see that he was here

[@sokthearrith]

When you said Portland I automatically thought Oregon because no one ever comes to Maine, greetings from the 207!

[@diablo2punk]

As someone who lives in Vegas, with its unpredictable weather, this AWD would be a great buy, that is if I was ever in the market for an underwhelming but useful challenger.

[@MBAMG65]

I had a Charger AWD rental with the same drivetrain for a week, and I have to say, the cornering dynamics on dry pavement is weird to say the least, and the tires still break loose pretty easily despite power being distributed to all four wheels. And the weight of the car doesn't do any favor in any situation~

[@userrob880]

Hope you guys liked it in Portland, it's one of the best places to go for beer lovers. I work in Portland and live not too far away.

[@bergerone3]

I love like 30 minutes from Portland Maine :P made it kind of that much better watching this

[@indicamberr]

I need this interior!

[@Countcho]

were you using all seasons in the video

[@samimotaghedi]

This is my favorite muscle car

[@JH-jm8ib]

I would consider buying this if it has a combination of an awd and a hemi

[@lb3843]

They did but it didn’t sell

[@guidedmeditation2396]

The fact that the new Challenger GT is All Wheel Drive is mega appealing! Now I won't have to get stuck with a Subaru wagon.

[@Natethegreat200c]

Him “ This is floored” Transmission, already downshifted before he finished his sentence. And he did jerk back.

[@vix121]

Was the lift kit optional?

[@suilujre777]

I live in the north east..and I'm actually not turned off by this. But I would definitely supercharge, upgrade wheels, and lower suspension some

[@djthiccstar]

Ethan Julius or just buy a Subaru.

[@charlieisaacs215]

what color is the car is it the redline tri coat?

[@farhenheit628of1200]

Does it come with a manual transmission?

[@drewgunner14]

Damn i wanna get this car

[@gordonfreeman5434]

A car made to keep insurance companies somewhat happy.

[@Dialysisforever]

I always thought muscle car meant V8 power. I am looking for an AWD V8 and it seams the Genesis AWD has a similar system as the Dodge. It too is RWD until AWD is needed.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

its kinda plain jane to me though

[@RTLife]

I think the new Challenger Demon is going to be AWD. That AWD system will allow more horsepower to get to the ground, something Hellcat owners struggle with.

[@nickycowboy5020]

Love the idea just wish I could afford a new one. Atm can only afford a used challenger and there too new now To afford one. But also would be nice to have a rt editon awd.

[@jayman9388]

Is this the Tricoat red

[@terencejohnson3057]

You're in Maine, in the snow. Might wanna wear a long sleeve shirt and put on a jacket lol. I've lived there for most of my teenage years. Nice car btw.

[@MotownRockinroller]

Buyers who opt for the 6 cyl. are going to be pretty happy within the next 2 years as gas prices head back to the $4@gal. range--maybe even higher. If I had to choose between a Challenger AWD and an SUV--and I didn't need the back seats often--I think I'd go this direction. I own the Challenger with the 6 (2016 SXT Plus) and having recently had both the Charger AWD RT with the Hemi ('14) and '15 Mustang GT, this 300+ HP six is no slouch.

[@coflyer2949]

This comment didnt age well lol, gas was at $1.73 a gallon in my neck of the woods.

[@ianalexander2017]

It looks good

[@theplourde]

But does it come in black?

[@lucasboes]

What music starts at 0:14?

[@ArdethAnn]

I purchased this car, same color. LOVE it. Big solid heavy car. I feel safe against the 18-wheelers.

[@lucasworktv]

Great car!

[@d4vv980]

I could use one of those here in Michigan!

[@Juiccy_777]

Put the awd in the scat pack and hellcat and im interested...

[@3vilSuperman]

I wonder if it would be possible to swap in a V8. Either 5.7 or 6.4.

[@brianbuchert6382]

General Zod stick to comic books dude that makes no sense lol

[@Musicizmyremedy]

Hmmm really mulling over buying this now or waiting for the new WRX STI coming out in 2020. What do you guys think?

[@Subtractinginfini]

Musicizmyremedy WRX will have a better all wheel drive system, and would be a lot more fun to drive. I would only get this if it had a V8 option.. seeing how heavy it is.

[@Musicizmyremedy]

Subtractinginfini Great point. Although owning a muscle car with an AWD system would've been super cool. Hopefully they come out with a V8 option, if so I'm sold!

[@Subtractinginfini]

Musicizmyremedy No doubt this would be bad ass with a V8, they already did it with the older. charger awd RT model... so hopefully they have a change of mind next year's model.

[@dcharizard91]

Just put a proper set of snow tires while going easy on the throttle and get the Challenger with a V8! A V6 Challenger just screams rental car.

[@AW-xv7dq]

dcharizard91 muscle car without the muscle... skinny in a tank top

[@djthiccstar]

AW AW more like cartman "beefcake"

[@tylongkicks8821]

AW AW lol

[@oldblood_eyes]

they need to use the design of the shakedown concept car challenger

[@tastefullys]

Debating on turning in my 2013 dodge avenger r/t for a lease of this car. Should I do it?

[@tastefullys]

I live in Michigan right away so this car would be practical for me. Just wondering if it would be worth an upgrade. My payment is $240 a month right now

[@theplourde]

Zack krohn same here. I drive a beater 07 Ford Focus right now. I like the look of the challenger but the dodge fca dealership turns me away based on my age when I try to simply test drive one

[@BeesonsCars]

Avenger is faster. My friend has one and they’re so underrated. I looked at him like “what the actual fuck” the first time he floored it with me in the car. They low key really fast for what they are, they also will do nasty burnouts. His spun the wheels all the way to 50 mph.

[@paulmelnychuk5477]

Boy are you a lucky guy, if my mother saw me in a t shirt in the winter time shed start swinging with a broom !

[@triniwarrior16]

finally awd

[@CommanderCronus]

I can't afford a Challenger V8. I could afford this thing, but the city I live in hasn't seen snow in 100 years.

[@hemenkareamg6957]

I'm working for Dodge I was waiting for Hellcat AWD

[@still34u]

"if you want an American Muscle car with four wheel drive, this is your only option" .. has a V6 .. also, how did they manage only get 300hp from it? .. audi's mking a 250hp 2.0 ... so ... twice the engine, gives you .. 20% more power... seems legit.. way to go

[@metaljew4456]

Nice. Would be nicer with the Hemi but I bet that would really fuck up Mopars CAFE #'s.

[@hemenkareamg6957]

Oh I thought they want to put that I all wheel drive on Hellcat models!

[@BrendanMacWade]

Fine choice of sparkling water. New York State's finest.

[@darian102030]

when an AWD chally was debuted I was interested to see how it would perform . now I find out it's a v6 and only sends power to all wheels at certain times . smh

[@brianbuchert6382]

First Name yeah like when you need it keeps it in two wheels when not needed if they did it so it ran all four all the time you’d have shitty mileage! Duh!

[@mujjuman]

im waiting for v8 awd muscle car

[@paulfrankelphd]

Just needs the base 5.7 Hemi. Nothing fancy. The Charger has it.

[@tastefullys]

Paul Frankel on the old generation

[@ghanamafia7199]

no mpg?..

[@nicknamean]

Most people who buy challengers and chargers....usually put big shiny rims on them and drive slow through their hoods blasting music, so I can understand why they were like mehh we'll just put a v6

[@geigerzoola6642]

Finally The new Evo!!!!!

[@akilh340]

NO!

[@GiulioImparato]

you meant Heavo maybe

[@coaldurnehviir5197]

Royhan I hope this is a joke

[@atheistgorilla5319]

The cousin of the evo which the challenger is Fucking slow to shit

[@chiphoi2240]

How much does it cost, men?

[@kkp4297]

that gas cap looks awful with those big "F U E L" letters, as if no one knows that's where the gas goes

[@brianbuchert6382]

kk P it’s retro looking

[@harris8390]

I think Dodge's reason for why the AWD is only offered in a v6 platform is a poor one. They couldn't even make it an option for people who are willing to pay for it? Something tells me their AWD system simply can't function with V8 power

[@Subtractinginfini]

Harris Montevallo It use to with the older Charger RT awd... this is just a cash grab.. before they switch the charger/challanger platform to the Alfa guilia

[@brianbuchert6382]

Doesn’t it share the same awd as the Durango? I believe the Durango can still have awd and a v8 but not sure?

[@Michael0697]

Only offering that stupid Pentastar V6 into a 4000+ pound vehicle makes this ridiculous and kinda loses it's 'muscle' meaning in the first place.

[@mikexcanxjerk]

Mihaly Lukacs would it make sense in a v6 charger ? But ppl want that better mpg

[@VaunShiz]

oonnwwhhoo the Challenger V6 mpg still sucks

[@tonunknown1]

Clous von actually for a big car it's not bad at all. I average 32 mpg in my 300 with the v6.

[@mikexcanxjerk]

Michael Davis highway driving

[@tonunknown1]

Miko my trip from North Dakota to Ohio, roughly 1200 miles I averaged 36 mpg. the 32 is my hour commute to work. It's half n' half as far as city/highway. If I'm just driving around town I get 20's for mpg.

[@SSS-mp8th]

Muscle Coupe with a V6 and over 4,000lbs umm yeah.

[@rickjames6647]

SS S Yeah but it has 3.05 gears and a good 8 speed. That makes up a lot. For example, if it had 430Hp with a 3 speed and 2.73s it'll be slower. Plus the power curve plays a factor. It doesn't matter too much antway since it's more of a sporty daily driver. The charger/challenger make real comfortable dailys. I'll take one in a heartbeat, but not to a drag strip.

[@Marcos0ne]

Rick James whatever, my old 2004 stock nissan altima 3.5 manual would destroy this car...

[@rickjames6647]

My 2014 GT will too, but this car has a better interior and comfort. Your 2004 manual 3.5 Altima runs 14.4...this car in 2wd version 14.6. The Altima time advantage is entirely from the clutch dump. Your're not doing that daily, especially in a transverse V6...anyone who works on cars knows why. On the highway the charger pulls ahead. For that clutch burning, best from a dig time, you get a shitty plastic interior, noisy/harsh ride, transverse engine, and a car nobody cares about or looks back at. Neither one is fast, but don't throw stones in a glass house.

[@Marcos0ne]

Rick James still doesn't subtract from the fact that this car is total garbage. Dollar per dollar the altima is way better lmao

[@rickjames6647]

+Marcos Fierros I bet you ponder why a slower 1968 fastback is more desirable then a Altima too. To each their own, but transverse V6's are terrible out of warranty. Timing chain, clutch, head gasket..easier to drop the cradle.

[@LordOnyx]

Let's be real guys, unless you're drag racing or frequently drive on a track, you won't ever be able to use the full horsepower of one of the V8 engines.

[@zeke2095]

Unknown never been on a highway?

[@brianbuchert6382]

That v6 with 305 hp is plenty to drive on the freeway and u won’t have to fill up your tank every 4-5 days lol

[@kangvp9512]

Dodge should've added AWD to the 5.7 liter challenger as well.

[@carmencolumbusohio]

34K for a "sports" car that could get beat by a minivan?? No thanks.

[@overnightdelivery]

That's odd. Haven't been beaten by any minivans yet. Unless you run into a sleeper V8 with 500HP. I'm gonna say that would be pretty rare.

[@johneldepresso8564]

not to mention that you can get a 5.0 v8 mustang for 32k, sad

[@googleit1131]

That’s good they gave it awd. Still not my kind of car, but good for dodge for doing that.

[@Planetcharr]

somebody has been working out ....

[@FordNucleonM13]

I hate that all the LX platform AWD models have the non-dished rims on them. I assume that this is because of the hubs or the offset being different because of the AWD gear but it still looks dumb.

[@BMan100]

....I am sooooooo going to get a another SRT 392... in white.. or maybe that dark blue.....leather...tan....yesss.....

[@harvardford8752]

I don't know I still wish the challenger would update its looks The front looks incredibly nice Same as the back But the shape If you look at it from 3/4 rear view it looks fat Same as the 3/4 front I mean it's still (in my opinion) the best looking muscle car there is ATM Specially since they mauled the Mustangs face for 2018 I really hope when they do update the challenger The face remains the same and the rear But please do something about that shape haha

[@tanner8766]

My grandpa has this car

[@javierdelgado1346]

Those prius tires scream V6 Challenger

[@ChuckBeefOG]

So this is basically for 60 year old women who like the looks of a muscle car but cant drive, so they put in a V6 and AWD? I was hoping to see something new and crazy.

[@mayorwest6911]

Gilbert McGillicutty except its mostly middle age dads that buy them

[@ianalexander2017]

I will say design is good

[@Tony_G657]

if they offered this with a hemi, I maybe would've considered. MAYBE

[@jackrotter9434]

Rally Challenger? I don't care what anyone thinks but i'd like that....

[@leonardfrancis214]

Lol i live in Louisiana where it doesn't snow or get really cold! 😂 so would it be pointless for me to get this?

[@TheSturmtiger2]

if it rains a lot awd is great too

[@leonardfrancis214]

TheSturmtiger2 😱 truee i didn't think about that! 😂 it does rain alot here

[@TheSturmtiger2]

same for where I live

[@George-nx4bp]

I wouldnt

[@richardburns9772]

prettyrickyd47 he means raccoon. Since there is a lot of trash in LA, they have one of the largest populations of raccoons. #raccoonlivesmatter

[@EdisonChua7]

it sits so high up

[@ProBenja5]

Edison Chua Why would you want it lower if its purpose is to be able to go in deep snow, plus you can always lower it with aftermarket parts.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

agreed. It doesnt look particularly sporty or aggressive at all

[@George-nx4bp]

Edison Chua so what. it's AWD so it's kind of the point to make it a bit more off road worthy

[@George-nx4bp]

I'm not really into that impractical stanced shit anyway

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Cars and tech the are many beautiful AWD cars this looks weird to me but. to each his own

[@2ambaby198]

Why don't they discontinue the sxt??

[@coureurdebois]

the V6 can barely move that thing, with even more weight now it weighs more than many SUV's and sedans.

[@mikexcanxjerk]

Justin Bouche what about for the charger can the v6 move it well

[@VaunShiz]

Justin Bouche gonna get out dragged by a Murano hahahab

[@coureurdebois]

Bahahahaha

[@tylongkicks8821]

Justin Bouche I had the V6 Charger as a rental for a week and a half while my car was in the body shop after getting by a careless driver. The V6 made the car sluggish with how heavy the car is

[@mikexcanxjerk]

Tyrone Long not true lol your opinion either your rental car was defect or some BS lol ..

[@coreytv7741]

Damn, all the good muscle cars get ruined. The charger became a sedan, the challenger now has a v6, and in 2020, the mustang is becoming a hybrid. Hopefully Chevorelt won't mess up the camaro.

[@tanti4261]

i had an 15 scat pack 6.4, it was stupidest car i ever own, could not handle even with a $3000 KW suspension, car was all over the place, just looks and engine sound.

[@sjcea0512]

Challenger GT with a V6??? No thanks

[@THEBIGCHULETA]

offer a v8 awd and i may go buy one today

[@swanblake]

so fca made the heaviest car in the segment heavier, then stuck it with the least powerful engine in the segment. FCA for you

[@devn3813]

Blake Swan this is actually the lightest car they offer now

[@swanblake]

Midwest Mopars I'm sorry but you are wrong. The standard V6 without awd is lighter. I mean even common sense should tell you that. I feel your slogan might be a bit bias. Did they fix the bolts on the drive shift from coming off on this Challenger? cars.com

[@devn3813]

Blake Swan no the rwd is lighter but I'm saying the challenger is lighter than their other vehicles. It's the lightest one they make now that the viper and dart are in the past

[@swanblake]

Midwest Mopars you saying all Dodge vehicles? Or of its competitors?

[@devn3813]

Blake Swan dodge products

[@teqwoconvix3910]

The awd option sounds cool. But put a v8 in it, then I'll buy it.

[@EndofDays213]

hell cat is coming or should i say hell demon

[@danmacmillan88]

ahh finally someone who's not british

[@jspike9208]

The people whos talking Crap about the Dodge Challenger is because they cant afford it.

[@GameHEADtime]

Now make it so I can switch to rwd mode like the tesla idc how heavy it is as technology gets better yall will add the features anyway before they make it self driving and battery powered no manual just fucking make it!

[@ndeeeed]

I don't understand what people are freaking out about, the V-6. It's going to be The new V8 for Who knows how long. Besides the Dodge Demon is going to be all wheel drive and V8 supposedly

[@keonjenkins1852]

Yeah I have a 2021 Dodge Charger GT AWD with the same 3.6 L V6. It puts out 300hp. Most V8s in the 90s were putting out that same hp. V8s in the 70s and 80s were putting out less than that.

[@Tajirouzumaki]

can this shit handle a set of twin turbos?

[@misamisatv]

probably not.

[@DrivingDallas214]

not bad for the money

[@scottkinderdine3317]

If they made that with a V8.... Then hell yes! Why would you put a V6 in any American "Muscle Car"?

[@omyswiftlourido4161]

Hellcat AWD please DODGE....😎

[@Bargainteers]

Lol. They really think that the flawed Pentastank engine and confused 8 speed trans that don't know what gear it needs to be in a muscle car is a great idea. On top of that they put AWD in a already heavy car with no V8 option. No wonder they call this company Dodge. You can miss me with that bullshit