2021 Dodge Challenger GT AWD | Muscle Car on Easy Mode

One of the most underwhelming flavours of the 2021 Challenger and with a hefty price tag. Should plow through a blizzard with ease, however,
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[@frostedpearl1386]

On the dodge website, it says the "black-noise" wheels are the Y-shaped ones? The ones that are specific to the blacktop package, which are not these ones. But maybe this is the GT thats why? but the GT also has the option for those Y-shaped spoke wheels, so you saying these are the Black noise wheels makes me nervous that I ordered the wrong wheels for my R/T lol. So either Dodge fucked up their online optioning, or you are wrong. Or maybe they changed something early 2021? But I really hope you are wrong about these wheels because I don't want these ones. lol

[@themockalove]

Thank you for pointing that out. I believe you're right and I stand corrected. These are not the black noise wheels. These are the standard ones, I believe. Even though the car does have the black top package (according to the delivery sheet) which should've included the Black Noise wheels 🤷‍♂️.

[@undulantlemur43]

@@themockalove I think the wheel are also black noise the difference in the wheels are because of it being awd

[@drdamico007]

Not every person on the road needs the fastest car on the road. I own a challenger GT and love it. The V6 has plenty of power and the fact that I can drive my 40k investment year round in a snowy climate is way more important than bragging about how much power I have under the hood. It really bugs me that people try and put down this car. Trust me, the car is absolutely enjoyable and that is what matters most.

[@killab1773]

I agree 100%! I have one too does wonders in the winter here in Canada!

[@GavinQuiban]

Right especially the Pacifica comparison, it's not the same, even had more hp output. Nuance

[@chopplolo72]

This guy Is a terrible reviewer. I have one and I love it

[@wilchambers1401]

I just tell people mine is all show no go.

[@Cure4pd]

i have a 22gt love it i gewt 31mpg, this guy reviews suck

[@TheMilitantMachinist]

I think you were simultaneously the perfect person and wrong person to review this car. The GT wasn't really geared towards those who are the muscle enthusiasts, those people all went for the proper Challenger in the V8 configs like the 392, Scat's and beyond. If you get into a GT and expect it to be like the 392 your buddy has, you're just gearing yourself for disappointment. The GT is more for those who want that look, maybe even relive their early 20s a little. Those slightly older folk who want a good looking cruiser without tearing their arms off and don't mind dropping fifty large on the matter. I say this as an 80s kid who just bought a GT with this in mind.

[@themockalove]

All of that is fair. Dodge clearly has a huge audience and are doing very well in challenger sales. I just didn't like it personally and I do still believe that it is overpriced for what it is. But ultimately, they're charging what people are willing to pay for it. In the end, it is a great looking cruiser boat that is comfortable and has enough punch for daily driving all year round.

[@TheMilitantMachinist]

@@themockalove exactly right, a gorgeous oversized land yacht with enough horses to get out of it's own way and turn a few heads on looks alone because lets face it...these V6s need an exhaust mod to sound right (which is what I have planned)

[@themockalove]

And a set of wider wheels 👌

[@evanscott190]

Purchased a used 2021 GT for 32 grand with 17k original miles this year. Definitely did not want to throw down the dinero on gas for a V8 (I just retired a 2012 Civic with over 200k miles and enjoyed the fuel economy). Planning on acquiring some aftermarket exhaust and rims for it... love the indigo blue color! Saying this as a 24 year old.

[@chetdenton847]

Owned a 2010. 3.5 for 10 years. Only 1 visit to the shop for a key socket replacement. The car was very fast. Head to head with mustang 5.0, Blew the doors off chevy v6 cameros. Got 30 hwy. Just got the awd 3.6 last call. 0 to 60 in 5. At 130 it's at half pedal and the other half is pretty scary. Mileage is the same. I travel a lot. Been driving lots of high quality imports. They feel like roller skates . No meat.

[@jamiereid40]

Is it me or do you have nothing good to say, why do a review

[@themockalove]

Because a review is not meant to be a sales pitch. The bad is to be called out, the good is to be praised.

[@jamiereid40]

@@themockalove funny your review was more con than pro, your right, it a review of so much the other side of the reviews, I hand it to you not seeing a need for the many levels they make this car in, plus having all wheel is great in the north where it snows not all want or need a v8 The inside of the car is one of the easiest to clean with all the hard surfaces

[@themockalove]

Yeah, I didn't like much about it. Especially for the price. But it definitely has some pros to it. It just had more cons than pros 😄

[@AyeeKG]

@@themockalove oh wow you’re that kind of a KZbinr… and you didn’t praise what’s good about the car lol

[@jamiereid40]

@Just Another Ahole I agree but the car does fit the need of some

[@davidmunson2126]

guy with the pink shirt does not know what he is talking about

[@themockalove]

😄😄 nice

[@tjmayer9103]

Considering buying a 2021 GT. Thanks for your honest review.

[@themockalove]

Your test drive will be the best judge 😉 good luck!

[@tjmayer9103]

@@themockalove agree. Thanks !

[@MightyMoriar]

Get a v8 unless you need awd... and I mean NEED.

[@briankellogg7241]

I got a 22 gt frostbite and it's great, I love it

[@davem.539]

The V6 Challenger is a very good street car. I have a 2020 GT AWD, I have put wider tires all the way around, Pirelli 255/50/19. I also bought another ECM and loaded a E85 tune extra 40hp 40tq to the wheels . You can also remove 2 fuses from the fuse box and make it a rear wheel drive car only. As far as speed 5.6 seconds 0-60 according to the dash. Also for what it's worth all the 0-60 Numbers you hear about are vehicles that are at the track.

[@themockalove]

40 extra hp to the wheels (if reliably) certainly does not hurt!

[@davem.539]

@@themockalove I installed the tune 2 years ago, no problems what so ever. You can run 87 octane too. But I just tend to use 93 octane.

[@spookman4917]

You should have done this review!

[@AH-mj1rd]

You got some good quality video, very informative, and you hit on the important things, like the interior texture and feel. Which no one really does. I'm only shocked that you only have 377 subs (378 now as i subbed)

[@themockalove]

This means the world to me. Thank you so much!

[@stevenjump8234]

After watching his review, I'm shocked he has ANY subscribers!

[@themockalove]

😄😄😄 nice

[@Ramblequist]

Luckily, the tail lights are easy to adjust to line up. On a Hellcat you'd think dealer would do it, but nope.

[@jonathanvermillion7263]

How do you do it?

[@bobbydabutcha]

I want one in the worst way lol. No one "really cares" how fast it goes. It's a beautiful ride and a cruiser-mobile.

[@horiacioflan6128]

A troll with pink shirt and a Volkswagen driver.

[@themockalove]

I'm sorry that a colour made you feel threatened enough to leave a negative comment.

[@dicklarge1901]

This is a great car for Canada it’s AWD for winter driving.

[@bikebudha01]

I have man boobs and a gut too.... But I DON'T have a video on youtube where I'm wearing a see-through pink polo shirt where everyone gets too see more of it than I know they'd care too...

[@themockalove]

#freethemanboob

[@AK.__]

It has 7 speeds and only 7-th marked as red, on many cars you have already 6-th is red. If it GT, might be it by default should be like Mustang GT with 8 cylinders, but you got kinda very simple configuration vvt-6? But anyway, nice ride!

[@Rdraco223]

Great job. Dont let the v6 fanboys get to you. U hit it right on the head with everything.

[@terryanthony5323]

I feel the same about v8 fanboys who's self esteem is derived from "herp derp, I have a v8, look at me, look at me". For the cost of an optioned out v6 anyone can get a v8 if they want one, so in effect - there's really nothing special about v8s, is there? Enjoy thumping your chest about your 2500 rpm drone, brah. Don't hurt your wrists.

[@Rdraco223]

@@terryanthony5323 aww u couldn’t get a V8? Sorry not sorry u clown 🤡

[@DrBIeed]

As a Scatpack Challenger and an SRT-10 owner, I can vouch for the V6 in saying that a lot of what the guy in this review is going on about is over exaggerated. No the Pentastar isn’t the fastest in the line-up but its not nearly as bad as what is being portrayed. Also, the review is mainly knocks on the Challenger in general, the back-up camera, the window switches only going auto one way, the idea that the 20’s look too small for the car, etc. He completely glossed over what the purpose of what this package (GT) is about.

[@Rdraco223]

@@DrBIeed facts bro & i never said said anything was wrong with the v6. Shoot i was the v6 king for years (charger, challenger & had a v6 camaro b4!) & now finally have a RT, not even a scat🤦‍♂️😂most of what he said in the video was spot on im sorry the truth hurts. I dont appreciate homeboys reply to me as if i said anything was wrong with having a v6.

[@Quarrel47]

I was considering the GT cause I wanted the AWD for the winters to make it my daily driver. I would lvoe the V8 , just sounds sooo much better, but they don't have a V8 AWD

[@themockalove]

That is very unfortunate indeed. I think the best version of the V8 AWD from dodge would be the charger police interceptor. You can find lots of them on the used market for a decent price.

[@DrBIeed]

Sounds less like a GT review and more like a Challenger knock. Also what car has a the ideal back-up camera? I’ve driven many, Alfa Romeo, Mercedes, GM, Ford, Tesla, Toyota, etc and TBH I don’t know what you’re talking about there. You aren’t honestly expecting 4k 60fps out of something used as a loose reference for about 10 seconds to help make sure you don’t run into something, right?

[@themockalove]

There are two major problems with the Challenger GT. 1) Price: This is almost $50k CAD. Paying that kind of money to feel like you're in a rental car is wild to me. For that money, there is better value unless you're hell bent on having a challenger without the performance chops or sound. 2) The R/T exists within a couple grand from the GT. It's not a shitbox by any means. As I mentioned in the video, I enjoyed driving it. It was comfortable, cushy, spacious, and it looks good. But the quality of the interior screamed rental car, and it wasn't exciting or inspiring to drive in any way. From where I'm sitting, it's not very good at any particular thing, but looking like challenger. It's okay at everything, but there are more practical cars for the money, far more exciting performance cars for the money (Elantra N, Type R, Veloster N, Golf R, 370Z, GR86, Miata, and again, Challenger R/T). Long story short, if you want a challenger but doesn't care about V8 sound and performance and need AWD, buy it. Otherwise, it won't be particularly satisfying for long.

[@davidparisi4980]

Very good review,lots of good info and personal perspective.

[@tingokuman]

Never Review a challenger again please. The Miatas are that way >>>>>>>>>>>>

[@themockalove]

Can't wait to review some more

[@RenegadeRukus]

Generally to correct the tail light fitment you can adjust the rubber stoppers that the trunk rests on. A lot of those stoppers have multiple notches for different heights, and if they don't you can always grab an aftermarket set of adjustable height ones from a parts store. Same goes for hood alignment with aftermarket parts/scoops or just after age. I've had to raise or lower the stoppers on a few cars I've added or removed parts on so the panels realign, not sure if the Challenger has it though as I don't own one.

[@RenegadeRukus]

The extra weight of added parts generally compress the rubber more than base models, so the spoiler may been adding just enough weight to make it out of alignment. ...Or it could be shoddy work on that area, who knows!

[@themockalove]

That's very good information. Appreciate that!

[@bufjayup7774]

The stoppers take 10 seconds to adjust. Mine was a little off from factory as well. 10 seconds and zero tools later I exited the OCD rage you experienced

[@themockalove]

The OCD rage is real. Thanks for the info 👌

[@martinstyblo6355]

Yes - comfortable cruiser, not a true muscle car. All year round package, if this is more important for someone. Yes, I miss the V8 rumble and low-end torque, but have a stylish cruiser, that is not boring to drive, does well on slippery roads (AWD is good), and I can enjoy the car daily - even from mid-European perspective.

[@angelocollins3372]

If u still driving with two hands then give those license back lol 😂😂😂

[@themockalove]

Spiritedly wielding a boat through tight windy backroads is a two-handed operation 😄

[@jonathanvermillion7263]

Hahaha that’s what I was thinking! 12 or 6 o clock for me hahahahahaha

[@MoparAdventure]

Hate that the new v6s have the hellcat hood

[@vsnapperv]

Stopped watching right here 3:17 and that’s because the challenger is built for all seasons. You know why they didn’t put a wider tire on it? Narrow tires are better in the snow.

[@themockalove]

That makes a lot of sense. I'm sure that was the reasoning.

[@jessebrown1942]

I have both the V8 charger and the V6 challenger awd. Pinky here was actually getting on my nerves.

[@artaahmadi6696]

Dude this was a great review!

[@themockalove]

Thank you! It was a long one, but I had to get it off my chest 😄

[@danielrando3921]

Please Don’t say “aggressive stance” while squatting like you did … especially wearing that.

[@themockalove]

I am aggressive stance

[@2012Edger]

I gave this review a chance but could only make it to the 9:00 mark, so if it got better from there it's my loss - (I doubt it). If this type of review is just your schtick, it wasn't what I was looking for. Otherwise my guess is you asked for a Challenger muscle car expecting one of the V8's and they gave you a GT with 10000+ km's for obvious reasons. Good luck.

[@themockalove]

Appreciate the feedback. And no, I wanted to specifically review the GT. Cheers ✌️

[@BLACKNOY0979]

Perfect description, zero percent fat, MUTED but a beast with normal consumers… got a 2023 Last call gt plus, loaded without the sunroof 300hp, silent is nuff unless you’re black lol😮 I’m black relax

[@billjamison2877]

This car is as fast as MANY 1960 small block muscle cars of the 1960's. Quarter mile times 14.5 @93 MPH was considered pretty respectable and this IS what this car is capable of. So your statement of hardly being able to get out of its way is VERY MISTAKEN. I am an old dragracer from the late 60's and early 70's and this car is anything but slow. Do your research on the muscle cars of the 1960's so you have an understanding of what fast was.

[@themockalove]

You're not wrong. There are lots of comparisons of modern (even the Corolla, CRV and some vans) cars and old performance cars. Generally, cars of today are much quicker than a few decades ago, which can be quite comical when talking about a Dodge Caravan vs a 70s muscle car. But the standards of speed also changed dramatically. And 6 seconds 0-100 on a "performance" car is hardly impressive today. But I also bet that 1960s 6 seconds felt far more exciting than today's 6 seconds 😏

[@MutatedPizzaBoi]

Who is watching this for tesla tail-lights??? lol. GT has a solid acceleration at base, then it can be tuned/supercharged. And it can daily drive through crap weather.

[@themockalove]

It's a big and comfy daily driver. The problem is, the V8 exists and the GT is too close in price to the V8. Otherwise, it's a solid daily driver for winter.

[@deplorable7575]

Looks like their base end. 32k. You have to pay up

[@ichbinmartin]

Imagine that there are countries with snow and ice during winter. Imagine that there are countries with curvy roads. Imagine that there are countries with roads in hills. Maybe big surprise for many people, but world is much much bigger and much more diverse than California. Lot of people need car only during winter and like this type of car. Simple. But not for everybody. You probably don't know, what does it mean GT. It is gran turismo, traveling comfortably the long distances. It is not about holding the steering wheel several hundreds meters straight. PS: For me is much surprisingly when somebody says "welcome back" when I was here never before ;) PS2: The build and material quality is american standard. I agree. If it would be Audi Challenger, it would look surely better. PS3: I like the GT, I will test it and probably buy, before EU will ban it.

[@themockalove]

Appreciate the comment. Couple things though: - You are watching a Canadian channel, so I am very familiar with snow, dirt, bad roads, etc 😄 - I don't believe I called it a bad car or that it does not have application, per se. However, for the price, there are better options out there, and I think Challenger is best had RWD and with a V8. If not, I would suggest getting a different (better) AWD car altogether. But there is clearly enough market and demand there for Dodge to keep making it. So there's that. The video is an opinion piece, but ultimately it is everyone's individual decision of what to purchase and how to enjoy their hard-earned cash.

[@ichbinmartin]

@@themockalove yes, it would be probably better with v, but maybe it is oo strong engine for the interaxle clutch. they surely know what they do. i live in europe, own audi quattro, but all my lfe i dreamt about cadillac form 70ties or original dodge charger. now dodge produces challenger, which looks like old charger, its power is bigger than the old one, has 4 wheel drive, what is perfect for me, because except winter i ride on motorcycle and car use only for big shopping or family holidays, mostly in winter. so i am perfect customer for it. i agree, american build quality is far far behind japan and european. bad luck. probably i will not sale my audi and will have 2 cars.

[@JThemarksman]

I will say even exotic cars like lambos etc do not have the best quality interior

[@themockalove]

You're not entirely wrong. But the rest of the car generally makes up for it.

[@JThemarksman]

@@themockalove also I will say right now I have a sxt and you have way more goodies in your car then I do also the stinger isn’t beating that if it was the twin turbo v6 yes but I’ve walked stinger’s when I was stock I’ve never raced a v6 twin turbo I don’t ever see them and I would lose if that is your car really dig into it because I’m still finding out how to use all 382 hp I have in my v6

[@themockalove]

@JThemarksman the GT Stingers are fantastic! Can't beat it as a daily driver and always puts a smile on your face. Coming down in price on the used market too, so I'd be on the lookout.

[@chrismcintosh8790]

I cant think of too many cars that won't have me worrying about breakiny my pockets reliability wise but also isn't a suv, or truck or a 4 cylinder.... Quality is decent for me, im trading my 14 charger rt for this but in frostbite. Its a v6 but oh tf well, I'll still look good cruising down these utah streets...didnt finish the video it was cringe....these are a half inch to an inch more narrow than a rwd rt or gt model so I dont see how they look like donuts..... These didn't even come with 20's until 2021!!!!

[@themockalove]

Were you watching this review to validate your purchase or to get an independent opinion piece? Because you achieved one of those and that's exactly what this video is about. I am not a car salesman, and I will not be hyping up a car that I'm not impressed by.

[@chrismcintosh8790]

@@themockalove little bit of both. You might not be impressed but a whole lot of other people are. You'd be surprised by how many of these you see out here for the simple fact they're awd. Lived in Tennessee and South Carolina and I NEVER seen them. But to each their own dodge knows what they're doing!

[@themockalove]

It would be a boring world if everyone shared the same opinion. They are quite popular in Toronto area. I see them often because of AWD and winters that we have here.

[@picodegallio3255]

As soon as this guy started running his mouth i knew he was probably going to be biased.

[@themockalove]

It's a car review. My personal opinion. Not a spec sheet. Cheers ✌️

[@beezteeez]

lol Tesla quality care are junk and if your In an accident in that thing your donnee seen enough of them in slight fender benders here and they squash very easy

[@themockalove]

They squash to protect the passengers. Teslas actually have excellent safety ratings

[@beezteeez]

@@themockalove yea my car getting totally destroyed and crumpling protects me

[@themockalove]

That's exactly the point of crumple zones, to ensure the car takes more of the impact rather than the passengers

[@Eddee8177]

we get it you personally dont like the Challenger....very whiny 🤪

[@themockalove]

The V6 isn't a good value. Go for R/T or higher.

[@Eddee8177]

@themockalove the beautiful muscular Challenger V6 is a good cruiser on weekends with buddies plus it dont eat lots of gas....no one said it was a super fast car 😀

[@gregcoons522]

Do not review cars.

[@themockalove]

Okay, Greg 😄

[@darrenincognito9888]

For real.

[@KevinLesSaint]

Horrible reviewer… be unbiased and show the car and not talk to much

[@richardlong8014]

Ridiculous purchase. Want a 4×4? Buy a truck.

[@themockalove]

😄😄😄

[@martinnordh5700]

men who don't have a micropenis sometimes drive on icy/snowy roads too :p

[@robbuck8242]

This is a terribly biased review

[@themockalove]

How so?

[@aaronmiller6043]

Want to know what else is underwhelming? This review.. You know there is a way to get rid of the wind noise right? Everything sounds cheap like this video.... Who are you? Why would I want to listen to anything you say? Let me ask your 717 subscribers.. DB..

[@themockalove]

I am a random person on the internet with a personal opinion. Cheers ✌️

[@aaronmiller6043]

Yes you are.. I am very happy we can both agree on that.. :) @@themockalove

[@thetruthh101]

I hate the titles on all your vids

[@themockalove]

Do tell

[@savinstyle]

I want to jump off a cliff for selling my Camaro 2SS but I am never buying a non-v8 American muscle car. If you can’t afford a V8, just forget it altogether lol

[@themockalove]

Strongly agreed. Don't think like that either. You saved your financial situation by selling that huge financial liability that was draining your wallet month after month. You'll be happy you did it 5 years from now

[@marcommj]

Rather drive a clean looking and good mileage car than a clean looking, empty every 3 days car

[@Rednax_99]

If they made the V8 models in AWD it would be great. But only the V6 has the AWD option, and for someone who lives in Canada, that's a much better option for winter driving on slick roads

[@beezteeez]

​@@Rednax_99 agreed but the charger in 2011 had a 5.7l Hemi AWD rt I almost purchased one but wanted something newer than 2011 so I got a 2018 charger gt plus no regrets love the AWD sometimes I wish I snagged the 2011 but im happy