2017 / 2018 Dodge Challenger R/T HEMI V8 0-60 & Review

[@afib5103]

7:16 "In order to have good fuel economy, you have to drive it economically- and i don't even know how to do that, because I find myself flooring it every chance that I get- just to feel it and hear it." dude I live by this and I felt it on another level

[@tkgtmo]

Sold me! Haha hoping to get a 2018 R/T next week

[@Honkey_Tonker]

🤣 🤣 my exact thoughts. Very hilarious comment.

[@jmakhlouf422]

Mars, PA?

[@2p4dr32]

Video shoulda started about 5:30

[@marvinscottjr.4310]

Dodge relies on real raw muscle.. no microwave tech sounds

[@geezusbird]

This has aged well

[@themarathoncontinues2289]

🤦🏼‍♂️😂😂

[@tastybrgr149]

Aged like fine milk

[@AnthonyCerliano1]

I wish this was still true

[@FUOBL3ZE]

😢

[@BeauCars]

100% all for this content. There isn't much out there right now for the 2017 R/T's. Keep it up man

[@TheTestDrive]

Muscle Everything thanks man - just checked out your Challenger. Looks sick and the sound is awesome.

[@tylercouture216]

Mike Gee the 5.7s make an u advertised 420 already and 410 torque don't want to step on the toes of the discontinued 6.1 I suppose and the 6.4 makes around 502 multiple sources

[@rickmassey1272]

Lol 🤣...I gapped a17 hemi challenger so bad in my 16 S550GT' the challenger drive damn near rear ended a car. It took so long for him to catch me another car changed Lanes in front of him because he didn't know the challenger was racing.

[@barackputin]

@@rickmassey1272 trashstang fangirl

[@Que5oFre5co]

@@rickmassey1272 then you woke up

[@klatch365]

I’m sold I’m going to buy a challenger 😊

[@TheTestDrive]

haha do it!

[@greymort8783]

I did and i love it.

[@kegaan]

If you do ... V8 it’s the deal .

[@Basslightning666]

Yes! They are badass man.... I love mine...

[@gmontezuma6770]

Just bought the 2019 version- loving life!

[@SlothBPU]

Me too!

[@decadesmusiclover]

My reaction, when I drive the 2018 r/t.The growl and the acceleration😮 I do feel cool as hell driving it. I got 24mpg, on the hwy, 200 miles.

[@TheTestDrive]

T J it's such a beast - I loved it!

[@anonymous-8392]

T J highly doubt you get 24 on the highway

[@motorcitymanman7711]

@@anonymous-8392 I get 27-29 mpg with cruise set to 70mph with my 18 RT.

[@anonymous-8392]

@@motorcitymanman7711 suuuure it does

[@motorcitymanman7711]

@@anonymous-8392 Dont need to prove anything to you, go rent one and do it yourself, some places rent the RT.

[@party8693]

Dose this car get you a lot of poon? That’s the only reason I want it

[@Tray-sq2zr]

😂😂😂😂

[@jaked6878]

If you cant do that on your own this car wont help

[@shanebanich1498]

It will sure help to get her juices flowing but its not a hellcat so you still have to make some effort!

[@davidhubbard7573]

hahaha not if you are a girl

[@notorious408sj5]

Shane Banich lmfao

[@johnbartee9491]

Just bought the 2019 challenger rt plus HELL OF A RIDE way better than the mustang

[@robc8468]

I agree traded a 2013 Mustang for a '19 Challenger this car is way more solid feeling. I love the muscle car feel over the pony car feel.

[@shanebanich1498]

It might not beat most mustangs but it's definitely a better car to me!! Classic muscle look over Hyundai looking sports car any day!

[@itsonlymyopinionok8115]

praying i get the financing .. find out tomorrow, hopefully.

[@hagoty8234]

I love my 2018 Dodge Challenger rt shaker destroyer grey

[@briananderson7056]

ha goty NICE !

[@BNG1Fdarest]

how much you pay monthly for yours? did you guys finance...I wanna upgrade to a scat pack and wanna see what would the damages be monthly ty

[@chrisp5550]

I'm surprised you said the back seat is "super cramped" this is the first review that has mentioned it that way.

[@tylerbrea742]

I love the sound of a good V8 hemi engine

[@flipfloplogic]

I picked up a white 2016 RT Plus with the 18 speaker harmon kardon stereo and 8.4 screen. It sat on the same lot for two years and only had 126 miles. Dealer had 8000 off. Sure there are faster performance cars than the RT but nothing else on the road looks badass like a challenger does. I'll not be racing mine anyway. What I like best about it is not any particular feature. Its the fact that it feels like cars used to feel like. Its big, heavy, the steering wheel is beefy, you have to put some effort into closing the heavy doors. I like all that shit. The seats are VERY comfortable. The interior parts feel solid not cheap. One reviewer I watched said the challenger is a cruiser and I feel thats a good way to sum up this great car.

[@wtpiv6041]

flipfloplogic I went with Camaro but the Challenger was my second choice. Definitely does not disappoint.

[@nickv5]

Modern day classic car. Sure its not the fastest but a real thrill to drive. Puts a smile on my face every day I get in mine

[@Dude-tb8ry]

My exact thoughts. I own a 2015 Challenger RT Plus not the quickest, but it’s a great sounding car and super fun to drive.

[@1redrubberball]

@@nickv5 There are many attributes that make up the desirability of a car. Performance, handling, style, comfort, are some of the considerations. Whether my ride is as fast or faster than yours, is really immaterial, on the street. There is fast and faster, and there is fast enough. IMO, 500 HP and higher is just insanity. In my youth I built and hotrodded Mustang/Cougars & 351-C engines. I poured lots of money in the bottomless pit. I'm long beyond caring if my ride is faster. I'm enjoying my 2013 Challenger R/T 5.7/6 speed/3.73 limited slip, low insurance premiums, decades without tickets. It's fun to drive, and can get you in as much trouble as you care to get in, or more. And it's in a handful of the best looking cars ever created.

[@FatGuysRedemption]

The auto trans version doesn't even get a limited slip rear diff which is absolutely ridiculous on a RWD car with this kind of power.

[@CarlosBadCo]

definitely needs that

[@FatGuysRedemption]

@mynameis mynameis Because I'm not a granny simpy going to the grocery store. It's a muscle car; I would be taking this to the track, and also, some people live in winter climates and the extra traction is pretty fucking helpful in the snow.

[@DAndreFalcon]

Damn! I got the 2015 RT 5.7L But I came with the paddles on the steering wheel, 8.4in screen, Sunroof, 20in rims, Scat pac, Harmon Kardon surround system with amp and (2) 10in Subs, Air compressor and leather seats. I'd say I got a great deal over the 2017 version.

[@XxROCKSTARxX3]

DandreFalcon you got the Plus than! That’s what I want 2015 rt Plus or a 2017 rt Plus. But the thing is there isn’t many 2017 rt Pluses around the area I live in

[@lamontj.1099]

Very nice. Pure and simple.

[@MrSalty-eg4zb]

had a 2008 R/T bought new and loved it now I'm rolling in a 2017 Daytona 392 and loving it even more :)

[@TheTestDrive]

that's awesome - the Daytonas are badass!

[@barackputin]

Stfu

[@alangarmon5220]

I love mine!!! Challenger R/T 2017 Black in and out

[@robc8468]

I have a Torred Challenger R/T 2019. I love Black cars when they are clean I once had a 1976 Firebird Formula 400 in black but it occupied most of my spare time to keep it clean.

[@8speedhellcat889]

I ran a 4.6 0-60 in my all stock RT 5.7 it’s a 2017!

[@robc8468]

I have a Stock 2019 RT (except a drop in K&N air filter) so far after a couple of tries my best 0-60 is 5.2 any tips? Like launch RPM, Tire Pressures, Premium gas etc?

[@stevewaggoner3013]

@@robc8468 I bought a 2019 R/T and I have hit 4.9 twice going 0-60 mph. I had a 2017 SXT and the best I could get was 6.1. I can not break 5.0 while in Sport mode, every time I tried to floor it my tires spun. I think the secret is to not spin the tires.

[@8speedhellcat889]

mynameis mynameis you drive a 6 cylinder mustang stfu

[@8speedhellcat889]

mynameis mynameis It’s still a v6 and your still a pussy and you want a v8 but your balls are to small to handle one sorryyy. Also I’ve got nothing to prove to you the times are the times idk what your argument is I said I did 4.6 on all other videos because I did

[@charlesjacobsen9895]

mynameis mynameis That’s an unfair comparison, of course n.o.s will make any car much quicker, try running pure stock against these cars you claimed to have beaten, and you’d get a far different result!

[@XxGamersUnitedxX]

My '15 RT has a backup camera with the tiny touch screen.

[@8speedhellcat889]

I have a 2017 challenger rt stock and I got a 4.6 second zero to 60.

[@jonathanfoster6203]

Mines too!! Stock!

[@jonathanfoster6203]

17 Mango

[@8speedhellcat889]

Jonathan Foster that’s sweet! idk why people are sleeping behind the wheel lol😂😂

[@cristinamichelle9317]

Check out this 0-60! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYesoYibas6oqdE

[@8speedhellcat889]

mynameis mynameis nope never said that are you dumb bro? You probably drive a v6 pusstang and are jealous fuck outta here to stupid bitch

[@bigboygains2520]

When I get my rt when I grow up I’m gonna be flooring it any second I get

[@darkNovaskar]

It's hard not to cuh. Definitely a car fit for a boss at any cost type alpha nigguh

[@ripjeffhanneman5838]

I love my '18 Challenger R/T simply because not everybody has one. Mustangs: I have a Mustang. Me too. Camaros: I have a Camaro. Me too.

[@darkNovaskar]

I have a 2018 R/T what makes it different from the other Challenger classes?

[@TeW33zy]

No that car doesnt look sporty it looks luxury and to much like a GT. Get rid of them rims, chrome gas plate. Get those basic changes to black rims and black gas cap u will be in the muscle sport look cuz it looks to luxury

[@nowifinoobs]

The chrome makes it look more like a muscle car tho ill keep it

[@missysullivan3180]

I have the black rims ordered the black cap kiind of childish looking switched back to chrome

[@Slinky-jf8oo]

My 2016 R/T has the 8.4NAV and a back-up camera. That model just did not come with that option

[@johnmccann3964]

Thanks for the review, it was very helpful. I'm looking at purchasing an R/T, but want to be educated before diving in.

[@TheTestDrive]

John McCann happy to help! Good luck with the purchase 👍

[@johnkopacka5420]

i bought a 2009 challenger rt brand new...It was an awesome car..highly recommend it!...but getting an automatic defeats the purpose of buying a muscle car...the tremec manual is great!..more tourqe and a little more horsepower...so much fun to drive!...i sold mine and now i regret it..i may get another RT next year

[@MrRaymo88]

Dear God, but I don't want to be in a relationship; I want to be IN a Fuckin' Challenger!!🤣

[@authenticmax6350]

Hey bro, subscribed... hope your channel gets bigger... keep up the good work.

[@NHseacoast]

Awesome! It should come with a Radar detector for Massachusetts highways = Rt. 128/95. 😂

[@Basslightning666]

Great review!! My RT Shaker Plus 6 speed manual is a torque beast, great looks, exhaust note, and performance.... 345 Hemi Challenger is optimized for 91 octane ..

[@ionehkontehdiabo7627]

Awesome to think my dad 2016 durango rt has the same engine Mopar or No Car

[@justinlambakis7515]

Great video thanks man. Do you know the major differences in the 2016 vs the 2017? I’m getting a used RT and trying to understand the differences in the last few years.

[@BloodyEnviouZ]

Boris The Tug did you figure it out? I’m in the same boat lol.

[@missysullivan3180]

Upgraded from sxt which was a great car up to 100k having to replace the alternator before I traded which was a pain.. I love the 18 rt engine so much more its ridiculous

[@beefboss7131]

I love this car soon I will be getting the scat pack

[@jonathanreiner8952]

Cool vid going to buy a 2018 right now.

[@sayinsk8er]

does anyone know how these cars run past 100,000 miles? are they reliable? Ive never owned a dodge nor a muscle car.

[@nickv5]

Love the exhaust tone of the 2017 challenger rt

[@tylersell5623]

So it only goes .5 seconds fast than the sxt… my sxt gets to 60 in 6sec. I would expect a lot more…

[@dremadethisbeat5985]

I’ve actually seen the sxt do 0 to 60 in 5.4

[@Sky1]

Mine dyno'd 358 at the wheels w/CAI and Catback

[@Watchmanofchrist777]

What kinda cat back and cai

[@dboydmiles]

great video Mr Rob. it's a perfect car. i think the only cars I might like as much is the Charger R/T, C6 C7 VETTE

[@rikwilkinson1451]

I'm surprised to see how tiny that screen is. My 2017 rt premium plus package comes with a backup camera on an 8.4 inch screen, I would have thought the base RT came with the 7 inch. Great review Rob.

[@burritobob69]

I have a Challenger SXT now but upgrading to the Challenger RT this coming week. After 1 test drive.. I knew it was time.

[@glenarledge1825]

I have a 2017 Dodge Challenger Rt. And contrary to what he says...it does have a backup camera.

[@traviselder5985]

I want it so bad

[@billb.2673]

Please get your hand off the AUTOMATIC shifter. Thanks.

[@jsmith3866]

Just got the 2019 Hemi, flowMasta and both cutowtz. Black on black on 20z with kit in front. YOU CAN HEAR IT ALL IN NEIGHBORHOOD. Def a headturnR

[@threehemis5566]

Great review! I'm currently looking at either ordering a new 2021 R/T or finding a used 15'+. I'm finding pricing of the used ones pretty astronomical up here in Canada, even the pre 15' cars are holding price pretty high if they are not miled out. A local 18' F8 loaded manual is $37999 (Canadian$) with only 14000 km but that's pretty close to the discounted new ones. There's some pretty hefty discounts on the new 2020 ($5500) hard to find though. Absolutely nothing seems changed for 2021, at least according to my sales guy. That motor sounds addictive my gas mileage wouldn't be all that great lol. I think the R/T package has plenty of power for the street but could you imagine if they shaved 300-400 lbs off it, likely be a good stop light fight with the SS camaros and GT mustangs.

[@bchboy1206]

I was thinking about getting one now I think I need this in my life!!! LOL Good video thanks!!!

[@robertwise2023]

The 2017 and 2018s have active exhaust. Sounds sooo good!

[@Momofamlly]

Did you end up getting one?

[@bchboy1206]

@@Momofamlly I sure did! A black on black Scat Pack with the 392 hemi. I had it for 2 years and loved every minute of it. I ended up trading it for a big truck to pull an RV. I miss it for sure!

[@Momofamlly]

@@bchboy1206 sweet. I’m 3 hrs for picking up my first. Black on black R/T. Super excited

[@bchboy1206]

@@Momofamlly oh so Awesome!!! I am so happy for you, you will not be disappointed! Enjoy!!!

[@ComputerTrainer101]

Average gas mileage under light throttle is 16.5 mpg at best with 50/50 city highway. It's still not that bad for a large v8. There are trucks that are worse.

[@mattdavis9331]

Hideous seats though.

[@TheTestDrive]

Matt Davis yeah not my favorite design, one solid color (like a very dark gray or black) might've been better

[@chevycruze1406]

I like them better than the scatpack suede but yeah they are not that great

[@rclarkrep100]

And they are tiny for such a big car

[@motorcitymanman7711]

@@TheTestDrive I like the pre 15 cloth seats better, ribbed look.

[@altoids79762]

I’m ganna be so sad the day has runs out

[@mikael4126]

me too, bro

[@jashawnbrown6431]

He wasn't even in sport mode, he's a dork, definitely.

[@peterblevins8752]

RT plus is so much better- id take a SXT plus over a non plus RT

[@ericbarr6812]

Automatic?

[@geezersgarage8181]

Does this model not have Sport Mode ? I have the same car in a 2019 and it has Sport Mode which makes it a totally different car.

[@shanebanich1498]

Ya it does, feels and sounds amazing!

[@prepboymagic]

I got a 2014 RT manual transmission and I love it! Anybody that doesn't like this car does not own it or can afford it. There is no reason to hate this car minus only 93 octane. I test drove a mustang and Camaro just doesn't feel like this car does, it turns head no matter how much faster the others may be.

[@ComputerTrainer101]

I had the same car. Looked and sounded amazing but too slow 0-60. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHeqfpyKrJasn7c

[@misatzu]

7:42 I enjoyed the crap out of the 2017 Charger R/T, but still found the patience to get it up to 30(!)mpg on a long hwy trip which was fun as well :)

[@misatzu]

Also I gave you a thumbs up because you're the first youtuber ever to literally express my exact feelings about the 5.7 HEMI sound ... and I've seen a lot!

[@jbcarsvids4128]

He said from 2070 to 2018 😂😂😂😂 1:52/1:55

[@Johnrider1234]

2018 srt 392

[@ericgarrison3569]

Yup destroyer grey that's what I got my eyes on.

[@earlmeunier345]

Sweet vid man, I ordered my 18 RT yesterday custom from Dodge, going to be a long 6 weeks but can't wait

[@TheTestDrive]

thanks! and that's awesome man - you will love it!

[@rogeraraujo9668]

Just bought an '18 RT plus. Drove it from Yuma,Az to San Diego,Ca and averaged 24.5 mpg. Great car

[@1redrubberball]

I think you'll find that Yuma to San Diego is a slight downgrade that enhances gas mileage figures.

[@eddiebrown687]

Hi Rob, watched your SXT video and was a little surprised that you vote the R/T hands down over the SXT. You seemed to really like the SXT. I'm looking at new 2018's of both models right now, (yes, there's still a few on the lots), and there's a $7,000 difference between motors. Both cars have the same screens, sound systems and leather. 7 grand is a lot for 70 HP....lol....Not sure it's worth it....Oh, you didn't have a camera in that one because it had the "fake" spoiler that's flat. The regular spoiler which is higher has the camera in it, maybe you had to get an upgrade screen package to get the regular spoiler, not sure. It was a 2017 R/T.....2018 they started putting the regular spoilers on all models of the Challenger. Anyway, excellent job on the video, just subscribed.

[@TheTestDrive]

Thanks Eddie - I appreciate the support! The SXT is a great all-around car. I agree $7k is a lot for 70HP, but it’s around a second faster to 60 (i think) and the V8 sound is really what does it for me. I love to mash the throttle and in the R/T it’s addicting because of the sound. But I don’t think you can go wrong with either option!

[@TheTestDrive]

And that makes sense regarding the camera. I just drove the 2019 R/T and it’s exactly as you said with the spoiler with the backup camera in it.

[@Honkey_Tonker]

Awesome sounding cars!

[@gunnerpeschke674]

Love your channel, no doubt you will grow your channel. Keep up the good work

[@jamesdavis8463]

Bravo/Encore!, No 2nd 5'r yet?

[@christianmani1730]

Hmmm, 5.5 sec (4.6 sec is respectable) isn’t fast, imho. I’ve driven the 2018 r/t and it def feels fast from a visceral stand point and makes a great sound. My 2014 911 CS has 400 hp but less torque, gets to 60 in 3.8 secs. But it doesn’t “feel” as fast as the R/T. Do you want numbers or shear enjoyment?

[@brandonriggs2482]

Sounds like the beginning of christine.

[@ateeqs9586]

Giving like before the video ends means that the video is good. Thanks

[@blackericdenice]

Classic my ass. It look like a 2 door minivan.

[@martinezt.v5343]

Awesome video and car

[@MD-xl9df]

It kicks azz!!! lol

[@gary5512]

Beauty

[@8speedhellcat889]

I have a video up on my channel if you would like to see a alley pull it sounds amazing!

[@JCE3000GT]

If you're not getting over 30mpg on the highway then you're doing something wrong bro. :) I routinely get well over 30mpg on the highway. And that is with a slightly heavy foot when I need to pass slow pokes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZTSZIqsach6i8U

[@lwarrengrubb8841]

Just placed black vinyl top on my 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8...Hemi Orange number 2033 of 6400. Changed out the back lights to look like the more modern Challenger with sequential lights. Getting ready to llace turning signals on the front fenders like the old Mopars had...

[@jjntwice]

Hey Rob, The 2017’s Do have a back-up Camera if it is equipped with the 8.4 Ucconnect touch screen; I know, because I Own one. It was manufactured in January of 2017. But here’s the Thing; A lot of Dealerships make some changes after they receive the vehicles. In case you didn’t know. The dealers have been known to add some of the options per customers wishes and or what is popular at the Time, So that they can move more vehicles (more Sales). But mine came with leather & a bunch of other little things because I got a 2017 Challenger RT Plus. And that is Exactly what is indicated on the window Sticker. Assembled in Canada Brampton Plant. But the dealer definitely made some changes.

[@jamesdavis8463]

Vision!.. Back up

[@davidhubbard7573]

dude my 2014 challenger 6 speed does 0 to60 in 5seconds flat no joke which means you will be seeing my TAILLIGHTS the whole time

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

Sucks with all that power these muscle cars can’t dodge ford Chevy can’t survive in harsh cold snow winters with control

[@jonathansheeder5153]

I'm glad they keep making the classic looking car. 👌 I went with the 5th gen LS3 camaro though. Can't go wrong with these either.

[@flipfloplogic]

Is the exhaust note enhanced through the speakers or is it a real sound?

[@TheTestDrive]

I always suspect there's some enhancement but this Hemi sounds just as good from outside the car as it does from the inside.

[@roywane354]

I have a 2017 392 RT - there is definitely no fake exhaust enhancement through the stereo in my car (unlike the Ecoboost Mustang and BMW that rely on that very pathetic tech). I believe the 5.7 hemi is the same, i.e what you hear is real.

[@devn3813]

Roy Wane3 exactly

[@marvinscottjr.4310]

flipfloplogic .it's a real sound..

[@Fishing4Fish96]

Marciel Industries Nissan does it as well

[@markm.9458]

Dude missed his calling by two generations. Button-man for Genesi crime mob, N.J..

[@1redrubberball]

They aren't "rims"! They are wheels! Rim refers to the outer edge of something. To call wheels "rims" is slang.

[@kd-jj1rn]

Don't forget that the 6-speed manual transmission has a 390 gear ratio as opposed to the automatics 3.09

[@darrellkovecsi5205]

Can beat aV6 Camaro?

[@davidhubbard7573]

5.5 seconds 0 to 60 ? i do 4.7 0 to 60 in my 2014 challenger rt.and its a 6 speed

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

Lucky for barely snow states if your down south it’s definitely for you all year round

[@frankjaniak1]

i got the 2017 i got 4.9 sec in 0-60 its so quick and as he says its so much fun

[@hockeyboyz5250]

If you want a quiet car why in the world are you looking at a hemi v8 lol

[@josephharris3328]

i'm sold i'm getting one

[@TheTestDrive]

LOL that’s awesome!

[@n0bly_hades]

Can someone help me? Does the 2018 Challenger R/T have Active Exhaust?? Not the R/T plus, just the base R/T?

[@rmartin5285]

Yes....all 5.7 V8’s 2017 or newer have active exhaust regardless of the trim level.

[@KM-px8cs]

2:35 BOI

[@rickmassey1272]

The RT is a pig...yes it sounds good but Mustang drivers only get to hear it in parking lots😆... we're so far in front during races we can't hear the exhaust.

[@celizalde1327]

What kind of exhaust system you got or is that just a delete ?

[@Norasbestyoutubechannel781]

Gearing really ruins the fun. 1st and 2nd way to short

[@littlepewpew001]

Thanks for the video review, I am getting a 2018 challenger RT in the next couple of days , now I am really looking forward to it !

[@alexkanchar7489]

Excellent car! Excellent review!

[@TheTestDrive]

Alex Kanchar thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 👍