2018 Dodge Charger R/T

The 2018 Charger is a full-size sedan that blends family practicality with genuine muscle-car attitude, a rare combination in its class. It lines up against the Ford Taurus, Chevrolet Impala, and the Toyota Avalon, but none of those offer a supercharged V8 option. The Charger drives with a heavy, planted feel, and the V8 models deliver strong acceleration with a soundtrack that makes every cold start an event. Inside, the cabin is spacious with comfortable seats and an intuitive touchscreen that controls climate and audio, though the car's size can make parking a challenge without a camera. The R/T is the sweet spot for buyers who want a proper V8 soundtrack and acceleration without jumping to the SRT's price tag. Its 5.7L V8 makes 370 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque, routed through a eight-speed automatic to the rear-wheel drive, and it returns 19 mpg combined. The active exhaust lets you tone down the rumble when neighbors are listening, and the sport suspension keeps body roll in check without ruining the ride.