2017 Dodge Challenger R/T

The Challenger is Dodge's retro-styled two-door muscle coupe, the one that trades the Camaro's and Mustang's athleticism for a bigger, more comfortable footprint. It's a straight-line star, with strong engines across the range and a ride that stays smooth and settled on the highway. The cabin is genuinely roomy for a coupe, with generous front legroom and a back seat that fits adults, plus a large trunk for a road trip. Owners note the low front end can scrape and the paint chips easily, so watch for that on curbs and gravel roads. The R/T is the sweet spot if you want a V8 rumble without jumping to the SRT 392's price and firmness. Its 5.7L V8 makes 375 horsepower and pairs with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, giving you a strong launch and a deep exhaust note. Fuel economy is 21 mpg combined, which is expected for a big V8 coupe that weighs nearly two tons.