2021 Dodge Challenger R/T: Is The R/T Fast Enough?
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- Опубліковано 1 чер 2024
- Today I drive and review a 2021 Dodge Challenger R/T!
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I would buy another R/T any day of the week. Mine is 100% stock.
Awesome review. Unless you're a 15 year old who has never owed a real car, this is honestly one of the best reviews I have ever watched. Fast enough to get you in trouble, but not so much that you can't get back out of it. Nice work...!
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Im 16 ive worked hard for this car
The challenger RT has always been my dream car and I am lucky to finally be able to drive it. Love the fact you described it as a commuter car because it’s exactly perfect and fun for that while maintaining its muscle powerhouse presence. The demon and hellcat, although badass, are not meant to be daily drive in my opinion
Nailed it! Speed isn't the only factor when laying out nearly $50k for a car that is used for daily driving, vacations, or any other purpose. Something as simple as a comfortable ride is important to many. Don't get me wrong, acceleration and speed are ultra important but I sure don't floor it every time I take it out of the garage. As much as I still love spirited driving, high school is decades behind me.
As far as we know their only getting rid of the hellcats for the EV-engine. So you'll probably be Driving an RT hemi.
Is your car decent on gas tho?
Just got mone
hi. are you still driving it? I am planning on getting one for my self. But i am a heavy commuter approx 30k miles a year. How's your experience so far?
I think it is positioned for people who do not want the fastest car, but still like the rumble of the V8. Even if you get the Scat Pack (which I have), it is still not as fast as the Mustang GT with the 10 speed transmission, but it does look a lot better.
Right on especially with V8 AWD that’s all I want and need in dangerous slippery icy roads up north. There’s AWD Audi with over 520 HP I might invest in. But with President Biden forcing companies to go electric I’ll have to wait and see
yeah. this is a perfect everyday car with a kick.
@@hemi5.7awdpursuit5 lol.
You ain’t lying. Sometimes of course I wish I had the extra horsies. But one thing I know about fast vehicles, even if it had the extra ponies I’d feel the same way as in I’d still want a little more. But my Rt is great. I have intake, exhaust and a tune and it’s perfect as is now.
These are facts. They're great and fun with the 6 speed. Looks good, sounds good and at the end of the day I can still only go about 100mph on occasion for short bursts on the highway so the extra hp isn't that essential especially since I don't track.
I almost got an R/T. It was a pleasant surprise when I test drive it. I have a new found respect for it. I ended up finding 2018 T/A for 40k. I felt the difference and yes it spins a little off the line as you stated.
Is the T/A with the 5.7 or the 6.4? Either way, the T/A and Shaker options are awesome classic styling packages
@@Justin_GFM I got the 6.4. I love it!
@Calvin Johnson good one
I drive my Shaker R/T daily, except snow. Love it. life goes by fast.... enjoy it
Shit in snow? That would be a deal breaker for me.
I’m def going for the RT for my first car. I don’t think I should get a scat or hellcat just yet. An RT to start off slight. 👍🏽 Thanks for the review 😁
How's the gas mileage?
@Aziz A. if you can keep off the gas I get 25 mpg on the highway but average like 15mpg because I don't k kw how to drive
@@rustyshackelford5892have the Charger, and I get 15.7 cuz I love to rip it any time I can 😭😭 but overall u should get 20 if you are the average driver
I got a 2016 6 speed manual RT absolutely love it! Like you say in the video you can actually use the power without getting into too much trouble, if you're not into racing it's enough power
Facts, I have a 16 8 speed automatic. It’s so much fun I love hearing that cold start in the morning. Mines is lowered and straight piped
Same here ..RT Plus.White. black stripes...HR lowering suspension ....got it last April 2020..$19,500..absolutely crazy 16k miles now look 48k for
@@user-zz3nv6hw2s that's definitely an insane deal.
@@user-zz3nv6hw2s bro you got damn lucky with that price
I came here to say that this has been my favorite video on youtube for quite a while. I would constantly come back and rewatch it or show my family too that this exact one is my dream car. Now as of April 30, I own one just like it, even better! I am obsessed. The funny thing is that I found it at the first dealer I blindly walked into. I feel very lucky. Can't stop admiring or smiling when I hear that exhaust
I drive a white 2021 Challenger R/T Hemi and i love it! My favorite car to drive, most comfortable for my injured back. Over the last 5 years i've driven a Mustang 5.0 GT and a Dodge Charger R/T Hemi and the Challenger R/T tops my list.
Just had the pleasure of having the use of a 2021 Challenger R/T on a long weekend trip with my wife to Niagara Falls, NY.
We reserved a KIA Soul and she pulled in the driveway in an R/T with 10K miles. Not sure what else my gorgeous significant other may have done to get that deal but hey, who was I to ask questions? Honestly, when she first got home my first thought was " I'm going to wreck a Hemi Challenger this weekend". I heard her coming down the street, the exhaust note is glorious. It's loud AF but only if you want it to be. I showed restraint and drove like an adult, most of the time. The 27.6 mpg I got on our 1000 mile jaunt is proof. This car was blast to drive. I was thankful for the low key but beautiful Silver paint on this car but it still got a lot of attention. Plenty of power for me, I couldn't imagine the need for double the HP in a Hellcat.
Solid post. Even though the R/T isn't purchased for gas mileage concerns, it is a nice feature for anyone to be able to use mid grade gas in a Hemi. The owner's manual says it and who am I to argue with Dodge engineers that built the darn thing. On a recent 200 miles trip I re-set the computer and 24.2 mpg was supposedly obtained even though I was in 'manual' 8th gear to eliminate the 4 cylinder mode. That's simply amazing to me.
How did you get 27.6 mpg on a V8?
@@vinayviswanathan6054 MDS..... When on the highway, if I set the cruise to 120km/h (75mph), my 15' RT Plus averages 35mpg. I get significantly less around town, because I always have it in sport mode.
@@vinayviswanathan6054don’t drive it like you stole it lol
My RT Plus Shaker is menacing on the streets.... Love it, it has the 6 speed manual... Add a Pro Charger kit to get the insane mode....lol
I got to drive one of these today. I was giggling like a teenager. The power in this car was life changing. I let her breathe at 110 but she could easily do over 200. She was just teasing me. Life changing drive. If I had the money I’d buy one tomorrow.
Great honest review, thanks! Had 3 SRT's (one 300 and two Chargers) before I bought the 2021 Challenger R/T. I burned through tires and premium fuel and only thought I would be ever be happier with even more HP until I test drove this. Sure it's not as fast off the line, but totally agree that it's more usable all the time and the sound from the Active Exhaust is almost better than any of my SRTs plus I save over $100 a month buying regular gas! OH, and it's a lot less expensive! Way to go R/T!
It runs fine on regular gas?
It does. Premium is not required on the 5.7L engine. I'm one year and 28,000 kms into ownership on it and just as happy as day one.
My 2021 RT sounds mean. I love how it rumbles.....
@@qfiddy7107 Yes. Mine runs well.
@@lgbman mine the 6 speed manual, it requires 91, The auto runs fine on regular but better on 89
I got one two years ago now, put long tube headers and high flows from Kooks with a Borla ATAK and a cold air intake, and it sounds incredible, and makes a lot more power. It actually pulls you to the seat a little bit now
Great review Mr. Hardy. I've had my Octane Red '21 R/T Blacktop w/automatic for 13 months now, and can tell you that I am still in love with everything about it. I call her "Whitney" because she is beautiful and sounds amazing, [Whitney Houston reference for the young kids out there]. I've been through a few cars in my 35 years of driving, and Whitney is my favorite by far.
A couple of quick added bonuses to point out that I appreciate: The 5.7L V-8 Hemi engine has VVT and what Dodge calls MDS, [Multi Displacement System] which cuts cylinder usage from 8 to 4 when the Challenger is cruising. Saves a little fuel. Also the instrument menu has a 0-60 mph timer which I've had fun with. It took a few tries, but I finally recorded a 5.1 second 60, [optimal]. The tires will slip if conditions aren't perfect. Lastly, the car is roomy when compared to its competition. I am 6'6", 230 lbs and find it to be very comfortable allowing for long cruises without complaint. I will check out a few more of your reviews, you have a new fan.
Just got a new 2020 R/T Challenger in Octane Red with the Blacktop pkg for 32k. I'm happy 😊
Dude where. Everywhere I look they’re 40k and up
@@c4pbs980 A dealership in Sacramento California. The car even sat on the lot for 6 months! I'm super glad I got it at that price because of the chip shortage everything has gone up. The trade-in value is 34-38k!
@@Justn7883 bro thank you so much. I hope you enjoy your car. Imma be looking for into that. Thanks for the info!!
@@c4pbs980 Of course! Enjoy your day 😊
Justin I saw your car and test drove it earlier this year! I bought the black one lol I guarantee it, you’re talking about hoblit dodge!
I bought a 5.7 R/T just as the COVID situation was unfolding for $23K w/33K miles. Only option is the 8 speed automatic. I upgraded the speakers myself and picked up fidelity and volume (the sound system was terrible, it’s now acceptable). Yes the 6.4 is faster, but it’s more expensive to buy, feed and insure. And because I didn’t spend a lot, mine is paid for. I’d rather have a paid for fast car than still owe on a faster car. Too each his own, but my advice is to buy the best you can afford, which means paying it off in 3 years. Being a gear head can break you financially if you’re not careful.
Omg 23k with 33kmiles is a great deal how you do that??😵💫😱
@@TheRobc2009 bought it used from Carvana just as COVID was hitting - and it’s a base model, only option was the 8 speed auto
What year ?
So me and my family just came back from Kentucky. While we were there, we rented a 2019 Challenger RT. My God😳…………it’s exactly what I thought it would be like. The performance did not disappoint at all. It was all blacked out just like this one. Heck, I even gave her a name, and it wasn’t even mine 😂. I named her “Blade”, for obvious reasons😁. Well for one, I just finished watching all three Blade moves🤷🏽♂️. Needless to say, it was definitely a wonderful experience for me personally. I told my wife, I need that car in my life 🥰. The Challenger has ALWAYS been my dream car. This one has just enough power for me. I had it just for the weekend😩. Returning her was so heartbreaking. My time is definitely coming. I’ve been waiting to own one for far too long now. Since 2008, right around the time my daughter was born. So I clearly couldn’t get it then, but I’am definitely getting close. Both my kids LOVE the sound, and the power behind it. Definitely a beautiful car.
Awh hopefully you get ya one soon!!! What part of kentucky?
@@hardhitter5099 Owensboro. There’s nothing there. Love to visit family there though. The border of Indiana is right next to Owensboro. We always hang out at this huge park for the kids. Right across from there, is Indiana. There’s a river separating the two.
Keep going, you got this.
I would own one over a Scatpack now. Over the years, I’d rather have the SRT, but Dodge open their ears to the exhaust, so they almost sound the same. It’s a deep tone from the exhaust, compared to the raspiness of the scat. Very nice, good for a daily! Its got PLENTY power!
Damn... That sounds beautiful!
I've had my '21 RT Plus for 8 months now and it never gets old . Plenty quick for a daily or cruiser, love it . With better tires there are guys running 13 seconds flat in the quarter
Check out some of my videos when I had my stock RT with a slick! I ran 12.9x!
@@8speedhellcat889 I saw that , and you are one of the guys I was referring to. How do you like the Scat ?
@@Patrick-gl4lu cool! The scat is amazing, I absolutely love it
Your video helped me decide to get the rt.I just bought this exact car and I love it.plenty fast enough for me
Great video Ben this car looks great
... dang it lol I watched your 2022 GT Awd review cause I live in winter regions and this popped up so I clicked ... and that exhaust note reminded me why I loved my 17 r/t ... so thx for trip down memory lane ;) ... great review, Thx for sharing and bringing back memories ...
P.S. @ 8:38 lol that gas station sign brought back memories as well lmao
Just bought a new ‘21 R/T Challenger with the Tremec. You’re right, it’s so comfortable, and sounds great. My car was built in December ‘21 and the MSRP was 37k not 35k!
Best review ever syrs do more ❤️ i love Dodge cars
Bought my RT Plus last month and I don't regret it. A smile anytime I need to pick up speed or pass through tunnels
I bought mines 5 months ago best car decision ever made
Challenger R/T is a awesome car
Yeah, but the car is to heavy for the 5.7 and are to costly to build em
Not worth 50k trust me
@@richardmoore5465 worth every penny
@@paulmarclalonde3834 lol you done lost it ain it
@a relaxed bigfoot You wanna get a sport car brand new but I wouldn't pay 50k for a 5.7 n have some v6 pass by ya
i like how you go over everything but you do it fast
Hey Ben! My wife and I are about to move to Utah! Love your Challenger videos, just happens to be my dream car!
Rented a 2022 Challenger RT for a week. Pros: engine sound and power, responsive 8 speed automatic transmission and I usually prefer stick shift cars , huge trunk , rear seats have room for adults vs competition, very responsive brakes and handling. Cons: terrible gas mileage over 1 week averaged 13.7 MPG in Florida stop and go with ac running. High of 16.8 mpg in my 7 days. Actually ran out of gas once as it has a tiny reserve tank and low fuel light comes on too late to be useful. Overall, it was an awesome car to rent but the horrible fuel economy would make me think twice. Wasn't flooring it all the time either , driving style didn't seem to improve mpg in the city much at all.
Nice pleasing video. Good job! I bought a new 2020 R/T Shaker last November and it is plenty fast. More power is really unneeded unless you race. It's that simple. Did you know that the R/T with it's 5.7 Hemi has similar 0-60 and 1/4 mile numbers as the 426 Hemi in the 1970 Challenger?? Look it up if you don't believe me. The info is everywhere. YES< the R/T is fast enough.
How is your Shaker? How long it take to order?
@@capricetony I really like it. The Shaker package was a $2,595 option and it included many other cosmetic features. I also have the PLUS package which was $3,195 and the Performance Handling Group at $1,595. It all adds up but what a car! Back to your question: The looks are worth every penny to me. The only minor downside is needing to remove the Shaker for oil changes or adding any oil. 4 easily removed fasteners take it an extra few minutes, but no big deal to me. I was fortunate to find the exact car I wanted in Go Mango with all the performance options sitting on a lot just 200 miles from me. I'm hearing 3 - 4 months for ordering new cars. I have no first hand experience with that however.
Have you driven the scatpack yet?
375 to the crank. Great sounding V8. It’s honestly a great car no matter how you look at it
I love your videos
Of course it’s fast enough 👍🏾 , my 2018 is still fast enough.
I keep waiting for a black out RT to hit the lots near me to buy! And I want a manual with this one! I love the feeling of shifting.
Loving my new 2020 Challenger R/T Octane Red with Blacktop pkg.
I bought mine today! I love it. Mine is Indigo Blue but fully loaded.
Good video Ben, the entire car could be described by what you said at 2:23: "Ooooh"
I love this video and I keep watching it.
I just brought the 2017 version. It only had 26,000 miles on it, one previous owner. I love it. I wanted a 6.1 l engine but my wife said that was too much so we settled for this. I’m gonna drive it like a old man driving a Cadillac, I’m not a racer except when there’s a few times when I wanna go around a couple of stupid drivers. Very nice car! 🚘
Dodge: There's no such thing as too much horsepower! Stay tuned.
Tell that to those who crashed and killed them selves and others
@@cavitycreep blame the driver
And Torque! For Dodge it's Torque!
That's why I bought a SCAT
@@cavitycreep Yeah cause it's the car's fault that its driver was irresponsible. Dumbass take right there.
Let's talk about Challenger V9 RT, oh there is a Honda Civic R.... oh there is a Blue Corvertte... Oh there is a Urus ... That's how good is RT, end of show.. I am just kidding, loved your video. I have a 2021 V8 Shaker, it's absolutely a head turner.
Just picked up the same car today in a charcoal granite color.
I want one. That black one is real slick
Just got the exact same car in December. Minus the performance package and spare tire lol
Great review
🔥🔥
So.....I went back and forth with a 2021 Challenger RT vs. Scat Pack. While the Scat Pack was faster, I loved the rumble in the RT while idling. Seemed louder. Plus, I'm not a fan of the bees on the SP, almost cartoonish.
New Classic Muscle. Cool post.
i keep coming back to the same thought. new cars are a trip, no doubt. but for the 2nd or 3rd owner when the new has worn off and all the electronics start getting glitchy, they are going to start feeling more like a headache than s head rush.
So true with ANY car, but with 'muscle' cars you have to be concerned even more with the 'abuse' factor. If buying used, try to get a one owner Challenger from an older dude that rarely floored it, just used it for cruising and car shows.
Amen! That is exactly why I trade as soon as the warranty runs out or three years whichever. Had everything from Camaros, firebirds, mustangs, corvettes, Mercedes’, jeeps, trucks but I finally lucked out in getting a car I might very well keep to be buried in. The 2022 Dodge Challenger RT pitch black out with sun roof and active exhaust. What a car! M first Dodge and every time I start it up, I silently say Where have you been all my life”!
I've had my R/T for a little over a year now. Traded up from the SXT. I still get a thrill every time I start it and step on the gas. I have a Scat Pack ordered, should be here in a couple weeks.
Well….how’s the Scat??
@@brandonb.5070 I've had it a little over a year now...LOVE it!!!
@@waitn4theharpazo awesome! Great to hear! I plan to make the same jump soon
@@waitn4theharpazosince you had all those trims can i ask you have much noticeable is the power of a sxt to rt and a rt to scat
@@kiovo-5393 Very! I was surprised at how much more power I had going from 305 to 375 then to 485 hp. I still sometimes get a wheel spin when I accelerate from a stop w/o thinking, lol!
Hello, I am from Germany and nd am also the proud owner of an American Dodge Challenger RT 5.7 hemi.. I love American muscle 😘
Danke
I surely love mine 2016 RT challenger manual 👍🏾
the 21 RT got everything the RT deserved. the better hood, the bigger chin splitter, the bigger brakes, chrome delete, black steering wheel, line lock, launch control.....the rest of us look like the v8 SXT smh
😂 One hundred percent agree... I could've have had A 2018 scat pack... But I simply went with the 2020 RT. Because it had the hood scoop. And they were the same price scat had less miles too
My 2021 f8 green rt is a blast
Idc what car is faster than mine or who has the fast car . All I know is my car makes me happy . Get what makes you happy ❤
I got the SRT 8 challenger so I could afford the additional power. I don't regret it
Can’t wait to upgrade my sxt challenger
I love my 2019 R/T
Love it when it starts. @1:30
I own one of these and its plenty fast enough as long as you don't want to race anyone and actually win. If you want a masculine car that sounds great especially with some performance mid mufflers or catback exhaust and is fun to drive on back roads while at the same time not caring that mustangs and camaros will eat you for breakfast then this is the car for you. I love my RT its a blast to drive I have 0 regrets buying it other than I should of bought one sooner.
Car looks great sounds great & it’s V8
Trading in my 15 challenger sxt for the rt this weekend !
How do you like it?
Excited for my car tomorrow
So you're saying I should get a Challenger instead of the Mustang or Santa Cruz
i’ll be getting one soon hopefully by the end of 2024
for 46k might as well get a damn scat pack.
Yep a used scat I would definitely the pricing on the new r/t are too expensive
Scat cost like 65 -70 U don’t want a really used one
Challenger is really jus the perfect daily muscle car.
Can’t wait to get mine
I've been pretty happy with my 5.7 6speed as a daily in upstate NY. If you really want to go faster.... You should probably look at something lighter....
Or get a scatpack
Nah then it’s shoulda have got a demon or a hellcat and on and on
This is plenty fast
@@paulmarclalonde3834 let's see yours.
I ordered a RT Shaker in 2019 and I am glad I didn't get the 6.4. Don't need 91 octane, uses the same oil as my truck becauseit is 99% the same. It's a truck motor for christ sake unlike the 6.4 car engine.
Alcantara! Yeah baby!
Damn I didn't know the 21 RTs come with brembos,that's dope!
My 2018 3.6 came with brembos and the scat rims , straight put of the lot with 6 miles on it . Not sure why .
Usually the Brembos are an 'option'. They were on my 2020 R/T as part of the $1,595 'performance package'. They sure stop the car quick. Very impressive.
@@01TAI had no clue,I have yet to see a stock R/T with brembos in person
@@01TA makes sense . Yea no lie took me about 2-3 days to get used too lmao . Even on the v6 version you can feel all that weight .
I’ll wait for prices to drop 😭 used cars are ridiculous
As someone who is not from the USA can you tell me from the MSRP of $46,980 what is the final cost to drive out of the dealership all up.
I realize this is a little late but it depends what dealer you buy the car from and if there are rebates available too. During this current 'chip' shortage I hear that many dealers are getting FULL sticker MSRP for the cars plus any dealer 'add-ons' they might include. Also every state has taxes and they are different. You might have to add 3% and up depending where you live, then you have tag/title fees which are in the neighborhood of several hundred dollars. Timing is important and I can relay my own experience last November 2020 when I bought my new 2020 that listed for $48.550. FCA (Stellantis now) had a $3,000+ rebate going on AND the dealer in Georgia where I bought my R/T was offering another $3,000+ off the sticker. I 'saved' over $6,000 BUT then I added on an extended warranty for $2,500. You can see how every person will pay a different amount for their car. I hope this helped a bit.
Lol. Love that sound❤️❤️❤️
I want one! I have a chrysler 300 v6. The scat will cost me $266 a month insurance.
My dream car is a 68 or 69 Plymouth roadrunner. Clearly I’ll never get one of those without selling a kidney, would this basically be the modern day equivalent? Is the scat truly that much better? Do either leave you room to do little modifications down the road?
Those late 60's Roadrunners were a rattling box with a high performance engine. I lived through that era and owned a much improved 1971 Roadrunner with the the standard 383. Do these modern R/T's compare? No way as they are LIGHT YEARS better and even faster. The R/T speed numbers are just about equal to the 426 Hemi in the old 70's Challengers. If you don't like those impressive 0-60 or 1/4 mile times, then yeah, the Scat is even quicker and blows away anything from the Mopar past. No need to mod anything unless it's your thing to do.
Yes it's ridiculous fast
I'm just curious if you would come to Dallas to review a hellcat redeye widebody in October?
What dealership is this? This looks like state street in utah
I live in the northeast and I sell cars for a living. If you’re considering a daily driver the R/T is without a doubt the better option. The 392 is borderline overpowered and terrible in anything other than good driving conditions. Goodluck
Beautiful car.
It's fast enough for me.
It should be called SRT package
On this year model is it still an open diff or those it have the scat pack diff because I have one and I hate the open diff bs
The Performance Handling Group ($1,595) gives you the 3.09 LSD. I optioned that on my RT and it makes a big difference in terms of responsiveness. That package also gives you a lot of other goodies such as the Bilstein high-performance suspension and line lock.
@frankhellwig6405 Yeah man my 22 has that I dont know why anyone wouldnt want that it is stealing for what dodge charges
Crazy I was like dang that looks kinda like the road by Sandy Costco then I was like oh damn it’s south town so it is 😂
Dose it have Bluetooth?
the key is like my old chrysler exactly
I think it’s fair to say,, that was a warm start! 🤷🏽♂️😂😂😂👌🏽
I’d they did the charger in 2 door I’d buy that, I’m so torn between charger and the challenger
I am about to BUy one so close ! Wish me luck guys
Did you get it??? This car is better than women.
I just bought one and everytime i stop and go i get a thumping sound from the back any ideas what it is?
Did you stuff the salesman in the trunk? 😀
@@01TA not yet that's next
It may be some loose axles or a loose bolt nut somewhere near the tire mounts.
Paid 28k for my Charger RT. In 2018.
My dream 🖤
I have one and these cars need to all have wider wheels and tires on the back
Yes, they do need them. 0-60 launches are tough without wheel spin. I still have not driven mine in the rain either (bought my R/T last November) and I'm sure the traction will be so-so whenever I do hit some rain.
@@01TA I have an 11 R/T AWD with 275s all the way around and in the rain it’s still a little sketchy. But the AWD definitely helps with the 0-60
Ben, you work at a Dodge Dealer, when can I order a 2022, Challenger RT Shaker?
You won't be disappointed... I've owned my 2020 RT Plus Shaker for a year now, it is intoxicating to drive...
You get line lock on a standard 5.7 R/T?
Yup
Not on standard models , I believe you need the performance package for line lock. I have a '21 Plus that has launch control, but no line lock
@@Patrick-gl4lu what does the line lock do?
Blacktop package