Winding these things up to the redline in second gear is the sweet spot. But chugging along at low RPMs on the highway with that deep rumble is a close second. Oh, and throwing them around in the twisties like no 4400 pound car should be able to handle is up there, too. It's just a damn-near perfect fucking car.
It's a great car it has to cool the hood if you look up 1970 AAR Cuda it has this Hood. love this car only downfall is Dodge should have stuck to the Challenger ta Hood of 1970
Bought mine at the end of May and can't stop driving it. Probably the best choice for those looking at buying a Challenger but can't figure out which model to get. Well, the Hellcat would be, but I couldn't afford one and not a lot of people can either.
My name Isname, Driving around town I get about 11 or 12 mpg and on the highway I can get 22 if driving 65mph. It is however painful having to drive 65 in this car, so I usually get 18 to 20. This is NOT a car for you if you are concerned about good gas mileage. So, to answer your question: YES!
Look up the zAutomotive Tazer for these cars. I've read they get insane gas mileage (some guys have reported as high as 36-38 mpg hwy, look up videos) and I plan to get a Tazer for my '16 Scat Pack for this very reason.
The best part of this is probably the most accurate description of gear linkage and clutch anywhere on the net of the challenger. It takes a little getting used to and loves being abused, but can be a little clunky cold, and at low speeds.
My uncle had a yellow 70 Challenger with a dual quad 440, My brother has a yellow '72 'Cuda with a 440 (originally a 318), but we love our YellowJacket T/A for all the reasons stated in this vid. Sums it up perfectly!
Only downside to the T/A and Scat Pack is that they dont have SRT Track mode, but if you get the manual it doesnt matter, but with the auto track mode shifts so hard its insane, you can get the Tazer which will give you the SRT modes.
I have a 2020 T/A 392. I used to have a 2018 T/A 392. Since I had the 2018 and when I was looking to purchase again, I looked at the Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye. I looked at other SRT packages and I came back to the T/A. The car is rated at 485hp, but the onboard dyno has a few times flirted with 500hp when rapped out. The T/A package gives a better suspension and better steering than the Hellcat(although not adjustable). And there is Hellcat “sprinkled” all over the engine. 485hp is MORE than enough on the street. If you say it’s not enough, I’m either not equipped to carry your helmet or you’re a damned fool who’s gonna wreck. Because it has less hp and torque(475ft lbs. That’s A LOT), it’s easier to have fun with. You can use the power better. I put 305s all around and the car REALLY hooks up. Delete your mid mufflers and you’re set. No need for anything else.
Now if it only had the Laguna leather, kinda sucks how the T/A has the full 5 year warranty for the powertrain VS the SRT which only has 3. Great video as usual!
nrken1 Exactly mate but unfortunately these modern car lovers just don't get this unique concept. Also dodge is still keeping big American V8s in they're cars.
I cant believe people sitting here comparing cars. The mustang, camaro, challenger all are similar but with their own strengths. It's so "to each their own" there's no way of possibly saying one is better than the other. My friend has a new Hellcat, let me drive it for a good hour. Great comfortable car with incredible power obviously, my problem is that it doesn't feel like a sports car, way too heavy and not nimble feeling at all, which that's not really what the car is aimed at anyways. then i narrow it down to the new Camaro and new Mustang 5.0 , hard to find a difference in them, but i pick the Camaro because it's flat out the fastest v8 car out there right now. They all look great, sound great, and have enough power.
Question for the owner. If you had to do it again would you buy the T/A ? I'm looking for one in the spring but I've considered an RT Skat pack 392 or a used SRT or Hellcat if I can find the funds. Love the T/A though. Gorgeous car.... and yeah.... I"m gonna really drive it when no ones looking.
I just was on the website tonight and built one before I even watched this video. They must have updated it because as of tonight F8 green was an option. And the one I chose of course :)
I just asked this question. Wasn't sure how far down the replies I was going to have to go to find someone that knew what they were talking about. The Green-Go was in fact only available in 2017 for about three months.
Man I dont like those wheels. I like the Charger wheels better. There is something about the little horizontal bar between the 2 spokes that just does not look right.
You can buy a barely-used Hellcat cheaper than that. And this is about the only Challenger test drive I've ever seen with no burn out what's up with that
My pops just bought a hellcat for 55k M6 2016 brand new lol sticker price was 71k.. lol and it was 6k less than a brand new TA with cloth seats for 61k
Brandon vidal 61K does sound wayyy overpriced. If wanted a 392 Challenger then I would go scat pack because it's wayyyyyyyy cheaper than the TA and plus you can make it you're own to now of course for me (as well as my dad) I would get a 392 Scat Pack Charger because it has 4 doors (which makes it practical) and it Costs $38K which is really great value.
Brandon" Dont listen to CJ---he is a hillbilly from Kansas city who drives an old rust bucket Ford F150 with a turd 302 V-8 that gets 12 mpg...he did have a good youtube page having sex with dogs but he took it off....shucks...
My grandparent had a green go T/A then they traded it for a superbird and 3 years later not to long ago i see a white T/A at a store parking lot and I was like OMG ITS A T/A
Many would say this is not about leather and stuff,but Jesus Christ this car is 62 000 CAD $ without tax,even shitty cars for 38 000 $ have leather seats for God Sake,its not 90`s when it was a luxury option.You are not buying just 4 wheels and engine for 62 G,especially in Ontario.
No it does not. The Gen III Chrysler Hemi is the strongest, best engineered (with the greatest power potential), finest 2 valve V8 engine in automotive history. If anything, Chrysler should add 2 more cylinders to the Gen III hemi and make a V10 (this is exactly what they did for the original V10 viper engine, they added 2 cylinders to the excellent 360 magnum engine back in the 1980's-90's) and bring back the Viper. They went on to win several Lemans races (along with multiple top 10 finishes) with this excellent engine.
you can get the 5.7 for under 50 and with the new 8 speed its plenty quick..on my channel I did a quick walk around on one.But if you want the 6.4 then yea get it but these cars are overpriced one I seen should of been 39 and this 52 tops....beautiful in person tho
Frank Angiolo nope not true,Ive seen one in person and it was a 5.7 going for 46 .Must of been fully loaded.Said it started off at like 32 but the ending price was 46k and thats just a 5.7.
I dont understand nor know what to say to you guys its on my channel keep in mind I live in Jersey its an expensive state that could most likely be it this dealer was also selling Jeep Cherokees for high 40s low 50s so maybe thier overpriced but im just telling you what I seen but theirs actual proof on my channel lol
“If you play Call of Duty and always go for the rocket launcher instead of the sniper rifle, then this car’s for you.” Pure poetry.
Right 😂😂😂
Hell yeah 😎
Excellent way to sum this car up!
I have a 2021 Widebody, but my sniper rifle is an AR-50.
To you folks complaining about $61K: that's in Canadian dollars (notice the Ontario plate and the .ca TLD). That's roughly $48K in US dollars.
aaaaaah didn't think of that - seemd to be quite steep for what it is but $48k sounds like a good price for that mean machine (y)
$48K is pretty reasonable in my opinion. That price will drop significantly when the 2019 models are released.
Still a rip off Canadian or American
Winding these things up to the redline in second gear is the sweet spot. But chugging along at low RPMs on the highway with that deep rumble is a close second. Oh, and throwing them around in the twisties like no 4400 pound car should be able to handle is up there, too. It's just a damn-near perfect fucking car.
Frank Burns You must own one of these cars.
I just bought my T/A 392 few days ago. Got it in Destroyer Grey. I am in love!!!!! One of the happiest moments of my life!!! Can't go wrong.
James Anderson any issues with your uconnect??
The TA Challenger reminds me of a Cuda almost.
It's a great car it has to cool the hood if you look up 1970 AAR Cuda it has this Hood. love this car only downfall is Dodge should have stuck to the Challenger ta Hood of 1970
CJ Colvin drives an old rusty Ford truck that gets 12 mpg off a dog 5.0 engine....
the hood is a sort of an homage to the AAR Cuda
@@chadhaire1711 lmao the TA has the same hood off of the Cuda.
@@chadhaire1711 I drive a rusty 70s ford with a 360fe that gets 5 or 6 mpg gotta love 4:10 gears.
I love my Yellowjacket T/A 392
Bryan Vogt i love my destroyer gray T/A 392
@@TEXASBOYZ-mu4yo The Green Go ones (2017) run about 53K used but I found a Destroyer Grey one for 43K locally.
Gorgeous car.
Bought mine at the end of May and can't stop driving it. Probably the best choice for those looking at buying a Challenger but can't figure out which model to get. Well, the Hellcat would be, but I couldn't afford one and not a lot of people can either.
Jimi Mack Hows the gas ? Does it run out quick ?
My name Isname, Driving around town I get about 11 or 12 mpg and on the highway I can get 22 if driving 65mph. It is however painful having to drive 65 in this car, so I usually get 18 to 20. This is NOT a car for you if you are concerned about good gas mileage. So, to answer your question: YES!
Look up the zAutomotive Tazer for these cars. I've read they get insane gas mileage (some guys have reported as high as 36-38 mpg hwy, look up videos) and I plan to get a Tazer for my '16 Scat Pack for this very reason.
Nick Thompson wtf, how?
Jimi Mack any issues with your uconnect system?
A pistol grip shifter would be off the chart!!
"...rear wheel drive, as God intended" love it!
The best part of this is probably the most accurate description of gear linkage and clutch anywhere on the net of the challenger. It takes a little getting used to and loves being abused, but can be a little clunky cold, and at low speeds.
Steven B. Very true
I love your COD analogy. 😂. You also have the best voice for a reviewer.
I ended up opting for the Hellcat, but no doubt this was my second option. Just couldn’t go from an 850hp CTS V to a 500 HP challenger.
My uncle had a yellow 70 Challenger with a dual quad 440, My brother has a yellow '72 'Cuda with a 440 (originally a 318), but we love our YellowJacket T/A for all the reasons stated in this vid. Sums it up perfectly!
Only downside to the T/A and Scat Pack is that they dont have SRT Track mode, but if you get the manual it doesnt matter, but with the auto track mode shifts so hard its insane, you can get the Tazer which will give you the SRT modes.
I got one and track mode anit worth the extra dough for the track mode in the SRT Model. Plus, get a tazer and unlock it.
Thinking of getting this in a light grey color at my local dealership, checked it out and loved it
I have a 2020 T/A 392. I used to have a 2018 T/A 392. Since I had the 2018 and when I was looking to purchase again, I looked at the Hellcat and Hellcat Redeye. I looked at other SRT packages and I came back to the T/A. The car is rated at 485hp, but the onboard dyno has a few times flirted with 500hp when rapped out. The T/A package gives a better suspension and better steering than the Hellcat(although not adjustable). And there is Hellcat “sprinkled” all over the engine. 485hp is MORE than enough on the street. If you say it’s not enough, I’m either not equipped to carry your helmet or you’re a damned fool who’s gonna wreck. Because it has less hp and torque(475ft lbs. That’s A LOT), it’s easier to have fun with. You can use the power better. I put 305s all around and the car REALLY hooks up. Delete your mid mufflers and you’re set. No need for anything else.
Best review I’ve heard!!! Made my decision that much easier! 🔥🔥🔥
Just finalized the build list of my 18 T/A 392 that I hope to order next week!
Did you order a chick magnet option?
Great review from someone who really gets this car! I love mine, every bit as fun as anything else on road 😊
I never heard a challenger be described so deliciously
Now if it only had the Laguna leather, kinda sucks how the T/A has the full 5 year warranty for the powertrain VS the SRT which only has 3. Great video as usual!
Wow, didn't know that about the warranty. thanks.
me either until I went to a dodge dealer a few months ago....but...I'd still get the SRT model...that leather....
Best looking car for 5 figures
I disagree
Camaro Z28 5th gen has entered the chat...
Really great job on the review. Reminded me of watching Motor Trend when I was younger.
Love it, go Dodge keep up the old school style mixed with new tech.
nrken1 Exactly mate but unfortunately these modern car lovers just don't get this unique concept. Also dodge is still keeping big American V8s in they're cars.
Great review man! Just bought the 392 Scat Pack Shaker but it was tough not to get the T/A!
Sickest color ever !! My dream car RIGHT THERE !!!
Traded mine in for a truck. Still miss those cold start ups in the morning
My 1320 challenger (2019) is roomy, I’m a big guy, plus it’s crazy fast!
I cant believe people sitting here comparing cars. The mustang, camaro, challenger all are similar but with their own strengths. It's so "to each their own" there's no way of possibly saying one is better than the other. My friend has a new Hellcat, let me drive it for a good hour. Great comfortable car with incredible power obviously, my problem is that it doesn't feel like a sports car, way too heavy and not nimble feeling at all, which that's not really what the car is aimed at anyways. then i narrow it down to the new Camaro and new Mustang 5.0 , hard to find a difference in them, but i pick the Camaro because it's flat out the fastest v8 car out there right now. They all look great, sound great, and have enough power.
Dang good looking car! Love the stripes and the 392 engine!
Has anyone told you yet that they didn't make the Green-Go in 2018?
Best color ever go green brings you back to the old school
too much like motor week, hopefully they will come out with a wide body version
This dude sounds alot like the motorweek guy!
Sounds like the like from Dirt Trax too. Same over stated hand movements too lol. ua-cam.com/users/dirttraxtv
Phoenix 98 no that guy talks in a "yelling at you" way 😅
I thought the same thing
Question for the owner. If you had to do it again would you buy the T/A ? I'm looking for one in the spring but I've considered an RT Skat pack 392 or a used SRT or Hellcat if I can find the funds. Love the T/A though. Gorgeous car.... and yeah.... I"m gonna really drive it when no ones looking.
You must be reviewing the car in Canada
Judging by the landscape and the street signs I'm thinking Huntsville or Gravenhurst area.
I notice you guys do mustangs and challengers ...but no Camaro reviews ... all the American muscle cars
Please upload the latest review....also if possible comparison with mustang :)
I like how the hood pays homage to its old Mopar sibling, the AAR 'Cuda.
"And comes with real wheel drive as God intended." Hell yeah your right!
What is the T/A package? No mention what's included.
Nick Altvater he literally said everything about the suspension and such.
Looks can be deceiving your review is second to none. Your awesome!
Great review! Too bad we can't get the 2018's in Sublime here in the US!
Its available now on the2023 models.
How about that semi coming behind the TA at 1:35 hmmm
61 grand? That's hellcat money
2AM GEORGI DICK - That's Canada. 61,000 Canadian dollars. The car has Ontario plates.
Oh ok good
Canadian dollars. Around 48K in American.
It’s actually 44k rn
Rubber Duggy o sheet
Bro you should be a news writer , great vid btw
Is this guy the Motorweek host's son?
What do u think about these seats over the leather sued / heated and cooled seats?
NEEDS the WIDE BODY FLARES , 10 SPEED AUTOMATIC and DEMON RIMS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
icing on the LAWN BOY GREEN T/A
Joni English no automatic. and you can buy one with a widebody
Joni English
I don’t want a gay automatic
great video! thanks a ton!
Best review
It's a excellent noise and manual transmission my favorite.
Best Challenger review video I've seen. Well done.
Filming location?
Such a cool car , I wish I could afford one
Dodge is the best car ever
The green is not available in 2018, so this is a 2017 shown?
I just was on the website tonight and built one before I even watched this video. They must have updated it because as of tonight F8 green was an option. And the one I chose of course :)
I just asked this question. Wasn't sure how far down the replies I was going to have to go to find someone that knew what they were talking about. The Green-Go was in fact only available in 2017 for about three months.
Where are side pipes ?!?
Nice review.
Is there a Daytona?
Man I dont like those wheels. I like the Charger wheels better. There is something about the little horizontal bar between the 2 spokes that just does not look right.
My dream car...just wish it had an old school e brake !
And line locks, lol
A third gen with a built Big Block would be way more fun for way cheaper
You can buy a barely-used Hellcat cheaper than that. And this is about the only Challenger test drive I've ever seen with no burn out what's up with that
You hit the nail right on the head.
You must be in Canada?
Hearing it downshift at 2:47 made me climax. Good god
Awesome review.
“Streets of Detroit” don’t you mean the streets of Brampton Ont.
Best review ever !!!
If Dodge hasn’t hired you yet as the lead marketing manager, they’re doing something wrong.
61K for a car with manual and cloth seats. Thats a lot of money for black paint, stripes and 2 hood pins.
My pops just bought a hellcat for 55k M6 2016 brand new lol sticker price was 71k.. lol and it was 6k less than a brand new TA with cloth seats for 61k
Brandon vidal At least this Challenger TA looks wayyyyy better than anything you see on the road today including your dad's car.
CJ Colvin I’m sorry but you know you got robbed if you pay 61k for a TA
Brandon vidal 61K does sound wayyy overpriced. If wanted a 392 Challenger then I would go scat pack because it's wayyyyyyyy cheaper than the TA and plus you can make it you're own to now of course for me (as well as my dad) I would get a 392 Scat Pack Charger because it has 4 doors (which makes it practical) and it Costs $38K which is really great value.
Brandon" Dont listen to CJ---he is a hillbilly from Kansas city who drives an old rust bucket Ford F150 with a turd 302 V-8 that gets 12 mpg...he did have a good youtube page having sex with dogs but he took it off....shucks...
I have the same T/A the guys driving or unless you live in Canada they do not sale for $61000 392 are around 42 start price and go up to 51
My grandparent had a green go T/A then they traded it for a superbird and 3 years later not to long ago i see a white T/A at a store parking lot and I was like OMG ITS A T/A
$61,000? Theres a hellcat by my house for $62,000.
g s that’s in Canadian currency it’s about 48 K USD
I think I’m sold
Many would say this is not about leather and stuff,but Jesus Christ this car is 62 000 CAD $ without tax,even shitty cars for 38 000 $ have leather seats for God Sake,its not 90`s when it was a luxury option.You are not buying just 4 wheels and engine for 62 G,especially in Ontario.
ГАЗ 24 Рейстлин новая модель выйдет в продажу от Российского автопрома с 1 мая во всех салонах России продажи по записи ожидание 7 рабочих дней.
i got the same car just a little bitt different
Maaaaan 61 grand! I want this so bad but I'm ballin on a budget! Smh...Decision Decision.
61 grand is rediculous
boomee78 - Canadian dollars.
@@mr.butterworth Dealer in Barrie has a new one sitting there asking 66K ( can) says he's got 62 into it. ( I don't believe him)
Dude, you did an amazing review.
Nice
61 grand? And doesn't include the 8 speed auto? Give me a break, spend a little more for a Hellcat..
"its big and heavy and does what you ask right away"
Well its got 2 things in common with my ex wife....
61,000$? I thought they were like 40,000$.
john doe this is Canada moneysss
It needs a V10 viper motor
No it does not. The Gen III Chrysler Hemi is the strongest, best engineered (with the greatest power potential), finest 2 valve V8 engine in automotive history. If anything, Chrysler should add 2 more cylinders to the Gen III hemi and make a V10 (this is exactly what they did for the original V10 viper engine, they added 2 cylinders to the excellent 360 magnum engine back in the 1980's-90's) and bring back the Viper. They went on to win several Lemans races (along with multiple top 10 finishes) with this excellent engine.
Hellcats are now for 59k. Msrp
That’s Canadian dollars 🙄🙄
Hey we have the same last name, I'm a wee bit older...LOL
John Davis Jr!
Of course Scotty Kilmer would hate it just because it's a Dodge. No Toyota can even come close!
"aboot"
It even has an electric gravy maker lol
Justine ✌🏾
It’s Canadian dollars people.
Epic meal time!! 🤘🏼🤘🏼
put money dudes Canadian
Good lord, slow down - not the car, your narration. Why you in such a hurry?
Gas mileage sucks trust they way you drive it I get around 11 mpg
you can get the 5.7 for under 50 and with the new 8 speed its plenty quick..on my channel I did a quick walk around on one.But if you want the 6.4 then yea get it but these cars are overpriced one I seen should of been 39 and this 52 tops....beautiful in person tho
Frank Angiolo nope not true,Ive seen one in person and it was a 5.7 going for 46 .Must of been fully loaded.Said it started off at like 32 but the ending price was 46k and thats just a 5.7.
Frank Angiolo dont believe me look at the video I took of one on my channel
Frank Angiolo their so beautiful in person.
I dont understand nor know what to say to you guys its on my channel keep in mind I live in Jersey its an expensive state that could most likely be it this dealer was also selling Jeep Cherokees for high 40s low 50s so maybe thier overpriced but im just telling you what I seen but theirs actual proof on my channel lol
Awe5truck It did say base price 32'000 but after fees taxes and destination charges the car was 46,000 and that was a regular 5.7