Dodge Challenger vs BMW 4 Series Comparison - CarGurus (2024)

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Is Dodge Challenger a comfortable car? ›

The Challenger's broad front seats are comfortable for cruising, but even the optional seats, which have added bolstering, don't hug their occupants the way those in the Camaro or Mustang do.

Keeping with the theme of more power than you can imagine, the Supercharged 6.2L HEMI^® V8 engine comes standard on the Dodge Challenger SRT^® Hellcat models. Charged with 717 horsepower and 656 pound-feet of torque, anyone who dares to challenge you won't stand a chance.

Dodge Charger Pricing. A used 2024 BMW 3 Series ranges from $43,989 to $65,991 while a used 2023 Dodge Charger is priced between $26,583 to $92,989. For a new model, the BMW 3 Series's price is between $47,936 and $68,520, with the Dodge Charger priced between $30,118 and $70,373.

Fuel Efficiency: While it's a performance vehicle, the Challenger, especially the models equipped with the V6 engine, offer decent fuel economy for the class. This makes it relatively cost-effective for daily driving.

The Dodge Challenger is a popular choice for a sports car. We recommend 2008, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, or 2021 selections if you want to make the most out of every penny.

When comparing the BMW brand to the Dodge brand, BMW has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and variety of models offered. Dodge has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, depreciation, towing capacity, overall quality, reliability and retained value.

Gallery: 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye

The BMW is significantly down on power, but even the factory specs say that it's 0.7 seconds quicker to 60 mph. This is likely down to the all-wheel-drive tech. In the first race, the M5 CS rockets away off the line, and the Charger Hellcat Redeye absolutely can't keep up.

If you've researched BMWs, you most likely know that BMWs are expensive to maintain. But, if you want a BMW, it's a price you'll have to pay. The industry standard for maintenance expenses averages $652 per year. Unfortunately for BMW owners, the costs are coming in at almost double the annual average of other brands.

Is Dodge Challenger back seat comfortable? ›

"While that size is definitely a detriment to the Challenger's handling and straight-line performance, it's a boon for interior space and everyday functionality. Unlike in the Mustang and Camaro, actual adults can fit comfortably in the Challenger's back seat."

It's Build for Road Trips

The Dodge Challenger is up for the challenge. It's roomy enough to be comfortable on long trips. It hauls! The Challenger boasts 16.2 cubic feet of trunk space[1] so you don't have to use the back seat for luggage.

Powered by a Hemi 392 slightly modified for road racing extremes and restricted by class rules, the cars made around 500 horsepower. Except for slightly bulged fenders and large rear wing, the cars look very much like the stock/street version, despite being roughly 7/8s the size of the road car.

2022 Dodge Challenger Interior Features

In addition to being a beast on the road, the 2022 Dodge Challenger boasts a refined and spacious cabin with room to seat five people inside — a unique attribute among other muscle cars. In the front, you get 39.3 inches of headroom and 42 inches of legroom.