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In the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler uncover and announced its entire 2009 Dodge Challenger Model Lineup. The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger merges the best American muscle-car characteristics — unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines and technology — to delight driving enthusiasts across several generations.

The car’s pricing will start a little over $20,000. 35 years after the original Challenger, Dodge tried to create the modern American muscle-car and will offer three models of the 2009 Dodge Challenger in North America: Dodge Challenger SRT8, Dodge Challenger R/T and Dodge Challenger SE.

The Dodge Challenger is the first five-passenger, two-door coupe produced from Chrysler’s proven rear-wheel-drive platform that delivers the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger. Three models will be offered in North America: Dodge Challenger SRT8®, Dodge Challenger R/T and Dodge Challenger SE.

The Dodge Challenger R/T will be powered by a new 370 hp 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission that produces 398 lb-ft of torque (540 Nm). For the Challenger R/T, Dodge also offers a precision-shift six-speed manual transmission that produces 375 hp (280 kW) and 404 lb-ft of torque (548 Nm) when running on premium fuel and takes the car from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds.

The 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 features an SRT-exclusive 425 hp 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 engine mated with a new six-speed manual transmission or a five-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick that generates 420 lb-ft of torque (569 Nm) and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

The Dodge Challenger SE will be powered by the 3.5-liter High Output V-6 with a four-speed automatic transmission which produces 250 hp (186 kW) and 250 lb-ft of torque (339 Nm).

Dodge has also fitted the new Challenger with a lot of safety features such as Supplemental Side-curtain Air Bags, ABS, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Brake Assist, Traction Control, Hill Start Assist (HSA) for Manual Transmission, Automatic Headlamps and Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM).

Also, being a modern muscle car, the Dodge Challenger is offered with plenty of new technologies, including MyGIG multimedia system with built-in navigation, UConnect Hands-free Communication System, SIRIUS Digital Satellite Radio, Keyless Go or Remote Start.

The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger will be built at the Brampton Assembly plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, on the same assembly line as the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger.

Essential Technology
The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger offers customers a full range of innovative technologies including:

• MyGIG™ provides a cutting-edge multimedia audio and entertainment system, with built-in navigation
• UConnect® Hands-free Communication System provides convenient, voice-activated communication with Bluetooth® cellular phones
• SIRIUS® Digital Satellite Radio offers a variety of commercial-free radio programs and music
• Keyless Go allows the driver to start the vehicle with the simple push of a button
• Remote Start starts a secured vehicle with the key fob

More than 25 Safety and Security Features
Dodge Challenger offers more than 25 safety and security features including:

• Supplemental Side-curtain Air Bags extend protection to all outboard front- and rear-seat passengers
• Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) modulate the brakes for the driver to provide steering control while braking
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP) applies selective braking or throttle reduction to control oversteer and understeer
• Brake Assist ensures maximum braking action during panic stops
• Traction Control reduces the throttle and/or applies selective braking to optimize traction during acceleration
• Hill Start Assist (HSA) for Manual Transmission application assists the driver in launching the vehicle on an incline
• Automatic Headlamps turn headlamps on at dusk and off in the daylight without driver intervention
• Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) alerts driver about low tire pressure(s) in order to facilitate safe handling

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