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For the Dodge Charger
SRT8, key SRT ingredients include 6.1-liter, 425-horsepower HEMI
power, world-class ride and handling, benchmark braking, functional
and aggressive-looking exterior enhancements, and a race-inspired
interior. The all-around performance of the 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8
is outstanding for a muscle sedan: 0-60 mph in the low 5-second
range, quarter-mile time in under 14 seconds, braking distance from
60-0 mph in approximately 110 feet and 0.89 g on the skid pad. The
Dodge Charger SRT8 also accomplishes SRT’s signature performance
test of 0-100-0 mph in less than 17 seconds.
The functional performance of the Dodge Charger SRT8 is reflected in
its exterior. The front fascia integrates ducts that help direct
fresh air to cool the brakes, and an air dam to reduce lift. The
hood is equipped with a scoop to funnel cool air into the engine
compartment. The rear fascia features integrated lower strakes to
direct air flow, and aggressive cutouts to accommodate dual 3.5-inch
exhaust tips. A dramatic deck-lid spoiler set on dual stanchions
increases downforce for high-speed stability and traction.
Available exterior colors for the 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8 are Bright
Silver Metallic, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Steel Blue
Metallic Clear Coat and TorRed. Race-inspired interior appointments
in the 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8 start with the available SRT-exclusive
Reconfigurable Display (RCD). Additional interior enhancements for
2008 include new dark slate gray interior color with agate-color
accent stitching, carbon-fiber leather-trim door handles and
carbon-fiber leather-trim steering wheel, and LED lighting in the
front cup holders and front and rear door-map pockets.
Befitting its high-performance character, the 2008 Dodge Charger
SRT8 continues to provide power-adjustable, deeply sculpted and
highly bolstered sport seats in the front, fitted with performance
suede inserts to hold occupants during maneuvering. Rear seats have
matching performance suede inserts. Full instrumentation includes a
180-mph speedometer, a tachometer and a coolant temperature gauge. A
light-emitting-diode (LED) display within the gauge cluster is
driver-configurable for oil temperature, oil pressure and tire
pressure readouts.
The 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8’s 425-horsepower, normally aspirated
6.1-liter HEMI V-8 produces 420 lb.-ft of torque, achieved by
displacement, increasing the compression ratio, and redesigning the
cylinder head and intake and exhaust systems for better flow and
increased engine speed (versus the 5.7-liter HEMI).
Power for the SRT 6.1-liter HEMI is channeled through a five-speed
automatic transmission with specially calibrated, driver-selectable
Auto Stick, which offers fully automatic or manual shifting
selection. Chassis setup on the 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8 includes SRT-tuned
dampers, tailored spring rates and suspension bushings, and
large-diameter anti-sway bars. For added stability and aerodynamic
benefit, the ride height of the 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8 is one-half
inch lower than the Dodge Charger. Handling is engineered for
performance with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) tuned for the
2008 Dodge Charger SRT8.
The 2008 Dodge Charger SRT8 rides on 20-inch aluminum, SRT-designed
wheels. A new 20-inch polished, forged-aluminum wheel is available
for all 2008 Dodge SRT8 models. Benchmark braking performance comes
from Brembo four-piston brake calipers on all four wheels, gripping
a vented disc – 360 mm x 32 mm up front, with 350 mm x 26 mm in the
rear.
Enhancing the total driving experience, is the available Kicker
premium sound system with driver-selectable surround sound for all
audio inputs. For rear-seat passengers entertainment all-new SIRIUS
BackSeat TV™ system is available. SIRIUS Backseat TV features three
channels of respected children’s TV from the most well-known kids’
programming: Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network. SIRIUS
Backseat TV operates via an in-vehicle satellite video receiver and
two small roof-mounted antennas. |
