2006 Dodge Charger: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $22,570 -$35,320
- Invoice: $20,983 -$32,893
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2006 Dodge Charger. See if the 2006 Dodge Charger is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | SE |
| Arrival Date: | 09/19/2005 |
| Engine: | sohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 25,329 |
| Price as Tested: | 28,535 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 7572 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 8579 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 1007 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 48.623 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 20.71 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
AM/FM Cassette/CD 6-Disc MP3, Leather Trimmed Heated Power Seats, 18-inch Polished Aluminum Wheels/Tires, Power Adjustable Pedals
From the Back Seat
Mark Bilek
Charger is a great all-around large car. In SXT form, the ride, power, and refinement are all what anyone would ever expect in a family sedan. Too bad the steering is so rubbery and the fuel economy is just so, so. Still, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Charger to anyone shopping for a full-size car. But, I'd be sure to recommend the larger and more-efficient Ford Five Hundred as well.
Rick Cotta
A Charger with the V6 might seem contradictory to the car's image, but it makes for a fine all-around package with more-than-adequate performance. It also saves significantly over the V8, both in initial price and fuel costs.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Dodge Charger STX Long-Term |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | SE |
| Arrival Date: | 08/10/2006 |
| Engine: | sohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | Yes |
| Base Price: | 22,570 |
| Price as Tested: | 27,705 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 125 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 6272 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 6147 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 287.239 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 19.37 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Split Folding Rear Seat w/Center Armrest and Cup Holders, 8-Way Power Driver Seat, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel and Shift Knob, Heated Mirrors, Boston Accoustic Sound System, Illuminated Visor Mirrors, Cargo Net, Fog Lights, Alloy Wheels, Protection Group (supplemental side curtain front and rear air bags, air filtering) AM/FM Radio w/Cassette, CD 6-Disc Changer and MP3, SIRIUS Satellite Digital Radio (one year provided by SIRIUS), Power Adjustable Pedals
From the Back Seat
Chuck Giametta
Oddly, it's this car's sheetmetal I'm most ambivalent about: Overstyled for my taste. Otherwise, the Charger SE in SXT trim is the best American sedan on the road. Its steering demands too much attention at 75 mph, but price, powertrain, ride, handling, and accommodations are in rare and wonderful harmony here.
Ed Piotrowski
Charger combines the feel of a traditional big, American car with the sporty handling of a European sedan, all while being nearly as refined as the top Japanese competitors. Unless you're desperate for power, skip the thirsty Hemi V8 in favor of the V6 SXT. Those models also are priced more in-line with midsize sedan rivals, and frequent discounts make this sedan an even more compelling value.
John Biel
With the SXT package, side-curtain air bags, an audio system upgrade, and adjustable pedals added, the sticker price of this roomy V6 Charger came to $27,705 delivered. That strikes this tester as a good price for a well-equipped family sedan. The only small drawback is the recommendation for 89-octane fuel, which will drive up operating costs a little bit.
Tom Appel
Accord too small? Camry too bland? I got a car for you right here. For little more than V6-powered midsize sedans, Charger offers agressive styling, astute handling, and vast interior accomodations. This V6 works fine for me as well. A modestly equipped Charger is an answer to the question a lot of shoppers have been asking. Make mine black.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | R/T |
| Arrival Date: | 09/06/2005 |
| Engine: | ohv V8 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 29,320 |
| Price as Tested: | 32,170 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 7190 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 7661 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 471 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 22.991 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 13.7 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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AM/FM/Cass/6-disc CD, Sirius Satellite Radio, Power Sunroof
From the Back Seat
Damon Bell
It's tougher to fully enjoy a thirsty performance car when gas is over 3 bucks a gallon, but the Charger R/T delivers impressive style and "go" for the money.
Jamie Putnam
The Charger offers a lot of power with ample passenger room/comfort. This is a good value for someone who doesn't want to sacrifice performance for a spacious and functional sedan.
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