First Look: 2008 Dodge Viper
by the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The updated 2008 Dodge Viper has a 600-hp 8.4-liter V10 engine, up 90
horsepower from 2006.
Wheels are 18 inches in front, 19 inches in rear. Side airbags and traction/antiskid control are unavailable but ABS is standard. Other standard features include leather-and-faux-suede upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, and xenon headlights.
The updated exterior includes a new hood with larger hood scoop and hood louvers, new polished aluminum wheel style choices, and more color combinations: Venom Red, Snakeskin Green, Viper Violet, Viper Orange, and Bright Blue paired with racing stripes in black, silver, graphite, or red.
Viper goes on sale later this summer. Check back for our full review.

Viper is back for 2008 after taking a model year hiatus.
Inside This Article




