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Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170
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The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 represents the ultimate factory drag racing swan song for American internal combustion muscle. Running on E85 ethanol fuel, its 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V8 transfers 1,025 hp to rear Mickey Thompson drag radials, pulling wheelies on prepped drag strips.
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The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 represents the ultimate factory drag racing swan song for American internal combustion muscle. Running on E85 ethanol fuel, its 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V8 transfers 1,025 hp to rear Mickey Thompson drag radials, pulling wheelies on prepped drag strips.
Key Metrics
0-60 mph acceleration
1.66 seconds (NHRA prepped surface with 1-foot rollout) / 1.79s real-world
Power output
1,025 hp and 945 lb-ft of torque on E85
Quarter-mile time
8.91 seconds at 151.17 mph
Production limit
3,300 units
Original MSRP
$96,666 USD
Pros and Cons
Pros
- certified 8-second factory drag car with street license plates
- earth-shattering supercharger whine and visceral V8 combustion roar
- relative performance-per-dollar bargain compared to seven-figure exotics
Cons
- requires specific E85 ethanol blends and heated drag radials to achieve headline times
- terrible fuel economy and demanding rear-wheel-drive handling in rain
Eligibility
- Best for traditional American muscle enthusiasts and drag strip racers who reject electric powertrains
Things to Watch Out For
- Street performance on standard un-prepped asphalt is significantly slower due to rear wheelspin
- interior is dated Challenger cabin
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