Coming from someone who's owned both... I literally just upgraded from an SXT to an RT with the STP a few months ago after having the SXT for about 3 years. Even after getting the V8, I'm still an advocate for the V6 depending on what you want out of it. The V6 does have a good amount of power for the average daily driver and it looks great. I got so many compliments on the road when I had mine. Gas mileage was great. I used mine for the most part driving 50 miles a day to work. Even still when I stayed off the gas, I'd end up with around 29-30 highway mpg and about 20mpg on the street. I even took it to the track a few times. I will say that from a dig, especially in the 1/8th mile, you'll pull on an RT because the SXT is a few hundred pounds lighter and you hook better but once that V8 torque kicks in, it's gap city. lol. Stock, I has able to hit 14.5 quarter mile with a 5.8 0-60 time with the SXT. When I modded and 91 octane tuned mine(just bolt ons and exhaust), I was at 13.9 quarter mile at 5.2 seconds. With that said, the 5.7 is much different. First off the exhaust note is just beautiful and the increased torque makes a hell of a difference. It still has a very smooth ride but you don't feel that sort of laggy feel that the V6 has...when you press the gas, you're gone. You don't realize it until you sit behind the wheel of the RT. Alot of the time, I have to feather the pedal otherwise, my wheels chirp from a stop like crazy...which is why I said that the SXT will take an RT from a dig. MPG on the highway is usually around 27 if I'm taking it easy and on the street around 18-20. My best stock 0-60 was 4.7 seconds. I've taken the RT to the track as well. After adding the Hellcat airbox and high flow filter, exhaust and Hemifever 87 octane tune (because premium is getting expensive), I'm down to 4.4 seconds and with a 13.4 quarter mile. Sorry for the lengthy post. I hope that anyone debating on getting the 3.6 or the 5.7 reads this. There is a lot of enjoyment to be had from the V6. If it's your first car, first entry into Mopar or just a daily driver you won't be disappointed. Just try not to listen to the dickheads that say the V8 is better JUST because it's a V8. The Hemi is great but everyone might not want that at that point.

@Jeremy_810

4 жыл бұрын

Yup! Regardless of what you get, random people will still ask "is that a Hellcat?" They all look so good

@youngbreezy2571

4 жыл бұрын

All those MOPARS my family at FCA thanks you!

@Fade2BlackSS

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jeremy_810 Facts. That happened to me so much. Either that or is that a Hemi. The average person can't even tell.

@oscarmorales8979

4 жыл бұрын

I love my V6 Challenger. Best looking car and fun to use as a daily.

@ultrashortbus

4 жыл бұрын

Good comparison info. Any thoughts or experience regarding R/T vs R/T scat?

Lol literally every dodge comparison I watch is by this guy

@RacerX9

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support my friend

@sir_dolla_scoop5041

3 жыл бұрын

I swear all i want is a challenger and he is the only person i watch for comparisons and specs.

@LamontBoucherville

3 жыл бұрын

@@sir_dolla_scoop5041 get it yet?

The ten thousand dollar difference was why I went with sxt.

@kematirar2744

3 жыл бұрын

Tbh id rather put a down payment on the R/T and pay off the rest cause you can’t go wrong with a V8

@The4TuneKookie

3 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a 15 SRT 392 for 29500 with 33000 miles the deals are out there

@randallmo5576

3 жыл бұрын

@Nate Challenger Days!! Got a 2019 SXT Challenger Blacktop Ed in indiglow blue for less than $25,000 new. The V6 made sense, given my other is a C6 corvette.. and going from one to the other is near perfection.

@johngary3566

3 жыл бұрын

@Nate it's easy to afford r/ts and scats when u live n yo grandma's basement with no responsibilities

@johngary3566

3 жыл бұрын

@Nate nothin bitter about me sir thanks for tryin 🤣🤣🤣

A lot of people prefer the V6 because it gets a little better mileage but mostly, it's cheaper to insure

The RT is worth it alone for the exhaust sound! 🏁🇺🇸👍

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Tony Witt .. love that V8 rumble 👍

@1redrubberball

4 жыл бұрын

Interestingly, many Chally owners feel compelled to change the exhaust system on their V8 models. I like my 2013 R/T exhaust note just like it came bone stock.

@Jeremy_810

4 жыл бұрын

They did good on the T/A and 2019 & newer R/T's. Sounds ferocious from the factory.

@sirgrundel

4 жыл бұрын

the RT has no AWD for us in the north, who drive in the snow (Upstate NY here) ill stick with my GT. i can make it sound better if i wanted to but idc about that.

@knowledgeman86

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah bruh, don't get me wrong this was a great video but come on it's a challenger.. my opinion the v6 is always just a half step when challenger and hemi goes together like meat and bbq.. just screams American muscle 🤤

I own a 2019 SXT with the black out package. With the tinted windows, it's sick. I would love an RT or something beyond that, but I love the challenger and I am very happy with the V6. To each their own!

@twiceonsundays

4 жыл бұрын

Much respect from an R/T owner here. Enjoy your Challenger brother! Mopar or no car!

@GefilteFish.

3 жыл бұрын

How's the MPG?

@pizzajake427

3 жыл бұрын

@@GefilteFish. With daily driving it's 21-22 MPG, but on road trips with all highway I can average 29 MPG.

@meganmaier1696

3 жыл бұрын

i have the same car including the tint. mine is granite so its all dark and i swapped the chrome lug nuts for black. for $30 its a great mod. these cars look great and where i live anything more then the V6 would be wasted as there is always traffic.

@HisGloryLivinginMe

3 жыл бұрын

Same here brother, it's a good all around sports car!

I got my 2019 SXT 3 months ago and I love it. The V6 offers everything you need in a sports car smooth ride and plenty of space. I don’t feel the need to upgrade anytime soon

Just bought an SXT with the 3.6 V6.. Not only was it more affordable than the R/T an above, it is obviously more fuel cost efficient. It is my daily driver. I am not a super car/muscle car "enthusiast" either, but have ALWAYS thought the Challenger/Charger body styles new and old have always look INCREDIBLE and MEAN! It is a fun car to drive without draining the bank account in monthly payments and fuel costs. Highly recommend.

Finally something me and my SXT can relate to, thanks for showing some love to the V6 guys --Edit: I seemed to have caused a cylinder war, just want everyone to know thank you for the replies but I prefer the V6 for my own reasons, no hate to the V8 community!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@faridgadimov5955

4 жыл бұрын

No offense but v6 guys always going to want v8

@Fade2BlackSS

4 жыл бұрын

@@faridgadimov5955 Only because they're around people who make them feel like the V6 is shit (which it isn't). Some people are fine with what they have...some people will upgrade when they want to upgrade. This is coming from someone who had an SXT at one point. If you're happy with what you have, be happy man. The SXT isn't a bad car by any means.

@faridgadimov5955

4 жыл бұрын

@@Fade2BlackSS v6 definitely have good enough power to have fun.my dad own 2019 challenger rt 5.7 v8 and lot of people say should of get 6.4.you right if you enjoy what you have this most important think.I have Cadillac escalade esv and people still talk shit like you should of buy Lexus lx570 😂

@KA-vs7nl

4 жыл бұрын

Lol SRT ftw

I have a 2013 R/T and I’m thankful the V6 exists so the Challenger/Charger can keep being made

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Carson Brite .. they make a lot of them .. there must be a reason right?

@vsopphoto

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@1redrubberball

4 жыл бұрын

I too have a 2013 R/T, base model, Bright White, 6 speed. Bought it new in Nov '12 for $28,500 out the door. It is my "toy". Bought it as a retirement gift to myself. Love it and have no complaints! I don't thrash or abuse it. It has enough power to be fun to drive and I don't have to ever nail the throttle hard for power. Furthermore, it is very insurable at $65 mo for full coverage. For those that are concerned for fuel economy, I live in the country so my mileage is affected by a better balance between country and city, since I don't spend a lot of time in the city. I get a combined figure averaging 21-22 mpg. I have conducted fuel economy tests and these are my figures: Cruising on the highway @ 70 = 27 mpg, @65 = 28 mpg, @55 = 33 mpg. Engine rpm's at 70 mph in 6th gear = 1650-1700 rpms! I spent 3-4 months before purchase, just reflecting on what I was sure I wanted and I am very happy with mine. I was a Mustang/Cougar fan for decades, hopping them up and even building engines, but I always loved the looks of the '70 Challenger R/T.

@1redrubberball

4 жыл бұрын

@@toddlehman1 @Craig Àgreed! Back in the old days I think, there I was a 318 engine and also possibly a slant 6 available in the Challenger. Today the base engine is the V6, a far more powerful engine that can produce 0-60 times of 6 sec. That is quite decent performance that no one needs to make any apology for.

@lightsurfer5721

4 жыл бұрын

Cool cars but where is the reliability!

I'm a female, first muscle car owner, with an 18 R/T. It sounds beautiful and so many compliments. How can I ever go back?

@guidancefromjah

3 жыл бұрын

Take the panels off and remove the sound dampening foam before it starts to rust on you like mine did. Save it while it's still fairly new, spend the dough if you plan on keeping it for years. Really don't want to sell mine... *sigh*

@guardian8319

3 жыл бұрын

Wow a female did you really have to add that just to get attention lmao. Hey guys I’m a Male i own a Demon and it’s a monster if you don’t have one you don’t know what power is.

@misterdumas76

3 жыл бұрын

@@guardian8319 You have a Demon though?

@luisdiaz71956

3 жыл бұрын

@@misterdumas76 Quite certain it was sarcasm to imitate how attention seeking it sounds

@cryptounderdog9665

2 жыл бұрын

I had a 2016 sxt, no complaints at the time. I got a scat pack 2018 charger afterwards. Didn’t like the curve that it had to it so I sold it. bought a white Rt 2021 and I love it. I have the fuel flexibility that I didn’t have on the scat pack as well. Never going back to a V6!!!

The challenger will be my first car purchase that I can be proud of. The Sxt or GT may be all the muscle I can afford right now as a recent college grad, but It gives me joy to see so many supportive Challenger owners from all engine levels!

@RacerX9

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with that my friend. Go with what you can afford

@andresf491

Жыл бұрын

What did ya get?

@xojdaju1ceman493

Жыл бұрын

I got the 2023 sxt blacktop bro I love it so far

My first non V8 car in 50 years - A SXT with the track Pack option, ZF 8 Speed Transmission ( bigger brakes, 3.07 posi rear and stiffer suspension) I get 23 mpg and this car is fast, It waits for no body, I have let a couple of my friends drive it. They all thought it was a V8. I don't race it, It has great passing power on the highway and It has great pickup off the line. I ordered the can and then worried for 3 months that I would be disappointed for not ordering a V8. I am totally satisfied.

@99thpeanut59

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you’re satisfied man! I’m definitely one for the V8’s but these modern V6 engines are plenty fast. Don’t let anyone trash talk your car... if you love it, that’s all that matters.

@sim5mons

4 жыл бұрын

If you want a faster V6, try a 2005 SRT6 Chrysler Crossfire. It zings as built. With a few add-0ns it will turn in the 11s in the quarter miles. Not bad for a "six".

@oldheadttv_526

3 жыл бұрын

What do you recommend for the exhaust to get that great sound?

@user-vz3pv4if5e

3 жыл бұрын

@@oldheadttv_526 get a v8 for a good sound. All v6's with exhaust work sound like 🎺

@hemilife9792

3 жыл бұрын

Jesse Deck fr tho 😂 honestly it’s best to not touch the exhaust on those v6’s. Stock exhaust sounds the best but some v6 owners just want sound so they mid muffler delete or god forbid straight pipe these v6 challengers. If you wanted sound then just spend the extra 4 grand and get a slightly used v8 🤷‍♂️. It’s just my opinion but you’re lying to yourself if you think you could mod a v6 charger/challenger exhaust to make it sound better than stock.

Being retired, I'm in no hurry to go anywhere. $10,000 difference in price, I'll shop for the sxt, great video

@peter2213

3 жыл бұрын

Well most of us really aren’t in a hurry and really don’t need soemthing with 100hp, buuuuttt just because you don’t have to be in a hurry doesn’t mean you shouldn’t, even when your retired and ready to settle down that don’t mean you have to get rid of fun, so if I were you I would get neither and a cheap daily that’ll get the job done with great gas mileage, then a nice old American muscle, and that will give you the fun because you can’t go wrong with old American muscle with big torque and power v8 especially with old muscle

@dwaynewilson7570

3 жыл бұрын

@*Big Bad Wolf* I got a hemi in my truck. Don't need another gas hog

@joem2745

3 жыл бұрын

@@dwaynewilson7570 Exactly

@mikejohn3265

4 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@donovanonealx

Ай бұрын

idk id treat yourself to that v8 sound tho if its in the budget

I love my 2019 SXT! I got what I needed and wanted. Might not have the most horsepower but I’m more than happy with it. Best thing is it doesn’t break the bank lol

@kainlestad

4 жыл бұрын

insurance too!.

@marknelson4856

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2019 SXT and if you're willing to put small amount of money into it you can keep up with the RT. I bought a Cat-Back exhaust system a cold air intake and a pedal Commander and I do just fine. For like 1500 bucks you can add those bolt-on upgrades. But when I pay my SXT off I will be moving over to the scat pack LOL

I’m so glad that you compared the two 👍🏽 I always wondered what was the real difference in power.. thank you 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

I just got the sxt and its my everyday driver wanted a challenger since I was a kid its a blast

X your a good man, bringing us entertaining and informational stuff all the time. Thank you for lifting my day.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

John Vita .. you bet buddy! No worries

Thanks for giving the v6 some good words. I love the look and gas saving on it. I'm not a race car driver and I'm not into wasting money on tickets. The day I got a chally I see more cops then I've ever seen in my life. So I'm slow and low with 22s.

I own a 2020 sxt Dodge Challenger I love it !!!!

@velocity6675

3 жыл бұрын

why not just buy a 2015 hellcat 😝

@RankinAedx21789

3 жыл бұрын

94 Eldorado

@rossclydesimonvil4875

3 жыл бұрын

Me too man just bought one as my first car it's beautiful man

@ke6198

3 жыл бұрын

lol bro how much is your insurance?

@kingdavis681

3 жыл бұрын

Same, @Marrio0 FAM-I LOVE my SXT!

Awesome stuff as usual! Myself, coming from a V6, then a R/T and now a Scatpack. I appreciate all three models. Thanks for the review!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

B5_blu bee movin on up my friend 👍

@raymondsmith5653

4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 Scat Pack Shaker 6spd manual bought new now has 7,467 miles on it. And my DD is a 2017 Challenger GT AWD bought new with 39,575 miles on it. I love them both I first bought the Shaker as a fair weather fun car with a 2013 Focus ST as my DD but getting into the Focus most of the time looking at the Challenger sitting under the cover in the back of the garage was depressing so I traded the ST in on the GT Challenger and now I can drive a Challenger all the time just at different power levels. These are the only Mopar's I have ever owned and they have won me over now I still have my first car I bought in 1978 a 1957 Oldsmobile 2 door 88 J2 Rocket with a now very worn and tired 3spd manual Right now I am thinking a 392 Hemi and 6spd would be a very fun upgrade to bring that 1950's Iron into the twenty-first century.

I’ve actually owned both now. I had my SXT for about 2 years and upgraded to the RT this week. I gotta tell you the RT is an obvious upgrade HOWEVER the I will never knock someone for the SXT. It was a great car. I got good gas mileage and it has plenty of power for the daily driver.

@SIDVENOM

3 жыл бұрын

Do you missed not going to the gas pump that often and paying less for insurance lol.😆

I love these V6 vs V8 comparisons, they're so entertaining and informative! 🤔🚘

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Axel Fuentes .. thank you my friend

I own a 2015 sxt challenger I love it great video man appreciate you showings us v6 boys some love

I got my 2019 dodge challenger sxt blacktop editionast year...fell in love with in the first time I rode it..always get compliments..love the video and review..for a v6 I was surprised how good it rides

Thank you, you are one of the few of the v8 owners on KZread to actually give the v6 a good review. I own a 2013 sxt plus challenger.. and soon to own a V8. I love my v6 but can't wait until I park that v8 in the driveway. 🤙🤙

@twiceonsundays

4 жыл бұрын

Most of the people who talk down on v6's are former v6 owners who upgraded to v8's, or people who don't even know about these cars. If you look at it completely neutral, the v6 is not a bad car at all. Of course a v8 is faster and louder than a v6, but then there's also a bigger, faster, louder v8 than the one you have. As long as your car make you happy, that's all that really matters.

I have a 2016 SXT, added a couple little mods and it really made a difference. Cold air intake and a Throttle response controller. I drive an hour each way to work, getting an average of 27 miles per gallon. Then when I want to play, just switch the throttle response controller to sport+ mode and she moves right out! Best of both worlds.

@tyransaffoldjr

2 жыл бұрын

I did the same thing to mine… and added a rear muffler delete and exchanged the mid-mufflers with some Dynomax mini-bullets …. Just got a throttle response controller tho… did it throw any codes or is your throttle response good?

@MiniRhyno

Жыл бұрын

what does the 0-60 look like after the throttle response controller? and which controller do u have?

@ryanfields3247

Жыл бұрын

@@MiniRhyno The time will be the exact same as before, the only difference it makes is how long it takes for the vehicle to actually start accelerating. It FEELS nicer, which is the main selling point, and improves reaction time if you're on the strip instead of preemptively stomping the gas so it drives on green. Also just buying a Z Automotive TaZer and enabling sport mode does pretty much the exact same thing, my throttle response was very good in factory form

@ryanfields3247

Жыл бұрын

After owning my V6 Chrysler 300 S for a year, I can confidently say I'd opt for the V6 every time. Currently pushing 349hp and 290lbs/ft with: 91 custom dyno tune, AFE Power intake, custom tube making use of the charger/challenger ram air hole in the airbox, ported hemi throttle body, PUG lower intake manifold, 8-hole fuel injectors from FWD Pentastars (atomizes better, unproven gains though), freer flowing dual exhaust using 2 27" glass packs and 2 12" vibrant resonators (for once this actually sounds good), and I swapped the rear end from a Scat Pack so I have a 3.09 LSD and respective axles. She scoots. I'm not even done yet! I can't wait to finish my list and get re-tuned and hit a drag strip/track, but what's next on the list is an Unorthodox Racing lightweight crank pulley that unfortunately is rarely available but makes a decent difference, alternator pulley as well but that's bottom of the list as it's expensive for maybe 1hp and 1-2lbs torque, high discharge ignition coils, bigger brakes cuz those are still stock for some reason, and eventually a supercharger. Likely RIPP, possibly Sprintex, undecided and it's at least 1-2 years away. As the list stands, without the super charger, I'm hoping for at MAX 370hp and 310lbs/ft. Each mod should scale the effectiveness of those before it, so that's my goal. I'm also ready to accept 360hp and 300lbs/ft. Supercharger WILL make my ultimate power goal, no higher than 480whp. I can't remember my torque limit, but the engine is strong however the transmission is the weakest link. I know of a youtuber that's broken 2 going higher than that. I know it was in the mid to high 500's but I'm playing it safe. Moral of the story is I get 31mpg and hurt people's feelings at the same time.

@xojdaju1ceman493

Жыл бұрын

I’m new to the car game and just got a dodge challenger 2023. I want to upgrade but don’t know where to start. Any advice would be appreciated you guys seem to know y’all’s shit lol

Great video man. I drove an SXT a few months back and I was honestly surprised by it after riding in hellcats and 392s

Great review. I will share my personal experience. My wife currently drives a 18 SXT Plus (like you test drove but in silver) and I used to have a 13 RT Charger. Besides the obviously lovely V8 rumble the only real difference between the 2 for me was when you floored the gas at speed. The RT definitely pushed you back in the seat where the SXT doesn't. Off the line they honestly felt very similar. Now mine had the old trans and not the new 8sp so that definitely helped the V6 feel fast off the line. She is currently wanting to upgrade her car but it would have to be a ScatPack cause to me the RT just isn't enough of a difference to me to justify the price difference. Your review pretty much says the same thing but if someone doesn't need the power it's hard to beat the MPG the V6 gives you .

“GOT YA HANDS TIED THERE 🤣💯😭” that’s all I have to say. Wait actually. Very well spoken with great information and feedback. Literally perfect vid. Long enough to get a great point across not over talked with corny jokes or whatever. Keep doing what your doing man, awesome vid.

@bertgrau9246

4 жыл бұрын

Craig, I agree, one big point is he does a great job without foul language

This is definitely one of the most informative reviews I was looking for in terms of comparing both engines. Thanks so much. Just subscribed...!!!!

Great comparison X. Appreciate your time and effort on the comparison. Getting ready to buy a Challenger and will be going with the RT only because I'm old fashion V8 kinda guy.

RacerX, I have always liked your videos but dude lately you have been putting out some really good ones. I love the comparison videos. Keep up the great work!!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

angelo .. thanks buddy! I appreciate it 👍

@kathylacombe7998

4 жыл бұрын

I feel the same as an RT Shaker owner. Just perfect 👌

We drove both, but chose the SXT. Don't get me wrong, some days I wish I would have bought the RT, but the biggest determining factor was the noise. The Hemi was so loud cruising down the highway that it impacted radio sound and the ability to have a conversation with each other. The SXT is just nicer for a couple hour cruise.

@abood-hajjaj5817

Жыл бұрын

Sorry bro but this ain’t accurate, I have the 5.7 hemi and its not too loud in the slightest. Even with a muffler delete when your cruising you don’t hear it. When you step on it then you have a different story haha. I’ve driven many people around in it and I get nothing but compliments about the car lol. No one ever mentioned it to be too loud and I’ve had many great conversations on the highway with it lol.

@707Mendo

Жыл бұрын

Lol what? Nah you're exaggerating and I hope other people reading this comment don't give in to this idea. Source - Owner of a RT 5.7 Hemi.

@DonaldJPump24

Жыл бұрын

@@abood-hajjaj5817 yeah I have a 6.4, WITH a mid muffler delete and I dont hear any drone.

RacerX must have a tap on my brain. Everytime I have a silent Challenger question pinging around in there, he comes out with a video answering it. Thank you!

Amazing review bro!! Hands down one of the best I’ve seen on KZread

Thanks for showing some love! I got an '18 SXT Chally and I love it to the moon and back but so many people keep talking smack because I "drive a v6 muscle car" its fun and under 25y/o single male can't afford any more insurance.

@cljay25

4 жыл бұрын

I have an '18 GT and I am okay with the V6 I chose it for the AWD since I live in a place with a big winter. I put a cold air intake and an aftermarket exhaust in it and now sounds meaner than the V8s stock.

Excellent video, very accurate. I have owned the V-6, the R/T Hemi and my son owns a Scat Pack, so I have driven all three extensively. The V-6, before the Hemi was a nice ride, surprisingly quick and super dependable getting 32 mpg driving from NY to Florida. Drove the Scat Pack, as stated a really fast car, it thrilled me. But I wanted a bit less and I got the R/T and boy did I choose well. The R/T in my opinion is very fast, pulls like crazy upstairs sound awesome and handles really good. But unlike the Scat Pack, it has cylinder shut off at highway speed, takes mid grade fuel and gets 25 mpg. It is so much fun. My first advice, buy a Challenger, it is just the best car for the money out there including high end imports. Second advice, if you want a beast, get a Scat Pack. If you want a tamer beast buy the R/T it’s an 80% Scat Pack with some compelling differences for average performance drivers like me. You got it spot on in your review.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Great assessment my friend.. agreed 👍

@stevenjump8234

4 жыл бұрын

The scat pack with the auto also has the cylinder shut off.

@almousawiehj6084

4 жыл бұрын

@@stevenjump8234 still not fuel friendly as the rt's

@GQuick-nr7et

4 жыл бұрын

@@almousawiehj6084 RT still not as friendly with HP

Great video and review. Love the comparison giving future buyers the options and what they can choose from.

Earned a sub bruh. I'm looking into my first V8 and I've heard nothing but good things about R/T's as an entry to the world of V8

My next vehicle will be either a Challenger or Charger. Thanks for posting the review. 🇺🇸🏁

Man that HEMI HUM is yummy to my ears. Good lord that thing sings a beautiful song.

Great comparo! As someone who's replacing their car soon (and wanting to step up from a puddle-jumper), the Challenger Scat Pack Widebody (manual transmission, of course!) is definitely on my short list. Thanks for the info!

Hey thanks for the good words on the sxt. I bought one as my first car in 2021 and I’ve been loving it.

That sxt looked quite comfortable. I wouldn't feel guilty driving the heck out of it. Nice comparison!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Clint S .. me too 👍.. it actually surprised me a little bit

I know the adrenaline rush of the RT and scat pack are addictive but the SXT and GT are pretty decent and are relatively fuel efficient

@RacerX9

3 жыл бұрын

Very true....

For a daily driver the SXT+ is a blast. Highly recommend. Good video. Thank you.

Found your channel yesterday. In the market for a Challenger. It will be my first sport/muscle car. Your videos help out so much to decide on the Trim package. I thought about the Charger but the classic look of the Challenger IMO can't be beat!

@RacerX9

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel brother

love all mopars! beautiful cars. always drove my dads ram 5.7 and finally got a scat. Will never get over this power pushing me back into my seat

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Daniel Vasquez .. the Scatpack is a great package 👍

@jimifed2798

4 жыл бұрын

You don't have to love every model that a company makes. U can help mopar make better cars by being critical when necessary. Right?

Awesome review, I own a 2020 Challenger GT Hellraisin colorway. Absolutely love it, enough power and is a lot of fun to drive. Got a new exhaust system coming in this week. Love seeing other challengers on the road, is there a wave that we have? Lol

you have a very nice energy. thank you for posting this. i want a Dodge charger RT however i only have enough money to finance a dodge charger sxt. this almost convinced me to go with the sxt but shit. i want that V8 so badly. gonna just save up for a couple more years. thank you for this man

You are right on point with all the content and likeability. I'm buying a Challenger sxt this week sometime based on my affordability.

Although I absolutely love my Hemi, and all the modern Hemi's for that matter, Dodge did an awesome job with the 3.6. I have the same engine in my Wrangler and it's a great motor! It might not have the snappy torque of it's bigger brothers, it's still decently powered and makes the car fun to drive. If you think about it, the entry level 305 hp V6 is making around what some of the high trim level muscle cars were making back in the day for power. A little lighter on torque, but none the less still impressive.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Track Pack R/T .. absolutely the V6 engine certainly has its merits 👍

@larryperondi6481

4 жыл бұрын

Throw a 50 state smog legal supercharger on it and boom modern v8 power

@carlweeks9256

4 жыл бұрын

Never seen 3.6 go bad either! More power than the former 3.5/4.0 but as reliable as the 3.3/3.8. Chrysler obviously learned their lessons not to make them like the 2.7s!

@nauyv

3 жыл бұрын

I feel like a lot of V8 fanboys forgot about how the same power the modern V6 is making was what V8's made back in the day if they actually knew that information and not go after the car they can barely drive or just feel they need to show off lol. I'm sure the aesthetics of having a V8 is nice, but I wouldn't personally own one by a long shot. I need reliability, but also enough speed for me to enjoy the ride.

awesome review. makes me love my sxt even more

I own a ‘19 SXT and it’s primary my daily driver. I love this car and not thinking about a hellcat. Thanks for showing the love for the SXT

The review I’ve been looking for! I have the GT AWD because Chicago weather has burned me out on rwd platforms. I feel similarly about the power in the V-6. Definitely gets the job done for daily driving, but would prefer that V8!!

I bought a 2020 Challenger R/T about two months ago. It has a 6 speed manual transmission. Love it. I think the R/T here feels stiffer than the SXT because the R/T has the Special Track Pack . The STP was an option on earlier year R/Ts but is standard on 2020s. The STP makes a big difference in handling. I added the STP to a 2017 300S and the handling improvement was amazing.

I think the largest issue with the SXT and GT are that people think they are slow, and I think the reason is because the original 2009 Challenger SE with the 3.5l V6 was not a fast car (I won't say it's slow, but it's for sure not fast) and people still think of those cars when they think V6 Challenger. The SXT runs mid 14 second 1/4 miles, that's not bad for $30K and 4000lbs. Sure there is a Japanese V6 sedan that is a bit faster, but my Scat Pack is faster than those, so there is always a faster car. The SXT/GT is fast enough IMO. For a DD they are great cars.

@Fade2BlackSS

4 жыл бұрын

Facts, the older model SE's were pretty bad. I think they only made around 240hp or something like that. The newer ones with the A8 and 3.07 gearing aren't bad at all. V6 muscle cars just get a bad rep all around though. Camaro and Mustang guys get it too.

@TrevForPresident

4 жыл бұрын

“There is always a faster car.” Preach. Buy what you want that you can comfortably afford and don’t worry about what anyone thinks.

Dude, I was on the fence about getting an SXT until today. You tipped me over into something I can actually afford.

I usually get bored listing to people talk about cars and give up halfway through the video. You are great to listen to and love the comparisons and watch the whole video. I have a 2016 5.7 RT plus in New Zealand and love it. We have a lot more WRX turbos here. I actually drive a legacy daily. Almost and WRX STI 😆

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the support.. Glad you enjoyed the comparison.

Factory re-opened on Tuesday 5/19 for one shift, and will go to two shifts on Monday 5/25 (no holiday in Canada that day).

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

E Michael .. wow great to know 👍.. hopefully we will start seeing more cars soon

man u made me feel even better about my choice

The first time I saw a Challenger was in 1970 on the car lot going to school. Fell in love right then and there! I never had one, but this video shows me the difference between the trim levels. Gotta find a used one. Thanks for the cool video. I'd definitely take the RT just for the sound and speed.

I just bought a 2015 dodge challenger R/T and now I wish I would have gotten the 6.4 scat pack with the shaker but I will half to wate now I owe to much on mine. Love your videos RacerX keep up the good work man.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend... Enjoy that R/T .. it's still a very fun car

Awesome comparison! I got a 2019 R/T 2 months ago and I'm absolutely in love with it. There is nothing wrong with a V6 but I wanted that true V8 and muscle car experience.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Hope your loving that RT brother

@TheGrimRunner

4 жыл бұрын

@@RacerX9 I am absolutely loving it and enjoying your content as well!

@chomar97

4 жыл бұрын

My friend got the 2019 sxt v6 and his co worker always laughs at him because he has the hemi. He says the v8 is the real one which I agree.

awesome review bro, i hate people that look down on lower trim levels. if possible can we see you race scatpack vs rt

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

MrPrimetime474 .. I did a comparison a little while back but didn’t race them. I will see what I can do. kzread.info/dash/bejne/i56GrremeKvVqLA.html

@snek9353

4 жыл бұрын

So look up to something lower?

I really appreciate you understand people should live on a budget and buy what you can afford.

The unique classic design of the challenger car pulled me towards the dealer. I took both the GT and the RT for a test drive, and I agree with you on the difference so I decided to buy an RT challenger. Thank you for this video.

I own a 2017 AWD GT and I love it, could care less about the engine. Just wanted a Challenger!

@OperatorPewski61443

2 жыл бұрын

Literally me. I want it for the looks. The feel. The hype. The engine not so much. Ive driven in v8s. I dont want an engine that i know i wont be able to handle. I can tame a v6.

Great Review!! I have considered getting an SXT to use for my daily driver!! My Scat Pack Shaker has never seen the rain!! Daily driver is a company truck right now.....

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

TODDSNAKE .. I was actually surprised at just how well the SXT drove 👍

@MLProductions.1

4 жыл бұрын

I drive alot. My cars 1 month old and it has 3700 miles already. Hopefully things change and next year I can step up to a scat pack as a daily. But as of now using that much money on gas. And depreciating a way more expensive car that fast isn't worth it.

Nice job, great video! Would be a good idea to hear exhaust of both outside the car. Thanks for making these!

Great review X. Thinking about a Sxt for a daily. Thanks for vid.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely buddy.. The SXT is a solid daily for sure

Also good to mention you can get the r/t with a manual vs not in the sxt

Couldn't agree more with your "solid, nice driving car" assessment. I have a 2016 Challenger SXT with 50,000 trouble free miles on it. And I've enjoyed putting every single one of those miles on. This car is absolutely the best long distance road runner I've ever owned. The Pentastar and 8 speed eat up the miles effortlessly, delivering 30+ hwy mpg, and I never get tired behind the wheel. Just an awesome, great looking, comfortable ride. As others here have mentioned, the Pentastar's 305 hp is more than most muscle cars had back in the day.

@MWRW

3 жыл бұрын

Even with 305hp, the car still feels slow pulling all that weight. I put some Firehawk Indy 500s on mine, and it NEVER slips, even under full throttle. Definitely could use a little more power.

@71donkrider

3 жыл бұрын

@ronald k you are right about the hp from cars back in the day. that sxt was faster than the majority of modded muscle cars. i personally have an rt but rented a sxt ..i truly didnt miss any power. PEOPLE TELL me all the time "u shoulda got a scat pack or hell-cat" where in the f can i justify spending all THAT extra MONEY for power u can't use on a daily drive? that dam sxt HAS enuff power and looks just as good without all that extra money for payments and let's not talk about insurance

Thanks for doing V6 and RT videos!

Great vid thanks for bringing these cars to everyone attention, i have Durango SXT love it for a little pick up, take off eco mode which changes throttle response im good

I'm getting a 2016 rt with stp in about a week, I'm so stoked. Test drive I saw the best recorded 0 to 60 was 5.6 and thought well I need to fix that

I had a 2016 sxt challenger. Absolutely loved it. Upgraded to a scatpack a few months ago.

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

anthony yates-sticker .. bet your loving that Scatpack 👍

I have an SXT and I love it. I got a new exhaust put on it to help give it a bit of a growl and she sounds great. Handles great. I’m not a racer, by any stretch of the word. RacerX, love the content dude. Super informative about the cars!

@The_Irish_Fox

10 ай бұрын

What did you get?

@bigredg6488

10 ай бұрын

@@The_Irish_Fox it was an MBRP Cat-Back Installer series. Wasn’t incredibly loud but definitely much better than stock and had a deeper tone, overall.

Great reviews I enjoy driving our scat pack Shaker, really like the track videos you and your wife do......Steve from NJ....

@sedrickgriffin2515

3 жыл бұрын

Finally review my SXT ,she 7 months old pretty quick too off

I have a 2017 GT in GO Green, its a Tank in the snow, i wanted something different than other regular awd cars. The GT fills that want & need very well.

I own a 2017 SXT Plus with Super Track Pack in Go Mango- essentially a fully loaded v6. Best car I ever had, truly love it and not an issue so far in 32k miles. Im a working class guy, and its my daily driver. Still get multiple compliments weekly from complete strangers. The leather interior is very attractive and the seats are super comfortable. Fuel economy is good, the 8.4 infotainment works fine. Ive had the car up to 136mph where it seemed to top out. Acceleration is fine for me especialy in sport mode. The car is simply drop dead gorgeous and to this day puts a smile on my face every single day. For a person in my position it was the right choice. Would I prefer the V8? Sure, but only in the sense that we always "want" more than what we have. Dont you think a 5.7 guy would prefer a scat. And after awhile doesnt the scat driver envy the hellcat??? And on and on... Considering that 90% of driving is under 45mph the V6, especially when well equipped, makes a compelling case... At any rate all of us MOPAR ppl should stay positive and support each other, happy driving!

Great video, and I know what you mean about that V8 sound. First thing I changed on my R/T was the exhaust.

Love your videos. You can tell you love doing this.

I have a 16 SXT first car ive ever bought/owned and I love it. I wanted to mod it but honestly I might just get a new R/T

Thanks for coming out and shooting there. Was an honor to have you! - Stace

@RacerX9

3 жыл бұрын

For sure Stace.. I appreciate the help

Always love watching your videos.

I bought an SXT a few weeks ago. I love it! No, it isn't a race car but it does haul ass. And it's beautiful! Hey, great review. I enjoyed watching this.

RT is the life for me....oh that growl!!!!!💥💥

I've had my 2011 v6 since 2013 and love it. It has enough power to get out of it's own way and is plenty for me not to mention most people can't even tell the difference. Besides, I know what I would do with anything more and this keeps me honest.

@xojdaju1ceman493

Жыл бұрын

Solid comment lol. Same I feel like I’d abuse the engine power

Thank you for the r/t and v6 content! I own a 2018 r/t and 2018 sxt Challenger lol

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

No worries my friend. I will try to make more on the SXT and 5.7

Came across the channel, love it. I got a 2015 Challenger SXT

I have the 300hp v-6 in my Chrysler 300C, and I added a K&N Typhoon air intake which really woke this engine up! The biggest gain was the throttle response and torque, not to mention the great sound ! My car sounds more like a V-8 yet still gets close to 31mpg on long road trips. If you can’t afford the Hemi, try this mod on your v-6 it’s well worth the price!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely something to thing about.. Much appreciated

@soulfoodjo2314

2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered that exact intake, looking forward to hearing what it sounds like.

I have a 2019 Scat Pack Plus, my interior is all leather and I love it!!!

@RacerX9

4 жыл бұрын

Sinister Scat 392 .. nice my friend 👍

@sinistercoyote5.0

4 жыл бұрын

RacerX I wanna race Mrs. X but I’m in Detroit!

Honestly I am debating on both so im thankful this video is up

I’ve had my 2019 R/T challenger for abt 2 months now. Such a sweet spot, I love it

On my second sxt at the moment , like others have said , a great car for the money and a nice balance between power/gas mileage. However my third one will be either an RT or a scat. I'm getting that itch for a V8.

I have a 2019 R/T and the exhaust note alone makes it worth it imo. Rolling down the windows on a sunny day, turning sport mode on, and listening to it roar is a lot of fun.

@cljay25

4 жыл бұрын

I have the GT. Threw a aftermarket exhaust and CAI in it and it sounds like the RT now. And the AWD makes fun to drive in the snow.

@VanquishedAgain

3 жыл бұрын

@@cljay25 cool car, but no it doesn't. Very different sound coming v6 to v8.

@GearheadK20C4

3 жыл бұрын

Sadly my R/T was totaled. RIP.

@VanquishedAgain

3 жыл бұрын

@@GearheadK20C4 sorry 😢

Great comparison! Thanks as always!

Love love this video! See a lot of love for muscle cars in Southern States, I don’t fit the profile here in California.