2012 Dodge Charger review
Dodge Charger highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 23 highway, 18 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Dodge Charger?
- The Charger is available in a variety of new trims, including the SE, SXT, and SXT Plus.
- The Base trim has been discontinued for 2012.
- Charger trims have been upgraded with A/C Seat(s) and Flex Fuel Vehicle as standard equipment this year.
- Vinyl Seats and Beats Audio System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The R/T Max trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Road & Track trim now comes with Memory Seat(s) as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Dodge Charger an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Dodge Charger 12th out of 13 among Fullsize Cars.
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Police 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Alloy Wheels
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
291
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
120.2"
Overall length
200.3"
Width
74.2"
Height
58.7"
Leg room
F 41.8"/R 40.1"
Head room
F 38.6"/R 36.7"
Front tires
P225/60R18
Rear tires
P225/60R18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Dodge Charger FAQ
The 2012 Dodge Charger is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Police: 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SXT: 19 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- SE: 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- R/T: 16 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- R/T Plus: 15 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Road & Track: 16 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- R/T Max: 16 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SXT Plus: 19 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
The Dodge Charger received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Dodge Charger as 11 out of 13 among Fullsize Car
The 2012 Dodge Charger has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Dodge Charger, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Dodge Charger Reviews.
The 2012 Dodge Charger has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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