Audi S5 vs Dodge Challenger
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2023 Dodge Challenger
Overview
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | SXT |
| Body style | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2023 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $63,300 | $31,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 362 hp (best) | 303 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 268 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 37.5 cu ft (best) | 16.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 992 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,288 lbs | 3,841 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114 in | 116 in (best) |
| Length | 190.3 in | 197.9 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 75.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S5Premium | Dodge ChallengerSXT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi S5 | Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $63,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SXT $31,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $66,200 MSRP | SXT $34,100 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $70,900 MSRP | GT $34,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | GT $37,400 MSRP |
| 5 | — | R/T $39,940 MSRP |
| 6 | — | R/T Scat Pack $46,400 MSRP |
| 7 | — | R/T Scat Pack Widebody $52,395 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SRT Hellcat Jailbreak $70,590 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SRT Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak $76,590 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak $78,640 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak $84,640 MSRP |
| 12 | — | SRT Super Stock $86,645 MSRP |