← Back to compare hub

BMW M2 vs Dodge Challenger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

BMW logo

2027 BMW M2

Dodge logo

2023 Dodge Challenger

Overview

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
Selected trim2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)SXT
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272023

Pricing & market

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
MSRP$69,500$31,100 (best)
Lowest listing price—$15,737 (best)
Median listing price—$24,394 (best)
Highest listing price—$53,380 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
Combined MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.7 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
Horsepower473 hp (best)303 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)268 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI6V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft16.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,814 lbs (best)3,841 lbs
Ground clearance4.8 in5.2 in (best)
Wheelbase108.1 in116 in (best)
Length180.3 in197.9 in (best)
Width74.3 in75.7 in (best)
Height55.2 in57.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW M22dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)Dodge ChallengerSXT
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimBMW M2Dodge Challenger
1

2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

$69,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SXT

$31,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

M xDrive

$73,600 MSRP

SXT

$34,100 MSRP

3—

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

Live inventory

BMW M2 vs Dodge Challenger FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M2 vs 2023 Dodge Challenger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2023 Dodge Challenger starts lower at $31,100. Live Dodge Challenger listings start at $15,737.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on horsepower in this comparison (807).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW M2 or 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 BMW M2 vs 2023 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Challenger (5/5 NHTSA overall).