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Dodge Challenger vs Ford Mustang

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

Vehicles

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2023 Dodge Challenger

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2026 Ford Mustang

Overview

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
Selected trimSXTEcoBoost
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20232026

Pricing & market

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
MSRP$31,100 (best)$32,320
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
Combined MPG23 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG30 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)16 gal

Performance

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
Horsepower303 hp315 hp (best)
Torque268 lb-ft350 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.6 L (best)2.3 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (best)13.5 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,841 lbs3,588 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.2 in (best)
Wheelbase116 in (best)107 in
Length197.9 in (best)189.4 in
Width75.7 in (best)75.4 in
Height57.7 in (best)55 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge ChallengerSXTFord MustangEcoBoost
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimDodge ChallengerFord Mustang
1

SXT

$31,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EcoBoost

$32,320 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$34,100 MSRP

EcoBoost

$40,120 MSRP

3

GT

$34,400 MSRP

EcoBoost Premium

$36,345 MSRP

4

GT

$37,400 MSRP

EcoBoost Premium

$41,845 MSRP

5

R/T

$39,940 MSRP

GT

$46,560 MSRP

6

R/T Scat Pack

$46,400 MSRP

GT Premium

$51,080 MSRP

7

R/T Scat Pack Widebody

$52,395 MSRP

GT Premium

$56,580 MSRP

8

SRT Hellcat Jailbreak

$70,590 MSRP

Dark Horse

$63,080 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

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