How much does the 2012 Dodge Challenger cost?

The 2012 Dodge Challenger has a starting MSRP of $25,195, ranging up to $44,125 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SXT from $25,195; R/T from $29,995; SRT8 392 from $44,125.

What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Dodge Challenger?

The 2012 Dodge Challenger achieves up to 21 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2012 Dodge Challenger have?

The 2012 Dodge Challenger offers up to 16.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2012 Dodge Challenger tow?

The 2012 Dodge Challenger has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2012 Dodge Challenger come in?

The 2012 Dodge Challenger is available in 3 trims across Coupe body styles with rear wheel drive.

2012 Dodge Challenger

3 trims · Coupe

Starting MSRP

$25,195 – $44,125

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Dodge Challenger? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on SXT

Total price (SXT MSRP)

$25,195

Typical monthly

$499/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2012 Dodge Challenger trims

SXT
MSRP
$25,195
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
18/27
Horsepower
305 hp
Torque
268 lb-ft
Engine
3.6L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
16.2
Max towing
1,000 lbs
R/T
MSRP
$29,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
15/23
Horsepower
375 hp
Torque
410 lb-ft
Engine
5.7L V8 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
16.2
Max towing
1,000 lbs
SRT8 392
MSRP
$44,125
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/23
Horsepower
470 hp
Torque
470 lb-ft
Engine
6.4L V8 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
16.2
Max towing
—

Compare 2012 Dodge Challenger trim specifications
Spec	SXT	R/T	SRT8 392
MSRP	$25,195	$29,995	$44,125
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	18/27	15/23	14/23
Horsepower	305 hp	375 hp	470 hp
Torque	268 lb-ft	410 lb-ft	470 lb-ft
Engine	3.6L V6 gas	5.7L V8 gas	6.4L V8 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	16.2	16.2	16.2
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: SXTgas
R/Tgas
SRT8 392gas
Fuel type: SXTregular unleaded
R/Tregular unleaded
SRT8 392premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders: SXTV6
R/TV8
SRT8 392V8
Displacement: SXT3.6 L
R/T5.7 L
SRT8 3926.4 L
Horsepower: SXT305 hp
R/T375 hp
SRT8 392470 hp
Torque: SXT268 lb-ft
R/T410 lb-ft
SRT8 392470 lb-ft
Transmission: SXT5-speed shiftable automatic
R/T6-speed manual
SRT8 3926-speed manual
Drivetrain: SXTrear wheel drive
R/Trear wheel drive
SRT8 392rear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SXTCoupe
R/TCoupe
SRT8 392Coupe
Doors: SXT2
R/T2
SRT8 3922
Seating: SXT5
R/T5
SRT8 3925
Length: SXT197.7 in
R/T197.7 in
SRT8 392197.7 in
Width: SXT75.7 in
R/T75.7 in
SRT8 39275.7 in
Height: SXT57.1 in
R/T57.1 in
SRT8 39257.1 in
Wheelbase: SXT116 in
R/T116 in
SRT8 392116 in
Ground clearance: SXT5.2 in
R/T5.1 in
SRT8 3924.8 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: SXT16.2 cu ft
R/T16.2 cu ft
SRT8 39216.2 cu ft
Max towing: SXT1,000 lbs
R/T1,000 lbs
SRT8 392—
Curb weight: SXT3,834 lbs
R/T4,082 lbs
SRT8 3924,170 lbs
Fuel tank: SXT19.1 gal
R/T19.1 gal
SRT8 39219.1 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: SXT21
R/T18
SRT8 39217
City MPG: SXT18
R/T15
SRT8 39214
Highway MPG: SXT27
R/T23
SRT8 39223

Full specifications by trim
Spec	SXT	R/T	SRT8 392
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders	V6	V8	V8
Displacement	3.6 L	5.7 L	6.4 L
Horsepower	305 hp	375 hp	470 hp
Torque	268 lb-ft	410 lb-ft	470 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Coupe	Coupe	Coupe
Doors	2	2	2
Seating	5	5	5
Length	197.7 in	197.7 in	197.7 in
Width	75.7 in	75.7 in	75.7 in
Height	57.1 in	57.1 in	57.1 in
Wheelbase	116 in	116 in	116 in
Ground clearance	5.2 in	5.1 in	4.8 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	16.2 cu ft	16.2 cu ft	16.2 cu ft
Max towing	1,000 lbs	1,000 lbs	—
Curb weight	3,834 lbs	4,082 lbs	4,170 lbs
Fuel tank	19.1 gal	19.1 gal	19.1 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	21	18	17
City MPG	18	15	14
Highway MPG	27	23	23