2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Program Announced

Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program. Based off the 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8, this V-8 powered monster is not street-legal and comes with a 6.1 HEMI mated to a 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission. The designers have been able to bring down the curb weight by around 1000 pounds by eliminations several non-essential production components.

It features unique drag-racing components like a composite lift-off hood with functional scoop, polycarbonate door windows, Dodge Viper-style front seats, manual rack-and-pinion steering, a light-weight cooling module with electric fan, special light-weight front-brake assemblies, a special cable-operated deck-lid release and a special cable-operated throttle linkage and pedal assembly.

“We’re proud of our drag racing heritage at Mopar and we will continue to support our drag-race customers where they compete,” said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer – Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. “The Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program was a success last year, and we’ll be carrying that momentum into our 2010 build.”

2010 Dodge Challenger Now Available in "Furious Fuchsia"

2010 Dodge Challenger
Dodge's latest (and most vibrant) limited edition Challenger: it's painted in a color Chrysler calls "Furious Fuscia."

That name may be new, but the paint certainly isn't. Once a part of Chrysler's wild "High Impact" color offerings, the hue -- known as "Panther Pink" on Dodge models and "Moulin Rouge" on Plymouths -- was only offered on 1970 models (although some 1971 cars were special ordered with the hue).

Fittingly, production of the Furious Fuscia Challenger will be just as short. Chrysler plans on limiting production of R/T Classic models in the color, although it has yet to establish a firm number for that limit. R/T Classic models will continue to use the 376-hp 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, although cars equipped with the six-speed manual transmission will receive the "Trak Pak" -- which adds a pistol-grip shifter, performance exhaust, and a 3.92:1 limited-slip differential -- as standard equipment.

Challenger SRT8 models painted in the color will be even harder to find at dealers. Chrysler will build only 400 examples, with each car receiving a numbered dash plaque to indicate its exclusivity. All Furious Fuscia SRT8 models receive special satin-finished 20-inch wheels, quad exhaust tips, pearlescent white leather seating surfaces (an option on the R/T Classic), and an orange paint finish for the 6.1-liter V-8's block.

2010 Dodge Challenger Convertible

2010 Dodge Challenger Convertible

2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8

The 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8 is available as a new, limited edition "Plum Crazy" model. The rest of this retro-styled sporty car lineup sees no major changes otherwise. Challenger is rear-wheel drive and seats five. Entry-level SE and mid-line R/T trims continue alongside the flagship SRT8. SE has a 250-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. R/T has 372-hp 5.7-liter V8 matched to a 5-speed automatic. A 6-speed manual is available on the R/T and models so equipped have 376 hp. The automatic-transmission version of the R/T has Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System cylinder deactivation. SRT8 has a 425-hp 6.1-liter V8 mated to either a 5-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual. All manual-transmission Challengers have a hill-holder clutch that holds the brake for three seconds to aid the driver when launching the vehicle on an incline. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and curtain side airbags. Keyless engine start is available, along with Chrysler's Uconnect multimedia suite, which can include a wireless cell phone link, 30-gigabyte hard drive for storing digital music and picture files, and a navigation system. The SRT8 Plum Crazy has specific paint and trim reminiscent of early-1970s Challengers, which used that color.

2010 Dodge Challenger Convertible

What it is: Our rendering of a topless Challenger.

Why it’s important: Gives people mourning the loss of the Prowler a nostalgic alternative to yearn for.

Competition: Reborn Chevrolet Camaro, Plymouth Prowler, a ’70s Challenger, a mullet.