When Dodge unveiled the all-electric Charger Daytona SRT Concept last month, the company introduced the Last Call. It is the brand’s final stint in producing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars before transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs). Seven models will complete the Last Call, with the Scat Pack Swinger editions as the third and fourth.
The Swinger editions are the third and fourth under Last Call
Both the 2023 Dodge Challenger and Charger received the Swinger treatment. The Last Call lineup was debuted by the 2023 Challenger Shakedown which is a nod to its 1971 model. It was followed by the 2023 Charger Super Bee, coming with exclusive features that make it ready for drag strips.
As for the Swinger models, here are the changes made by the American automaker to the Challenger and Charger. We’ll start with the 2023 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Swinger.
- Gold School editions of Challenger grille badge, R/T Widebody grille badge, painted Shaker intake, Scat Pack + Bee spoiler badge, and Bee fender badges
- Retro Swinger rear fender graphics
- 20-by-11-inch Gold School wheels
- Black six-piston Brembo brakes
- Mod Grain wood-like aluminum interior bezel textures
- Nappa/Alcantara seats with green stitching and green Dodge Rhombi logo
- Green Swinger interior instrument panel badge
- Green interior accent stitching on console and doorstep
Swinger editions of the Charger and Challenger
Meanwhile, here is the list of equipment under the 2023 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Swinger:
- Gold School editions of Scat Pack + Bee grille badge, and Bee fender and decklid badges
- 20-by-11-inch Gold School wheels
- Retro Swinger rear fender graphics
- Black six-piston Brembo brakes
- Mod Grain wood-like aluminum interior bezel textures
- Nappa/Alcantara seats with green stitching and green Dodge Rhombi logo
- Green Swinger interior instrument panel badge
- Green interior accent stitching on console and doors
The Dodge Challenger and Charger Swinger editions will be limited to 1,000 units each, with both vehicles produced as Widebody models. Dodge said that customers can recreate the classic green-on-green Swinger look in either F8 Green or Sublime Green. A White Knuckle exterior paint option will also be offered.
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“The name says it all – the originals had a unique, fun character, and that’s the same reaction we’re hoping for with our 2023 Dodge Challenger and Charger R/T Scat Pack Swinger models,” said Dodge Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tim Kuniskis.
“Dodge Swinger models have always held a unique spot in the Dodge muscle-car pantheon, and these modern-day models bring that fun back to life,” added Kuniskis.
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Know more about Dodge Charger 2024
The Philippines Dodge Charger is a rear-wheel-drive, four-door muscle car. Its body style fits it into the full-size sedan category, but some consider it an American muscle car.
For the Philippine market, the Dodge Charger's sole available variant is the R/T Scatpack Widebody which is priced at Php 5,780,000.
Under the hood, the Charger gets two different engine options. For the R/T Scat Pack Widebody trim, it uses a 6.4-liter V8 engine that can make up to 485 horsepower and 644 Nm of torque. It then uses an eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Size-wise, the Charger is 5,105mm long, 1,989mm wide, and 1,462mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,921mm.
Locally, the Charger competes against the likes of the Kia Stinger, Audi A6 Sedan. Lexus LS, Jaguar XE, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, etc.
>>> New and used Dodge Charger 2025 for sale in the Philippines
Dodge Charger Launch
The Dodge Charger 2025, in its current form, was initially released in 2011. Currently, Dodge Philippines offers the Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody and the Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody.
Dodge Charger Exterior
On the outside, the Charger is a mean-looking sedan that comes with design elements that harken back to the glory days of American muscle cars.
Equipment-wise, it comes with a power sunroof, an active exhaust with dual bright exhaust tips, LED daytime running lamps, a performance grille, and power-folding side mirrors, among others. The Scat Pack variant also gets special bits like a Black Charger decklid back, the Scat Pack Grille badge, etc.
Dodge Charger Interior
Inside, the Dodge Charger can seat up to five occupants. Keeping said occupants comfortable is a dual-zone climate control system and leather-wrapped seats.
The driver is also provided with a push-to-start button, a leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel, a power tilt and telescopic steering column, as well as plenty of soft-touch surfaces.
Also included in this model is a power adjustable driver’s seat, auto-dimming rearview mirrors, and a power trunk lid release, among others.
Technology & Safety Features
To keep its occupants entertained, the Charger gets an 8.4-inch touchscreen display that’s linked to a 19-piece Harman Kardon GreenEdge speaker set. The said headunit also comes standard with Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Safety-wise, the Charger gets a total of 6 airbags. It also has electronic stability control, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, hill-start assist, blind spot detection, electronic roll mitigation, traction control, a rear backup camera, a security alarm, tire pressure monitoring, etc.
Dodge Charger Chassis
The seventh-generation Charger is a full-size, rear-wheel-drive sedan. It uses the Chrysler LX, which it shares with the Chrysler 300.
For suspensions, the Charger uses a short and long-arm front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension. It also gets Brembo 6-pot fixed front caliper brakes, and rear disc brakes. Like the Challenger, it also has a manual, foot-type parking brake.
Dodge Charger Engine
The Charger gets two engine options for the local market. The Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody variant gets a naturally aspirated 6.4-liter V8 that can churn out 485 horsepower and 644 Nm of torque.
The said engine is then linked to an eight-speed automatic gearbox that comes with a paddle shifter manual mode.
The Philippine-spec Dodge Charger 2025 has nine different color options for the Philippine market. There’s F8 Green, Frostbite, Go Mango, Granite, IndiGo Blue, Octane Red, Pitch Black, TorRed, and White Knuckle.
The Dodge Charger is one of the most powerful sedans in the market today. Only a few others within the same category can match it, so if you’re looking for all-out straight-line acceleration, this is your pick. As for on-board features though, it sits in the middle of the pack. It does come with a premium interior, but its safety kit isn’t the most advanced.
Dodge Charger 2025 Price List
Let's check out the Dodge Charger 2025 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Dodge Charger 6.4L HEMI V8 R/T Scatpack widebody | ₱5,780,000 |
Dodge Charger Pros & Cons
Pros
- Beefy engine
- Aggressive exterior design
- Premium interior
Cons
- Thirsty engine
Dodge Charger FAQs
1. How fast will the Dodge Charger 2025 be?
The top speed of the Dodge Charger 2025 will be 132mph.
2. How many trims does the Dodge Charger 2025 have?
The Dodge Charger 2025 comes in the Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody and the Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody.
3. How much does the Dodge Charger 2025 cost?
The Dodge Charger 2025 Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody is priced at Php 5,780,000.
4. How big is the Dodge Charger 2025?
The Dodge Charger 2025 measures 5,105mm long, 1,989mm wide, and 1,462mm in height.
5. What type of vehicle is the Dodge Charger 2025?
The Dodge Charger 2025 is a modern sedan.
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