Introducing The All-New Mopar® ‘11 Charger

Mopar® ups the performance ante with the limited-edition Mopar ’11 Charger—the only Charger equipped with a 3.91 differential. Requiring the development of a special engine and transmission calibration, the axle’s final-drive ratio allows the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in the low 5s. Other Mopar goodies include the “Super Track Pak” option which maximizes handling and braking. The car is priced at $39,750 and will be available late summer.

Building on the success of last year’s Mopar® version of the Dodge Challenger, Chrysler Group LLC’s Mopar division will launch a limited-edition Dodge Charger outfitted with select high-performance parts and appearance items straight from the Mopar Performance parts catalog.

“The Mopar ‘11 Charger takes the ‘head-turning’ factor up a few notches,” said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group’s service, parts and customer-care brand. “By adding some of the most distinctive accessories to an already strong performer, we’ve created a special-edition car for enthusiasts.”

Powered by the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI® with 370 horsepower and 395 lb.-ft. of torque, the specially equipped Charger includes the “Super Track Pak” option that pushes the capabilities of the Mopar Charger in handling and braking.

Backed with a proven five-speed W5A580 automatic, Mopar aficionados will appreciate the latest generation “Pistol Grip” shifter combined with Auto Stick. Auto Stick enables drivers to select a higher or lower gear while the transmission controller helps prevent the possibility of an over-rev condition. At the rear, the differential has been boosted with a new 3.91:1 final-drive ratio for enhanced acceleration – unique to the Mopar Charger. Initial testing of the Mopar ’11 Charger has shown 0-to-60 mph blasts in the low five-second range.

Enhancements to the chassis include adding larger front 30 mm solid stabilizer bar and rear 20 mm solid stabilizer bar, increases from 27 mm and 16 mm respectively. Adding to the overall stability and handling of the Mopar Charger are cross-car braces located at both the front and rear shock towers. For increased luggage space, the rear tower-to-tower brace may be easily removed.

Specific-design, 20-inch x 8-inch “Envy” wheels are fitted with Goodyear F1 Supercar 245/45ZR20 tires at all four corners. Wheels, painted a high-gloss black, are a five-spoke design with a 45 mm offset and include specific Mopar center caps, which complement the overall ”Pitch Black” exterior finish of the Mopar Charger.

Excellent stopping power is provided through vented rotors measuring 345 mm x 28 mm up front that are fitted with dual-piston, sliding calipers. At the rear, vented rotors measuring 320 mm x 22 mm, coupled with single-piston calipers are used.

Available only in a “Pitch Black” finish, exterior highlights of the Mopar Charger include a pair of Mopar Blue racing stripes running from the front air dam across the hood and over the roof ending at the bottom of the rear fascia. Ornamentation is limited to a front grille and rear-deck Mopar badge. A rear spoiler is standard on the Charger special-edition model.

Inside, unique Katzkin® leather seats are striped and stitched in Mopar Blue thread. The leather-wrapped steering wheel is identically trimmed. Engine-turned instrument bezels and a special dash panel identifying the vehicle as part of a limited edition. Owners also receive a custom Mopar key fob.

Bright pedal covers, premium floor mats with the Mopar logo and front-door sill entry guards featuring the Mopar logo also are included with the package.

The Mopar ’11 Charger will be built in Brampton, Ontario, and completed at an upfit center in Windsor, Ontario. The Manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the limited-edition Mopar ’11 Charger is $39,750, which includes destination fee.

Customers who purchase a Mopar ’11 Charger receive a personalized owner kit in a customized Mopar ’11 box. The kit includes a certificate with the vehicle identification number (VIN), exact date of manufacture and the number of the vehicle. The kit also includes a brochure that highlights the unique features of the vehicle and exclusive Mopar ’11 merchandise.