2012 Charger: Challenger, not during its first year. That’s right, announced during the Chicago Auto Show, Dodge is bringing back the SRT8 for its 2012 Charger, complete with the 392 HEMI underhood. On paper, it seems the 465 horsepower / 465 lb-ft torque produced by the 6.4L V8 is slightly detuned from the Challenger’s 470 hp, Dodge is estimating 0-60 mph sprints in the 4 second range and 1/4 mile times for the sedan dipping into the 12′s (oh, and a top speed of 175 mph).
All this will run through the W5A580 five-speed automatic with a manual mode for more spirited control over the gears. And as always, extra goodies come with wearing the SRT badge. Large Brembo brakes, an adaptive suspension system, 20″ forged aluminum wheels and even a special 19 speaker sound system come along for the ride, among other upgrades.
