Dodge has unveiled the Challenger SRT Demon 170, standing as the brand’s most extreme take on the Challenger to date. Its heart is a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that delivers 1025 horsepower and 1281 Nm when fed a high-octane blend of E85, a mixture of 85% ethanol and 15% petrol. When paired with standard E10 fuel, the output sits at about 900 horsepower, a figure that remains immediately impactful for performance enthusiasts. The engineering focus here is unmistakable: raw power tuned for straight-line speed and drag strip advantage.
Official imagery portrays a machine optimized for acceleration and track work, a claim that is reinforced by real-world performance numbers. The Demon 170 can snap from rest to 96 km/h in about 1.66 seconds, while the quarter-mile time lands in the low 8-second range, reaching approximately 243 km/h by the end of the run. These figures underline a relentless design goal: to maximize straight-line performance with a blend of power, traction, and aerodynamic stability that suits short, controlled bursts on drag surfaces.
The interior treatment mirrors the demand for speed, featuring a single driver-focused seat and a stripped-down cabin that prioritizes function over luxury. Options such as carpet in the trunk, a full audio system, or enhanced soundproofing can be omitted to reduce weight and amplify the car’s competitive edge. This approach highlights a philosophy where every component serves performance rather than comfort, yielding a lighter, stiffer chassis and sharper throttle response.
Pricing for the Demon 170 starts at $96,666, with a proposed allocation of 3,000 units for the United States and 300 for Canada. Orders were set to open on March 27, 2023, signaling the beginning of a limited-production sprint for enthusiasts seeking a purpose-built drag racer from a legacy American muscle brand. This model continues Dodge’s tradition of pushing horsepower boundaries while delivering a machine that can be enjoyed on both private drag strips and specialized performance events, with the potential to become a standout in contemporary American performance cars.
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