2016 Dodge Charger — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2016 Dodge Charger

The 2016 Charger R/T with the 5.7L Hemi V8 and 8-speed automatic pulls 370 horsepower and feels planted in corners despite its size, making it feel like a full-size muscle car that actually handles. Owners praise the spacious back seat and trunk—you can fit a bike or grocery haul without folding anything down. The steering is heavier than competitors, which some drivers prefer because it makes highway driving feel less numb.

Common complaints and known issues

The 8-speed transmission (ZF) occasionally slips or shudders between gears, especially around 60k–90k miles, and Dodge issued no recall despite numerous NHTSA complaints. Infotainment system crashes or freezes, forcing a hard reset while driving. Door latches fail prematurely (around 50k miles), leaving doors slightly ajar on the highway. Paint peeling on the hood is common by year 3–4, typically starting at the edges. Alternator failure around 70k–100k miles is a pattern complaint.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $16,500–$19,800. 80k–140k miles: $13,200–$16,500. Over 140k miles: $10,800–$13,200. R/T trims command the high end; base SE/SXT models sit lower. Regional demand (higher in Rust Belt and South), accident history, and transmission service records drive individual spreads.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.