2009 Dodge Charger: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2009 Dodge Charger gets a light mid-cycle update led by redesigned taillamps on every trim, not a full redesign. The R/T and all-wheel-drive models also receive notable mechanical updates.
About the 2009 Dodge Charger
6th generation Charger (2006-2010), fourth model year; a lightly updated late-cycle year before the full 2011 redesign.
Dodge positioned the Charger as a modern four-door muscle sedan: rear-drive attitude, bold coupe-like roofline, and available HEMI power wrapped in a full-size body with usable rear-seat space and trunk room. Compared with more conventional large sedans, the Charger sold style and power first. Even the V6 models leaned into the same long-hood, wide-stance look, while upper trims added the V8 sound and straight-line punch that defined the model.
The lineup ranges from the straightforward V6 Base model and better-equipped V6 SXT to two V8 performance trims. The R/T combines its 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with heated leather-trimmed seats, while the SRT8 uses a 425-horsepower 6.1-liter HEMI V8, Brembo brakes, and a lowered performance suspension.
What changed, by category
2009 Dodge Charger specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | V6, HO, 3.5 Liter | V6, 2.7 Liter / V6, HO, 3.5 Liter | V8, HEMI, 6.1 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 17–18 mpg | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25–26 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 350 hp | 250 hp | 190–250 hp | 425 hp |
| Torque | 390 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft | 190–250 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.2 cu-ft | 16.2 cu-ft | 16.2 cu-ft | 16.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in | 40.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Anti-Lock Brakes | ||||
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Stability Control | ||||
| Traction Control | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2009 Dodge Charger a full redesign?
No. The 2009 Charger is a light mid-cycle update within the generation introduced for 2006. Its most visible change is the new taillamp design, while a full redesign does not arrive this year.
What is the biggest change to the 2009 Dodge Charger?
The biggest lineup-wide change is a redesigned set of taillamps. Every trim also gets an antenna integrated into the rear window and LED lighting for the front cup holders.
Did the 2009 Dodge Charger R/T engine change?
Yes. The 2009 Charger R/T gets a revised 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with variable valve timing and cylinder deactivation, which shuts down some cylinders during lighter driving to save fuel.
What changed on the 2009 Dodge Charger with all-wheel drive?
All-wheel-drive Chargers gain an active transfer case that disconnects the front axle when all-wheel drive is not needed. They also get a driver display showing whether the system is operating in two-wheel or all-wheel drive.
Did every 2009 Dodge Charger receive the same updates?
No. Every trim gets new taillamps, a rear-window antenna, and illuminated front cup holders, but the revised 5.7-liter V8 is specific to the R/T and the new driveline system and status display are specific to all-wheel-drive models.