2011 Dodge Charger: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2011 Dodge Charger is a full redesign, with a new body and cabin leading the changes. It also gains touchscreen controls, a 292-hp Pentastar V6 as the standard engine, and a retuned chassis.
About the 2011 Dodge Charger
2011 redesign, first year of the 2011-2014 Charger body and cabin update.
Dodge positions the Charger as the full-size sedan for buyers who want family-car space with muscle-car attitude. Its appeal is rear-drive balance, bold styling, strong straight-line power, and a driver-focused cabin rather than a soft, anonymous large sedan feel. Against conventional full-size sedans, the Charger stands out by looking and feeling more like a four-door performance car, especially in HEMI-powered R/T form, while the V6 still makes it usable every day.
The base Charger is positioned as a roomy five-seat sedan with distinctive styling and useful everyday technology, including a 4.3-inch touchscreen, push-button start, and a power driver seat. The R/T is the performance-focused version, pairing a 370-hp 5.7-liter HEMI V8 with a firmer suspension, stronger brakes, HID headlights, heated front seats, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen.
What changed, by category
2011 Dodge Charger specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, HEMI, 5.7 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & AutoStick |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 370 hp | 292 hp |
| Torque | 395 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.1 in | 40.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| HID Headlights | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| SD Card Slot | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Dodge Charger a redesigned model?
Yes. The 2011 Dodge Charger begins a new generation with a redesigned body, a substantially improved cabin, new touchscreen controls, and revised suspension and steering hardware.
What is the biggest engine change for the 2011 Dodge Charger?
The biggest engine change is the new standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, which produces 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. It replaces the previous base-engine choices and is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission.
Which Charger trims were dropped for 2011?
The Rallye, SXT, and SRT8 trims were dropped for 2011. The lineup covered here consists of the base Charger and the V8-powered R/T.
What technology was added to the 2011 Dodge Charger?
The 2011 Charger adds a touchscreen-based control system as part of its redesigned cabin. The base model has a 4.3-inch touchscreen and push-button start, while the R/T has a standard 8.4-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, voice control, satellite radio, and Alpine speakers.
How is the 2011 Charger R/T different from the base model?
The 2011 Charger R/T is the performance-focused version, with a 370-hp 5.7-liter HEMI V8, a firmer suspension, stronger brakes, HID headlights, heated front seats, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen. The base model uses the 292-hp V6 and focuses more on everyday comfort and technology.