Download Print Press Kit: 2006 Dodge Charger Reveal 2006 Dodge Charger Features and Specifications Detroit January 9, 2005 - PRELIMINARY FEATURES 2006 Dodge Charger SE is equipped with a 3.5-liter High Output V-6 engine mated to a five-speed fully automatic transmission with AutoStick®. The following standard features are included: 17-inch tires and steel wheels with bolt-on wheel cover 18-gallon fuel tank Accessory delay AM/FM/CD radio system with four-speakers Body side moldings Driver and passenger lumbar support seating Electric rear window defroster Electroluminescent cluster technology Enhanced battery saver Manual tilt and telescoping steering column Outside temperature display Power mirrors Power trunklid release Power windows (driver one-touch) and locks with auto-reverse sensing system Remote keyless/illuminated entry Sentry Key® engine immobilizer Speed control The Dodge Charger SXT model adds the following standard features: 17-inch tires and machined-face aluminum wheels 60/40 split folding rear seat with center armrest 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat Fog lamps Illuminated visor mirrors The 2006 Dodge Charger R/T model is equipped with a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with Multiple Displacement System (MDS) and includes the following standard features: 18-inch aluminum wheels and all-season touring tires 19-gallon fuel tank Boston Acoustics Speakers (6) with 276-watt digital amplifier Dual-exhaust pipes Heated mirrors Leather seats Leather-wrapped steering wheel Tire pressure monitor Optional features available on the Dodge Charger include: 18-inch polished aluminum wheels 6-way power adjustable passenger seat 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat Air filtration system AM/FM/6-CD radio with DVD-based GPS navigation and MP3 AM/FM/Cass/6-CD radio with MP3 capability Automatic temperature control, dual-zone with infrared sensing Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) with steering wheel audio controls Heated driver and front passenger seats HomeLink® universal garage door opener Performance Handling Group Power adjustable pedals Power sunroof with express open and close Rear-seat DVD video entertainment system with 7-inch screen integrated into center console Self-sealing tires with 4-year road hazard warranty SIRIUS Satellite Radio™ with one-year subscription provided by SIRIUS Steering wheel and column-mounted controls UConnect™ hands-free communication system Note: The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication. PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication. All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted. All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires and wheels. General Information Body Style: Sedan Assembly Plant: Brampton, Ontario, Canada EPA Vehicle Class: Large car Introduction Date: May 2005 as 2006 model Engine: 3.5-Liter High Output SOHC 24-Valve V-6 Availability: Standard on SE and SXT models Type and Description: 60-degree bank angle, liquid-cooled, three-plenum intake manifold with electronically controlled manifold tuning valve and short-runner valves Displacement: 214.7 cu. in. (3518 cu. cm) Bore x Stroke: 3.78 x 3.19 (96 x 81) Valve System: SOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic, center-pivot roller rocker arms Fuel Injection: Sequential, multi-port, electronic Construction: Precision sand cast mold aluminum block with cast in iron liners, cross-bolted main bearing caps and cast aluminum heads Compression Ratio: 10.0:1 Power (SAE net, estimated): 250 bhp (186 kW) @ 6400 rpm (70.0 bhp/liter) Torque (SAE net, estimated): 250 lb.-ft. (340 N•m) @ 3800 rpm Max. Engine Speed: 6800 rpm (electronically limited) Fuel Requirement: Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 – recommended, unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 – acceptable Oil Capacity: 6 qt. (5.7 L) with dry filter Coolant Capacity: 10.3 qt. (9.75 L) Emission Controls: Dual close-coupled 3-way catalytic converters, quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features1 Max. Gross Trailer Weight: 2000 lbs. (907 kg) Estimated EPA Fuel Economy (MPG City/Hwy.): 19/27 1Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 emissions requirements; marketed in California as an LEVII (Low Emission Vehicle) under cleanest vehicle rules. ENGINE: 5.7-Liter HEMI® Multi-Displacement V-8 Availability: Standard on R/T model Type and Description: 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled Displacement: 345 cu. in. (5654 cu. cm) Bore x Stroke: 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) Valve System: Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight deactivating and eight conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers Fuel Injection: Sequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless Construction: Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers Compression Ratio: 9.6:1 Power (estimated SAE net): 340 bhp (254 kW) @ 5000 rpm, (59.6 bhp/L) Torque (estimated SAE net): 390 lb.-ft. (525 N•m) @ 4000 rpm Max. Engine Speed: 5800 rpm (electronically limited) Fuel Requirement: Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 – recommended, Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 – acceptable Oil Capacity: 7 qt. (6.6 L) Coolant Capacity: 13.75 qt. (13 L) Emission Controls: Dual close-coupled 3-way catalytic converters, quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features2 Max. Gross Trailer Weight: 2000 lbs. (907 kg) Estimated EPA Fuel Economy (MPG City/Hwy.): 17/25 2Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 emissions requirements; marketed in California as an LEVII (Low Emission Vehicle) under cleanest vehicle rules. Transmission: Automatic, 5-Speed Overdrive (W5a580) Availability: Standard on all models Description: Adaptive electronic control or AutoStick® driver-interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch Gear Ratios 1st - 3.58 2nd - 2.19 3rd - 1.41 4th - 1.00 5th - 0.83 Reverse - 3.17 Final Drive Ratio: 3.5L – 2.87, 5.7L – 2.82 Overall Top Gear: 3.5L – 2.38, 5.7L – 2.34 Electrical System Alternator: 160-Amp Battery: H7 Case, 730 CCA, maintenance-free Dimensions and Capacities3 Wheelbase: 120.0 (3048) Track, Front: 63.0 (1600) Track, Rear: 63.1 (1604) Overall Length: 200.1 (5082) Overall Width: 74.5 (1891) Overall Height: 58.2 (1479) With SDAR Antenna: 58.8 (1494) Estimated Curb Weight, lb. (kg).: 3.5-liter engine – 3800 (1724), 5.7-liter HEMI engine – 4031 (1828) Weight Distribution, percent F/R: 3.5-liter engine 53/47, 5.7-liter HEMI engine – 54/46 Fuel Tank Capacity, gal. (L): 3.5-liter engine – 18 (68), 5.7-liter HEMI engine –19 (72) 3All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires. Accommodations Seating Capacity, F/R: 2/3 Front Seat Head Room: 38.7 (983) Leg Room: 41.8 (1061) Shoulder Room: 59.3 (1505) Hip Room: 56.2 (1427) Seat Travel: Driver – 10.6 (270), passenger – 8.66 (220) Recliner Angle Range, deg.: Driver – up to 112, passenger – 69 SAE Front Volume Index, cubic ft. (cu. m): 55.5 (1.57) Rear Seat Head Room: 36.2 (919.5) Leg Room: 40.2 (1020) Knee Clearance: 4.5 (114.2) Shoulder Room: 57.6 (1464) Hip Room: 55.5 (1409) SAE Rear Seat Volume Index, cubic ft. (cu. m): 50.5 (1.43) Total Interior Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m): 104.0 (2.94) SAE Cargo Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m): 16.2 (0.46) EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m): 120.2 (3.4) Trunk Liftover Height: 30.1 (765.1) Body Layout: Longitudinal front engine, rear-wheel drive Construction: Unitized steel body Suspension Front: Independent SLA with high upper “A” arm, coil spring over gas-charged shock absorbers and stabilizer bar – Std Lateral and diagonal lower links – Std Rear: Five-link independent with coil springs, link-type stabilizer bar, gas-charged shock absorbers and isolated suspension cradle – Std Nivomat™ self-leveling shock absorbers – Opt Steering Type: Rack and pinion with hydraulic power assist Overall Ratio: 16.1:1 Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb): 38.9 ft. (11.9 m) Steering Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.75 Tires4 Availability: Standard on SE and SXT models Size & Type: P215/65 R17 98T black sidewall all-season ride Mfr. & Model: Goodyear Integrity Revs per Mile (km): 739 (459) Availability: Optional on SE and SXT models Size & Type: P215/65 R17 98T black sidewall all-season ride self-sealing Mfr. & Model: Continental CT95 ContiSeal™ Revs per Mile (km): 742 (461) Availability: Optional on SXT, Standard on R/T models Size & Type: P225/60 R18H 99H all-season touring Mfr. & Model: Continental CH95 Revs per Mile (km): 729 (453) Availability: Optional on SXT and R/T models Size & Type: P225/60 R18H 99H all-season touring self-sealing Mfr. & Model: Continental CH95 ContiSeal™ Revs per Mile (km): 729 (453) Availability: Optional with Performance Handling Group Size and Type: P235/55 R18 black sidewall all-season performance Mfr. and Model: Michelin MXM4 Revs per Mile (km): 734 (456) 4Other sizes and brands also may be used. Wheels Availability: Standard on SE model Type and Material: Stamped steel Size: 17 x 7.0 Availability: Standard on SXT model Type and Material: Machined cast aluminum Size: 17 x 7.0 Availability: Standard on R/T model, Optional on SXT Type and Material: Polished Cast aluminum Size: 18 x 7.5 Brakes Availability: Standard on SE and SXT models Front Rotor Size and Type: 12.6 x 1.1 (320 x 28) vented Caliper Size and Type: 2.36 (60) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing Swept Area: 254.8 sq. in. (1644 sq. cm) Rear Rotor Size and Type: 12.6 x 0.4 (320 x 10) solid Caliper Size and Type: 1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing Swept Area: 260.4 sq. in. (1680 sq. cm) Availability: Standard on R/T model Front Rotor Size and Type: 13.6 x 1.1 (345 x 28) vented Caliper Size and Type: 1.65 (42) dual-piston sliding with aluminum housing Swept Area: 292 sq. in. (1884 sq. cm) Rear Rotor Size and Type: 12.6 x 0.87 (320 x 22) vented Caliper Size and Type: 1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing Swept Area: 260.4 sq. in. (1680 sq. cm) Four-Wheel Anti-Lock and Traction Control: Standard All Electronic Stability Control and Brake Assist: Standard All Power Assist Type: 8 + 9 (203 + 209) tandem-diaphragm vacuum booster – Standard All