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Dodge Charger · Model year 2016

2016 Dodge Charger specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2016 Dodge Charger or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 17 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.

Horsepower
292–707 hp
Combined MPG
16–23
Recalls
6
Schedule covers
150k miles
Charger towing capacity by yearTow ratings for every year we have charts for; the 2016 spec sheet's towing figures are in Specs & features below.See the towing chart

What changed for the 2016 Dodge Charger

The 2016 Charger versus 2015: what's different, from the factory charts and spec sheets.

All the differences we found

Newly standard

  • Power adjustable, heated, manual foldaway with memory — SRT 392
  • Rear Cross Path detection — SRT 392
  • Ambient Lighting — LED-illuminated: Front foot wells — R/T Scat Pack
  • Floor mats — premium front/rear — SRT Hellcat
  • Grille: Black with Satin Chrome crosshairs — SXT
  • Twelve-way power driver seat, including four-way power lumbar — SRT 392, SRT Hellcat

Newly available

  • ESC — SXT

Moved from standard to optional

  • Grille: Black with black crosshairs — SXT

No longer offered on some trims

  • Badges: Charger — R/T Scat Pack
  • Exhaust tips: Fascia mounted, dual, chromed — R/T Scat Pack
  • Power-adjustable pedals with memory — R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392
  • Rear-seat armrest with LED-illuminated cup holders — SRT Hellcat
  • Seating: Rear-seat armrest with cup holders — SRT Hellcat

Listed for the first time on the equipment chart

  • Badges: Charger — optional: SXT, R/T
  • Badges: R/T — standard: R/T Scat Pack
  • Badges: R/T — optional: R/T

Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2015 and 2016. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.

2016 Dodge Charger specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2016 specification sheet.

General information4 specs
Vehicle Type
E-segment sedan
Assembly Plant
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
EPA Vehicle Class
Large car
Introduction Date
Third quarter 2015 as a 2016 model
Body and chassis2 specs
Layout
Longitudinal front engine, rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD)
Construction
Unitized steel body and aluminum hood
Engines73 specs
3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with 24-valve DOHC
AvailabilityStandard — Dodge Charger SE (RWD/AWD), SXT (RWD/AWD)
Type and Description60-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke3.78 x 3.27 in. (96.0 x 83.0 mm)
Valve SystemChain-driven DOHC, 24 valves, hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionAluminum deep-skirt block with aluminum-alloy heads
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Power (SAE net)292 bhp (218 kW) @ 6,350 rpm (81.1 bhp/liter); 300 bhp (224 kW) @ 6,350 rpm (83.3 bhp/liter) with Rallye Group
Torque (SAE net)260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm; 264 lb.-ft. (358 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm with Rallye Group
Max. Engine Speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2(a)
Oil Capacity6 quarts (5.7 liters) with dry filter
Coolant Capacity14.0 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission ControlsDual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(b)
Max. Gross Trailer Weight1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)19/31 (RWD with 8HP45 TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission); 18/27 (AWD with 845RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission)
Engine Assembly PlantSaltillo Engine Plant, Mexico
5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology
AvailabilityStandard — Charger R/T and R/T Road & Track
Type and Description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled with variable-cam timing (VCT)
Displacement345 cu. in. (5654 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9)
Valve SystemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight deactivating and eight conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Power (SAE net)370 bhp (276 kW) @ 5,250 rpm (64.9 bhp/liter) — R/T
Torque (SAE net)395 lb.-ft. (536 N•m) @ 4,200 rpm — R/T
Max. Engine Speed5,800 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementUnleaded midgrade, 89 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 — acceptable
Oil Capacity7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Coolant Capacity14.7 quarts (13.9 liters)
Emission ControlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, quad heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(c)
Max. Gross Trailer Weight1,000 lbs. (454 kg)
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)16/25
6.4-liter HEMI V-8 powered by SRT
AvailabilityStandard — R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392
Type and Description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.6)
Valve SystemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves with sodium-filled exhaust valves and hollow stem intake valves, 16 conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller tips
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless; automatic features Fuel Saver mode
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio10.9:1
Power (estimated SAE net)485 bhp (362 kW) @ 6,000 rpm (75.8 bhp/liter)
Torque (estimated SAE net)475 lb.-ft. (644 N•m) @ 4,200 rpm
Max. Engine Speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementPremium 91 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended
Oil Capacity7 quarts (6.6 liters)
Factory Oil Fill0W-40 Pennzoil Ultra synthetic
Coolant Capacity14 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission ControlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, quad-heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a)
Exhaust TypeDual 2.75-in. straight-through exhaust system using twin electronic exhaust valves (EEV) with 4-in. chrome round tips
Max. Gross Trailer WeightNot rated for trailer-tow
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)15/25
6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V-8 supercharged
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SRT Hellcat
Type and Description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement376 cu. in. (6,166 cu. cm)
Bore x Stroke4.09 x 3.58 (103.9 x 90.9)
Valve SystemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves with sodium-filled exhaust valves and hollow stem intake valves, 16 conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller tips
Fuel InjectionSequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, unique aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Power (SAE J2723)707 hp (527 kW) at 6,000 rpm
Torque (SAE J2723)650 lb.-ft. (881 N•m) at 4,800 rpm
Max. Engine Speed6,200 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementPremium 91 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended
Oil Capacity7.5 quarts (7.1 liters)
Factory Oil Fill0W-40 Pennzoil Ultra synthetic
Coolant Capacity14 quarts (13.25 liters)
Emission ControlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters heated wide range upstream and switching downstream O2 sensors and internal engine features.(a)
Exhaust TypeDual 2.75-in. straight-thru exhaust system using twin electronic exhaust valves (EEV) with 4-in. chrome round tips
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)13/22
Assembly PlantSaltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico

(a) Emissions certification: NAS, BIN 4 (ULEV II), 50 states. (b) Meets Federal Tier 2 Bin 5 and ULEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington. (c) Meets Tier 2 Bin 4 emission requirements in all states. (a) Meets Federal Tier 2 Bin 5 emissions requirements; marketed in California as an LEV II (Low Emission Vehicle) under cleanest vehicle rules. (a) Meets Federal Tier 2 Bin 5 and ULEV II requirements in California, Massachusetts, New York, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Oregon and Washington.

Transmission13 specs
8HP45 / 845RE TorqueFlite automatic eight-speed with AutoStick8HP70 TorqueFlite automatic eight-speed with AutoStick8HP90 TorqueFlite automatic eight-speed
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SE (RWD/AWD) and SXT (RWD/AWD)Standard on Charger R/T, R/T Road & Track, R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392Standard on Charger SRT Hellcat
DescriptionAdaptive electronic control, optional Sport mode or paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control. Five clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Off-center line pump with low-viscosity oil for reduced spin loss. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear.Adaptive electronic control with optional Sport mode or paddle-shifted driver-interactive manual control. (SRT: Adaptive electronic control with full manual control via gear selector or paddle shifters – with three SRT-unique selectable modes: Street, Sport and Track)Adaptive electronic control with full manual control via gear selector or paddle shifters, with three SRT-unique selectable modes: Street, Sport and Track (features performance shifting and gear holding feature)
1st4.714.704.71
2nd3.143.133.14
3rd2.102.102.10
4th1.671.671.67
5th1.291.281.29
6th1.001.001.00
7th0.840.840.84
8th0.670.670.67
Reverse3.303.533.30
Final Drive RatioElectronic Limited Slip Differential; Charger SE and SXT (RWD) — 2.62; Charger SE and SXT (AWD) — 3.07Electronic Limited Slip Differential; 2.62 – R/T; 3.07 – R/T Road & Track; 3.09 – R/T Scat Pack, SRT 3922.62 — Asymmetric-limited slip, performance-tuned
Overall Top GearCharger SE and SXT (RWD) — 1.78; Charger SE and SXT (AWD) — 2.051.75 – R/T; 2.05 – R/T Road & Track; 2.07 – R/T Scat Pack, SRT 3921.76
Transfer case4 specs
Availability
Standard — Charger SE and SXT AWD models
Type
Active, fully variable with front-axle disconnect
Center Differential
Planetary
Torque Split, Front/Rear
Fully variable
Electrical system2 specs
Alternator
160-amp — standard on Charger SE; 180-amp — standard on Charger SXT, R/T and R/T Road & Track; 220-amp — standard on Charger R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat
Battery
H7 Case, 730 CCA, maintenance-free
Suspension8 specs
Front
Independent SLA with high upper “A” arm, coil spring over gas-charged monotube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar; Lateral and diagonal lower links with dual ball joint knuckles and sway bar; One piece lower-control arms — standard on Charger AWD models only
Rear
Five-link independent with coil springs, gas-charged monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar and isolated suspension cradle
Touring-tuned Suspension
Standard on Charger SE and SXT (RWD)
AWD Touring-tuned Suspension
Standard on Charger SE and SXT (AWD)
Sport-tuned Suspension
Standard on Charger R/T and optional on SXT
Super Track Pak
Standard on Charger R/T Road & Track; Optional on Charger SXT
Performance-tuned Suspension
Standard on Charger R/T Scat Pack
SRT-Tuned
SRT-tuned three-mode adaptive damping system with ADS Bilstein shock absorbers: Street mode = sporty, compliant ride; Sport mode = firm, improved handling; Track mode = firmest, maximum handling
Steering5 specs
Type
Rack and pinion with electric power assist
Overall Ratio
SE (RWD) — 14.4:1; SE (AWD) — 16.5:1; SXT (RWD) — 14.4:1; SXT (AWD) — 16.5:1; R/T (RWD) — 14.4:1; R/T Road & Track — 14.4:1; R/T Scat Pack — 14.1:1; SRT 392 — 14.1:1; SRT Hellcat — 14.4:1 (hydraulic)
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)
SE (RWD) — 37.7 ft. (11.5 m); SE (AWD) — 38.7 ft. (11.8 m); SXT (RWD) — 37.7 ft. (11.5 m); SXT (AWD) — 38.7 ft. (11.8 m); R/T (RWD) — 37.7 ft. (11.5 m); R/T Road & Track — 37.7 ft. (11.5 m); R/T Scat Pack — 37.5 ft. (11.4 m); SRT 392 — 38 ft. (11.6 m); SRT Hellcat — 38.5 (11.7 m)
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)
SE (RWD) — 2.6; SE (AWD) — 3.1; SXT (RWD) — 2.6; SXT (AWD) — 3.1; R/T (RWD) — 2.6; R/T Road & Track — 2.6; R/T Scat Pack — 2.56; SRT 392 — 2.56; SRT Hellcat — 2.52
Performance Steering Gear
Standard on Charger R/T Road & Track, R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392
Dimensions and capacities12 specs
Wheelbase
SE, SXT and R/T — 120.2 (3,052); R/T Scat Pack — 120.2 (3,052); SRT 392 — 120.4 (3,058); SRT Hellcat — 120.4 (3,058)
Track, Front
SE, SXT and R/T — 63.4 (1,610); R/T Scat Pack — 63.4 (1,610); SRT 392 — 64.0 (1.625); SRT Hellcat — 64.0 (1,625)
Track, Rear
SE, SXT and R/T — 63.8 (1,620); R/T Scat Pack — 63.1 (1,602.7); SRT 392 — 63.7 (1,618); SRT Hellcat — 63.7 (1,618)
Overall Length
SE, SXT and R/T — 198.4 (5,040); R/T Scat Pack — 200.8 (5,100.3); SRT 392 — 200.8 (5,100.3); SRT Hellcat — 200.8 (5,100.3)
Overall Width
75.0 (1,905)
Overall Height
SE, SXT and R/T — 58.5 (1,510) to shark fin antenna tip; SE, SXT and R/T — 58.2 (1,479) to roof sheet metal; R/T Scat Pack — 58.26 (1,480); SRT 392 — 58.26 (1,480); SRT Hellcat — 58.26 (1,480)
Ground Clearance
SE (RWD) — 4.9 (124.1); SE (AWD) — 4.9 (124.2); SXT (RWD) — 4.9 (124.1); SXT (AWD) — 4.9 (124.2); R/T, R/T Road & Track (RWD) — 5.4 (136.6); R/T Scat Pack — 4.57 (116); SRT 392 — 4.57 (116); SRT Hellcat — 4.57 (116)
Frontal Area, sq. ft. (sq. m)
SE, SXT and R/T — 25.8 (2.39); R/T Scat Pack — 26.2 (2.4); SRT 392 — 26.2 (2.4); SRT Hellcat — 26.2 (2.4)
Drag Coefficient (Cd)
SE, SXT and R/T — 0.304; R/T Scat Pack — 0.335; SRT 392 — 0.335; SRT Hellcat — 0.335
Curb Weight, lb. (kg)
SE (RWD) — 3,960 (1,796.2); SE (AWD) — 4,206 (1,907.8); SXT (RWD) — 4,018 (1,822.5); SXT (AWD) — 4,220 (1,914.2); R/T, R/T Road & Track (RWD) — 4,280 (1941.3); R/T Scat Pack — 4,395 (1987.6); SRT 392 — 4,382 (1987.6); SRT Hellcat — 4,570 (2,072.9)
Weight Distribution, percent F/R
SE (RWD) — 52/48; SE (AWD) — 53/47; SXT (RWD) — 52/48; SXT (AWD) — 54/46; R/T, R/T Road & Track (RWD) — 53/47; R/T Scat Pack — 55/45; SRT 392 — 55/45; SRT Hellcat — 56/44
Fuel Tank Capacity, gallons (liters)
18.5 (70.0)

(d) All dimensions measured at curb weight with standard tires.

Accommodations18 specs
seating and front
Seating Capacity, F/R2/3
Headroom38.6 (981); 36.9 (938.4) with sunroof
Legroom41.8 (1,061)
Shoulder room59.5 (1,510)
Hip room56.2 (1,428)
Seat travelDriver — 10.0 (255); Passenger — 8.66 (220)
Recliner angle range, deg.Power — 70.7; Manual — 70
EPA front row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)55.6 (1.573)
rear seat
Headroom36.6 (930.6); 36.6 (930.6) with sunroof
Legroom40.1 (1,019)
Knee clearance3.9 (99)
Shoulder room57.9 (1,472)
Hip room56.1 (1,425)
EPA second row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)49.2 (1.393)
totals
Total Interior Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)104.7 (2.97)
EPA Luggage Compartment Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m)16.5 (0.467)
EPA Interior Volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m)120.8 (3.42)
Trunk Liftover Height30.1 (764.0)
Tires36 specs
P215/65R17 Michelin Energy Saver
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SE (RWD)
Size and typeP215/65R17 BSW All-season touring
Mfr. and modelMichelin Energy Saver
Revs per mile (km)748 (465)
235/55R18 Michelin
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SXT; Optional on Charger SE
Size and type235/55R18 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelMichelin
Revs per mile (km)745 (463)
P235/55R19 Hankook Optimo
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SE AWD
Size and typeP235/55R19 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelHankook Optimo
Revs per mile (km)710 (446)
P235/55R19 Michelin Primacy MXM4
AvailabilityStandard — Charger SXT AWD
Size and typeP235/55R19 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelMichelin Primacy MXM4
Revs per mile (km)719 (447)
P245/45R20 Firestone Firehawk GTV
AvailabilityStandard — Charger R/T (RWD); Optional — Charger SXT
Size and typeP245/45R20 BSW All-season performance
Mfr. and modelFirestone Firehawk GTV
Revs per mile (km)725 (451)
245/45R20 Goodyear Eagle F1
AvailabilityOptional — Charger R/T Scat Pack; Optional — Charger R/T Road & Track
Size and type245/45R20 BSW Three-season high-performance
Mfr. and modelGoodyear Eagle F1
Revs per mile (km)725 (451)
245/45R20 Goodyear RS-A
AvailabilityStandard — Charger R/T Road & Track; Standard — R/T Scat Pack
Size and type245/45R20 BSW All-Season performance
Mfr. and modelGoodyear RS-A
Revs per mile (km)725 (451)
275/40ZR20 Pirelli P Zero Nero All-Season
AvailabilityStandard on SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat
Size and type275/40ZR20 All-Season
Mfr. and modelPirelli P Zero Nero All-Season
Revs per mile (km)721 (448)
275/40ZR20 Pirelli P Zero
AvailabilityOptional on SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat
Size and type275/40ZR20 Three-Season
Mfr. and modelPirelli P Zero
Revs per mile (km)719 (447)
Wheels42 specs
17 x 7.0 Five-spoke design, Satin Silver aluminum
AvailabilityStandard on SE (RWD)
Type and materialFive-spoke design, Satin Silver aluminum
Size17 x 7.0
18 x 7.5 Five-spoke design Satin Carbon aluminum
AvailabilityStandard on Charger SXT (RWD); Optional on Charger SE with Sport Appearance Group
Type and materialFive-spoke design Satin Carbon aluminum
Size18 x 7.5
18 x 7.5 Five-spoke design, polished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
AvailabilityOptional on Charger SXT with Plus Group
Type and materialFive-spoke design, polished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
Size18 x 7.5
19 x 7.5 Five-spoke design, polished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
AvailabilityStandard on Charger SE (AWD) and SXT (AWD)
Type and materialFive-spoke design, polished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
Size19 x 7.5
20 x 8.0 Five-spoke Satin Carbon aluminum
AvailabilityStandard on Charger R/T; Optional on Charger SXT with 20-in. Wheel Sport Appearance Group
Type and materialFive-spoke Satin Carbon aluminum
Size20 x 8.0
20 x 8.0 Hyper Black Aluminum
AvailabilityOptional on Charger SXT with Rallye Group
Type and materialHyper Black Aluminum
Size20 x 8.0
20 x 8.0 Polished aluminum with black pockets
AvailabilityOptional on Charger SXT and R/T with Premium Group; Optional on Charger R/T with Wheels and Tunes Group; Standard on Charger R/T Road & Track
Type and materialPolished aluminum with black pockets
Size20 x 8.0
20 x 8.0 Polished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
AvailabilityOptional on Charger R/T with Plus Group
Type and materialPolished aluminum with Technical Gray pockets
Size20 x 8.0
20 x 8.0 Polished and forged Classic II
AvailabilityOptional on Charger R/T Road & Track
Type and materialPolished and forged Classic II
Size20 x 8.0
20 x 9.0 Polished aluminum with black pockets and satin finish
AvailabilityStandard on R/T Scat Pack
Type and materialPolished aluminum with black pockets and satin finish
Size20 x 9.0
20 x 9.0 Lightweight forged aluminum, Hyper Black II finish
AvailabilityOptional on Charger R/T Scat Pack
Type and materialLightweight forged aluminum, Hyper Black II finish
Size20 x 9.0
20 x 9.5 “Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Hyper Black finish
AvailabilityStandard on SRT 392
Type and material“Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Hyper Black finish
Size20 x 9.5
20 x 9.5 “Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Matte Black finish
AvailabilityStandard on SRT Hellcat
Type and material“Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Matte Black finish
Size20 x 9.5
20 x 9.5 “Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Brass Monkey Finish
AvailabilityOptional on SRT Hellcat
Type and material“Slingshot” split seven spoke, forged aluminum with Brass Monkey Finish
Size20 x 9.5
Brakes17 specs
FrontRear
Touring Brake Package
AvailabilityStandard on Charger SE and SXT (RWD)Standard on Charger SE and SXT (RWD)
Rotor size and type12.6 x 1.1 (320 x 28) vented12.6 x 0.4 (320 x 10) solid
Caliper size and type2.36 (60) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Swept area210 sq. in. (1,358 sq. cm)264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)
Sport Brake Package
AvailabilityStandard on Charger SE AWD, SXT AWD, R/T and R/T Road & TrackStandard on Charger SE AWD, SXT AWD, R/T and R/T Road & Track
Sport Brake Package with Performance Brake LiningsOptional on Charger R/T Road & TrackOptional on Charger R/T Road & Track
Rotor size and type13.6 x 1.26 (345 x 28) vented12.6 x 0.87 (320 x 22) vented
Caliper size and type1.65 (42) dual-piston sliding with aluminum housing1.65 (42) single-piston sliding with aluminum housing
Swept area249 sq. in. (1,606 sq. cm)264 sq. in. (1,703 sq. cm)
Brembo high-performance brake package
AvailabilityStandard on Charger R/T Scat PackStandard on Charger R/T Scat Pack
Rotor size and type14.2 x 1.26 (360 x 32.0) vented and slotted13.8 x 1.10 (350 x 28) vented and slotted
Caliper size and type1.73 (44) Brembo four-piston fixed with aluminum housing1.26 (32) Brembo four-piston fixed with aluminum housing
Swept area351 sq. in. (2,261 sq. cm)316 sq. in. (2,036 sq. cm)
Brembo ultra-high performance brake package
AvailabilityStandard on Charger SRT 392 and SRT HellcatStandard on Charger SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat
Rotor size and type15.4 x 1.34 (390 x 34.0) two-piece aluminum hat, vented and slotted13.8 x 1.10 (350 x 28) vented and slotted
Caliper size and type1.42 (36 mm) Brembo six-piston fixed monoblock aluminum1.26 (32) Brembo four-piston fixed with aluminum housing
Swept area424 sq.in. (2,735 sq. cm.)316 sq. in. (2,036 sq. cm.)

Source: 2016 Dodge Charger and Charger SRT Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2016 Dodge Charger fuel economy (EPA)

The EPA rates the 2016 Dodge Charger at 16–23 MPG combined; the 3.6L 6-cylinder (RWD) is the most efficient and the 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (RWD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.

City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).

VersionEngineTransmission · driveCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Charger3.6L 6-cylinder8-speed automatic · RWD19MPG30MPG23MPG$2,700389
Charger5.7L 8-cylinder8-speed automatic · RWD16MPG25MPG19MPG$3,750466
Charger SRT86.2L 8-cylinder superchargedHellcat engine8-speed automatic · RWD13MPG22MPG16MPG$4,850546
Charger / Charger SRT86.4L 8-cylinder8-speed automatic · RWD15MPG25MPG18MPG$4,300486
Charger3.6L 6-cylinderFFV8-speed automatic · RWD19MPG30MPG23MPG$2,700389
Charger AWD3.6L 6-cylinder8-speed automatic · AWD18MPG27MPG21MPG$2,950415
Charger AWD3.6L 6-cylinderFFV8-speed automatic · AWD18MPG27MPG21MPG$2,950415

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.

2016 Dodge Charger wheels & tires

Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.

FitsTireWheelType
SE (RWD)Standard
P215/65R17Michelin Energy Saver
17 × 7.0 in, aluminum
all-season touring, black sidewall
SXTStandard
235/55R18Michelin
18 × 7.5 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
SEOptional
235/55R18Michelin
18 × 7.5 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
SE AWDStandard
P235/55R19Hankook Optimo
19 × 7.5 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
SXT AWDStandard
P235/55R19Michelin Primacy MXM4
19 × 7.5 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
R/T (RWD)Standard
P245/45R20Firestone Firehawk GTV
20 × 8.0 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
SXTOptional
P245/45R20Firestone Firehawk GTV
20 × 8.0 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
R/T Scat PackOptional
245/45R20Goodyear Eagle F1
20 × 9.0 in, aluminum
three-season high-performance, black sidewall
R/T Road & TrackOptional
245/45R20Goodyear Eagle F1
20 × 8.0 in
three-season high-performance, black sidewall
R/T Road & TrackStandard
245/45R20Goodyear RS-A
20 × 8.0 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
R/T Scat PackStandard
245/45R20Goodyear RS-A
20 × 9.0 in, aluminum
all-season performance, black sidewall
SRT 392 and SRT HellcatStandard
275/40ZR20Pirelli P Zero Nero All-Season
20 × 9.5 in, forged aluminum
all-season
SRT 392 and SRT HellcatOptional
275/40ZR20Pirelli P Zero
20 × 9.5 in, forged aluminum
three-season
Cold tire pressure
Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
Spare
Depending on equipment the car has a compact spare, a collapsible spare, a limited-use spare or a tire service kit instead of a spare.
Lug nut torque
130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
Pressure monitor
A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.

Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2016 Dodge Charger and Charger SRT Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.

2016 Dodge Charger maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

Schedule

A dot means the service is due at that mileage.

  • Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
  • Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance
Service6k12k18k24k30k36k42k48k54k60k66k72k78k84k90k96k102k108k114k120k126k132k138k144k150k
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road conditionsInspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary
Inspect the CV joints
Inspect the exhaust system
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes
Change the rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing
Inspect the rear axle fluid
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals, for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary
Replace the engine air cleaner filter
Replace the air conditioning filter
Inspect and replace the PCV Valve if necessary
Replace the spark plugs – 6.2L Supercharged Engine **
Replace the spark plugs – 6.4L engine **
Flush and replace the engine coolant/intercooler at 120 months if not done at 150,000 miles (240,000 km)

Oil change interval limit

  • Oil change intervals must never exceed 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or six months, whichever comes first
  • The oil change indicator does not track time: change the oil if six months have passed, even without the message
  • Change oil more often with extended off-road or track use
  • ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply

At each stop for fuel

  • Check the engine oil level
  • Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required

Once a month

  • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage
  • Inspect the battery, and clean and tighten the terminals as required
  • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power steering (6.2L Only), and add as needed
  • Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation

At each oil change

  • Change the engine oil filter
  • Inspect the brake hoses and lines

Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.

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2016 Dodge Charger fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Model version

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toCapacity
3.6L engine
Fuel tank (approximate)18.5 gal69.9 L
Engine oil with filter6 qt5.6 L
Cooling system10 qt9.5 L
5.7L engine
Fuel tank (approximate)18.5 gal69.9 L
Engine oil with filter7 qt6.6 L
Cooling systemWithout Severe Duty II cooling system14.5 qt13.9 L
With Severe Duty II cooling system15 qt14.3 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
3.6L engine
Engine coolant
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formulaMS.90032
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil
SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395
Mopar, Pennzoil or Shell Helix SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Engine oil filter
—
Mopar engine oil filter
Spark plugs
—
Mopar spark plugs
5.7L engine
Engine coolant
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant, 10 year/150,000 mile formulaMS.90032
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil
SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395
Mopar, Pennzoil or Shell Helix SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Engine oil filter
—
Mopar engine oil filter
Spark plugs
—
Mopar spark plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Automatic transmission8-speed automatic
ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent
Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Brake master cylinder
DOT 3, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 is unavailable)
Mopar DOT 3 brake fluid
Front axleAll-wheel drive models
SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W90
Rear axle
SAE 75W-85 synthetic OD gear lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar OD Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W85
Transfer caseAll-wheel drive models
Transfer case lubricant for BorgWarner 44-40
Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant for BorgWarner 44-40

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded
Up to 15% (E15)
3.6L flex fuel (E85) engine
87 octane Regular unleaded
Up to 85% (E85); E85 capable
5.7L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy)
Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorque
Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket130 ft‑lb (176 N·m)
  • Cooling system capacities include the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Gasoline with methanol or more than 15% ethanol (E15) is not approved in non-flex-fuel vehicles.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Use only dealer-recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean off dirt or oil before tightening.
  • Recheck lug torque after 25 miles (40 km).

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2016 Dodge Charger recalls & safety

What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2016 Dodge Charger: 6 recall campaigns, 182 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
Dodge Charger 4 Dr RWD
10.1% risk
Dodge Charger 4 Dr AWD
10.1% risk

Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Recalls (6)

Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)July 12, 2018 · Campaign 18E053000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.

Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.

Campaign 18E053000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system: wiringMay 17, 2018 · Campaign 18V332000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train: driveline: driveshaftMay 1, 2018 · Campaign 18V281000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

Risk: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

Campaign 18V281000 on NHTSA.gov
EquipmentDecember 21, 2017 · Campaign 17V824000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.

Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on…

Campaign 17V824000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaftFebruary 14, 2017 · Campaign 17V097000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

Campaign 17V097000 on NHTSA.gov
StructureJanuary 28, 2016 · Campaign 16V043000

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.

Risk: A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.

Campaign 16V043000 on NHTSA.gov

Owner complaints by component

Complaints
182
Crashes
7
Fires
2
Injuries
15
  • Structure53
  • Unknown or other32
  • Electrical system25
  • Engine25
  • Fuel/propulsion system25
  • Power train25
  • Steering17
  • Air bags9

Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.

Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Charger, Charger SRT. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

2016 Dodge Charger owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2016 model year.

On Mopar.com

Charger SRT

Every version

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

Read for lake-effect country

Reading the 2016 Charger data for Great Lakes roads

Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2016 Charger figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in Ohio.

Pothole season and the factory tire sizes

Smallest factory tire: P215/65R17. Freeze-thaw cycles break up asphalt across the Great Lakes states, and one jolt can knock the alignment out without leaving a mark on the wheel. If the steering wheel sits off-center or the Charger wanders after a pothole, get the alignment checked before the tire edges wear. A winter set on 17-inch wheels also keeps salt off the originals.

The oil grade on a January morning

The 2016 Dodge Charger fluids table lists SAE 5W-20 (3.6L and 5.7L) and SAE 0W-40 (6.2L supercharged and 6.4L), with 6 qt (3.6L), 7 qt (5.7L), 6 qt (6.2L supercharged) and 7 qt (6.4L) per change. Lake-effect winters are full of short, cold trips: to work, to school, to the store and home again before the engine reaches temperature. That pattern is tough on oil, so let the oil-change indicator set the interval and never stretch it.

Cranking power for a lake-effect morning

Rated battery output: 730 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 160- to 220-amp alternator.

Traction for snowbelt hills and hollows

This model year offers rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. In Ohio, the payoff comes in the first hour of a storm, before plows reach side streets, and on boat ramps slick with algae where a two-wheel-drive tow vehicle can spin. Keep the system's limits in mind on ice: driven wheels add grip for going, not for stopping or turning.

Cold mornings and the tire-pressure light

Air pressure falls about 1 psi with each 10°F drop, so the swing from a gray, mild lake-effect afternoon to a clear, frigid morning can trip the warning light overnight. Set pressures cold, to the door-jamb placard. An underinflated tire is also easier to damage in a pothole, because the rim sits closer to the edge it hits. The schedule asks you to check pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.

Filters for dust and pollen

The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.

Fuel grade and winter reserve

Fuel requirement: 87 and 91 octane (89 recommended). In winter, keeping the tank above half is a sensible habit across the Great Lakes states, because lake-effect pileups and mountain snow on I-64 or I-77 can leave traffic stopped for hours, and fuel is your heat.

Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.

2016 Dodge Charger questions

How much oil does the 2016 Dodge Charger take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2016 Dodge Charger use?

3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395) and 5.7L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2016 Dodge Charger?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot seals, and replace if necessary; inspect the rear axle fluid. inspect the front axle fluid (all wheel drive only); inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust park brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes; replace cabin/air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2016 Dodge Charger owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

What MPG does the 2016 Dodge Charger get?

The EPA rates the 2016 Dodge Charger at 16–23 MPG combined, depending on the version. 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 19 city / 30 highway / 23 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined; 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 13 city / 22 highway / 16 combined; 6.4L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 15 city / 25 highway / 18 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, AWD: 18 city / 27 highway / 21 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.

What size tires does the 2016 Dodge Charger use?

Factory tire sizes: P215/65R17 (SE (RWD)); 235/55R18 (SXT, SE); P235/55R19 (SE AWD, SXT AWD); P245/45R20 (R/T (RWD), SXT); 245/45R20 (R/T Scat Pack, R/T Road & Track); and 1 more. The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard (driver's side B-pillar or rear edge of the driver's door), not in a single table.

What changed on the 2016 Dodge Charger?

New option packages: Super Track Pak and Blacktop Appearance Group; Power adjustable, heated, manual foldaway with memory is now standard on SRT 392; Rear Cross Path detection is now standard on SRT 392; Paint: new Plum Crazy, TorRed Clear Coat, B5 Blue Pearl Coat and Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat; dropped B5 Blue Pearl Coat, TorRed Clear Coat and Phantom Black Tri-Coat Pearl.

Does the 2016 Dodge Charger have recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Charger. The most recent: Power train: automatic transmission (July 2018), Electrical system: wiring (May 2018), and Power train: driveline (May 2018). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.

What are the most common safety complaints about the 2016 Dodge Charger?

Owners have filed 182 complaints about the 2016 Dodge Charger with NHTSA. The components named most often are structure (53), unknown or other (32), and electrical system (25). 7 complaints involved a crash and 2 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.

What is the 2016 Dodge Charger's NHTSA crash-test rating?

NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2016 Dodge Charger is 5 out of 5 stars (Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD: 5 and Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD: 5). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.