2018 Dodge Charger

US · Large Cars

The 2018 Dodge Charger is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder, 3.6L 6-cylinder (FFV), 5.7L 8-cylinder, 6.4L 8-cylinder, 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (Hellcat engine)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

GASOLINE

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder, 3.6L 6-cylinder (FFV), 5.7L 8-cylinder, 6.4L 8-cylinder, 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (Hellcat engine)
Displacement	3.6 L to 6.4 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Aspiration	Supercharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	8
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

8 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 12, 2026.

24V198000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this…
Reported March 14, 2024. View on NHTSA
20V512000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Reported August 27, 2020. View on NHTSA
18V524000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control…
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is…
Reported August 9, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V332000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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…
Remedy: 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…
Reported May 17, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V280000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Reported May 1, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V281000: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported May 1, 2018. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 12, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

2017 Dodge Charger
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder, 5.7L 8-cylinder, 6.4L 8-cylinder, 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (Hellcat engine), 3.6L 6-cylinder (FFV) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
2019 Dodge Charger
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder, 3.6L 6-cylinder (FFV), 5.7L 8-cylinder, 6.4L 8-cylinder, 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (Hellcat engine) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2018 Dodge Charger have?

Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder, 3.6L 6-cylinder (FFV), 5.7L 8-cylinder, 6.4L 8-cylinder, 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (Hellcat engine). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Dodge Charger?

Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2018 Dodge Charger front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2018 Dodge Charger?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 12, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.