{"id":2418,"date":"2022-03-22T02:02:14","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T02:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotivefly.com\/?p=2418"},"modified":"2022-06-27T18:57:58","modified_gmt":"2022-06-27T18:57:58","slug":"dodge-drops-manual-hellcat-no-return-sight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotivefly.com\/index.php\/2022\/03\/22\/dodge-drops-manual-hellcat-no-return-sight\/","title":{"rendered":"Dodge Drops the Manual Hellcat with No Return in Sight"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>Shh! Dodge doesn\u2019t offer a manual transmission for the Hellcat models any longer. It\u2019s a secret, but it\u2019s one that\u2019s not kept well.<\/strong><\/em><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>While there wasn\u2019t any official announcement of the loss of the six-speed manual transmission from the Hellcat lineup, it happened. In November, Dodge updated the configurator for the 2022 Dodge Challenger to include a ton of other features, but not the manual transmission. What could possibly cause this incredible muscle car to forgo such an important part of the driving experience? Let\u2019s see if we can figure this one out.<\/p>\n<h2>Is the Hellcat Engine Too Powerful for a Manual Transmission?<\/h2>\n<p>The first versions of the Hellcat engine topped out at 707 horsepower. Today, we see variations of this engine that reach insane levels of power, which hit more than 800 ponies. Is it possible this much power is too much for the manual transmission Dodge uses in the Challenger? The other V8 models can still be ordered with this transmission, but not the trio of Hellcat models. This can be the only explanation for the loss of this item. The driving experience isn\u2019t the same without a stick shift to move about when <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/automotivefly.com\/index.php\/2020\/03\/05\/2020-dodge-the-boldness-of-the-dodge-challenger\/\">on the road or track<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Will a New Version Arrive?<\/h2>\n<p>We don\u2019t have an answer to this question yet. Dodge tells us a new version with proper calibration for the power from the Hellcat engines is in the works, but no date is set. We certainly hope there will be a new manual transmission offered for the Hellcat models, but it could be some time before we see it. Even Dodge needs to focus on making electric vehicles, and that is taking much of the R&amp;D budget and time these days for nearly every automaker.<\/p>\n<h2>What Do the Three Hellcat Versions Offer?<\/h2>\n<p>Of course, when you ask what a muscle car has, the first thing you hear is how much power it provides. There are three models of the Challenger that use the Hellcat engine to give you the power you desire. These models all use a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The power levels are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>SRT Super Stock \u2013 807 horsepower, 707 lb.-ft. of torque<\/ul>\n<ul>SRT Hellcat Redeye \u2013 797 horsepower, 707 lb.-ft. of torque<\/ul>\n<ul>SRT Hellcat \u2013 717 horsepower, 656 lb.-ft. of torque<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, there are several varieties of this car offered to you.<\/p>\n<h2>If you\u2019re Hellbent on a Manual Challenger\u2026<\/h2>\n<p>When you must have a Dodge Challenger with a manual transmission, but you know you can\u2019t have a Hellcat, there are two alternatives for you. The R\/T version gives you a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine that produces 375 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque for the drive. If this isn\u2019t enough power, you\u2019ll find the R\/T <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/features\/what-is-dodge-scat-pack-how-much\/\">Scat Pack<\/a><\/strong> a better option. This model features a 6.4-liter Hemi V8 engine pumping out 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque. Both of these versions of the Challenger use a six-speed manual transmission, giving you the shifting you want when you drive.<\/p>\n<h2>Would You Like Your Challenger to Include AWD?<\/h2>\n<p>Currently, there is only one way to have AWD in a Dodge Challenger. You must give up the V8 fantasies you enjoy and drive a version of this car powered by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine. This gives you 303 horsepower and 268 lb.-ft. of torque, which means it\u2019s no slouch on the road. You\u2019ll also need to realize you have to live with the eight-speed automatic transmission and have the packaging that comes at the SXT and GT trim levels.<\/p>\n<h2>What Features Does the Challenger Offer?<\/h2>\n<h3>Standard Items<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022 18-inch alloy wheels<br \/>\n\u2022 Sport-tuned suspension<br \/>\n\u2022 Keyless entry<br \/>\n\u2022 Push-button starting<br \/>\n\u2022 Dual-zone automatic climate controls<br \/>\n\u2022 Cloth upholstery<br \/>\n\u2022 Power driver\u2019s seat<br \/>\n\u2022 Leather-wrapped steering wheel<br \/>\n\u2022 Self-dimming rearview mirror<br \/>\n\u2022 7-inch infotainment screen<br \/>\n\u2022 Apple CarPlay<br \/>\n\u2022 Android Auto<br \/>\n\u2022 Voice control<br \/>\n\u2022 Bluetooth<br \/>\n\u2022 Two USB ports<br \/>\n\u2022 6-speaker audio system<\/p>\n<h3>Optional Features<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022 AWD<br \/>\n\u2022 Driver Aids<br \/>\n\u2022 Brembo brakes<br \/>\n\u2022 Limited-slip differential<br \/>\n\u2022 Active exhaust system<br \/>\n\u2022 Launch control<br \/>\n\u2022 Widebody package<br \/>\n\u2022 Larger alloy wheels<br \/>\n\u2022 Configurable driver modes<br \/>\n\u2022 Heated front seats<br \/>\n\u2022 Heated steering wheel<br \/>\n\u2022 8.4-inch infotainment screen<br \/>\n\u2022 Satellite radio<br \/>\n\u2022 276-watt Alpine audio system<br \/>\n\u2022 Adaptive suspension<br \/>\n\u2022 Bilstein shocks<br \/>\n\u2022 Flat-bottom steering wheel<br \/>\n\u2022 Nappa leather<br \/>\n\u2022 18-speaker\/900-watt Harman\/Kardon audio system<br \/>\n\u2022 Performance suspension<br \/>\n\u2022 Rear seat delete<\/p>\n<h2>Optional Items for the Challenger<\/h2>\n<p>The Driver Confidence Group brings you blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, a remote engine starter, and rear parking sensors.<\/p>\n<p>The Technology Group gives you rain-sensing wipers, automatic high beams, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the power you choose and the items you want, your Challenger is configured in a variety of ways to give you an amazing drive wherever you go. Of course, the Dodge Hellcat models are meant mostly for a time at the track, but that doesn\u2019t stop you from taking your car out on the road when you want.<\/p>\n<h2>How Much Does the Challenger Cost?<\/h2>\n<p>The Dodge Challenger is one of the most affordable cars in the market. This is certainly true if you compare the price with the horsepower offered. The SXT model gets you started for $30,075, while the top model, the SRT Super Stock, asks you to spend $84,080. That\u2019s a huge price jump from one to the other. To offer a little perspective, the Challenger R\/T with the 5.7-liter Hemi V8 costs $37,625, making it a relatively affordable muscle car with a strong engine for you to enjoy and admire.<\/p>\n<h2>Are You Going to Drive the Challenger?<\/h2>\n<p>Even though the Dodge Hellcat models of the Challenger cannot be had with a manual transmission, this is still an incredibly fun car to drive. You get the old-school muscle car style coupled with the amazing color names that only Dodge is creative enough to offer. You\u2019ll have more power per dollar than any other car on the planet. So what if you can\u2019t row your gears or have a third pedal; maybe now you can rip off some faster laps or beat your neighbor during a drag race when you both take your cars to the local track.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l7ytb6cSmxo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shh! 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