2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T

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2006 Dodge Charger


Dodge celebrates Charger's return to NASCAR Nextel Cup racing at Daytona International Speedway with new Dodge Charger Daytona R/T
Dodge to boost HEMI® to 350 horsepower for Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model introduction
"Go ManGo!" and "Top Banana" classic paint schemes to appear on limited-production Dodge Charger Daytona R/T
After a 27-year hiatus, Dodge Charger returns to the Daytona International Speedway and Daytona Speedweeks this week with the introduction of a new limited-production 2006 Charger Daytona R/T model amidst the sounds of the track, cheers of the fans and the roar of the legendary HEMI® engine.

"The legendary Dodge Charger nameplate returns on a modern, high-performance, rear-wheel-drive vehicle that combines bold design with four-door functionality," said Darryl Jackson, Vice President—Dodge Marketing, Chrysler Group. "To celebrate Dodge Charger's return to NASCAR, we’re introducing a limited-production Daytona R/T model that offers a little slice of history with all the performance and handling characteristics to satisfy modern muscle car enthusiasts."



Legendary Colors for Legendary Car

Daytona race fans yelling "Go man, go!" will not only be cheering on the new Dodge Charger in its return to NASCAR Nextel Cup racing, but also will be describing the paint scheme on the first-available, limited-production 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model. Go ManGo!, a high-impact paint name initially used for the 1970 Dodge Charger, returns in an updated metallic orange paint on the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T.

Following the limited-production run of Dodge Charger Daytona R/T in Go ManGo! will be a Dodge Charger Daytona R/T offered in Top Banana, another high-impact heritage paint name. The Top Banana Dodge Charger Daytona R/T will peel off the line in limited numbers later in 2005.



In addition to the special exterior paint colors, the 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model will be distinguishable by an exclusive front fascia with a chin spoiler and black honeycomb grille, unique black "Daytona" and "HEMI" decals, signature heritage R/T badging and a black rear decklid spoiler. The Daytona model also will include large, bright, dual-exhaust tips and 18-inch polished wheels with low-gloss, jet-black painted pockets. The powerful HEMI engine will feature a HEMI-orange engine cover.



The interior of the 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T will feature performance front seats with suede inserts and embroidered "Daytona" logos on the front headrests. Body-color accent stitching will appear on the front and rear seats and on the leather-wrapped steering wheel. Matching body-colored center stack bezel, a "Daytona Limited Edition" display on the electronic cluster and a sequentially numbered limited-edition Daytona badge on the instrument panel will complete the unique Dodge Charger Daytona R/T interior.



The Dodge Charger Daytona R/T comes equipped with standard world-class ride and handling features, including Electronic Stability Program (ESP), All-speed Traction Control and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). The Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model also will feature dual-zone automatic temperature controls, heated power front seats and power-adjustable pedals.

The 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T in Go ManGo! paint will be on display at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show during press days, beginning Feb. 9. Dodge Charger Daytona R/T models in Go ManGo! and Top Banana paint will be featured in the Daytona Speedway Dodge City display, Feb. 16–20.

Dodge to Boost 5.7-liter HEMI to 350 Horsepower

Just in time for the Dodge Charger Daytona R/T launch, Chrysler Group engineers have muscled out even more horsepower from the legendary HEMI engine. The 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T will feature a five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick® and a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine that offers an estimated 350 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque -- ten more horses than the previous 5.7-liter HEMI -- for even more power in this modern rear-wheel-drive muscle car.

Chrysler Group engineers developed uniquely tuned intake and exhaust systems to unleash some of the HEMI engine's untapped power for the Dodge Charger Daytona R/T. By using a less restrictive intake system and moving to a straight-through muffler from a three-pass muffler, the newly tuned 5.7-liter HEMI gets a 10-horsepower boost and a throaty, high-performance tone to match.

The HEMI engine's Multi-displacement System (MDS) provides up to 20 percent improved fuel economy, giving Dodge Charger customers the legendary HEMI power they want with fuel economy they will appreciate.

A high-performance suspension package that includes special suspension tuning, 18-inch all-season P235/55 R18 performance tires, performance-tuned 9-land steering gear and Nivomat™ self-leveling rear shock absorbers will be standard on the Charger Daytona R/T model.



2006 Dodge Charger Production

Production of the 2006 Dodge Charger SE, SXT and R/T models begins this spring at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, with vehicles available in North American markets early this summer. The Dodge Charger will join the Dodge Magnum and Chrysler 300 vehicles built there.

Limited production of the 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model in modern Go ManGo! paint will begin early this summer with vehicles available in North American markets soon after. The Dodge Charger Daytona R/T model in Top Banana paint will be available after the limited production of Go ManGo! is complete.

Dodge Charger Returns to NASCAR Racing at Daytona International Speedway

Joining the celebration of the Dodge Charger’s return to NASCAR racing at this year’s Daytona International Speedway will be two Dodge Charger NASCAR Nextel Cup race cars painted in the same special colors of Go ManGo! and Top Banana.

On Friday, Feb. 11, the Evernham Motorsports team will unveil the new Bud Shootout paint schemes on Dodge Charger race cars at the Daytona International Speedway, alongside the 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T production vehicles.

The original Dodge Charger race car debuted during the 1966 Speedweeks at Daytona. In its 11 years of racing, the Charger won 124 NASCAR Cup races and took three drivers to five championships. Richard Petty won three of his seven titles behind the wheel of a Dodge Charger and was behind the wheel of Charger’s last victory at Daytona in the 1977 Firecracker 400.

In 1970, a Dodge Charger Daytona made history at Talladega Speedway when Buddy Baker became the first driver to be clocked at more than 200 mph for a lap on a closed course.

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Interior Pic

[lucky13rme]

I like it. The exterior elements make the car look better imho.

[bigbenSC]

I guess its alright, I don't like the black paint on the hood. This should still be a 2 door car. 350 HP is good, I wonder what they'll call the model with the big Hemi, I thought Daytona R/T would have been good there.

[onesexyga]

I can see it now. The same things going to happen to these cars as the old ones. They will be rare, and no one will drive them. Its a shame.

[jake3217]

It's getting there..

[ZakkWylde470]

Now that is what I'm takin' about!

[Love my GT]

I think it looks like a new Mustang if they came with 4 doors.

[White00GAGT]

I think it looks like a de-wagonized magnum at least the general shape and lines, the R/T may be rare but it looks like they're replacing the stratus with this so i expect to see a ass load of them. personally i don't like dodge now mainly cause they started to throw hemis in tons of cars just to make them sell, i mean a hemi is good but i'm tired of hearing "It's got a Hemi" yeah used to be special.........

[99GApunk]

im with white00gagt, looks like a magnum or a 4 door mustang like love my gt said.

it doesnt look bad... but im not a fan either

[bigbenSC]

Originally Posted by White00GAGT

I think it looks like a de-wagonized magnum at least the general shape and lines, the R/T may be rare but it looks like they're replacing the stratus with this so i expect to see a ass load of them. personally i don't like dodge now mainly cause they started to throw hemis in tons of cars just to make them sell, i mean a hemi is good but i'm tired of hearing "It's got a Hemi" yeah used to be special.........

This is not replacing the Stratus, the new FWD Chrysler sedans (Stratus/Sebring) are supposed to be out in 2006 or 2007, but I haven't heard much about them. As to what will happen to the coupe versions which were Eclipise clones, I don't know if they will be replaced or not.

[Sprucegagt]

Originally Posted by White00GAGT

personally i don't like dodge now mainly cause they started to throw hemis in tons of cars just to make them sell, i mean a hemi is good but i'm tired of hearing "It's got a Hemi" yeah used to be special.........

Rant

Why do people say this?

Chrysler put the original HEMI in almost all of its full size cars (Charger, Challenger, Road Runner, GTX, Barracuda, Belvedere, Satellite). That's seven models alone. Now they bring it back in only three cars (Magnum, 300C, Charger), one truck (Full Size Ram) and two SUV's (Grand Cherokee, Durango) and your saying its used to much. Looks to me it was used just as much back then as now.

End Rant.

Now the new Charger R/T looks okay to me. But, A two door version would look killer.

[bigbenSC]

When you've got a good engine why not use it in every car?

[onesexyga]

The name is just thrown around way too much. I had someone say they had a Dodge Hemi. I was like, okay, but what is it? From what i deduced it was a Ram, but they insisted it wasnt.

[crazypontiac03]

Looks ok. I saw and Sat in one when i went to the auto show nothing jumped out at me thou.

[SpyhunteR]

needs to have a 2door as well.

[kse73]

It needs to be 0 doors before I buy it. Climbing through the sunroof will be the only way in.


Oh yea... it needs a sunroof too.

[GrahamKracka]

i like the rear.....but i still hate the front....fugly

[mightypan42]

It's not bad, but I won't buy one.

[zootelevision]

4-door Charger? What the heck is up with that? 4-door Charger=stupidity