A very hot topic and popular question is what changes 2011 will bring to the Dodge Challenger. For the most part, the styling of the car will be the same, except for a few cosmetic changes:
New front fascia (lower grille area is flipped upside down)
new door handles
Dual rear exhaust (all models)
Redesigned front air dam (SRT)
Dodge will offer the Challenger in the same three existing trim levels that are available today (SE, RT, SRT). The new SE Challengers will come equipped with the Pentastar V6 engine that will make 300 horsepower and 290 pound-feet of torque (existing SE Challengers have 250 hp and 250 TQ). SRT8 Challengers will get the new 6.4L (392 cu in) V8 that will put out an estimated 480 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. Estimated MPG for the SRT8 is 13 city and 24 highway. The SRT8 will have a choice of either the TREMEC 6-speed transmission or the W5A580 5-speed automatic with AutoStick and MDS.
Some of the colors rumored to be available:
shiny black
blackberry pearl
Cash Ticket
Bright white
dark carbon pearl
Pearl Tango Handle
red line 3 pearl
green of envy
Hell Red Crystal Pearl Coat
On the 2011 Challenger with SE or RT trim, the steering will be electric instead of the usual hydraulic steering (SRT keeps it). According to allpar, electric power steering reduces the number of moving parts, eliminates fuel leaks and allows for easier integration of hybrid and stop/start systems.
Other interior changes:
New steering wheel similar to the steering wheel on the 2011 Charger
Illuminated trunk release button
Driver’s seat quick release for rear seat access.