BMW M5 vs. Dodge Challenger
When comparing the BMW M5 to the Dodge Challenger, the BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M5 versus the Dodge Challenger, the Dodge Challenger is a better car than the BMW M5.
BMW M5 versus Dodge Challenger Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used BMW M5 ranges from $70,997 to $94,735 while a used Dodge Challenger from the same model year range is priced between $23,994 to $73,659. For a new model, the BMW M5's price is between $114,449 and $137,560, with the Dodge Challenger priced between $31,622 and $82,899.
BMW M5 versus Dodge Challenger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M5 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Dodge Challenger's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the BMW M5 being ranked 11 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Dodge Challenger being ranked 3 out of 14 Best Sports Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M5’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger base engine makes 303 horsepower. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The M5 uses premium unleaded, and the Challenger uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW M5, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Dodge Challenger, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$114,449 - $137,560
Used Asking Price:
$70,997 - $94,735
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,622 - $82,899
Used Asking Price:
$23,994 - $73,659
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
24.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
9 out of / 14Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base
Trim Levels
SXT, R/T, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Widebody, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack Widebody, GT, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody, SRT Super Stock
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
196.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3841 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
235/55R18
