Chevrolet Camaro SS vs. Dodge Challenger R/T
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Camaro SS and Dodge Challenger R/T contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chevrolet Camaro SS and the Dodge Challenger R/T.
When comparing the Chevrolet Camaro SS's and the Dodge Challenger R/T's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Camaro SS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Dodge Challenger R/T 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 interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Camaro SS's and the Dodge Challenger R/T's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Camaro SS is a better car than the Dodge Challenger R/T.
Pricing: A used 2024 Chevrolet Camaro SS ranges from $45,109 to $61,876 while a used 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T is priced between $32,172 to $46,891. For a new model, the Chevrolet Camaro SS's price is between $46,778 and $62,899, with the Dodge Challenger R/T priced between $35,589 and $53,685.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Camaro SS loses 25 percent of its value and the Dodge Challenger R/T loses 32 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Camaro SS retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Challenger R/T.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Camaro is 8.5 out of 10 while the Dodge Challenger's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Camaro being ranked 2 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Dodge Challenger being ranked 6 out of 15.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Camaro is 8.0 out of 10. For the Dodge Challenger the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Camaro a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Dodge Challenger.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Camaro SS’s base engine makes 455 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger R/T base engine makes 375 horsepower. The SS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The R/T is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Camaro SS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Dodge Challenger R/T. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are sports cars, the Dodge Challenger R/T has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Camaro SS has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Camaro SS and the Dodge Challenger R/T have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$46,778 - $62,899
Starting MSRP:
$42,300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$34,022
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$28,985 - $42,970
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$35,589 - $53,685
Starting MSRP:
$40,805
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$31,409
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$26,400 - $40,990
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$53,837
Price Range:
$45,109 - $61,876
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$50,979
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$35,475 - $58,789
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
38
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
4,201
# Good or Great Deals:
14
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$38,442
Price Range:
$32,172 - $46,891
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$39,153
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$30,557 - $51,388
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
621
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
4,204
# Good or Great Deals:
52
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$10,787
Depreciation %:
25.5%
Resale Value $:
$31,513
Residual Value %:
74.5%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Sports Cars)
29.8%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Sports Cars)
23.9% - 44.3%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$13,692
Depreciation %:
33.6%
Resale Value $:
$27,113
Residual Value %:
66.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Sports Cars)
33.6%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Sports Cars)
33.6% - 33.6%
Chevrolet Camaro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Camaro SS
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
8.9 - 15.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Challenger R/T
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.6
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
11
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
7.9 - 14.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.6 - 6.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.3 - 5.1
Chevrolet Camaro Rankings
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4 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 15Dodge Challenger Rankings
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2 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
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8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Chevrolet Camaro Trim Levels
LT, LT1, ZL1
Other Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
GT, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SRT Super Stock, SXT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
455 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
455 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5150 rpm
Torque:
410 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.090 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 426 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 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:
3685 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
53.1 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4157 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:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45ZR20
