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A matching body-coloured centre stack bezel, plus a "Daytona Limited edition" display on the electronic cluster, join a

Production of all 2006 Dodge Charger models starts this spring at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario. (Photo: DaimlerChrysler Canada)
sequentially numbered limited-edition Daytona badge on the instrument panel to complete the unique Daytona R/T interior.

Production of all 2006 Dodge Charger models, which include the SE, SXT and now the R/T models, starts this spring at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, with cars becoming available throughout North America by early summer.

An SRT-8 model, featuring the automaker's 425-horsepower 6.1-litre HEMI V8, is expected sometime thereafter, but nothing has been officially announced.

Preliminary Specifications:

  • Price Range (estimated MSRP): $36,000 - $40,000
  • Body Type: 4-door sedan
  • Layout: front engine, RWD (optional AWD)
  • Engine: 350 hp, 390 lb-ft of torque, 5.7-L, 16-valve HEMI V8
  • Transmission: 5-speed auto with manual mode
  • Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS with EBD
  • Curb Weight (estimated): 1,828 (4,031 lbs)
  • Seating Capacity: 5
  • Cargo Capacity (trunk): 460 L (16.2 cu ft)
  • Fuel Economy (city/hwy): N/A
  • Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
  • Direct Competitors: Acura TL/RL, Audi A4/A6, Buick Allure, BMW 3-Series/5-Series, Chevrolet Impala, Chrysler 300C, Honda Accord, Infiniti G35/I35/M45, Lincoln LS, Mazda 6, Mercedes-Benz C-Class/E-Class, Mitsubishi Galant, Nissan Maxima, Oldsmobile Aurora, Pontiac Bonneville, Toyota Camry/Avalon, Volkswagen Passat W8, Volvo S60/S80
  • Web Site: www.dodge.ca

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Khatir Soltani
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