The 2009 Dodge Charger was offered with several engines depending on trim: a 3.5-liter V6 for base models, a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 for RT, and a 6.1-liter Hemi V8 for the SRT8. There isn't a single engine across all variants.
Engine options by trim
The following are the primary engine choices you could find on the 2009 Charger, depending on trim and market.
- 3.5-liter V6 (SE/SXT): roughly 250 horsepower and around 250 lb-ft of torque.
- 5.7-liter Hemi V8 (RT): roughly 370 horsepower and about 400 lb-ft of torque.
- 6.1-liter Hemi V8 (SRT8): roughly 425 horsepower and around 420 lb-ft of torque.
Notes: Availability varied by region and option packages; the high-performance 6.1L Hemi was unique to the SRT8, while all engines were typically paired with automatic transmissions in most markets.
Performance snapshot by engine
3.5-liter V6
Performance: about 250 hp with modest acceleration relative to the V8 options, suitable for everyday driving.
5.7-liter Hemi V8
Performance: about 370 hp, delivering noticeably quicker acceleration and stronger torque than the V6.
6.1-liter Hemi V8
Performance: about 425 hp, the top-tier option in the lineup for rapid straight-line speed and high-performance handling.
Summary
In short, the 2009 Dodge Charger offered three main engines: a 3.5L V6, a 5.7L Hemi V8, and a 6.1L Hemi V8. The exact engine depended on the trim level (SE/SXT, RT, or SRT8) and market, with the SRT8 representing the peak performance variant.