The Dodge Challenger SRT8 is back again this year! This time it’s getting even more advanced technologies to go with that monstrous 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine. It’s easy to forget about all of the features of the rear-wheel drive muscle car when you have 470 HP and 470 lb-ft of torque coursing through your ride, but Chrysler is revamping the SRT8 392 so that customers will still get 23 mpg, along with a revised suspension system and shift controls from the Charger SRT8.

The 2012 Challenger SRT8 392 also welcomes a new, exclusive SRT heated steering wheel with mounted paddle shifters and a new 18-speaker Harman Kardon audio system with innovative GreenEdge technology.

Exterior

As with any other Challenger model, the 2012 SRT8 392 will be immediately recognized as a Dodge model because of its large front splitter, integrated front fender spats, and body color rear decklid spoiler. The model will also be distinguished by unique "392 Hemi" badges as a tribute to the engine found under the hood.

For 2012, customers will have to choose between a variety of colors, including Bright Silver, Bright White, Header Orange, Pitch Black, Redline Red, and Tungsten Metallic. Dual, full-body stripes are also available in black, gray metallic, red, and silver metallic.

Interior

Even though the Challenger SRT8 392 is a road going model, the interior was directly inspired from that of a high performance racing car. The new, leather wrapped, heated, SRT-exclusive steering wheel features a unique satin chrome rim section with a flattened bottom surface, while the optional automatic transmission includes paddle shift controls on both sides of the new contoured palm rests so road and track shifting is right at your fingertips.

An SRT-exclusive Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) is also available to provide the driver with information about his 0-60 mph time, 60-0 mph braking, G-forces, one-eighth mile, and quarter-mile times.

Power lumbar-equipped front seats come standard with the Challenger with the driver’s seat getting seatback tilt with memory and an easy to reach release handle. The front-passenger seat adds tilt and slide with memory. Color combinations for the interior include last year’s Dark Slate Gray and, new for 2012, Radar Red/Dark Slate Gray.