It’s likely that you’ve heard the terms “SRT” and “R/T” when hearing people talk about the Dodge Challenger or Charger. So what do these terms mean? SRT stands for Street and Racing Technology, while R/T stands for Road and Track. They indicate trim levels of certain Dodge vehicles, such as the Challenger, Charger, and Durango. You may now know what SRT and R/T stands for, but how does it actually affect these vehicles and their performance?

SRT Upgrades

When you purchase an SRT vehicle you get upgrades to these three major things; power, braking, and aerodynamics. 

• HEMI Engine: Every SRT is powered by the impressive Supercharged HEMI V8 engine. This engine makes the Dodge Durango, an SUV, go from 0 to 60 in only 4.4 seconds. It gives the Challenger Hellcat a whopping 717 horsepower. This engine is made for speed.
• Aerodynamics: SRT models have been designed to be as aerodynamic as possible, having air induction hoods, spoilers, wide-body styling, and other features to reduce drag and improve overall handling.
• Brembo Brakes: If you’re going to go fast you better be able to stop fast, which is why every SRT is equipped with Brembo Brake systems. High-performance Brembo calipers and slotted brakes make it so you can break quickly and safely.

What About R/T?

The R/T variants of Dodge vehicles are almost similar to SRT variants, but have slightly less power. They do come cheaper, though. You’ll get most of the great features that SRT variants have for half the price. You can get the Challenger, Charger, and Durango in the R/T variant.

So Which One Should You Get?

If you aren’t concerned with price, then going SRT would be right for you. The Dodge Charger SRT starts at $69,645, while the R/T Charger starts at $36,395. If you aren’t as concerned with having all the premium features but still want to go fast, the R/T is for you. If you want to give any of these bad boys a test drive feel free to come into the dealership and speak to our staff. They would love to give you a helping hand.