American muscle is a ton of fun to drive, and while most options are coupes, the Charger is one of the few four-door models on the market. Due to more space, you can take your friends or family with you, but when you’re driving a muscle car, you have to properly maintain it or things will break down, and some items will wear down over time regardless of maintenance practices. Thankfully, the amount of aftermarket support for 2016 Dodge Chargers is second to none. It doesn't matter if you need to replace a faulty water pump or thermostat, or if you want to add new cosmetics like some new wheels and tires to your Dodge Charger, we have you covered at AmericanMuscle. Our sales techs will help you find all the parts and accessories you need, and everything we carry is from brands you can trust like Borla, Flowmaster, K&N, BMR, and SpeedLogix.
2016 Dodge Charger
The 2016 Dodge Charger carries over largely the same from its mid-cycle refresh done the year prior, with lots of configurability between trim level and drive train package. As has been the course, the line up consists of the SE, SXT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat. All models are rear-wheel drive as standard, however the SE and SXT can be upgraded to AWD. Serving entry level performance needs is the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine, factory rated at 292 hp and 260 lb-ft. For the performance nuts, most will want to start with the 5.7L V8 Hemi, rated at 370 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque, found in the R/T models. The R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392 get an even bigger 6.4L Hemi gas V8, tipping the dyno at 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, alongside other goodies like active exhaust, adjustable dampening suspension and bigger brakes. At the top of the 2016 Charger lineup is the SRT Hellcat, which packs a 707 horsepower supercharged 6.2L V8 under its hood. Regardless of trim level, here are a few ideas on how to make a 2016 Charger even better.
All Around Performance Upgrade
- Better braking
- Improved cornering
- Increased traction
Want all of the above? Outfitting your 2016 Dodge Charger with a quality set of high performance tires will help improve acceleration, braking and cornering all due to increased traction. For street going Chargers, tires that fall into the performance or high performance summer category will be the best option. These tires offer aggressive and sticky compounds that are ideal for warm weather use. They provide very good grip with the road and create an very sporty driving experience. Further, performance and high performance summer tires retain the necessary tread pattern and sipes to help shed water if driving in the rain, with the performance category tires doing better in the wet. Be aware, however, that aggressive tires don't last as many miles as a regular touring or all-season tire, and they are likely to be a bit noisier. Treadwear rating is provided by the manufacturer and printed on the sidewall, with a higher number detonating an expected longer tread life. Another aspect to consider when choosing a tire for a 2016 Charger is speed rating. All tires carry a speed rating, designated on the sidewall with letters L through Y. Given the high speed capabilities of the car, look for tires with a speed rating index of at least U, which signifies 124 miles per hour.
Four Corner Suspension Overhaul
After taking care of the tires, overhaul both the front and rear suspension with a suspension handling kit. These kits are engineered to take the guesswork out of suspension upgrades and provide a complete solution that addresses the coil springs, stabilizer bars, end links and even in some cases the shock absorbers. These are intended as complete lowering and handling packages, with the springs dropping the car by an inch or an inch and a half. Doing so produces a mean stance and also lowers the center of gravity which will relate to less body roll in turns. Thicker front and rear stabilizer bars further this effect by increasing rigidity between each side of the car, keeping a leveled stance under hard cornering. Included with these handling systems are polyurethane bushings, which compared to the rubber bushings used throughout the car, deflect significantly less and will provide a firmer and more connected driving feel.
2016 Dodge Charger Interior Parts and Accessories
You spend the most amount of time with Charger in the cabin, and while it came with great comfort and technology back in 2016, at AmericanMuscle we will help you bring it into the future. New radios, speakers, and interior parts will make your cabin feel more modern. Plus, seats, shift knobs, and steering wheel replacements will make your cabin more comfortable and luxurious. 2016 Dodge Charger parts for the interior are also accent parts. These are parts like light strips, new gauge clusters, and chrome covers for buttons, the emergency brake, or the center console. Whichever direction you want to go with the interior of your Dodge Charger, we have you covered at AmericanMuscle.
2016 Dodge Charger Exterior Parts and Accessories
Exterior parts are a great choice if you want to restore damaged bumpers, wheels, and lights. We carry factory-style replacement options to help you restore your 2016 Dodge Charger’s exterior. While restoration is a good place to start, at AmericanMuscle we carry a wide range of accessories that improve the appearance, like new hood pins, hood options, aggressive headlights, and aftermarket wheels. Some Dodge Charger exterior parts will even improve performance. Swapping out wheels and other parts for lighter alternatives will improve acceleration, which can net you better gains than a cold air intake or exhaust if you have a V6 model. Spoilers, splitters, and hood scoops are also performance parts that improve downforce and help more air escape from the engine bay for better cooling.
2016 Dodge Charger Performance Parts and Accessories
When it comes to modifying your Charger, squeezing more power out of the engine is one of the best things you can do. Adding a cold air intake, cat-back exhaust, or a better intake manifold will help you gain around 10 to 40 extra ponies out of your vehicle. Plus, this applies to V6 and V8 models, although V8s tend to see more impressive power gains with bolt-on parts. If you’re looking to get the most possible performance out of your Charger, you can't go wrong with forced air induction mods. These 2016 Dodge Charger mods will help you gain several hundred horsepower. Just make sure you have the right supporting parts like a suspension that can handle that amount of power. Upgrading your brakes, tires, and cooling system is also important if you go the forced air induction route. Regardless of where you want to take your 2016 Dodge Charger, we’ll help you get there. Order online from AmericanMuscle and have the best possible parts shipped right to your door.
