The Dodge Challenger comes equipped with powerful engines and great handling, which is why it's one of the most favorite cars among car enthusiasts. Even though there is a plethora of different factory specifications of the Challenger, and they all come with a great sound “out of the box”, it doesn’t hurt to distinguish yourself from the rest with some quality aftermarket upgrades.
If you’re looking to elevate your Challenger to another level, the exhaust system is probably the first thing that came to your mind, as a loud and burbly exhaust can completely change the driving experience and emotions the car gives you. To make your search for an aftermarket exhaust system a little easier, read along to learn about the top exhaust brands among Challenger enthusiasts.
Borla
If you’ve ever visited a Dodge Challenger forum, you have most definitely heard of this brand. Many owners want their exhausts to be as loud as possible. After all, a V8 HEMI should be heard approaching even from a long distance. If you’re looking for the same, then look no further than Borla.
Their Borla ATAK Cat-Back system has one of the highest decibel ratings of all aftermarket exhaust systems. There are variants for all Challenger engine options, including the 5.7L HEMI, 6.2L HEMI, and 6.4L HEMI, as well as the 3.6 V6, and with and without an active exhaust, so you are sure to find the right option for yourself.
Mopar
One of the main reasons why Mopar is among the most renowned car tuning brands worldwide is its technological approach. The exhaust note of any Mopar exhaust is deep, growly, and loud - it makes driving so much more emotional! At the same time, the exhaust systems have Power-Pulse RSC No-Drone Technology, which makes highway driving more pleasurable. With some other exhausts, the droning that occurs during driving at constant RPMs makes longer drives tiring but this doesn’t happen with Mopar, which has no drone at all, just like the factory exhaust system, but with more charisma in all other aspects. You do pay a premium for Mopar exhausts but this alone makes up for the price difference.
As an example, see the cat-back exhaust system with dual polished tips for the 5.7L HEMI. It is also available in a variant for the larger 6.4L HEMI.
Corsa Performance
If you look into the exhaust systems offered by Corsa Performance, you’ll quickly discover that one of their most used and widely talked about models is the Xtreme - a series of cat-back exhausts. It‘s stainless steel and renowned for its high quality and precise fit. It offers a very loud sound and almost no drone. They are one of the more expensive options out there but the price is certainly justified.
MagnaFlow
A cool name and even cooler sound, that is MagnaFlow. Being one of the largest producers of aftermarket exhaust systems, you’ll find many different options for your Challenger in their offering. Most of them have a very aggressive sound. You have the option of choosing either a cat-back or axle-back system with a variety of different tips - polished chrome, carbon fiber, quad, or double tips. As they’re offered at a moderate price, you should definitely take a look at MagnaFlow exhaust systems.
DynoMax
A DynoMax exhaust may be of great help if you’re looking to keep your build on a budget. The DynoMax Ultra Flo is available for 5.7, 6,4, and 6.1-litre engines. You’ll pay less than a half of what you’d have paid for a similar system from Borla or Corsa Performance. There can be a little bit of droning, which is to be expected, especially at this price point. To keep it to a minimum, you can decide to leave the rear resonators on while trading off some of the roughness of the exhaust note. On the other hand, the piping is made of high-quality stainless steel and the exhaust tips have an unusual rectangular design with a polished chrome look.
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For more details about these exhaust systems and many more, we have what you need. Our sales techs are more than happy to help you choose the right system and accommodate your specific needs, whether it concerns sound, price, or design. When choosing, it can also be helpful to check out videos of the exhausts online. And if you don’t find the above options loud enough, you may try your luck with a straight-piped exhaust with removed resonators and cats.
