R/T is the performance marker used on Dodge/Chrysler automobiles since the 1960s (similar to Chevrolet's Super Sport; or SS). R/T stands for Road/Track.[1] R/T models usually come with R/T badging and a combination of upgraded suspension, tires, brakes, and often more powerful engines. Many models have also come with monotone paint and stripes as well as aggressive body kits.

R/T
Product typePerformance cars
OwnerStellantis North America
CountryUnited States
Introduced1960s
Related brandsSS

In 2004, the Chrysler SRT (Street and Racing Technology) division replaced R/T as the high performance auto group for Dodge vehicles, though the trim level is still in use on many current models with more powerful engines and cosmetic changes such as different rims and bumpers and grills and the R/T badge.

Current vehicles

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Years Vehicle Type Engine 0–60 mph
(0–100 km/h)
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2022–present Dodge Hornet R/T I4 PHEV 1.3 Fiat Global Small engine 6.1–7.1 s

Previous vehicles

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Years Vehicle Type Engine 0–60 mph
(0–100 km/h)
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1991–1992 Dodge Spirit R/T I4 2.2 Chrysler Turbo III DOHC K engine 224 hp 5.8 s[2]  
1992–1993 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T I4 2.2 Chrysler Turbo III DOHC K engine 224 hp 6.0 s[3]  
1998–1999 Dodge Neon R/T I4 2.0 Chrysler Neon ECC engine 150 hp 7.5 s[4]  
2001–2004 Dodge Neon R/T I4 2.0 Chrysler Neon Magnum engine 150 hp 7.6 s[5]  
2007–2010 Dodge Caliber R/T I4 2.4 Chrysler World engine 172 hp 10.1 s[6]  
1991–1996 Dodge Stealth R/T V6 3.0 Mitsubishi DOHC 6G72 engine 222 hp
3.0 Mitsubishi Twin-Turbo DOHC 6G72 engine 300-320 hp
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5.3 s[7]
 
2000–2002 Dodge Intrepid R/T V6 3.5 Chrysler SOHC EGG engine 242-244 hp  
2001–2005 Dodge Stratus R/T V6 3.0 Mitsubishi SOHC 6G72 engine 200 hp 7.4 s[8]  
2007–2009 Dodge Nitro R/T V6 4.0 Chrysler SOHC EGG engine 260 hp 7.7 s[9]  
2008–2014 Dodge Avenger R/T V6 3.5 Chrysler SOHC EGF engine 235 hp
3.6 Chrysler Pentastar engine 283 hp
6.0 s[10]  
2009–2016 Dodge Journey R/T V6 3.5 Chrysler SOHC EGF engine 235 hp
3.6 Chrysler Pentastar engine 283 hp
8.0 s[11]
6.2 s[12]
 
1967–1970 Dodge Coronet R/T V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Six Pack 390 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Magnum 375 hp
6.1 s[13]
7.0 s[13]
 
1968–1971 Dodge Charger R/T V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Six Pack 390 hp
5.3 s[13]
7.4 s[13]
 
1970–1971 Dodge Challenger R/T V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Six Pack 390 hp
6.3 Chrysler B 383 Magnum 335 hp
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6.2 s[13]
 
1976–1979 Dodge Aspen R/T V8 5.9 Chrysler LA 360 engine 170–195 hp 9.9 s[14]  
1998–2003 Dodge Dakota R/T V8 5.9 Chrysler LA Magnum engine 250 hp 7.0 s[15]  
2000–2003 Dodge Durango R/T V8 5.9 Chrysler LA Magnum engine 250 hp 8.2 s[16]  
2005–2008 Dodge Magnum R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 340-350 hp 6.1 s[17]  
2005–2018 Dodge Ram 1500 R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 345 hp(06-08) / 390 hp(09-12) / 395 hp(13-18) 5.7 s[18]  
2006–2010 Dodge Charger R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 340-350 hp(06-08) / 370 hp(09-10)  
2006–2023 Dodge Charger R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 370 hp 5.3 s[19]  
2008–2023 Dodge Challenger R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 375 hp (Manual) 372 hp (Automatic) 5.0 s[20]  
1992–2002 Dodge Viper RT/10 V10 8.0 Chrysler Viper engine 400 hp(92-95) / 450-460 hp(96-02)  
2011–2024 Dodge Durango R/T V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 360 hp 7.3 s[21]  

Other vehicles using R/T properties

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Years Vehicle Type Engine 0–60 mph
(0–100 km/h)
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1992–1993 Chrysler Phantom R/T I4 2.2 Chrysler Turbo III DOHC K engine 224 hp
2.5 Chrysler Turbo II engine 168 hp
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1991–1995 Chrysler Spirit R/T I4 2.2 Chrysler Turbo III DOHC K engine 224 hp
2.5 Chrysler Turbo II engine 168 hp
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1971–1978 Chrysler VH Valiant Charger R/T I6 Chrysler Hemi-6 Engine 302 hp
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1969 Dodge Charger Daytona V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Magnum 375 hp
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2006–2009 Dodge Charger Daytona V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 350 hp(06-08) / 370 hp(09) ---  
1971 Dodge Charger Super Bee
1971
V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
7.2 Chrysler RB 440 Six Pack 385 hp
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1968–1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee V8 7.0 Chrysler 426 Hemi engine 425 hp
6.3 Chrysler B 383 Magnum 335 hp
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1997–1998 Dodge Ram 1500 SS/T V8 5.9 Chrysler LA Magnum engine 245 hp ---
2004–2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Rumble Bee V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 345 hp ---  

Concept vehicles using R/T properties

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Vehicle Type Engine 0–60 mph
(0–100 km/h)
Photo
1997 Dodge Copperhead V6 2.7 Chrysler LH engine 220 hp ---  
1997 Dodge Sidewinder V10 8.0 Chrysler Viper engine 640 hp ---  
1999 Dodge Charger R/T Concept V8 4.7 Chrysler engine 325 hp ---  
2001 Dodge Super 8 Hemi V8 5.7 Chrysler Hemi engine 353 hp ---  
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See also

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References

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