When Dodge showed off the 2015 version of the Challenger Hellcat, it arguably made a case for putting the “muscle” in "muscle car." So many features were unprecedented or renowned for either their novelty or their advanced technology. A lot of these features were very well-received by the public, attracting more buyers, and adding to the publicity of that year's Challenger Hellcat. It looks, sounds, feels, and acts like a muscle car, and it made no attempt to hide its nature.

In fact, it's even been argued that the 2015 Challenger Hellcat is such a cool muscle car that it doesn't need to brag for itself; others will do the bragging for it.

Read on to find out more about the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat and how it epitomizes the concept of a “muscle car.”

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The 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat: Putting The 'Muscle' In Muscle Car

Major focus and emphasis were on sheer power when designing the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat. Power and torque were tested and found largely adequate. Also, the Challenger Hellcat became highly revered for its level of power and torque that several models were used for drag racing, even against incredible vehicles like Tesla.

Numerous drivers have noted that the Challenger Hellcat is relatively a heavy vehicle, and this makes it not so graceful in the least when rounding corners or making a turn. However, the model is still generally said to have a good handling, and it's not considered sloppy to say the least. Its six-speed manual transmission is a prominent feature, and the brakes also offer stability control. Also, the model has a rather wide wheelbase of 116.2 inches, and it can achieve a speed from rest to 60 MPH in under four seconds, with an estimated top speed of 199 MPH.

Quality Interior & Exterior Upgrades

A lot of exterior and interior features in the model were given premium treatment to increase the overall prestige of the Hellcat. Superior performance, advanced technology, and world-class hardware were all part of its selling points. Not only did they have more performance equipment available, but also the Challenger Hellcat returned an average mileage of 25 MPG on the highway. Furthermore, around $4,000 worth of features were added when compared to preceding Challenger models.

Admittedly, the exterior and interior design takes some of its cues from 1971-model cars. That said, different colors, stripes, and wheels were available for the 2015 Challenger Hellcat, allowing for a wide variety of customization and personalization options. Speaking of amazing options, another one that was available is the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, which can increase fuel economy by up to 11%, making the previously-mentioned 25 MPG go up to 30 MPG. Performance options include a sport mode, as well as paddle-shifting capabilities.

Another new feature is “valet mode,” for when the owner loans the car out to others. This mode ensures the RPM is capped at 4,000 and starts are limited to second gear. The Uconnect access system is also available, providing maps for driver clarity and a Bluetooth connection. Keyless activation, a new seven-inch gauge cluster, and a new performance electronic shifter were also added to the 2015 model.

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The 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Is So Cool, It Barely Has To Brag

So many features of the Hellcat were the highest in their class at the time, or were a first among muscle cars. The 2015 Challenger Hellcat is known for its novelty and advanced technology, and its record-breaking feats across the board. The 2015 Challenger Hellcat was both the most powerful muscle car and the most powerful Challenger available at the time, hence, it's a model known for its raw power.

Furthermore, the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat was Dodge's most powerful V8 model as of then, and it was also the first to adopt the TorqueFlite “8HP90” ultra-high performance eight-speed transmission in the world. Also, the model was for being the most affordable car with 700+ HP, which in and of itself was unprecedented. The 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen and the standard 7-inch multi-view cluster gauge also made their debuts here. All of these records helped the 2015 Challenger Hellcat stand out and makes it even more notable among other muscle cars.

Electronic Exhaust System: Let's Get Loud!

The distinct noise the Hellcat made soon became a selling point. The Challenger Hellcat's electronic exhaust system opens and closes flaps according to the weight it carries. This helps it control the noise when necessary, thereby making some unique growling noises that have become very distinct, such that it became a plus for the model among buyers and Hellcat aficionados.

Rolling the windows down may be ideal if the sound persists in the interior. Remarkably, the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat has an 18.5-gallon gas tank capacity, and it can be emptied in just 15 minutes, if the car were consistently run at full throttle.

Sources: motortrend.com, automotiveaddicts.com