The next Moparized vehicle that we are previewing here on DodgeForum is the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T Mopar Concept, which is literally just a production grade 2015 Dodge Charger R/T with a list of goodies from Mopar which will all eventually be available through the company’s accessories catalog. While some of the vehicles modified for the 2014 SEMA Show will have items that we will never see sold by the Chrysler Group, this Charger has fitted with things that 2015 Chargers should be able to buy very soon. In other words, if you buy a 2015 Charger R/T – you can convert it into this very car with help from Mopar.
The 2015 Dodge Charger R/T Mopar Concept begins up front, where the Charger R/T Road and Track package fascia (with the blacked out center bumper section) has been upfitted with a new front splitter along the bottom end of the nose. Along the sides, Mopar has added deeper reaching side sills, rear sill extensions and a set of SRT style 20 inch lightweight wheels – all of which are painted matte black to match the front splitter. Out back, a one piece spoiler painted matte black works with a restyled lower fascia to give this Charger a much more race-ready look. We can expect all of these components to be available through the Mopar Accessories catalog very soon and while I love the look of the 2015 Charger – this subtle body kit takes the muscular styling to the next level.
Finally, Mopar has added a cold air intake package to help the 5.7L Hemi breathe while a coilover suspension setup, front and rear sway bars and front and rear strut tower braces help to improve the handling characteristics of the 2015 Charger R/T. This suspension package also lowers the car a bit, bolstering the sporty look that is created by the Mopar body kit.
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