Barracuda Model Confirmed

Discussion in 'Challenger News, Articles and Media Reviews' started by SRT-Tom, Feb 13, 2012.

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  1. Feb 24, 2012 at 4:00 PM #11
    Storm Rider

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    Looks like they are really getting ready for the Barracuda.
     
  2. Mar 10, 2012 at 1:49 PM #12
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    Here is the latest:


    The supercharged 6.2L Hemi is currently still under development, but is estimated to have 490- to 540-hp on tap. The motor will make its debut in the new Barracuda before moving on to other SRT models.

    Insiders are also reporting that the new Barracuda won’t be as “true to the original” as the current Dodge Challenger was to its heritage. It is even believed that the Barracuda could be built on a shortened large-car platform, while other rumors say it will be built on the new Alfa Romeo D-size platform that is still being developed.

    One way or another, you’re probably going to be looking at a smaller muscle car from the SRT family.

    [Source: Allpar]
     
  3. Mar 11, 2012 at 10:36 AM #13
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    Sounds like they are dropping the 6.4L (392).
     
  4. Mar 19, 2012 at 5:53 PM #14
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  5. Mar 20, 2012 at 7:32 AM #15
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    The new 6.2L supercharger sounds sweet.
     
  6. Mar 20, 2012 at 8:14 PM #16
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    The first rending looks a little weird, but they always do to me then end up look awesome in person :)
     
  7. Mar 23, 2012 at 10:47 AM #17
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    But this means we will lose the Challenger?
    Will the Cuda then be a smaller car like a Mustang 4 seat car and lighter?
     
  8. Mar 23, 2012 at 8:21 PM #18
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    That's what it seems to look like. It appears that the Charger and 300 are getting smaller, the Challenger is going away, and the Barracuda may replace the Avenger. Time will tell. Any way you look at, it is exciting and interesting to see Chrysler interested in making performance oriented cars.
     
  9. Mar 24, 2012 at 9:21 AM #19
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    It means to me better get the last year of Challenger SRT.:mfr_omg::disgust:
     
  10. Mar 27, 2012 at 1:42 PM #20
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