When it comes time to shop for replacement tires for your Generation Vi and SRT LX Dodge Charger, it can be difficult finding the best tires. Lionhart Tires specializes in OEM replacement tires for the Dodge Charger platform. Additionally, Lionhart offers unique and niche sizing options for aftermarket wheel fitments.
The 2005 to 2010 Dodge Charger VI and LX utilize tires from 17 inches up to 22 inches, depending on the trim. The 2.7i V6 comes equipped with 215/65R17, 235/60R17, 235/55R18 or 235/50R19 size tires from the manufacturer.
The 3.5i V6 with similar sizes, with the addition of 255/50R18 and 255/45R19. The 5.7i V8 on the other hand comes with 245/45R20, 255/40R21 and 265/35ZR22.
On the SRT models, the 2005 to 2010 Charger uses 20″ tires are the smallest available size: 245/45ZR20, 275/40ZR20, 275/35ZR21, 285/30ZR22, and 305/25ZR22. The table below shows factory tire sizes for the 2005-2010 Charger.
Trim | 17 Inch | 18 Inch | 19 Inch | 20 Inch | 21 Inch | 22 Inch |
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2.7i V6 | 215/65R17 & 235/60R17 | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
3.5i V6 | 215/65R17 | 235/55R18 & 255/50R18 | 255/45R19 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
5.7i V8 | N/A | 235/55R18 | N/A | 245/45R20 | 255/40R21 | 265/35ZR22 |
6.1i V8 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 245/45ZR20 & 275/40ZR20 | 275/35ZR21 | 285/30ZR22 & 305/25ZR22 |
*Note: Some tire sizes may come in a staggered configuration from the factory.
Finding the best tires for the VII and LD SRT Dodge Charger becomes slightly easier, as the manufacturer opted for more popular sizing options. Lionhart Tires specializes in OEM replacement tires for the Ford Mustang platform. Additionally, Lionhart offers unique and niche sizing options for aftermarket wheel fitments.
Similarly to the previous generation, the 2011 to 2014 Dodge Charger comes equipped with 17 through 22 inch tires. The 3.6i V6 base and all-wheel drive comes with 215/65R17, 235/55R18, 235/60R17, 235/50R19, 235/55R19, 255/50R19, 245/45R20, 255/45R20, and 265/40R20 tire sizes. The 5.7i V8 comes with 235/55R18, 245/45R20, 255/40R21, and 265/35ZR22 tire sizes.
Additionally, the LD SRT variant comes equipped with 275/40ZR20, 275/35ZR21, and 285/30ZR22 sizing options.
Trim | 17 Inch | 18 Inch | 19 Inch | 20 Inch | 21 Inch | 22 Inch |
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3.6i V6 | 215/65R17 & 235/60R17 | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 | N/A | N/A |
3.6i V6 AWD | N/A | N/A | 235/55R19 & 255/50R19 | 255/45R20 & 265/40R20 | N/A | N/A |
5.7i V8 | N/A | 235/55R18 | N/A | 245/45R20 | 255/40R21 | 265/35ZR22 |
6.4i V8 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 275/40ZR20 | 275/35ZR21 | 285/30ZR22 |
*Note: Some tire sizes may come in a staggered configuration from the factory.
As the Dodge Charger starts to evolve into a modern sports car, Dodge began using much more aggressive tire sizes on lower-end trims. Lionhart Tires specializes in OEM replacement tires for the Ford Mustang platform. Additionally, Lionhart offers unique and niche sizing options for aftermarket wheel fitments.
That said, Dodge has remained consistent in its tire size offerings, maintaining 17 inch tires as standard on the base V6 variants. However, the high-end V6 Charger uses no less than a 20 inch tire size.
The 3.6 V6 comes equipped with 245/45ZR20, 245/40ZR21, 255/40ZR21, 235/55R19, 255/50R19, 235/50R20, and 255/45ZR20. The new generation of Dodge Chargers also bring new trims such as the Scat Pack, Hellcat, Hellcat Redeye, and its widebody counterparts. These trims come equipped with 245/45R20, 275/40ZR20, 275/35ZR21, 255/40ZR21 and 305/35ZR20 tire sizes.
Trim | 17 Inch | 18 Inch | 19 Inch | 20 Inch | 21 Inch |
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3.6i V6 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 245/45ZR20 | 245/40ZR21 & 255/40ZR21 |
3.6i V6 AWD | N/A | N/A | 235/55R19 & 255/50R19 | 235/50R20 & 245/45ZR20 | N/A |
3.6i (292hp) | 215/65R17 & 235/60R17 | 235/55R18 | 235/50R19 | 245/45R20 | N/A |
5.7i V8 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 245/45R20, 245/45ZR20 & 275/40ZR20 | 255/40ZR21 |
6.4i V8 (Scat Pack Widebody) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 305/35ZR20 | N/A |
6.4i V8 (Scat Pack) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 245/45ZR20, 275/40ZR20 & 305/35ZR20 | N/A |
6.4i V8 (Hellcat/Redeye Widebody/Jailbreak) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 245/45ZR20 & 305/35ZR20 | N/A |
6.4i V8 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 275/40ZR20 | 275/35ZR21 |
*Note: Some tire sizes may come in a staggered configuration from the factory.
The two factors that suggest it’s time to replace tires on your Dodge Charger are time and mileage. On average, most drivers cover between 12,000 and 15,000 miles annually. Most drivers will pass the miles their original equipment tires were intended to cover well before they hit their age limit.
Once tires go beyond five years old, it’s a good time to consider replacing them. Tires are composed of many materials such as rubber, kevlar, and chemicals. All of these elements work together to resist UV rays, temperature changes and environmental hazards. After the five year period, these materials and chemicals begin to break down and become less effective.
To learn more about tire maintenance, click here. To make a more informed decision when shopping for tires, click here.
Because the Charger is a purpose-built performance vehicle, the best tires depend on your driving style. For example, a driver who often participates in track events will require a different tire than a driver who only plans on street driving. It's also important to consider what seasons, temperature, and weather you will be using the vehicle in.
Every tire has a UTQG rating that provides information regarding number of miles the tire is expected to last. However, this number is an estimate. How you drive your vehicle has a big impact on the life expectancy of a tire.
There isn't a magic number as every vehicle and every tire requires a different tire pressure. The best way to know what tire pressure to use is to check the driver's side door for a label that shows you the recommended tire pressure for that specific vehicle. Take note that this recommendation changes depending on the load of passengers, as well as cargo load. The tire pressure on the tire itself is not a suggested, rather the maximum PSI a tire can take.
Rotating tires isn't only Charger specific. The typical tire rotation interval is somewhere between 5,000 and 7,000 miles. That said, specific cars and tires may change those numbers.