Dodge SRT-10 (05-07) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 09 December 2008
While the Dodge Caliber was the US mainstream brand's core vehicle for its introduction into the UK, the first car to the UK wearing the badge actually arrived in 2004. The SRT-10 (or Viper as it's known in other markets) is about as dramatic as cars can be. This updated version of the Chrysler Viper (officially available in the UK between 1999 and 2003) is all about headline figures: 8.3 litres, 10 cylinders, 190mph, 0-62mph in 3.9 seconds. Unlike the Chrysler Viper GTS, which was a coupe, the left-hand drive SRT-10 is a soft-top. However, it is brash and will be overlooked by many in favour of more sophisticated vehicles available for the high asking price.
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Running costs

Official fuel consumption figures show that 13mpg is the best that can be reasonably expected in everyday driving, and after a year the SRT-10 will probably have shed at least £20,000 of its original list price. Consumables such as tyres and brake pads are expensive and will need replacing often while insurance on such a specialist car will be pricey.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

7500 miles.

Warranty

Three years/60,000 miles.

Road tax (12 months)

£475.00 - £475.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

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Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

With its powerful 8.3-litre V10 petrol engine, SRT-10 returns just 13mpg - so it's no surprise that it performs so badly on the eco front. It emits a whopping 489g/km CO2, which is very high – even for a quick sports roadster.

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