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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Safety

ABS and front airbags are fitted as standard, but that's about it. Traction control and electronic stability control are not even on the options list.

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3 out of 5

Reliability

The SRT-10 needs servicing every 7500 miles, and the engine is unstressed for the most part so it should prove fairly reliable.

Car check problem points

Body

No problems reported.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.