DODGE Magnum SRT8 2007-2008 Photos, engines & full specs

When Dodge involved the Street and Racing Technology to develop a version of the Magnum, the result was a modern muscle car that could roar and growl loud and proud on the streets.

In 2005, Dodge introduced the SRT8 version for the Magnum. It was the ultimate American sleeper since few expected a station-wagon to run the quarter-mile in the 13 seconds mark. Three years later, during the world financial crisis, Dodge upgraded the Magnum with a few exterior and interior details and a few extra ponies under the hood.

While the 2005 version didn't look too dramatic, the 2008 model-year came with a different stance. At the front, it featured narrower headlights, which made the car looks mad. There was a new grille with the cross-hair theme and, on the hood, the carmaker installed a functional air-intake needed to get more air into the engine compartment. The massive, 20" light-alloy wheels stood apart from the rest of the range with their unique design.

Inside, the designers installed more carbon-trims on the dashboard, center console, and doors. A carbon-fiber leather-trim steering wheel was added to enhance the overall interior look. As with any other SRT vehicle, the Magnum SRT8 featured high high-bolstered seats at the front and a split-folding bench in the rear.

The SRT department had to work more than the designers and improved the engine and the suspension. Under the hood, it was the same 6.1-liter Hemi V8 engine, but with seven hp more. The suspension featured Bilstein dampers in all corners. Power went to the rear wheels via a 5-speed automatic transmission carried over from the Mercedes-Benz.