Rev up your ride with this ultimate Dodge Charger mod and upgrade guide—no fluff, just raw performance. Whether you’re hunting for that extra 10 HP or craving a thunderous exhaust roar, we’ve got your back.
1. Cold Air Intake
- Avg. Cost: $430 for an AFE Cold Air Intake for V6 & V8
- Gains: 5–15 HP
Nothing screams “affordable power” like a cold air intake. This is the easiest, most wallet-friendly Dodge Charger mod you can slap on. You’ll hear that deep intake growl and feel sharper throttle response as denser, cooler air floods your engine. Installation? A breeze—unclamp, swap, and you’re breathing free.
2. Cat-Back Exhaust System
- Avg. Cost: $900 for MagnaFlow cat-back system for V6s
- Gains: 10–15% HP
Swap out the restrictive stock piping for a free-flowing cat-back, and watch your Charger’s voice go from polite to primal. Better exhaust flow means quicker exhaust gas flow, more horsepower, and that deep, rumbling soundtrack every Mopar owner dreams of. Performance exhaust makers back it up with numbers; you’ll feel the power boost every time you floor it. Installation requires a mechanic unless you’re too handy with tools and know what you’re doing.
3. High-Flow Catalytic Converter
- Avg. Cost: $600 for MagnaFlow cats (per side)
- Gains: 3–5 HP
On a fully stock Charger, a high-flow cat is a minor flex—but if you’ve already bolted on intake and exhaust, it’s a killer follow-up. It cuts emissions faster and frees up a few extra ponies without breaking the bank. Couple this with other Dodge Charger upgrades for a more linear improvement through the whole RPM range.
4. Exhaust Headers
- Avg. Cost: $600 for JBA Shorty for V6s, $1,860 for American Racing long tube for V8s
- Gains: 15–30 HP
Headers are where the real gains live. Instead of sharing one tube, each cylinder gets its own manifold pipe for better exhaust gas flow. Each pipe is cut and bent so that the pipes are of equal length to ensure the cylinders generate no backpressure. The result? More torque, more power, and an unmistakable snarling tone. Go with long-tube headers for your V8; while shorty headers are a solid choice for V6 Chargers.
5. Engine Tuners
- Avg. Cost: $385 for AFE Scorcher GT Module
- Gains: Varies
Think of a tuner as the brain surgeon for your Charger’s ECU. From plug-and-play piggyback units to full standalone ECUs, these mods recalibrate fuel maps, ignition timing, and more. A proper tune unlocks the hidden performance of your intake, exhaust, and header setup so you’re not leaving power on the table. Piggyback units are mostly plug-and-play, so you can install them yourself, while more advanced standalone ECUs require professional fitment and programming.
6. Supercharger Kits
- Avg. Cost: $6,000 for Ripp Supercharger kit for V6s, $7,300 for V8s
- Gains: 100+ HP
If you want power with no limits, superchargers deliver. Belt-driven and always engaged, superchargers send compressed air to the intake manifold. A blown engine packs a relentless power punch at any RPM. Sure, they are costly, fuel economy takes a hit, and installation is a serious project, but for daily drivable warp speed, nothing else comes close.
Fukin Tuned Throttle Response Controller
Round out your power suite with the Fukin Tuned throttle response controller. This plug-and-play Dodge Charger mod installs in line with your stock gas pedal sensor and sharpens pedal response by modifying the electronic throttle mapping. With Fukin Tuned’s fully programmable modes, find the perfect pedal feel according to your driving style or needs.
Unlock Full Power
Say goodbye to drive-by-wire throttle lag. The moment you press the pedal, all the horsepower under your hood is there on demand—whether it’s stock, basic I/H/E upgraded, or fully supercharged.
Wireless Performance Control
No analog buttons to fiddle with. Fire up your phone and toggle between different modes through the free app.
Find the Perfect Spot
Choose from four driving modes—Fukin Slow, Cruise, Fast, and Send It—with nine aggressiveness levels for each. Tailor your throttle response for every street or track scenario with 36 individual ways.
Hand Over the Keys, Not the Power
Flip into “Fukin Slow” when handing over the keys. The valet gets a car that looks fast but never breaks a sweat.
Plug, Play, and Rip
No splicing wires. No trips to the shop. Install in just 15 minutes and hit the road with your transformed pedal response.
Warranty-Friendly
Fukin Tuned integrates seamlessly with your Charger’s factory ECU, leaving no trace or diagnostic flags—keeping your warranty intact.
Performance Mod that Provides Security?
You read that right. While performance-oriented, Fukin Tuned throttle response controller also comes built-in with one of the most straightforward Anti-Theft solutions ever. It perfectly doubles as a kill switch and allows you to disable the gas pedal completely. Subscribe through the app, calibrate your unit once, and activate the Anti-Theft mode anytime you need. It is FREE for the first 14 days, and then it costs $0.99 a month or $9.99 a year after the free trial expires.
Both a perfect first mod to get you started in the tuning scene, or an ideal way to tie up all the upgrades you’ve done, the Fukin Tuned throttle response controller is the best Dodge Charger upgrade.
Get yours today, muscle up your Dodge Charger, and feel the difference!