The Daytona 5.7 is a great value. It's basically the base R/T + Plus Package + Super Track Pak + Blacktop + Hyper Black II Wheels - if you want all of those things, it costs less than an R/T optioned-out - and you get the roof and Daytona decal package.
As a senior hot rodder, basically a corvette guy, I am amazed at all of the 4 door performance cars. Back in the day only 2 door cars were performance oriented.
yeah no complaints on my 5.7 daytona.. I recently did a mid muffler delete and now has a meaner growl to it. Cold starts are awesome. Daytona's in AZ seem to be holding their price better than a standard RT. BUT still salty as hell that you can get the SRT styling in any model now. Im waiting for the caravan to get a hellcat hood =P
A mid delete with these active exhausts sound so damn awesome. I was kicking around the idea of putting those active resonators on in place of my flowmasters
I ordered the heavy-duty brake package for my 17 Daytona same size rotors and calipers but more aggressive brake pad material with heavy-duty brake lines. At 27000 miles the brake pads are starting to look a little thin especially in the front.
Glad you were able to meet Double Yellow 857 and take his Daytona for a spin, he is a cool guy!! I love my Daytona, I love the hood with the decal, it reminds me of my 73 Charger which also had a blacked out hood bulge. Even after driving my friends Scat Pack this last weekend, I jumped into my Daytona and still love it! That's the great thing about the Charger and Challenger line up is the is a model for every taste!
For the guys that get an R/T and then get aftermarket trim kits to make it look like a scat, I think it makes more sense to just go the factory route and get the 345 daytona. Me personally, I like the look of my R/T.
Few things to add from my side (Daytona 345 owner)..Daytona comes with OE high end performance tires "Eagle F1 Super Car" which has an amazing grip on corners..R/T on the other hand comes with a "v-good" OE Goodyear tires; they are Goodyear as well but not as the ones on the Daytona. The other thing is the gear ratio. The Daytona is programmed to have quicker gear shifts and more sporty feel; it is really clear especially on slow speeds and parking-lot driving. The car feels like a breathing Dragon that wants to get free. Totally different level of behaviour than what you'd get from an R/T. The third thing is the CAI that comes as OE part, the whistling sound "something like what a supercharged car would do" is not available on R/T. Finally, Daytona is built for track-stuff and racing, for instance it has all the gadgets for laptime, 0-60, 0-100, G-force, breaking distance...etc. while these only come on an R/T if the "Super Track Pack package" is equipped. The only bad thing about the Daytona (in my humble opinion) is the lack of a better cooling system and a stand-alone gearbox cooler. Plus, the breaks could be bigger and bitter "you get the brembo only with the 392 Daytona, not available on 345 as standard equipment". My two cents and hope this helps.
I purchased a 2017 Daytona Go Mango and I love it. It's my baby and I like It and and would not traded it for anything. I have the police follow me around town but that is ok. Good review go Dodge.
It's pretty much a blend of Scat Pack and SRT 392. It has 6-piston brembos and probably more luxury features than a Scat Pack. I can't knock the 5.7 either because all you need to do is heads cam and maybe stroke it and you have 392 power. The only catch with the 392 saw that you have to pay a gas guzzler tax.
No offense to anyone with a Daytona, but I personally dont see the value over a base R/T esp as a daily driver. Dont get me wrong though, if I could get a good deal on a Daytona, I'd hop on it. My problem is, for 4-5k more over a base RT, it's not giving me more power. And for a few grand over a 345 Daytona, I could get a Scatpack....Reports are saying that the 2019 base RT is getting a styling update to align it with Daytona and above Chargers. This makes the Daytona less desirable/exclusive.
That is correct. The 2019 RTs will look like the 392. moparinsiders.com/2019-dodge-charger-r-t-pricing-and-options-list/ It would come down to cost for me. Or simply just get a 2019 RT. For extra the $5K, might as well get the Scat.
I really like the way the Daytona+ Chargers look. That would be my main reason for buying one over a base RT. Now that theyll look the same, there should be less of a gap in pricing between them.
wayde philpot I feel you man but Dodge has been doing this for years. Trickling down parts. I’m not surprised to see the 2019 RT look the way it does. Look at how they’ve been treating the Challengers. They all look the same and now it’s the Chargers turn. It works as far as profit goes so why not? I agree as far as price. I did not and will never paid window sticker for a car. If they didn’t give me a great price I would’ve gone with a none Daytona RT too
Looks like Dodge is dropping the Daytona from the lineup in 2019. Theyll prob just offer tech and performance packages to the base RT.....Hopefully the cost of 2017-18 Daytonas come down a little to give potential buyers more options.
It was for me. Loved my 5.7 Daytona.👍👍😎🇺🇸 Added the performance package from the factory, 9 in wheels, handled like it was on rails. Did not need to be lowered imho.
Very nice ride. I have a '13 Daytona. I like that feeling of exclusivity from having one. As far as the exhaust, I can tell the difference. The yellow Daytona gets the thumbs up from me. Great vid. Keep me coming.
As I said on a previous post, I purchased a '19 R/T blacktop package, B5 blue w/ rally stripes a few weeks back. Before I bought the 19, I test drove a 15 like yours (but virgin.) Now, when I got in the 19, there was a distinct difference in the exhaust (much louder.) My wife even noticed. The salesman assured me it is the exact same exhaust as any other R/T. I beg to differ. I also think the 19 is snappier than the 15. I need an explanation- I know they are not the same, and I know the 15s exhaust is identical to my 13 Ram 5.7. Thanks.
15-16 have very quiet exhausts (2.25" piping). The reason I love the 15-16 RT is they have the RT Road & Track trim with the upgraded rear axle ratio 3.07 & suspension/tires/Heritage R/T badging on seats etc. The 17+ RT have better exhausts because of the wider 2.75" exhaust pipes stock & similar mufflers/resonators as the 392/hellcats. The 17+ RT's may sound louder out of factory but the 2.65 gearing will hold you back performance wise vs a 15-16 RT Road & Track like mine. The 15-19 RT all have "Super Track Pack" option which includes uconnect goodies & mis. stuff. In the end they all make the same HP/Torque - but the 3.07 gears makes a big difference off the line & low end wise. BTW congrats on the new RT - def a badass ride.
@@RTLife Thanks bud. I knew there was something different about the pipes. Thanks for clearing things up. Definitely like to hook wit u sometime, and have some fun!
if its a 6.4 daytona yes. (big brakes, wider wheels, sport suspension, Better interior, Mopar CAI) if its a 5.7 no. Get the RT more value for the dollar
they still look great. No issues here. There is lots of performance differences between the 2 daytonas. I just wish they didn't short change the 5.7 Daytona on the performance stuff in the 17s and 18s. 19s dodge fixed it. Gave the 5.7s the 4 pot brakes and the sport suspension to go with the looks
I just yes drove a base ‘17 RT and Daytona. It is just insane how much different the Daytona is. The RT would be a fine everyday cruiser, although I’d want the Alcantara seats as I couldn’t get comfy in the leather ones. The Daytona is payback for everyone who has ever wronged you. Holy cow it was just a beast. What a great car. I can’t imagine what a hellcat would be like, and I was shocked at how different it was from the regular RT. God bless you dodge for bringing that into the world.
You saying the stock exhaust on the Daytona sounds like the normal rt with a muffler delete really helps me with what I’m trying to do with my Daytona. I am on the fence about a muffler delete because of my active exhaust
I like the decal around the back. I haven't put it on yet but I picked up a blank decal set from E-bay that will add the Daytona style decal on the back, minus it saying Daytona on it. My plan is to R/T decal on the sides where it normally would say Daytona.
I like the Daytona's.nice review.i can't wait till my dealership gets the 19 Challenger scatpack widebody in.they gave me permission to do a review plus test drive.i give All the credit to you rt for giving me the inspiration to do this stuff.your friend for life and best fan.phil from southern rural ohii
Nice! Def looking forward to your review on the widebody. That should be a lot of fun for you. I'm subbed so when you upload that video I will not miss it. Great stuff & thank you for the support
Have a 15rt & imo the Daytona does have a better appearance package. It does come some newer upgrades which the rt didn't come with so yes it's worth the extra.
Dodge fixed all the problems you talked about with the 18-19 R/T super track paks, thats why the Daytona package is dieing out, cause the super track paks
The MSRP on a new 345 Daytona seems a little high for what it is. The window sticker on mine said almost 47k. However, I bought my 2017 345 Daytona used, so the price made more sense for me. The technology, look and sound of the car definitely makes it feel like a great purchase. The looks it gets don't hurt either. Some may look down on it because it looks like an SRT, but the regular 2018 R/T's are coming out with the same fascia with the STP. It's a good change IMO.
Most that get these Daytona's seem to get some kind of good deal or discount. It really is nice though, I'm uploading a video on the 2019 RT's tonight.
No disrespect at all and congratulations on your vehicle purchased. But there are apps where you can buy car from other dealership brand new at a used car price. Like the scat pack 6.4 for $39998 2017 or 5.7 scatpack for $34k , that's what I have done before.
I hear ya about the app. I used car gurus and picked mine up from a dealer. It was a trade in and had 7600 miles on it for 28.5k. They were pretty motivated to sell as the newer models were coming in.
As a owner of a06 top banana yellow daytona rt i really like this one yellow and that lime green they put on them just set them off makes me want to get a new one too not trading my 06 though so itll be awhile before i can achieve that goal
Do the side window wind deflectors help? What brand are these. I just bought a 19 R/T and can’t believe how much wind buffeting there is when the window is rolled down. Great looking Daytona!
I got a 16 RT..borla cat back, kn Intake, modern muscle tbody...plenty power..good to go. It really comes down to what you want. Personally SRT body kit is tacky.
The Daytona is definitely a great option that Dodge has done. Great review video brother! His yellow Daytona looks really nice and the lowering springs give it that nice aggressive look! What did Tunnel Chaser do!? That looked like a hell of a burn out!!!
I have a 17 rt and my best friend has a Daytona 17 rt. I hate to say this but its the same car. It just looks like a scat pack. That's it. Even the air intake does anything different.
Makes me miss my Daytona 😭😭😭😭😭 he needs a mid muffler delete! The interior is a bit more loaded compared to the R/T. I wanted to lower mine! That just looks great lowered!
Awesome review and calab video man. Double Yellow has a great channel and that Daytona is bad ass! The 2017's kind of make you feel like the 2015's & 2016's are a lower trim level with that active exhaust and the SRT body kit. I love my R/T but I hate it at the same time because it's just a base model R/T....there's so much mines didn't come with😪😢😞😟😕😔
2016 R/T I was extremely lucky to find my Daytona at a very affordable price. I wouldn’t have ended up with it otherwise. Just the right place at the right time 😁 your R/T is still badass.
We had the 2015 RT Charger very nice and quick now we have 2018 Daytona Charger 392 also 2018 charger Hellcat. Not knocking the RT or the 5.7 but no comparison when it comes to our 392 or the Hellcat just insane!
It's all good. Doesn't really take much to get the 5.7L running with a 392, they bottle the hell out of the 5.7L out of factory. Keep on enjoying those hemi's
A Daytona is basically a super hooked up R/T. Both 375 HP. Daytona looks better , feels a little better, interior is better. I added a CAI to mine with 4 Quad Tips and removed the headers, Now I’m pushing out close to 600+ HP
Yeah that car looks hot man I love seeing that old AAR Cuda style Hood on the new Mopars. Do you know if his has the hood scoop diverted over to a cold air intake
R/T Life just nosey. No snobbery, but with having the cold air intake on mine the hood scoop is hooked up that's why I was asking. Doesn't matter though still love the car
I also tested the Daytona is pretty awesome. And the RT. I thought you’re pretty damn close myself the hellcat though was just on believable just a price tag was $73,000 I got my scat pack around 40. I figure I can build it getting ready to order a pro charger deafly before Christmas just want to take care of the loan for us to get it done never had one before😊👍 Pro charger supposed to boosted by 200+ horsepower have to wait and see😎Pretty good video
You're wrong about them being identical. The Daytona has the functional hood scoop and a real cold air intake. You also get the Super Track Pak option and performance suspension. Also the limiter is bumped up to 150mph instead of the 135 for the plain R/T. You should do some research about these cars.
Both have the same HP/Torque, both have the same 0-60 & 1/4 mile times. Actually the blue one is an 15 R/T Road & Track which is a better performance package - comes with performance pages, upgraded rear gearing, suspension & wheels/tires. Making a big deal over such little differences is comical. None of them are game changers.
@@RTLifeI'm hearing from dodge that the daytona is tuned a little differently than average r/t from factory because of the Mopar CAI. The horsepower and torque is closer to 400 but dodge doesn't list it. It's definitely snappier and sounds different stock than standard r/t. I've had BOTH!
I'm shopping Chargers and have sort of picked out an Octane Red R/T. Sell me on getting the Daytona package! I'm not real crazy about all the vinyl decals and prefer stealth when I run with someone. If the hardware is worth the package you may have sold me on it.
Okay, scrapped the red and going full black everything. The solid black, regardless of Florida sunshine, looks bad-ass! Also, the Daytona vinyl badges blend in to the color and look so subtle instead of stand-out, which is what I want.
Nice car but I think Dodge discontinued the Daytona for 2019. The seats are really comfortable. My 18 R/T exhaust sounds the same; really good. I get double takes when they see my GEEZER butt running out of the neighborhood. Question; where can I get the HEMI 5.7 badges and the R/T for the trunk deck. Car is white. The pair you have on BLUE looks really good. GEEZER R/T
Personally I'd probably just use the extra money to modify my rt rather than getting the nicer Daytona or even just pull the trigger on a scat pack 1320. Also just ordered my diablo trinity t2 with a dyno tune coming soon 😀
RO GUERRA seats are different, upgraded brake pads, and a cold air intake. Not a complete transformation from an R/T. The Daytona 392’s have a few more upgrades
Please, someone volunteer to let R/T Life drive your 5.7 Chrysler 300 S . I sure would like to see how it compares to the R/T. I would but I live in Oregon.
Scat and the SRT are the same diffs with 3.09 limited slip. Hell cats get a 2.62 limited slip. Rt with road and track gets 3.07 open diff, all others get 2.62 open diff... As far as my research has shown.
Not being biased or anything but the Daytona is worth the extra $. Completely neutral opinion 😂😂😂
Def an awesome ride! Thank you for letting me take it for a spin. Awesome hanging out with you
R/T Life anytime brotha. Someone is quick to hit that dislike lol.
haters are creepy supporters - nothing I can do about that hahahaha! We will hangout soon man
I'm not biased either, but I think it's worth it!
Daytona 5.7 that’s two unbiased opinions! 🤣🤣🤣
The Daytona 5.7 is a great value. It's basically the base R/T + Plus Package + Super Track Pak + Blacktop + Hyper Black II Wheels - if you want all of those things, it costs less than an R/T optioned-out - and you get the roof and Daytona decal package.
Yah I agree with you - it's the best of the best the 5.7L can offer. I really enjoyed the hell out of driving it
You couldn't have said it better haha. It was the right price for all the bells and whistles. Plus it's yellow! Bonus for me lol
Don't like the big decals but with the black paint they'll disappear enough. It's what's under the decals that I want.
Yo whats the difference between the Daytona rt and the regular rt in Chargers?
As a senior hot rodder, basically a corvette guy, I am amazed at all of the 4 door performance cars. Back in the day only 2 door cars were performance oriented.
Yah it's pretty cool for guys that have a family - they have the performance when no one is around hahaha
That first punch that pushes you back in the seat never gets old...i always do that unexpectedly to my passengers...haha....Nice Daytona
hahahaha it's so fun! This def has it. Drop a gear & watch the fear
yeah no complaints on my 5.7 daytona.. I recently did a mid muffler delete and now has a meaner growl to it. Cold starts are awesome. Daytona's in AZ seem to be holding their price better than a standard RT. BUT still salty as hell that you can get the SRT styling in any model now. Im waiting for the caravan to get a hellcat hood =P
A mid delete with these active exhausts sound so damn awesome. I was kicking around the idea of putting those active resonators on in place of my flowmasters
That's when I buy Chevy! lol
As far as 5.7 Daytona's go they should have the four piston brembos like the Scat Pack.
I agree - they def should come with upgraded brakes
I ordered the heavy-duty brake package for my 17 Daytona same size rotors and calipers but more aggressive brake pad material with heavy-duty brake lines. At 27000 miles the brake pads are starting to look a little thin especially in the front.
Always wanted a Daytona. They definitely have a huge "wow" factor despite the engine choice.
yah they are awesome - def have a big wow factor. I loved driving it & man it def is great looking ride
I’m not a dodge guy but these damn things is growing on me 😂 gotta stop watching gon break my wallet
Glad you were able to meet Double Yellow 857 and take his Daytona for a spin, he is a cool guy!! I love my Daytona, I love the hood with the decal, it reminds me of my 73 Charger which also had a blacked out hood bulge. Even after driving my friends Scat Pack this last weekend, I jumped into my Daytona and still love it! That's the great thing about the Charger and Challenger line up is the is a model for every taste!
There is def something special about the Daytona. When driving it, just feels different. The history behind it is awesome as well
For the guys that get an R/T and then get aftermarket trim kits to make it look like a scat, I think it makes more sense to just go the factory route and get the 345 daytona. Me personally, I like the look of my R/T.
I'm with you on that - I love the look of our RT's. We stand out from the crowd so much at these meets
Few things to add from my side (Daytona 345 owner)..Daytona comes with OE high end performance tires "Eagle F1 Super Car" which has an amazing grip on corners..R/T on the other hand comes with a "v-good" OE Goodyear tires; they are Goodyear as well but not as the ones on the Daytona.
The other thing is the gear ratio. The Daytona is programmed to have quicker gear shifts and more sporty feel; it is really clear especially on slow speeds and parking-lot driving. The car feels like a breathing Dragon that wants to get free. Totally different level of behaviour than what you'd get from an R/T.
The third thing is the CAI that comes as OE part, the whistling sound "something like what a supercharged car would do" is not available on R/T.
Finally, Daytona is built for track-stuff and racing, for instance it has all the gadgets for laptime, 0-60, 0-100, G-force, breaking distance...etc. while these only come on an R/T if the "Super Track Pack package" is equipped.
The only bad thing about the Daytona (in my humble opinion) is the lack of a better cooling system and a stand-alone gearbox cooler. Plus, the breaks could be bigger and bitter "you get the brembo only with the 392 Daytona, not available on 345 as standard equipment".
My two cents and hope this helps.
What are the gear ratios?
@@1980hardhitter rear differential with a 2.62 axle ratio.
@@globalsanfranciscan5601 ok thanks. So same as the RT? I also have the 2017 in Daytona, destroyer grey
I purchased a 2017 Daytona Go Mango and I love it. It's my baby and I like It and and would not traded it for anything. I have the police follow me around town but that is ok. Good review go Dodge.
They really are awesome rides - keep on enjoying it & that's such a great color for a Daytona. Thank you
Good choice! Go Mango is very vibrant and turns heads all day. Glad to hear you're enjoying it 👍
FTP
It's pretty much a blend of Scat Pack and SRT 392. It has 6-piston brembos and probably more luxury features than a Scat Pack. I can't knock the 5.7 either because all you need to do is heads cam and maybe stroke it and you have 392 power. The only catch with the 392 saw that you have to pay a gas guzzler tax.
yah it doesn't take much to get these 5.7L Hemi's moving! Either way these things are a lot of fun
No need to stroke it...heads, Intake, throttle body from modern muscle, headers and tune... now you running with 392's and that 5.7 motor is lighter.
No offense to anyone with a Daytona, but I personally dont see the value over a base R/T esp as a daily driver. Dont get me wrong though, if I could get a good deal on a Daytona, I'd hop on it. My problem is, for 4-5k more over a base RT, it's not giving me more power. And for a few grand over a 345 Daytona, I could get a Scatpack....Reports are saying that the 2019 base RT is getting a styling update to align it with Daytona and above Chargers. This makes the Daytona less desirable/exclusive.
That is correct. The 2019 RTs will look like the 392. moparinsiders.com/2019-dodge-charger-r-t-pricing-and-options-list/
It would come down to cost for me. Or simply just get a 2019 RT. For extra the $5K, might as well get the Scat.
Just saw someone comment this earlier! Wow this is def interesting
I really like the way the Daytona+ Chargers look. That would be my main reason for buying one over a base RT. Now that theyll look the same, there should be less of a gap in pricing between them.
wayde philpot I feel you man but Dodge has been doing this for years. Trickling down parts. I’m not surprised to see the 2019 RT look the way it does. Look at how they’ve been treating the Challengers. They all look the same and now it’s the Chargers turn. It works as far as profit goes so why not?
I agree as far as price. I did not and will never paid window sticker for a car. If they didn’t give me a great price I would’ve gone with a none Daytona RT too
Looks like Dodge is dropping the Daytona from the lineup in 2019. Theyll prob just offer tech and performance packages to the base RT.....Hopefully the cost of 2017-18 Daytonas come down a little to give potential buyers more options.
It was for me. Loved my 5.7 Daytona.👍👍😎🇺🇸 Added the performance package from the factory, 9 in wheels, handled like it was on rails. Did not need to be lowered imho.
Dodge has to many models for me to keep up with
hahaha so damn true! They really do have so many
Very nice ride. I have a '13 Daytona. I like that feeling of exclusivity from having one.
As far as the exhaust, I can tell the difference. The yellow Daytona gets the thumbs up from me.
Great vid. Keep me coming.
They certainly feel specials esp. to those that know a little mopar history. Keep on enjoying that Hemi - they're awesome
Love grey paint on the daytonas. Or white with the black decals looks good also
They do look awesome in Destroyer Grey - very slick looking ride no doubt about it
As I said on a previous post, I purchased a '19 R/T blacktop package, B5 blue w/ rally stripes a few weeks back. Before I bought the 19, I test drove a 15 like yours (but virgin.) Now, when I got in the 19, there was a distinct difference in the exhaust (much louder.) My wife even noticed. The salesman assured me it is the exact same exhaust as any other R/T. I beg to differ. I also think the 19 is snappier than the 15. I need an explanation- I know they are not the same, and I know the 15s exhaust is identical to my 13 Ram 5.7. Thanks.
15-16 have very quiet exhausts (2.25" piping). The reason I love the 15-16 RT is they have the RT Road & Track trim with the upgraded rear axle ratio 3.07 & suspension/tires/Heritage R/T badging on seats etc. The 17+ RT have better exhausts because of the wider 2.75" exhaust pipes stock & similar mufflers/resonators as the 392/hellcats. The 17+ RT's may sound louder out of factory but the 2.65 gearing will hold you back performance wise vs a 15-16 RT Road & Track like mine. The 15-19 RT all have "Super Track Pack" option which includes uconnect goodies & mis. stuff. In the end they all make the same HP/Torque - but the 3.07 gears makes a big difference off the line & low end wise. BTW congrats on the new RT - def a badass ride.
@@RTLife Thanks bud. I knew there was something different about the pipes. Thanks for clearing things up. Definitely like to hook wit u sometime, and have some fun!
if its a 6.4 daytona yes. (big brakes, wider wheels, sport suspension, Better interior, Mopar CAI) if its a 5.7 no. Get the RT more value for the dollar
Don't sell the 5.7L Daytona short man - def an awesome looking ride
they still look great. No issues here. There is lots of performance differences between the 2 daytonas. I just wish they didn't short change the 5.7 Daytona on the performance stuff in the 17s and 18s. 19s dodge fixed it. Gave the 5.7s the 4 pot brakes and the sport suspension to go with the looks
I just yes drove a base ‘17 RT and Daytona. It is just insane how much different the Daytona is. The RT would be a fine everyday cruiser, although I’d want the Alcantara seats as I couldn’t get comfy in the leather ones.
The Daytona is payback for everyone who has ever wronged you. Holy cow it was just a beast. What a great car. I can’t imagine what a hellcat would be like, and I was shocked at how different it was from the regular RT. God bless you dodge for bringing that into the world.
You saying the stock exhaust on the Daytona sounds like the normal rt with a muffler delete really helps me with what I’m trying to do with my Daytona. I am on the fence about a muffler delete because of my active exhaust
Love the daytonas.. the color really sets them off
yah this color really is awesome! Looks great with the black decals to
FCA has been on point brining great colors to production. Have you seen the pictures for Lime Green? 🤤🤤🤤 Absolutely stunning
Great video Man!! Awesome review. I always wondered about exactly what you guys talked about. That Daytona is so nice.
Thanks man - yah this Daytona is really awesome. We had a good time hanging out
The daytona exhaust note is way deeper and refined than the red 5.7. That exhaust sounded more raspy
All you guys car are 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thanks man I really appreciate it!
I like the decal around the back. I haven't put it on yet but I picked up a blank decal set from E-bay that will add the Daytona style decal on the back, minus it saying Daytona on it. My plan is to R/T decal on the sides where it normally would say Daytona.
Eric Schell I would love to see a video of that. Sounds like it would look badass 👍
Sounds good.
Love the car BTW.
Eric Schell thanks my man, I appreciate it!
U should post it man would like to see ur ride!!!
thank you!
I was looking for this exact sort of video.
I like the Daytona's.nice review.i can't wait till my dealership gets the 19 Challenger scatpack widebody in.they gave me permission to do a review plus test drive.i give All the credit to you rt for giving me the inspiration to do this stuff.your friend for life and best fan.phil from southern rural ohii
Nice! Def looking forward to your review on the widebody. That should be a lot of fun for you. I'm subbed so when you upload that video I will not miss it. Great stuff & thank you for the support
Awesome review, my buddy’s Daytona got me wanting the Charger after I traded my Challenger.
hahaha! Yah these Chargers are great. The Daytona really is nice - I enjoyed driving it no doubt about it
ive been trying to figure out what a Daytona is for months now. Good to know its basically an STP
Have a 15rt & imo the Daytona does have a better appearance package. It does come some newer upgrades which the rt didn't come with so yes it's worth the extra.
yah it has more of the bells & whistles - def a lot of fun to drive & very comfortable
That daytona is a very nice trim level. I'd love to take a spin in it.
hahah yah man! It really is a lot of fun. Def a cool car no doubt about it
Dodge fixed all the problems you talked about with the 18-19 R/T super track paks, thats why the Daytona package is dieing out, cause the super track paks
yah the 19+ RT super track pack pretty much took all the appeal away from getting a Daytona 5.7.
I'm grinding my way up to a 392 Daytona if not a 392 challenger shaker plus, both cars are beautiful & definitely worth the extra money
yah those are 2 very solid options no doubt about it. The shaker is so damn nice - wish they had that for the Chargers.
@@RTLife yea they sell the shaker kit for the older body chargers I'm hoping they make it for the new ones. That's definitely a mod I would do
The MSRP on a new 345 Daytona seems a little high for what it is. The window sticker on mine said almost 47k. However, I bought my 2017 345 Daytona used, so the price made more sense for me. The technology, look and sound of the car definitely makes it feel like a great purchase. The looks it gets don't hurt either. Some may look down on it because it looks like an SRT, but the regular 2018 R/T's are coming out with the same fascia with the STP. It's a good change IMO.
Most that get these Daytona's seem to get some kind of good deal or discount. It really is nice though, I'm uploading a video on the 2019 RT's tonight.
No disrespect at all and congratulations on your vehicle purchased.
But there are apps where you can buy car from other dealership brand new at a used car price.
Like the scat pack 6.4 for $39998 2017 or 5.7 scatpack for $34k , that's what I have done before.
I hear ya about the app. I used car gurus and picked mine up from a dealer. It was a trade in and had 7600 miles on it for 28.5k. They were pretty motivated to sell as the newer models were coming in.
T/A & DAYTONA....a combo that never goes wrong
yah both are awesome trim levels
The Daytona Edition is the only way to go. Regardless of what’s under the hood. It’s a limited edition. Period.
The Daytona is def an awesome ride no doubt about it
As a owner of a06 top banana yellow daytona rt i really like this one yellow and that lime green they put on them just set them off makes me want to get a new one too not trading my 06 though so itll be awhile before i can achieve that goal
yah they're great looking rides no doubt about it. The yellow is def an eye grabber
Do the side window wind deflectors help? What brand are these. I just bought a 19 R/T and can’t believe how much wind buffeting there is when the window is rolled down. Great looking Daytona!
Awesome R/T Life 《☆》Black on yellow looks great. Good collab getting his channel going ☻
yah this thing is really nice looking! Def a cool guy to hangout with as well
I got a 16 RT..borla cat back, kn Intake, modern muscle tbody...plenty power..good to go. It really comes down to what you want. Personally SRT body kit is tacky.
I love that our RT's stand out while at meets - everyone has the SRT style. These 5.7L Hemi's are great
Used I would say they are worth it all day. New... Idk. I would do a lot of homework before deciding since the price point is right with a scat.
Most Daytona owners seem to get some kind of a discount or something - but man these things are awesome looking. Very sharp & fun to drive
The Daytona is definitely a great option that Dodge has done. Great review video brother! His yellow Daytona looks really nice and the lowering springs give it that nice aggressive look! What did Tunnel Chaser do!? That looked like a hell of a burn out!!!
yah the lowering springs really set it off nicely! I will be uploading a video likely tomorrow of tunnel chaser pulling a mustang hahahah
R/T Life Hahaha ok looking forward to it as long as nothing or no one got hurt or damaged!
We have a 2021 daytona black and it performs really well and sounds great! Imo, pretty good bang for you buck.
The daytona is just different. The sound, the snappiness, the cold air intake/tune from factory, ect.
Yoo thats crazy what happened at the end with the challenger crash maybe??
He went Mustang on us! Next upload it has the ending of that awesome driving hahaha
maybe the upload tomorrow - just found out some cool news
Please dont tell me the demon got damaged. Tunnel seemed to handle it no prob
You mentioned that you put bigger tires on the rear.... what size did you put?
I put 275 in front with 315 in the back
I have a 17 rt and my best friend has a Daytona 17 rt. I hate to say this but its the same car. It just looks like a scat pack. That's it. Even the air intake does anything different.
performance wise they are identical. The Daytona though is awesome - has the looks! I love the history behind it as well
I have a Daytona it’s the same engine as a R/T but my Daytona is a lot more loaded
Makes me miss my Daytona 😭😭😭😭😭 he needs a mid muffler delete! The interior is a bit more loaded compared to the R/T. I wanted to lower mine! That just looks great lowered!
You will get another one... I see a 392 Daytona in your future though!
@@RTLife I wish. Maybe one day!
I know the early Daytona was a better version of the RT. Is it the same still? Or is it a premium edition? Looks bad af man found a maroon one 💪🏻
Awesome review and calab video man. Double Yellow has a great channel and that Daytona is bad ass! The 2017's kind of make you feel like the 2015's & 2016's are a lower trim level with that active exhaust and the SRT body kit. I love my R/T but I hate it at the same time because it's just a base model R/T....there's so much mines didn't come with😪😢😞😟😕😔
2016 R/T I was extremely lucky to find my Daytona at a very affordable price. I wouldn’t have ended up with it otherwise. Just the right place at the right time 😁 your R/T is still badass.
yah he's def a really cool guy - we ended up hanging out after the event. Def had a good time & man that Daytona is awesome
We had the 2015 RT Charger very nice and quick now we have 2018 Daytona Charger 392 also 2018 charger Hellcat. Not knocking the RT or the 5.7 but no comparison when it comes to our 392 or the Hellcat just insane!
It's all good. Doesn't really take much to get the 5.7L running with a 392, they bottle the hell out of the 5.7L out of factory. Keep on enjoying those hemi's
Nice review.
Glad there's multiple trims to choose from, I believe there should be a wider gap between levels myself.
I agree with you - they should make each trim unique so people know. BUT... it's more profitable for them to do it like this.
Options are always good though & Dodge has plenty of them
Lowering spring type & how low front/rear? Looks good!
Eiback sportline springs - dropped the height about 1.8". Thanks man, I def love the look
A Daytona is basically a super hooked up R/T. Both 375 HP. Daytona looks better , feels a little better, interior is better. I added a CAI to mine with 4 Quad Tips and removed the headers, Now I’m pushing out close to 600+ HP
Great drive and interview. I’ve been enjoying his channel.
yah he's a really cool guy - was able to hangout with him after the meet. Great looking ride no doubt about it
Loving the appearance on the red charger did u guys drop the car? What other mods appearance wise did the owner have done ?
Yeah that car looks hot man I love seeing that old AAR Cuda style Hood on the new Mopars. Do you know if his has the hood scoop diverted over to a cold air intake
That hood scoop doesn't connect to the intake - but it does likely help engine temps a little. Mostly about the style though
R/T Life just nosey. No snobbery, but with having the cold air intake on mine the hood scoop is hooked up that's why I was asking. Doesn't matter though still love the car
I also tested the Daytona is pretty awesome. And the RT. I thought you’re pretty damn close myself the hellcat though was just on believable just a price tag was $73,000 I got my scat pack around 40. I figure I can build it getting ready to order a pro charger deafly before Christmas just want to take care of the loan for us to get it done never had one before😊👍 Pro charger supposed to boosted by 200+ horsepower have to wait and see😎Pretty good video
Can't go wrong with a scat pack - bang for buck it's hard to beat! I just love the history behind the Daytona. Keep on enjoying that Hemi
Love the vid. I see the leash in the back. I'm guessing it's to keep the pooch from sliding around. I'm scared to let my dogs in my 5.7 Daytona
Great video man car looks sick and I like the yellow on the Dayton
Would be so cool if all of us did a photo shoot together!
R/T Life let’s make it happen man it’s not like we can’t do it
Ooooo photoshoot! I've been needing to take some photos. Let's work out a time when the weather warms up
Hey, I'm from/live in Massachusetts too! Buying a Daytona R/T soon.
I like the Challenger but the charger just looks kinda funny looking to me especially from the side view
Do you know if MDG collections and double yellow have the same interior opinions?
Not sure about that - most likely they're similar
You're wrong about them being identical. The Daytona has the functional hood scoop and a real cold air intake. You also get the Super Track Pak option and performance suspension. Also the limiter is bumped up to 150mph instead of the 135 for the plain R/T. You should do some research about these cars.
Both have the same HP/Torque, both have the same 0-60 & 1/4 mile times. Actually the blue one is an 15 R/T Road & Track which is a better performance package - comes with performance pages, upgraded rear gearing, suspension & wheels/tires. Making a big deal over such little differences is comical. None of them are game changers.
@@RTLife You have no empirical evidence. You should buy a g-meter and test your R/T, then the Daytona.
@@mikethacker8558 Or you can do that. Maybe do a little research yourself & then speak to me about trim levels / performance & package details.
@@RTLifeI'm hearing from dodge that the daytona is tuned a little differently than average r/t from factory because of the Mopar CAI. The horsepower and torque is closer to 400 but dodge doesn't list it. It's definitely snappier and sounds different stock than standard r/t. I've had BOTH!
@@mikethacker8558The daytona is different than standard r/t. Different tune from factory because of the CAI
I have a 2018 RT it’s basically the Daytona just without the trim
I would totally say it's worth it really like my My Daytona 5.7 especially because of the scatpack seats but it's slow...
I'm shopping Chargers and have sort of picked out an Octane Red R/T. Sell me on getting the Daytona package! I'm not real crazy about all the vinyl decals and prefer stealth when I run with someone. If the hardware is worth the package you may have sold me on it.
Okay, scrapped the red and going full black everything. The solid black, regardless of Florida sunshine, looks bad-ass! Also, the Daytona vinyl badges blend in to the color and look so subtle instead of stand-out, which is what I want.
Nice car but I think Dodge discontinued the Daytona for 2019. The seats are really comfortable. My 18 R/T exhaust sounds the same; really good. I get double takes when they see my GEEZER butt running out of the neighborhood. Question; where can I get the HEMI 5.7
badges and the R/T for the trunk deck. Car is white. The pair you have on BLUE looks really good. GEEZER R/T
Yah that's where I go them, Ebay. I love them so much. Goes nicely with the rest of the styling i have
Thank you
Mr. R/T Life----Thank you
I have a 2019 Daytona 5.7 fully loaded luxury is all there
Awesome video bro appreciate you getting the sound just right can feel Horsepower through the phone👌💪🤟
Best way to watch these is with headphones - you can really hear that Hemi!
nice video, i love my 2018 charger daytona r/t 5.7L octane red
The Daytona is a great ride - def rare around me
Quick question bro..where can I find the night rider looking hood scoop lights?
Ask the channel "FP2000" - he has it. Def will tell you where he got it
I chose the R/T Blacktop over the Daytona. I’ll m not disappointed in the least.
Yeah he has a very nice ride, I follow his videos. Real cool guy
yah he def has an awesome looking ride! We had a good time. When am I reviewing that Charger?!
@@RTLife lmao, soon. I do want someone with a V8 to compare it to theirs so perfect!
Thanks for the kind words Jay. I appreciate it. I'd love to see your ride on RT Life's channel 👍
Bad ass car man love that yellow one but man ur car I like it more lol HEMI ALL DAY EVERY DAMN DAY
yah I love my RT - damn thing is so much fun & looks great to. I appreciate it
Did you also change the Shocks when you lowered your daytona?
I didn't on my RT- I don't believe he did as well
R/T Life thanks man , Great videos btw.
I kept the factory shocks. They've been performing well. The ride is less bouncy but I think that has more to do with the springs than shocks.
@@DoubleYellow857 how much lower did you get the car with the lowering springs? I have the exact same yellow jacket Daytona! 👍🏻
That’s it Rt test drive all you can brother enjoy!
Def having a lot of fun! Will keep on enjoying these cars as long as I can
R/T Life give me a call tomorrow around 1pm bude.
I bought the Daytona 392 over the SRT!
It has an awesome history behind it - I love the trim. Means something in the mopar community
If you had to do it again would you go with Shortys or longtubes?
Shorty all day long for my purposes. Having it lowered makes me even more happy I went shorty. I really didn't want to bust a weld
@@RTLife Headers are gonna be my next performance mod, but it's so hard to choose shortys because they get such a bad rap
Personally I'd probably just use the extra money to modify my rt rather than getting the nicer Daytona or even just pull the trigger on a scat pack 1320. Also just ordered my diablo trinity t2 with a dyno tune coming soon 😀
I hear you on that. These really do look & drive great though. Let me know how the T2 & dyno tune works out for you! I hope you see some solid gains
So Decals body kit and rims and what else is the diff?
RO GUERRA seats are different, upgraded brake pads, and a cold air intake. Not a complete transformation from an R/T. The Daytona 392’s have a few more upgrades
YUP
Love the videos... keep doing. What ya doin
Thank you I really appreciate the support. Def having a lot of fun
Yellow is a very nice color for a charger.
yah it pops really nice
Just want that exhaust sound on my rt! Dam it sound good.
It really does sound so damn awesome! Those active resonators
I subscribed because of the quality
Thank you - I really appreciate the support
Oh man. What happened to dudes challenger at the end of the video?
I have a 2019 Daytona 392 and its special 👍🏻
Best thing I ever bought
Worth it!
Im surprised that you didn't feel or a difference with the daytona because of the cai and the catback
hard for me to really tell - at this point my RT was modded. The Daytona is def a nice ride though
Please, someone volunteer to let R/T Life drive your 5.7 Chrysler 300 S . I sure would like to see how it compares to the R/T. I would but I live in Oregon.
I would love to drive a 300 with the Hemi in it. Great looking rides with a nice amount of performance
about to buy a 2019 daytona tomorrow
I have to say that yellow pops ....
it really does right! Def makes it stand out nicely
R/T Life definitely
R/T Life not how he kept that car clean from Boston lol
I wish I could've cleaned it up more. A long road trip to that meet and I just had no energy haha
Where did u get your finders badge Daytona
I would shoot him a message - his channel link is in the description
Please have him message me
what kinda lowering springs are on it?
what is the difference between rt vs rallye vs daytona
Rallye v6 - RT 5.7L v8 - Daytona Upgraded RT
Where can I get those Daytona side stickers
Doesn't the Daytona have different gearing than the rt for better acceleration ?
I don't believe it does. I believe they still have the 2.62's.
Nope same rear end as a Scat and SRT
SNKY Solez not the same as the scat but the same as the RT.
@@pmtnyc1 ok because of the 5.7
Scat and the SRT are the same diffs with 3.09 limited slip. Hell cats get a 2.62 limited slip. Rt with road and track gets 3.07 open diff, all others get 2.62 open diff... As far as my research has shown.
I haven’t been lying bro just watch me soon either these or s hellcat I put that on god , I’ve just been waiting patiently
Get it man! I hope you land a hellcat
i’m sold