2008 Dodge Viper Review

Find your car!

Make

Model

The Dodge Viper gets some significant mechanical improvements for 2008 that bring its performance up to a new level. Its aluminum-block V10 engine has been increased to 8.4 liters and now includes variable valve timing, along with a new two-piece intake manifold and dual electronic throttle control. The engine now gets an oil system adapted from competition engines, for improved oil pressure during high revving and hard cornering.

The Viper is available in two models: coupe and roadster. The coupe has the memorable "double-bubble" roof styling while the roadster comes with a soft-top convertible arrangement and safety cage.

To handle the increases in power, the Viper gets a new twin-disc clutch, which brings a better pedal feel, too, and the Tremec... see more

The Dodge Viper gets some significant mechanical improvements for 2008 that bring its performance up to a new level. Its aluminum-block V10 engine has been increased to 8.4 liters and now includes variable valve timing, along with a new two-piece intake manifold and dual electronic throttle control. The engine now gets an oil system adapted from competition engines, for improved oil pressure during high revving and hard cornering.

The Viper is available in two models: coupe and roadster. The coupe has the memorable "double-bubble" roof styling while the roadster comes with a soft-top convertible arrangement and safety cage.

To handle the increases in power, the Viper gets a new twin-disc clutch, which brings a better pedal feel, too, and the Tremec six-speed manual transmission now has wider gears and new synchronizers. There's also a new transmission cooler to help increase reliability during hard use.

Stronger brakes match the boost in power as well. The new brakes use Brembo dual opposing piston calipers on all four wheels and 14-inch rotors; according to Dodge, the Viper can stop from 60 mph in fewer than 100 feet. Anti-lock brakes are standard on the Viper, along with adjustable pedals.

The suspension employs aluminum control arms, with lightweight coil-over-shocks. There are three different wheel styles available, including a new "Razor" wheel design and new Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires.

The interior is now available in multiple colors-a total of four in addition to black-and there's now an element of customization with several different bezel finishes. A navigation system is also available.
After a one-year absence, Dodge's iconic, V10-powered sports car is back for 2008 with extensive mechanical changes, along with changes to the hood and front end. Most notably, the Viper's V10 engine has been expanded to 8.4 liters and now makes 600 horsepower-90 more than in the previous version. Also, the six-speed manual transmission has been improved, and there's a new speed-sensing limited-slip differential. The run-flat tires have been replaced with Pilot Sport PS2 performance tires and a new wheel design.

The Viper's color and trim choices have been greatly expanded for 2008. Inside, there are four new color combinations, and a choice of new bezel finishes. And there are five new exterior colors: Venom Red, Snakeskin Green, Viper Violet, Viper Orange, and Bright Blue. see less

Trims	City MPG	Hwy MPG	MSRP	Invoice	Displacement	Engine
2dr Conv SRT10	13	22	$85,545	$78,380	8.4L/512	Gas V10
2dr Cpe SRT10	13	22	$86,295	$79,048	8.4L/512	Gas V10

provided by

Â 2008 DODGE VIPER STYLING | [10 out of 10]

Car and Driver: "Much more aggressive hood that takes its inspiration from the Competition coupe"
Cars.com: "Styling as the stuff of grade-school boys' daydreams"
Kelley Blue Book: "SRT overdid its self-proclaimed race-inspired image"

Few cars on the road today have the presence or sheer sinister look of the 2008 Dodge Viper, and the Dodge Viper 2008 ACR package kicks the styling further over the top.

For 2008, Edmunds says that "the 2008 Dodge Viper SRT-10 is available as either a two-seat coupe or a soft-top roadster," On the regular Dodge Viper 2008 coupe and convertible, Cars.com notes that "some observers dismiss the Viper's styling as the stuff of grade-school boys' daydreams," but reviews read by TheCarConnection.com agree that the styling is perfectly suited to the Dodge Viper. Kelley Blue Book writes that the 2008 Dodge Viper's "more angular front end is highlighted by a large, functional air-intake scoop," and "also on the hood are a half-dozen vents that let air out of the engine compartment."

(see full review)

2008 Dodge Viper

See more 2008 Dodge Viper cars