page_title: Dodge Magnum
section_title: 2008 changes
hierarchical_section_title: Dodge Magnum / Chrysler LX platform (2005–2008; second generation) / 2008 changes
caption_attribution_description: 2008 Dodge Magnum photographed at the 2008 Washington DC Auto Show.
context_page_description: The Dodge Magnum is a nameplate used by several Dodge vehicles, at different times and on various markets. The name was first applied to a large Chrysler B platform-based 2-door coupe marketed from 1978 to 1979 sold in the United States and Canada. From the 2005 to the 2008 model years, the nameplate was revived for a station wagon on the rear-wheel drive Chrysler LX platform, produced in Canada and sold on the American and Canadian market.
  In Brazil, the Magnum was a top of the line version of the local Dodge Dart, produced from 1979 to 1981.
  In Mexico, the Dodge Magnum was a sporty rear-wheel drive two-door car based on Chrysler's M-body. From 1983 to 1988 Dodge marketed a sporty two-door K-car as the "Magnum", with an available turbocharger engine from 1984 on.
context_section_description: For the 2008 model year, the Magnum received a facelift as well as an updated interior in line with that of the Dodge Charger. The front fascia sported new aggressively squared off headlights and a smaller rectangular grille more reminiscent of the Charger. The SRT-8 variant gained a new hood scoop. A new bright red paint scheme was introduced. The new changes brought the car closer to its Charger platform mate, away from the Chrysler 300.
caption: 2008 Dodge Magnum SRT-8
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