Report: FCA finally readying AWD Dodge Challenger

Sep 6, 2016, 12:26pm ET

by Justin King

The \'GT AWD\' variant is said to be set for debut later this year.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is reportedly moving forward with plans to launch an all-wheel-drive Dodge Challenger.

The company previewed such a model last year at SEMA, introducing the Challenger GT AWD concept (pictured) as a "one-of-a-kind, year-round muscle car." The coupe also added a wide-body kit with flared fenders, shrouding 20-inch staggered wheels.

An Automotive News report now claims the GT AWD will debut in production form later this year.

The company is also said to be working on a new Hellcat flagship with wide-body styling, rumored to be called the Challenger ADR.

Both the AWD and ADR variants are expected to be built upon the current-generation Challenger platform. The next-generation model, built upon the Giorgio architecture and 500 pounds lighter, is said to be slated for 2018.

Live images by Ben Hsu.