Dodge Coronet evolution

First generation (1949–1952)

📅 1949–1952

Debuted as Dodge's top postwar trim with a 230 cu in straight-six and Gyromatic.

Second generation (1953–1954)1953–1954

1953

Second generation (1953–1954)

📅 1953–1954

Offered the optional 241 Red Ram Hemi V8 and set over 100 Bonneville land-speed records.

Third generation (1955–1956)1955–1956

1955

Third generation (1955–1956)

📅 1955–1956

Restyled and moved to the lower end of the range with optional D-500 V8s.

Fourth generation (1957–1959)1957–1959

1957

Fourth generation (1957–1959)

📅 1957–1959

Introduced the D-501 with a 354 Hemi V8 and the 1959 Silver Challenger.

Fifth generation (1965–1970)1965–1970

1965

Fifth generation (1965–1970)

📅 1965–1970

Revived as an intermediate B-body spawning the R/T and Super Bee with up to the 426 Hemi.

Sixth generation (1971–1974)1971–1974

1971

Sixth generation (1971–1974)

📅 1971–1974

Restyled with flowing lines and offered only as sedan and wagon amid declining sales.

Seventh generation (1975–1976)1975–1976

1975

Seventh generation (1975–1976)

📅 1975–1976

Refreshed styling with a returned 2-door before the nameplate gave way to the Monaco.