Challenger SXT for Canada Only?

The Dodge Charger SXT and base model Chrysler 300 have proven to be a popular alternative to the Hemi powered variants of the same models, with their powerful yet efficient 3.5L V6 making 250 horsepower and 250 ft-lb of torque. When Dodge released the information about the upcoming 2009 Dodge Challenger SE, that same 3.5L V6 would prove to be a great fit for the base model muscle car, but leaves us asking, where is the SXT?

The Charger and Magnum, along with the other SRT models (Ram, Neon, Caliber) all offer an SXT package, which in most cases is just a sights and sounds package (sunroof, upgraded stereo, etc), but the Challenger went from SE (the base of the other models mentioned) and jumped to the R/T and SRT8...so where is the Challenger SXT?

Chrysler of Canada, having noticed the lack of the trimline has begun taking surveys at car shows around Canada to gauge interest in an SXT model that would likely be a Canadian-only trimline. The package would take a handful of options from the V8 trimlines, such as the chin spoiler, the rear trunklid spoiler, and the chrome fuel door, and apply them to a V6 model. It would also include a wheel upgrade to either the standard R/T wheels, or some special 5-spoke aluminum wheels with black trim, and a rectangular exhaust tip. Chrysler of Canada is also experimenting with things like stripes, and interior trim upgrades, but as of right now, the Challenger SXT is still deep in the design process.

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Challenger SXT for Canada Only?