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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 2 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $60,586–$78,190 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2015 Dodge Viper is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 6.9/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.5/10, while Value at 5.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional sports — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.3/10 for reliability, this sports trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety is a notable gap at 6.6/10 in our scoring — below what the best in segment deliver. Check the official NHTSA ratings for the trim you're considering before deciding.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.5/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. Technology scores 6.7/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $60,586–$78,190, 10 MPG, seating 2, the Dodge Viper sits in the premium tier of the sports category. The value score of 5.7/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 11 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2015 Dodge Viper sits in the middle of the field. Until its technology and safety and reliability and value scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2015 Dodge Viper ranks #302 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 5% of the segment. Its 6.9/10 overall score is 0.8 points below the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $60,586 starting price is about 31% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Across the Viper model years we've scored, the 2015 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $65,566 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.0/10 | $63,076 | Read review → |
| 2015 (this review) | 6.9/10 | $60,586 |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Equipment / Electrical / Radio/tape deck/cd etc. 23/07/2015 · 15V461000 | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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