Dodge Magnum Speaker Size

Dashboard Speaker

Front Door Panel Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Rear Door Panel Speaker

Dodge Magnum Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I upgrade first in my Dodge Magnum for the biggest sound improvement?

Replace the front door panel 6 x 9 inch speakers first. These handle most of your music's mid-range frequencies and vocals. The Dodge Magnum's front doors typically accommodate both coaxial and component systems, so you have flexibility. Component speakers with separate tweeters will give you better imaging - the sound seems to come from the right places rather than just the doors. Coaxials are easier to install though. Power handling around 75-100 watts RMS should work well with most aftermarket head units.

Can I put component speakers in all locations of my Dodge Magnum?

The front and rear door panels accept component speakers, but dashboard locations are trickier. Early Dodge Magnum models had 3.5 inch dashboard speakers that could work with small component tweeters if you're creative with mounting. The 2008 model already has separate tweeters and full-range drivers up there. Rear deck installations... well, component separation doesn't help much when speakers are behind you anyway. Stick with quality coaxials for the rear deck and focus component upgrades on the front doors.

Why does my Dodge Magnum have different dashboard speaker sizes between years?

Chrysler changed the dashboard design between 2007 and 2008. The earlier 3.5 inch coaxial setup was replaced with separate 2.5 inch drivers plus dedicated tweeters. This actually improves frequency response since tweeters can be positioned better for imaging. If you're upgrading an early model, you might consider adding separate tweeters elsewhere rather than just replacing the 3.5 inch coaxials. The dashboard location isn't ideal for full-range reproduction anyway - too low and angled wrong.

What's the difference between coaxial and triaxial speakers for my Dodge Magnum's rear deck?

Triaxial speakers add a super tweeter for extended high frequency response, typically above 10kHz. In the Dodge Magnum's rear deck position, this might not matter much since you're not sitting directly in front of them. The extra driver can sometimes create phase issues too. Quality coaxials with good tweeters often sound better than cheap triaxials. Look for speakers with impedance around 4 ohms and sensitivity ratings above 88 dB. The rear deck location actually provides decent bass coupling with the trunk space.

Do I need an amplifier when upgrading Dodge Magnum speakers?

Depends on your head unit and speaker choices. The factory system probably puts out 15-20 watts RMS per channel. If you install speakers rated for 50-75 watts RMS, they'll work but won't reach their potential. An external amplifier becomes really useful if you go with component speakers in the front doors - separate amplification lets you adjust tweeter levels and crossover points. Start with speaker upgrades first, then add amplification if you want more volume or cleaner sound at higher levels.