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2027 Dodge Charger: Electric Daytona and SIXPACK V8-Replacing Power Redefine the American Muscle Car

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The new Dodge Charger is rewriting the rules of the American muscle car without abandoning the attitude, performance and driver involvement that have defined the nameplate for more than six decades.

For the latest generation, Dodge has taken an unusually broad approach to performance. The new Charger is available with fully electric Daytona powertrains as well as the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter Hurricane SIXPACK inline-six engine. That means buyers can choose between instant electric performance and traditional internal-combustion muscle, while both versions share the same basic mission: deliver serious acceleration, aggressive driving dynamics and unmistakable Dodge character.

Built around Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, the next-generation Dodge Charger combines a new generation of propulsion technology with all-wheel drive, sophisticated chassis hardware, advanced drive modes and an extensive suite of performance-focused electronics.

The result is a Charger designed not simply to replace the previous generation, but to redefine what a modern American muscle car can be.

Dodge Charger SIXPACK Brings Twin-Turbo Straight-Six Power

While the electric Daytona models represent Dodge’s move into high-performance EVs, the SIXPACK-powered Charger is likely to attract traditional muscle-car enthusiasts who still want an internal-combustion engine.

Under the hood is the 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline-six, offered in standard SIXPACK and higher-output SIXPACK H.O. configurations.

The engine features a deep-skirt cast-aluminum block, forged-steel internal components and high-pressure 350-bar direct fuel injection. Dual overhead camshafts with fully independent variable valve timing are combined with dedicated water-to-air charge-air cooling systems to improve throttle response, power delivery and thermal management.

The flagship Charger Scat Pack uses the 550-horsepower SIXPACK H.O. engine, making it the most powerful production version of the Hurricane engine currently offered.

It produces 531 lb-ft of torque and is engineered to deliver substantial torque across a remarkably broad portion of the rev range. Dodge says the engine delivers 88 percent of peak torque at 2,500 rpm and more than 90 percent between 3,000 and 6,000 rpm.

Twin counter-rotating turbochargers are used to reduce turbo lag while balancing airflow through the engine.

2026 Dodge Charger R/T vs. 5.7 HEMI

The new Charger R/T SIXPACK doesn’t simply replace the previous HEMI-powered R/T. According to Dodge’s performance figures, it significantly increases both power and straight-line performance.

The comparison is striking.

The previous 5.7-liter HEMI R/T produced 370 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque, with a claimed 0-60 mph time of 5.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 13.5 seconds.

The new Charger R/T SIXPACK raises those figures to 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque. Its 0-60 mph time drops to 4.6 seconds, while the quarter-mile improves to 12.9 seconds.

That means the SIXPACK R/T adds 50 horsepower and 73 lb-ft of torque while cutting half a second from the 0-60 mph sprint.

Dodge Charger R/T SIXPACK Performance

  • 420 horsepower
  • 468 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds
  • Quarter-mile in 12.9 seconds

For Dodge, the important point is that the move away from the HEMI doesn’t mean a reduction in performance.

Charger Scat Pack SIXPACK Makes 550 Horsepower

At the top of the gasoline-powered Charger range sits the Scat Pack SIXPACK.

Its 3.0-liter twin-turbo Hurricane H.O. produces 550 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque. That represents a significant increase over the outgoing 6.4-liter HEMI-powered Scat Pack.

The previous 6.4-liter HEMI Scat Pack generated 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.2 seconds.

The new Charger Scat Pack SIXPACK reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and completes the quarter mile in 12.2 seconds.

Dodge Charger Scat Pack SIXPACK Performance

  • 550 horsepower
  • 531 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds
  • Quarter-mile in 12.2 seconds

The result is an internal-combustion Charger that is quicker and more powerful than the HEMI model it replaces.

Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Produces 670 Horsepower

For outright performance, the electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack sits above the SIXPACK models.

The Daytona Scat Pack produces 670 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. Dodge quotes an 11.5-second quarter-mile time.

Those figures place the Daytona Scat Pack firmly in the territory of serious performance machinery.

Its electric powertrain is built around a 400-volt architecture incorporating a high-voltage battery, front and rear electric drive modules and sophisticated power electronics.

The battery has an installed capacity of 100.5 kWh and a peak discharge capability of 550 kW. Dodge says the system is specifically engineered to provide maximum available battery power during a quarter-mile run.

Unlike many performance EVs that rely exclusively on outright electric motor output, the Charger Daytona also incorporates hardware designed to make the car feel more like a muscle car.

100.5-kWh Battery and Dual Electric Motors

The electric Dodge Charger uses front and rear electric drive modules to provide all-wheel drive.

The front unit incorporates a front-wheel-end disconnect designed to reduce drivetrain losses when full front-axle propulsion isn’t required. At the rear, a mechanical limited-slip differential is used to improve traction and performance.

The combination gives the Daytona strong acceleration while allowing Dodge to balance performance with efficiency.

Standard all-wheel drive is central to the Charger formula, regardless of whether the car is powered by electricity or gasoline.

Fratzonic Exhaust Gives the Electric Charger a Voice

Dodge knows that sound is an important part of the muscle-car experience.

That’s why the Charger Daytona uses the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system, a distinctive acoustic system designed to give the electric muscle car its own performance soundtrack.

The system uses two passive radiators to generate a unique sound profile and varying levels of intensity.

The SIXPACK models take a more conventional approach, using a performance-tuned active exhaust with electronically controlled dual-mode valves. Exhaust character changes according to the selected Drive Mode, giving the turbocharged six-cylinder Charger a more aggressive personality when the driver wants it.

All-Wheel Drive With Rear-Wheel-Drive Capability

One of the most interesting elements of the new Dodge Charger is the way it combines all-weather usability with traditional muscle-car behavior.

All-wheel drive is standard, but SIXPACK models also offer on-demand rear-wheel-drive functionality.

At the push of a button, the system can send 100 percent of available torque to the rear wheels.

That gives the Charger two distinct personalities. It can behave as a stable, confidence-inspiring all-wheel-drive performance car during everyday driving, then transform into a rear-driven muscle machine when the conditions and driver demand it.

Charger Line Lock Enables Tire-Warming Burnouts

Dodge has also retained the kind of performance technology that muscle-car buyers expect.

Line Lock is standard on the Charger Scat Pack and available on the Charger R/T when equipped with the Performance Handling Group.

The system locks the front brakes while disconnecting the AWD transfer-case clutch packs and removing torque from the front axle.

The result is the ability to spin the rear tires while keeping the front wheels stationary, allowing the driver to clean and warm the tires before a launch.

It is an unmistakably Dodge feature, designed for controlled performance use rather than ordinary street driving.

Adaptive Suspension and Performance Chassis

The new Charger isn’t relying on straight-line acceleration alone.

Its chassis uses a multi-link front suspension and fully independent integral-link rear suspension. The architecture is designed to provide improved steering feel, stability and cornering performance.

Adaptive damping technology uses sensor inputs and dual-valve control to vary the vehicle’s response depending on the selected driving mode and conditions.

That allows the Charger to move between a more comfortable road-going setup and a sharper configuration designed for high-performance driving.

Brembo Brakes Bring Serious Stopping Power

The Charger Daytona Scat Pack receives the largest brake package ever installed on a Dodge vehicle.

The system uses 16-inch Brembo vented rotors with six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers.

The objective isn’t simply to provide strong initial braking performance. The hardware is also designed to resist brake fade during repeated high-speed use.

The Charger SIXPACK Scat Pack also receives six-piston Brembo front calipers, reinforcing its position as a genuine performance car rather than simply a powerful sedan or coupe.

Dodge Charger Drive Modes

The new Charger gives drivers extensive control over how the vehicle behaves through multiple Drive Modes.

Depending on configuration, the available modes include:

  • Auto
  • Eco
  • Wet/Snow
  • Sport
  • Custom
  • Track
  • Drag

Auto provides a balanced setup for everyday driving, while Eco prioritizes efficiency with rear-biased torque delivery, smoother gear changes, lighter steering and quieter exhaust operation.

Wet/Snow Mode uses a balanced 50:50 front-to-rear torque distribution to improve traction on low-grip surfaces.

Sport Mode sharpens steering feedback, gear changes and propulsion response while opening the active exhaust valves.

Custom Mode allows drivers to configure multiple vehicle characteristics according to their preferences.

The Daytona Scat Pack adds Track and Drag modes, allowing the car to be configured specifically for circuit driving or straight-line acceleration.

Launch Control and Race Prep

The performance technology goes considerably deeper than selectable drive modes.

Launch Control allows drivers to configure engine speed according to surface conditions while brake pressure is maintained. This enables the twin turbochargers to build boost before the brake is released.

Once the launch begins, torque is managed across all four wheels to maximize available traction.

On Daytona Scat Pack models, Dodge also offers Drift/Donut Mode, which creates a rear-biased propulsion configuration and allows drivers to select from three levels of traction-control intervention.

Race Prep functions are also available on Daytona models, with separate battery-temperature management strategies for drag racing and circuit driving.

PowerShot Adds 40 Horsepower

The electric Charger Daytona also gets a temporary performance boost through PowerShot.

When activated, the system adds 40 horsepower for 10 seconds.

It is designed to provide an immediate burst of additional performance, giving the driver another tool when maximum acceleration is required.

Drive Experience Recorder by Cosworth

Dodge has also embraced the growing trend of recording track and drag-strip sessions.

The Drive Experience Recorder, developed by Cosworth, is available on Charger Daytona Scat Pack models equipped with the Track Package.

The system combines video, audio and vehicle telemetry into a single performance record.

A forward-facing 1080p camera records at 60 frames per second, while an integrated microphone captures the sounds of the drive.

Performance data can be synchronized with the footage, allowing drivers to analyze launches, laps, acceleration and other aspects of vehicle performance after a session.

Performance Pages Put Charger Data in the Driver’s Hands

The Charger also offers Performance Pages that display real-time vehicle information.

Drivers can monitor acceleration times, gauges, g-force and propulsion-system behavior.

Combined with the Drive Experience Recorder, the system effectively turns the Charger into a rolling performance-data center.

For enthusiasts who regularly visit a drag strip or racetrack, these features provide considerably more information than a traditional muscle car ever could.

Inside the New Dodge Charger

The next-generation Charger combines its performance-oriented exterior with a high-tech cabin.

A 16-inch instrument cluster and central touchscreen form the centerpiece of the digital interior, while an available augmented head-up display projects important information directly into the driver’s field of view.

A dedicated drive-mode control provides quick access to the car’s different performance personalities.

The interior also features 64-color Attitude Adjustment lighting, with dynamic animations designed to respond to vehicle events and reinforce the car’s performance character.

Despite the technology, Dodge has maintained a driver-focused layout intended to keep important controls accessible while driving.

Hidden Hatch Makes the Charger More Practical

One of the cleverest aspects of the new Charger is its “hidden hatch” design.

Although the car maintains the visual proportions and attitude of a performance coupe, the rear opening provides access to a large cargo area.

The Charger seats five passengers and offers up to 1,064 liters of rear cargo capacity.

That makes the new muscle car considerably more practical for everyday use than its exterior might suggest.

Dodge has also emphasized rear passenger space, with best-in-class rear legroom intended to make the Charger useful as a daily driver rather than a weekend-only performance machine.

Advanced Driver Assistance Technology

The new Dodge Charger is also equipped with a comprehensive collection of driver-assistance and safety technologies.

Available systems include Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking with Vulnerable Road User Detection, Active Lane Management, Active Driving Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go.

Blind-spot monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection is also available, alongside ParkSense front, rear and side parking assistance.

Additional systems include Traffic Sign Recognition and Drowsy Driver Detection.

The Charger can also be equipped with a 360-degree Surround View Camera, front tire-to-curb visibility, automatic front-camera activation during parking and Turn Signal Active Blind Spot View.

The latter displays the relevant blind-spot area on the central screen when the driver activates the turn signal.

The New Charger Is More Than an EV or Gasoline Muscle Car

Perhaps the most significant change with the next-generation Dodge Charger is that there is no longer a single definition of what a modern muscle car has to be.

The Daytona models demonstrate what Dodge can do with electric propulsion, using massive instantaneous torque, sophisticated all-wheel drive and high-voltage electrical architecture to deliver extreme acceleration.

The SIXPACK models take a different route, using a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six to deliver more horsepower and torque than the HEMI engines they replace.

Both approaches are built around the same philosophy: performance should be felt from behind the wheel.

That distinction matters because Dodge isn’t simply trying to make the Charger faster. It is attempting to preserve the emotional appeal of the muscle car while adapting the formula to a rapidly changing automotive industry.

Source: Dodge

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Dodge Reinvents the Charger for the Electric Age

For decades, the Dodge Charger has never been about subtlety. It has been loud, unapologetic, and unmistakably American—a rolling declaration that performance isn’t merely measured by horsepower, but by attitude. Now, as the automotive world pivots toward electrification without entirely abandoning internal combustion, Dodge finds itself walking a razor-thin line. The new Charger doesn’t tiptoe across it—it stomps.

Whether powered by electricity or gasoline, the latest Charger isn’t trying to recreate the past. Instead, it’s asking a more interesting question: What happens when one of America’s most iconic muscle cars decides to evolve instead of imitate?

The answer is surprisingly convincing.

A Familiar Shape, Reimagined

Designing a successor to an icon is never easy, particularly when enthusiasts can spot the smallest deviation from tradition. Dodge’s designers wisely resisted the temptation to build a retro tribute. Instead, they’ve distilled the Charger into its most essential ingredients: broad shoulders, dramatic proportions, and an unmistakable road presence.

The result is instantly recognizable without feeling trapped in nostalgia.

Widebody proportions come standard across both coupe and sedan models, giving every Charger the planted stance buyers expect. Clean surfaces replace unnecessary styling flourishes, while the long, horizontal body lines echo earlier generations without directly copying them.

It’s modern muscle, not cosplay.

At the front, the all-electric Charger Daytona introduces one of the most intriguing design features on any new performance car: the R-Wing. Inspired by the legendary Charger Daytona of the late 1960s, this pass-through front fascia isn’t just a styling exercise—it channels air through the nose to improve aerodynamic efficiency, proving that heritage can still serve a practical purpose.

Performance Doesn’t Care What Powers It

Perhaps the biggest challenge facing the new Charger isn’t convincing buyers it looks like a muscle car—it’s proving it behaves like one.

Dodge clearly understands this.

Gas-powered SIXPACK models retain the rear-drive theatrics enthusiasts crave, including an on-demand RWD mode capable of directing 100 percent of available torque exclusively to the rear wheels with the push of a button. Scat Pack variants go a step further by including Launch Control and Line Lock as standard equipment, ensuring smoky burnouts remain very much part of the Charger experience.

It’s a reminder that muscle cars have always been about accessible excitement as much as outright speed.

Meanwhile, the Daytona EV approaches performance from a different angle. Instant electric torque delivers a new kind of brutality, while Dodge has carefully preserved the aggressive visual identity that has always defined the Charger badge.

Rather than separating the electric and gasoline cars into entirely different design languages, Dodge wisely treats them as members of the same family.

Lighting With Character

Modern vehicles increasingly rely on lighting to establish identity, and the Charger may wear one of Dodge’s strongest signatures yet.

A full-width LED light bar stretches across the nose, giving the front end a clean, unmistakably contemporary appearance. Around back, the famous “Ring of Fire” taillights reinterpret one of Dodge’s most recognizable visual cues into something futuristic without abandoning its roots.

Then there’s the return of the Fratzog.

Originally appearing on Dodge muscle cars throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the triangular emblem returns as the badge of Dodge’s next generation of performance vehicles. Illuminated at both the front and rear—and even appearing on wheel center caps—the Fratzog cleverly bridges old-school heritage with the brand’s electrified future.

Small details like these often determine whether a redesign feels authentic.

This one does.

Two Personalities, One Identity

Although electric Daytona and gasoline SIXPACK models share the same architecture, Dodge gives each its own personality.

Daytona trims feature black rear fascias wearing both Daytona and Fratzonic branding near the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust, emphasizing the EV’s distinctive identity. SIXPACK models instead receive performance hoods with signature black grille bezels bearing the SIXPACK logo, while Charger badging proudly reminds everyone combustion remains alive.

It’s a subtle distinction that keeps each powertrain unique without fragmenting the overall lineup.

A Cockpit That Puts the Driver First

Inside, Dodge continues the balancing act between heritage and modernity.

Rather than overwhelming occupants with oversized screens and minimalist emptiness, the Charger creates a cockpit centered around the driver. A layered dashboard, sculpted center console, and wide-format digital displays all contribute to an environment that feels purposeful rather than futuristic for its own sake.

The influence of the legendary 1968 Charger is visible throughout the cabin, particularly in the horizontal lines and sculptural forms. Yet lighter materials and contemporary textures prevent the interior from becoming another retro exercise.

Technology serves the experience instead of dominating it.

One standout feature is the Attitude Adjustment lighting system, offering 64 selectable colors integrated into parametric textures throughout the cabin. Rather than functioning as decorative ambient lighting alone, the system responds dynamically to various vehicle events, adding another layer of interaction between driver and machine.

Performance seats further reinforce the Charger’s character. Buyers can opt for striking Petrol Blue leather with Digital Slash perforation and contrasting red stitching on Scat Pack models, while Demonic Red and black leather-suede combinations offer even more visual drama.

The interior feels designed to heighten emotion, not simply transport passengers.

Heritage Without Handcuffs

Since its debut in 1966, the Charger has always represented more than raw horsepower. It stood for presence—an unmistakable silhouette capable of commanding attention before the engine even started.

That philosophy remains intact.

As Fabio Catone, Head of Brand for Dodge in Europe, explains, the goal wasn’t to recreate history but reinterpret it. Every proportion, graphic element, and design decision respects what made previous Chargers iconic while acknowledging that the future demands something different.

That’s exactly what makes this Charger compelling.

Rather than forcing buyers to choose between preserving heritage and embracing innovation, Dodge has built a car capable of doing both.

The automotive industry loves declaring the death of the muscle car every few years.

The new Dodge Charger suggests those reports remain greatly exaggerated.

By offering both all-electric Daytona models and gasoline-powered SIXPACK variants under a unified design philosophy, Dodge has achieved something few manufacturers manage when reinventing an icon. The Charger still looks intimidating. It still promises rear-wheel-drive excitement. It still prioritizes presence over subtlety.

Only now, it does so while acknowledging that performance’s future may arrive through more than one powertrain.

Muscle, it turns out, isn’t defined by what’s under the hood.

It’s defined by what happens when you hit the accelerator—and by the grin that follows.

Source: Dodge

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Dodge Charger Lands in Europe, Bringing Muscle-Car Swagger to Munich

The next-generation Dodge Charger makes its first official European appearance at MYLE Festival, introducing a lineup that proves American muscle can embrace electricity without losing its attitude.

For decades, the Dodge Charger has been unapologetically American—a big, loud statement delivered with tire smoke and V8 thunder. But times change, and so do icons. This week, the next-generation Charger officially stepped onto the European stage at Munich’s MYLE Festival, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of Detroit’s most recognizable nameplates.

And if Dodge wanted to make an entrance, it picked the right venue.

Rather than debuting at a traditional auto show filled with polished floors and predictable presentations, the Charger arrived at MYLE, a festival where mobility is treated as lifestyle, design, music, and entertainment. It was less about standing behind velvet ropes and more about connecting with a younger audience that sees cars as expressions of personality as much as transportation.

It’s an approach that mirrors the Charger itself.

Muscle Goes Multi-Energy

The biggest surprise isn’t that the Charger has arrived in Europe—it’s the form in which it arrives.

Instead of relying on a single powertrain, Dodge is offering European enthusiasts a choice between electric performance and twin-turbocharged gasoline power. The strategy reflects a changing automotive landscape while staying true to the brand’s long-standing obsession with horsepower.

The lineup begins with the Charger R/T, packing a 420-hp version of Dodge’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo SIXPACK engine. Step up to the Scat Pack and output jumps to 550 horsepower, making it the most powerful production application of Stellantis’ Hurricane inline-six engine.

If gasoline isn’t your thing, the Charger Daytona takes over. The electric R/T delivers 536 horsepower, while the flagship Daytona Scat Pack cranks out 670 horsepower, earning Dodge’s claim as the quickest and most powerful all-wheel-drive electric muscle car currently available.

Perhaps most surprisingly, every Charger comes standard with all-wheel drive, whether powered by electrons or gasoline, and buyers can choose between classic two-door coupe styling or a more practical four-door sedan.

Choice, it seems, is the new performance metric.

More Than a Static Display

Dodge didn’t simply park the Charger under bright lights and call it a day.

Visitors to MYLE Festival got an up-close look at a Charger Daytona R/T four-door, allowing them to appreciate the car’s broad shoulders, aggressive stance, and unmistakable proportions. But the real attraction happened away from the display stand.

Professional drivers took festival attendees on demonstration rides in both the Charger Daytona Scat Pack coupe and the Charger SIXPACK R/T sedan, showcasing two very different interpretations of the same performance philosophy. One delivers instant electric torque, the other relies on twin-turbocharged combustion, yet both aim to provide the kind of straight-line excitement that has defined the Charger for generations.

American Attitude Meets European Streets

Introducing an American muscle car to Europe has never been easy. Narrow roads, stricter emissions standards, and different customer expectations have historically limited the segment’s appeal.

Yet the new Charger arrives at a moment when performance itself is being redefined. Electrification has blurred traditional boundaries, while buyers increasingly value technology and versatility alongside outright speed.

The Charger’s bold styling ensures it won’t disappear into a crowd of anonymous crossovers, while its multi-energy strategy gives Dodge a broader audience than ever before. Whether customers prefer turbocharged six-cylinder power or battery-electric acceleration, the Charger offers an unmistakably American personality wrapped in a package designed for modern performance.

A Festival Debut That Makes Sense

MYLE Festival proved to be an unconventional but fitting stage for Dodge’s European debut.

Rather than introducing the Charger through corporate presentations and specification sheets, the brand immersed it in an environment where mobility intersects with music, design, and culture. The result was less a product launch and more a statement that the Charger remains what it has always been: a car built to attract attention.

As Fabio Catone, Head of Brand for Dodge in Europe, put it, the Charger has always stood for “performance and bold self-expression.” That philosophy remains intact even as the car embraces electrification and a new generation of buyers.

The powertrain may have evolved, but the mission hasn’t.

The next-generation Dodge Charger arrives in Europe carrying more technology, more versatility, and more choices than any Charger before it. Yet standing under the lights in Munich—or accelerating away with a silent electric surge or twin-turbo soundtrack—it still delivers the same message American muscle cars have delivered for decades:

Being different is the whole point.

Source: Stellantis