2027 Dodge Charger
The smoke from Hemi V8 burnouts is clearing, replaced by… well, by either the hum of electrons or the spooling whistle of twin turbos.
Dodge has ripped the cover off its next-generation Dodge Charger, a machine that fundamentally redefines what it means to wear the legendary nameplate.
While looking at the dawn of this new era with the 2024/2025 models, the groundwork is being laid for what the 2027 Dodge Charger and beyond will represent. Forget everything you thought you knew; this is a whole new breed.
The Elephant (or Electric Motor) in the Room: A New Philosophy
For decades, the Charger was synonymous with rear-wheel-drive, V8 thunder. It was loud, proud, and unapologetically American muscle.
But times change, regulations tighten, and technology marches on. Dodge faced a crossroads: let the Charger fade into history or reinvent it for a new age.
They chose reinvention, and the result is a bold, perhaps polarizing, strategy built on the versatile STLA Large platform.
This new architecture is designed from the ground up to accommodate both battery-electric and internal-combustion powertrains, giving birth to two distinct flavors of modern muscle.
Electric Shock: The Dodge Charger Daytona EV Review
Leading the charge (pun intended) is the all-electric Dodge Charger EV, carrying the hallowed Charger Daytona name.
This isn’t some sedate compliance car; Dodge is adamant this is the world’s first electric muscle car. Initially launching in two-door coupe form (a four-door follows), it aims to deliver the visceral thrills Charger fans expect through a different medium.
The lineup starts with the Charger Daytona R/T and the more potent Scat Pack. Both feature a dual-motor, AWD muscle car setup drawing power from a substantial 100.5 kWh battery pack (93.9 kWh usable).
- Charger Daytona R/T: This “base” model is anything but basic. Thanks to a standard Direct Connection Stage 1 upgrade kit, it belts out a healthy 496 horsepower and 404 lb-ft of torque (using the temporary “PowerShot” boost feature). Dodge claims a 0-60 mph sprint of 4.7 seconds and a quarter-mile time of around 13.1 seconds. EPA range estimates hover around 308 miles, making it surprisingly usable.
- Charger Daytona Scat Pack: Need more zap? The Scat Pack comes standard with the Stage 2 kit, unleashing a staggering 670 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque (again, with PowerShot). This translates to a blistering 0-60 mph time of just 3.3 seconds and an 11.5-second quarter-mile, firmly planting it in serious performance territory. The trade-off is range, estimated at around 260 miles.
But raw numbers only tell part of the story. Dodge knew the silent nature of EVs wouldn’t cut it for muscle car purists.
Enter the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust. This patent-pending system uses speakers and an amplifier to create a synthetic “exhaust” note that pipes sound outside the car, reaching intensity levels comparable to the old Hellcat (up to 126 dB).
Does it sound like a Hemi? No. Does it sound aggressive and unique? Absolutely. Early Dodge Charger reviews suggest it adds a necessary layer of audible drama missing from many EVs.
Driving impressions indicate the Charger Daytona’s performance is immense, with instant torque delivery pinning you to the seat. The AWD system provides incredible traction, though the car’s significant weight (approaching 6,000 lbs for the Scat Pack) is noticeable.
Thanks to the multi-link suspension front and rear, handling is competent, but it feels more like a brutally fast grand tourer than a lightweight corner carver.
Various drive modes (including Track, Drag, Drift, and Donut modes) allow tailoring the experience, and robust systems handle braking. Optional Brembo upgrades featuring massive 16-inch rotors are available, especially with the Track Pack.
Hurricane Warning: Enter the Charger Sixpack
Dodge offers the Dodge Charger Sixpack for those not ready to embrace the electric future. Reviving another classic name (referencing old-school triple carb setups, but here signifying six cylinders), this model ditches the V8 for Stellantis’s new 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged Hurricane engine. Don’t let the cylinder count fool you; this inline-six means business.
- Charger Sixpack S.O. (Standard Output): Produces 420 horsepower – significantly more than the outgoing 5.7L Hemi V8.
- Charger Sixpack H.O. (High Output): Cranks out a formidable 550 horsepower – comfortably eclipsing the old 6.4L Hemi V8 in the Scat Pack.
Both Hurricane engine Charger variants will be equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and feature standard AWD, like their electric siblings.
Performance figures haven’t been finalized, but thanks to the potent engines and all-paw traction, expect acceleration times that challenge or beat their V8 predecessors.
The Dodge Charger Sixpack specs promise a compelling alternative, offering significant power with potentially better fuel efficiency than the old Hemi.
Visually, the Sixpack differs slightly from the Daytona, notably featuring a vented hood and different front fascia intake arrangements instead of the EV’s aerodynamic “R-Wing” pass-through.
Technology and Design: A Modern Take
The next-generation Dodge Charger boasts a thoroughly modern cockpit, shared between Daytona and Sixpack models.
A driver-focused layout features a large (potentially 16-inch) configurable digital instrument cluster and a standard 12.3-inch Uconnect five infotainment touchscreen canted towards the driver.
Ambient “Attitude Adjustment” lighting with 64 colors wraps around the cabin. The material quality looks improved, with sporty seat designs and a new pistol-grip shifter.
Expect a full suite of modern driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring.
The new Dodge Charger design, both inside and out, successfully blends retro cues (like the full-width lighting and hatchback profile reminiscent of the 68-’70 models) with futuristic touches.
What Could the 2027 Dodge Charger Bring?
This brings us to the future. The launch of the Daytona and Sixpack establishes a new foundation. By the time the 2027 Dodge Charger rolls around, we can expect several developments:
- Higher Performance EVs: Dodge has openly teased a range-topping “Banshee” model, likely utilizing an 800-volt architecture for even faster charging and potentially mind-bending Dodge Charger performance figures, possibly pushing well past the Scat Pack’s 670 hp. This could be the true electric successor to the Hellcat legacy.
- Hurricane Engine Evolution: The Hurricane engine is still relatively new. Depending on market trends and regulations, we might see refinements, potentially slight power bumps, or even hybrid integration possibilities by 2027.
- Model Line Expansion/Refinement: Initial feedback on the first model years will undoubtedly lead to tweaks in suspension tuning, software updates for the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust and Uconnect 5 system, and possibly new trim levels or appearance packages. Dodge might also adjust the balance between EV and ICE production based on customer demand.
- Market Adaptation: The muscle car faithful’s reaction to losing the V8 is crucial. By 2027, we’ll see whether the electric muscle car concept and the potent inline-six muscle car have won over traditional buyers or carved out a new niche.
The next-generation Dodge Charger represents a monumental gamble, trading the V8 rumble for electric thrust and turbocharged inline-six sophistication.
The Charger Daytona EV delivers astonishing straight-line speed and leverages technology like the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust to retain some muscle car character.
The Charger Sixpack offers a powerful internal combustion alternative powered by the impressive Hurricane engine, ensuring impressive Dodge Charger performance for traditionalists wary of electrification.
Is it the same Charger? No. Does it carry the torch of American performance into a new era? Undeniably, yes. This radical reinvention ensures the Charger nameplate survives, evolves, and offers a head-turning style and potent performance.
The road to the 2027 Dodge Charger promises further evolution, potentially bringing even more extreme performance and refinement to this bold new chapter. The thunder may sound different, and a Hurricane might be brewing under the hood, but the storm of performance is far from over.
Pricing
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona (EV):
- Daytona R/T: Starts around $60,000 – $62,000 MSRP (sources cite figures like $59,595 and $61,590 depending on exact configuration and timing).
- Daytona Scat Pack: The MSRP starts around $70,000 – $77,000 (sources cite figures like $68,195, $70,190, and $73,985, depending on configuration).
Note: These prices are for the initial launch models and don’t include destination fees, taxes, or optional equipment. Rebates and special financing offers have already started appearing for these models.
2025 Dodge Charger Sixpack (Internal Combustion – Hurricane Engine):
- Sixpack S.O. (420 hp): Estimated to start around $40,000.
- Sixpack H.O. (550 hp): Estimated to start around $50,000.
Note: These are estimates from automotive publications like Car and Driver. The Sixpack models are scheduled for release later in 2025, so final pricing could differ.
Why No 2027 Pricing Yet?
Predicting pricing two model years out is highly speculative. Several factors will influence the final cost of a 2027 Dodge Charger:
- Inflation and Economic Conditions: Standard economic factors will play a role.
- Material and Production Costs: Fluctuations in the cost of raw materials, components (especially batteries for EVs), and manufacturing affect the final price.
- Technology and Features: New standard or optional features added by 2027 could increase the price.
- Market Demand: How well the initial models sell will influence future pricing strategies.
- Competition: Pricing from competitors (like Ford Mustang or other performance EVs/sedans) will be a factor.
- New Variants: The potential introduction of higher-performance models (like the anticipated “Banshee” EV) will establish new price ceilings.
In summary, while we have figures for the current 2025 models (starting around $60k for the EV R/T and estimated around $40k-$50k for the ICE Sixpack), no reliable pricing currently exists for the 2027 Dodge Charger. Expect figures to be announced closer to that model year’s launch, likely sometime in 2026.
