2026 Dodge Charger: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-05
    Quick Answer

    The 2025–2026 Dodge Charger is the first muscle car nameplate to ship in the same generation as both a battery-electric and a gas-powered car. Daytona BEV trims (R/T at 456 hp, Scat Pack at 670 hp) ride on the STLA Large platform with AWD standard and roughly 308 miles of range. The new Sixpack ICE option pairs the 3.0L Hurricane inline-six (420 hp Standard Output, 550 hp High Output) with an 8-speed automatic — confirm exact MY26 trim availability at the dealer.

    Highlights of the 2026 Dodge Charger

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    • Two powertrains in one nameplate: Daytona BEV and Sixpack ICE — pick the one that fits your daily life
    • Daytona R/T: 456 hp, AWD standard, ~308 miles of EPA range — the volume electric Charger
    • Daytona Scat Pack: 670 hp from twin permanent-magnet motors, AWD standard — the performance flagship
    • Sixpack SO: 3.0L Hurricane I6 making 420 hp, 8-speed automatic — the gas alternative for buyers without home charging
    • Sixpack HO: same Hurricane I6 tuned to 550 hp — the high-output gas option
    • Available as a 2-door coupe and (verify with dealer) 4-door sedan body styles on the new STLA Large platform
    • First muscle car generation to offer BEV and ICE side-by-side — Dodge's answer to the EV transition without abandoning gas
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    Inside the Dodge Charger

    What the new Charger actually is

    The Charger you see today is a clean-sheet redesign on Stellantis's STLA Large platform — not a refresh of the previous LX-platform Charger that ran from 2006 to 2023. The current generation launched as a battery-electric only car (Daytona R/T at 456 hp and Daytona Scat Pack at 670 hp, both AWD with around 308 miles of range), and the gas-powered Sixpack option arrived to share the same body and chassis. Sixpack uses the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six in two tunes: Standard Output at 420 hp and High Output at 550 hp, both paired with an 8-speed automatic. Body styles include a 2-door coupe; verify 4-door sedan availability at the dealer for the model year you are shopping.

    BEV or ICE — how to choose

    The Daytona BEV is the right Charger for buyers with reliable home charging (a Level 2 charger in the garage or driveway), a daily commute that fits comfortably inside the 308-mile range, and an interest in instant torque and AWD-standard traction. The Sixpack ICE is the right Charger for buyers without convenient home charging, buyers who frequently take long highway trips beyond easy fast-charging access, or buyers who simply want a Hurricane inline-six exhaust note on every start. Both share the same body, the same chassis, and most of the same interior — the choice comes down to how you fuel the car and what you want it to sound like.

    Heritage and segment positioning

    The Charger is the first American muscle nameplate to ship a battery-electric and a gas car in the same generation, under the same name, on the same platform. That makes the cross-shop unusual: a Daytona R/T competes more naturally with a Mustang Mach-E GT than with a gas Mustang, while a Sixpack HO competes more naturally with a gas Mustang GT or Camaro SS. Dodge has positioned the Daytona as the future of muscle rather than a compliance car, and the Sixpack as the bridge for buyers who are not ready to switch fuels. For shoppers, the practical implication is that you should test-drive both — they are very different cars wearing the same badge.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Two genuinely different powertrains under one nameplate — choose BEV or ICE without changing brands
    • Daytona Scat Pack (670 hp) is the most powerful factory Charger ever and undercuts most rivals on hp-per-dollar
    • AWD is standard on every Daytona — meaningful in winter and on rough pavement
    • Sixpack's Hurricane I6 produces V8-class power without V8-class fuel consumption
    • STLA Large platform is modern — better structure, better packaging, better safety than the outgoing LX
    • The exterior styling is unmistakably Charger — Dodge did not water down the look for the EV transition
    • Dodge's 8-year / 100,000-mile high-voltage battery warranty on Daytona is competitive with class leaders
    Cons
    • Daytona BEV range (~308 miles) trails the longest-range EVs — fine for most use, tight for cross-country
    • Sixpack does not deliver V8 sound — the Hurricane I6 is fast but does not replace a HEMI exhaust note
    • No Hellcat or 6.4L 392 in the current generation — those configurations are retired
    • Curb weight is high on both powertrains — Daytona especially feels its mass in tight handling
    • Pricing on top trims (Scat Pack, Sixpack HO) climbs into territory where buyers cross-shop sport sedans

    New 2026 Dodge Charger Inventory at Swope NissanLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Dodge Charger

    Two: the Daytona battery-electric (R/T at 456 hp and Scat Pack at 670 hp, both AWD with about 308 miles of range), and the Sixpack ICE with the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six in Standard Output (420 hp) and High Output (550 hp) tunes. All Sixpack configurations use an 8-speed automatic. Verify exact trim availability for the model year you are shopping at the dealer.
    It is offered as a 2-door coupe on the STLA Large platform. Verify 4-door sedan availability for the specific model year with the dealer — Dodge has discussed both body styles in the new generation.
    EPA estimates approximately 308 miles for the Daytona R/T. The Daytona Scat Pack carries a slightly lower estimate due to the more powerful motors. Real-world range depends on temperature, driving style, and use of climate controls — winter range in central Kentucky will be lower than the EPA figure.
    Dodge quotes mid-3-second 0-to-60 times for the Scat Pack — among the quickest factory muscle cars Dodge has ever sold. Specific times vary slightly with conditions and tires.
    Sixpack is the gas-powered Charger option in the current generation. It uses the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six engine in two tunes — Standard Output at 420 hp and High Output at 550 hp — paired with an 8-speed automatic. It is available in the same body and chassis as the Daytona BEV.
    There is no Hellcat in the current Charger generation. The supercharged 6.2L HEMI was retired with the previous LX-platform Charger in 2023. Dodge has discussed a high-performance Daytona variant (Banshee) but availability and timing should be confirmed at the dealer for the specific model year.
    The Charger is not engineered as a tow vehicle — Dodge does not publish a meaningful tow rating for the current generation. If you need towing capability in the Stellantis lineup, look at the Durango (up to 8,700 lb) or the Ram trucks.
    BEV federal tax credit eligibility depends on the production location, battery sourcing, and the buyer's adjusted gross income. Check the current rules at fueleconomy.gov for the specific model year and trim, and confirm dealer availability of any point-of-sale credit transfer.
    The standard Stellantis warranty applies: 3 years or 36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and 5 years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Daytona BEV adds an 8-year or 100,000-mile high-voltage battery and electric drivetrain component warranty.
    Different platform, different powertrains, different body style options. The previous LX-platform Charger (2006–2023) was a 4-door sedan with HEMI V8 options. The current STLA Large Charger is a clean-sheet redesign with BEV and Hurricane I6 options. Mechanical and electrical systems do not carry over.