2026 Charger R/T Gets 420HP

This new "Hurricane" engine officially marks the end of the line for the V8-powered Dodge Charger and Challenger, with production of the iconic Hemi V8s ceasing after the 2023 "Last Call" special editions. This shift away from V8s is part of a broader industry trend toward smaller, more efficient, and often turbocharged engines, as well as a move toward electrification. For those seeking more gas-powered performance, a high-output version of the same twin-turbo inline-six is available in the 2026 Charger Scat Pack. This "Sixpack H.O." variant is tuned to produce a potent 550 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque. This higher-output engine surpasses the power figures of the outgoing 5.7-liter and 6.4-liter Hemi V8s. The true performance flagships of the new Charger lineup, however, are the all-electric Daytona models. The Daytona Scat Pack, for instance, uses a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system to generate up to 670 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. This blend of gasoline and electric powertrains is made possible by the new STLA Large platform from parent company Stellantis. It's a highly flexible, BEV-native architecture designed to accommodate all-wheel drive, front-wheel drive, and rear-wheel drive, as well as various suspension modules and both 400-volt and 800-volt electric systems. Unlike the previous generation which was only a four-door sedan, the new Charger is available as both a two-door coupe and a four-door model to appeal to fans of both the classic Charger and the discontinued Challenger coupe. Both body styles are technically hatchbacks, offering increased cargo versatility.