Sixty years after the original helped define the American muscle car era, the next-generation Dodge Charger is coming to Europe in two distinct flavours: fully electric and twin-turbo petrol.
The eighth-generation Charger is built on Stellantis’s STLA Large multi-energy platform, which means both powertrains share the same architecture, the same wide-body proportions and the same uncompromising attitude that has always been the Charger’s calling card. European customers can order both variants now, with first deliveries expected from September 2026.
Two powertrains, one muscle car identity
The all-electric version carries the Daytona name and is available in two trims. The range-topping Daytona Scat Pack produces 500 kW (670 horsepower) and covers the 0 to 96 km/h sprint in 3.3 seconds, with a quarter-mile time of 11.5 seconds. The more accessible Daytona R/T delivers 400 kW (536 horsepower) and reaches 96 km/h in 4.2 seconds. Both are powered by a 100.5 kWh battery on a 400-volt architecture with standard all-wheel drive.
Charging is handled at up to 183 kW peak via a 350 kW DC station, taking the battery from 20 to 80 percent in approximately 27 minutes. A 10-minute top-up adds around 110 km of range. The battery is covered by an 8-year, 160,000 km warranty.
The petrol-powered Charger is badged SIXPACK and uses a 3.0-litre Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six paired with all-wheel drive and an on-demand rear-wheel-drive mode that sends 100 percent of torque to the rear axle at the push of a button. In Scat Pack trim, the high-output engine produces 550 horsepower and despatches 0 to 96 km/h in 3.9 seconds. The R/T variant delivers 420 horsepower with a 4.6-second sprint.
Sound, attitude and track tools
Dodge has been careful to preserve the sensory experience on both variants. The electric Daytona features the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust, a system designed to produce a performance sound unique in the EV segment. The petrol SIXPACK retains what the brand calls its must-have engine note, delivered through the twin-turbo six.
Track-focused hardware is available across the lineup. The Daytona Scat Pack can be optioned with a Track Package adding 16-inch Brembo rotors, adaptive damping suspension, staggered 20-inch wheels and a Drive Experience Recorder for logging drag and circuit sessions. The Sixpack models offer Launch Control with five selectable intensity levels and Line Lock for controlled burnouts.
Both variants also feature Dodge’s PowerShot function, which delivers a short burst of 40 additional horsepower via a dedicated steering wheel button.
European specification
For the European market, both the Daytona and Sixpack are offered in Plus trim for both Scat Pack and R/T configurations. Standard equipment includes a 16-inch digital instrument cluster, head-up display, surround 360-degree camera with tyre-to-curb view, premium LED headlamps, wireless charging, proximity entry with welcome lighting and 64-colour interior ambient lighting.
Options include a fixed panoramic glass roof, an 18-speaker Alpine Pro audio system, high-back performance seats and the Blacktop package with darkened exterior details.
Both versions are equipped with the full suite of advanced driver assistance systems including Level 2 assisted driving, blind spot detection, traffic sign recognition, drowsy driver detection and automatic emergency braking.
Every European customer receives a letter of authenticity signed by Dodge CEO Matt McAlear along with a welcome kit. Those opting for the electric Daytona also get a preferential deal on a home charging station and installation through Free2move.
Pricing starts from €66,000. Orders are open now through European importer KWA and its dealer network.
