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⚡ What Changed · March 2026

💰 Pricing & Value — March 2026

Starting MSRP: $62,595. Fuel/range: Up to ~240 mi (EV) · Hurricane 550hp (gas). All pricing reflects editorial estimates as of March 2026 — verify current pricing at dodge.com ↗ before purchase. Not affiliated with Dodge.

🔍 What to Know Before You Buy

This page covers ownership intelligence for the Dodge Charger: reliability patterns, recall status, cost of ownership, and how it compares to segment rivals. All data is editorially researched — not provided by the manufacturer. Always verify at primary sources.

✅ 2026 Model Year Status

March 2026 model year inventory available at dealers. Check manufacturer website for current incentive and financing offers. Federal EV credits (if applicable) — verify eligibility at irs.gov ↗.

ⓘ Editorial estimates only. Verify at dodge.com

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Ownership Overview

Who Is the Dodge Charger For?

Dodge enthusiasts who want the brand's muscle car DNA in a modern EV or turbocharged six. Buyers who want performance without a traditional V8. Not ideal for buyers prioritizing maximum EV range or charging speed.

✅ STRENGTHS

✓ First production EV with multi-speed transmission (Dodge eRupt 6-speed)
✓ "Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust" system creates artificial EV sound character
✓ Hurricane 3.0L twin-turbo six available for buyers who want gasoline
✓ Widebody option available on R/T and Scat Pack EV
✓ Iconic Charger nameplate with strong enthusiast community

⚠ CONSIDERATIONS

⚠ ~240-mile EV range is below average for an EV at this price point
⚠ Charging speed is below competitors (DC fast charge limited vs rivals)
⚠ Hurricane gas engine is unproven long-term (new architecture)
⚠ First-generation EV platform — reliability data still accumulating
⚠ Significantly heavier than outgoing V8 Charger

Quick Specs: EV: ~240 mi range · Gas: 19 city / 27 hwy · Built in Windsor, Ontario, Canada · Parent: Stellantis · NHTSA Recalls ↗

Model Lineup

Dodge Charger 2026 Trim Levels

Every available configuration — starting price and who each trim is for.

Trim	Starting Price	Key Features & Who It's For
Charger Daytona (EV base)	$62,595	496hp EV. 240-mile range est. Fratzonic exhaust. 6-speed eRupt.
Charger Daytona R/T (EV)	$73,595	670hp. 0–60 in 3.3 sec. Widebody standard.
Charger Scat Pack (EV)	~$82,000	800+ hp est. Highest-output EV Charger.
Charger Hurricane (Gas)	~$52,000	550hp 3.0L twin-turbo six. For buyers who want gasoline.

ⓘ Prices are MSRP estimates. Actual transaction prices vary. Verify current pricing at the manufacturer's website or dealer. Not affiliated with Dodge.

Safety Record · NHTSA

Dodge Charger Recalls & Safety

Always check your specific VIN for open recalls before purchasing new or used. NHTSA maintains a searchable recall database for all vehicles sold in the United States.

Check Your VIN at NHTSACurrent as of March 2026

Recall status varies by production date and VIN. Always run your specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ before purchasing any new or used Dodge Charger. Free service, no registration required.

ⓘ This page covers ownership intelligence — for definitive recall status check nhtsa.gov with your VIN

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Pre-Owned · Buying Guide

Buying a Used Dodge Charger

💰 USED PRICING

New MSRP from $62,595. Used pricing varies significantly by trim, mileage, and region. Check Edmunds, Carfax, and KBB for live used market pricing.

🔍 USED BUYING CHECKLIST

Run VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls — check all open recalls
Pull full Carfax or AutoCheck report
Pre-purchase inspection by independent mechanic
Verify all recalls resolved before purchase
Test drive on highway and in parking conditions

✔ OWNERSHIP NOTES

Check manufacturer CPO (Certified Pre-Owned) programs for additional warranty coverage. Dealer-certified vehicles typically include a multi-point inspection. Compare CPO pricing against private-party market.

Research Guides

Dodge Charger Ownership Guides

Every ownership question answered on dedicated research pages.

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Daytona EV — First Drive Data

Range, charging speed, and the eRupt 6-speed experience explained.

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Charger vs Charger — EV vs Hurricane Six

Which powertrain is right for your driving style and priorities.

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Charger Daytona vs Ford Mustang

Two American muscle icons — one EV, one V8. Performance and value compared.

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Charger Widebody Guide

What the Widebody package adds — stance, track, and visual impact.

ⓘ Independent editorial research — not affiliated with Dodge or Stellantis.

FAQ · Schema Marked Up

Dodge Charger — Common Questions

The most searched questions about the Dodge Charger — answered with data.

No. The 2024+ Dodge Charger does not offer a V8. The Charger is now available in two powertrain configurations: the Charger Daytona (all-electric EV) and the Charger with the Hurricane 3.0L twin-turbocharged inline-six gasoline engine. The V8-powered Charger ended production at the close of the 2023 model year. Dodge has made this a permanent transition — the V8 is not returning to the Charger nameplate.

The eRupt is Dodge's proprietary 6-speed multi-speed transmission for the Charger Daytona EV — the first production EV with a multi-speed gearbox. It is designed to simulate the shift feel of a traditional transmission, including paddle shifters that modulate regen braking between "gears." It provides a more engaging, manual-transmission-like driving experience vs the single-speed units used in most EVs.

The Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust is an acoustic system that creates sound for the electric Charger Daytona. It uses a speaker/resonator system routed through the car's body to produce a distinct EV sound character. The sound is amplified through an exhaust-style outlet. It is adjustable in volume and character. Unlike traditional exhaust, it produces no emissions — it is purely an acoustic experience system.

Charger Daytona EV range is approximately 240 miles — below competitors at a similar price point (Ford Mustang Mach-E at 312 miles, Kia EV6 at 310 miles). Dodge has prioritized performance over range efficiency. The multi-speed transmission and higher power output reduce efficiency compared to simpler single-speed EV platforms.

Yes. The Hurricane 3.0L twin-turbocharged inline-six is Stellantis's replacement for the 5.7L and 6.4L HEMI V8s across their lineup. It produces 420hp (Standard Output) or 550hp (High Output) — matching or exceeding the V8 outputs. Early reliability data is limited as it's a new engine family. Long-term durability of the twin-turbo system will take years of real-world data to fully assess.

ⓘ Independent editorial answers — not sponsored by or affiliated with Dodge. Verify specifications at nhtsa.gov/recalls and the manufacturer's website.

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Sources & Citations

Dodge — www.dodge.com (pricing & specs, editorially observed March 2026)
U.S. EPA — fueleconomy.gov (fuel economy ratings)
NHTSA — nhtsa.gov/recalls (recall data)
Edmunds, Carfax, KBB — used market pricing references
ⓘ All specs and prices are editorial estimates — verify at primary sources before purchase. Not affiliated with Dodge.

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