Dodge Charger Daytona EV Just Got A Huge Price Hike Without More Power

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The Dodge Charger is in a strange spot right now. It’s the brand’s halo muscle car, the face of Dodge performance, and arguably one of the boldest reinventions in the segment. But despite the noise around the new-generation Charger, it hasn’t exactly been flying out of dealer lots.

For 2027, Dodge brings some updates to the Charger lineup, but the headline is really about pricing. Gasoline-powered SIXPACK models keep last year’s prices, but the Charger Daytona EV sees a sizeable increase – enough to buy a good second-hand car. Two-door Daytona Scat Pack models are up by $12,500, and the four-door versions climb by $11,000.

More Customization, Familiar Hardware

If you were hoping for a full redesign, this isn’t it. Dodge focused on more ways to customize and a handful of practical changes.

The gas-powered Charger R/T and Scat Pack continue to use the twin-turbo 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six, with outputs of 420 and 550 horsepower, respectively. Both remain standard with AWD but still offer selectable rear-wheel-drive mode for drivers wanting a more traditional muscle-car feel. Dodge says the Daytona EV also stays put mechanically, carrying over its 670-horsepower setup, PowerShot boost feature, Fratzonic exhaust sound, and up to 267 miles of range.

Buyers now have more ways to personalize their Charger. Dodge added over 25 new factory options for 2027, like Petrol Blue leather seats, Demonic Red seat belts, new Mopar stripes, Satin Black hoods for SIXPACK models, and new Brembo caliper colors. Daytona models also get a built-in NACS charging port, so you can use Tesla Superchargers without an adapter. That’s a practical upgrade that could make a real difference for owners.

Hemi V8 Still Missing From The Party

Now, the elephant in the room: there’s still no Hemi V8 in the Charger lineup. For longtime Dodge fans, the SIXPACK inline-six and Daytona EV don’t quite replace the sound and feel of a V8. Dodge is sticking with its multi-energy approach, saying buyers now have more choices. The company is counting on the Hurricane six-cylinder to deliver the muscle-car experience without the emissions of the old Hemi.

Then again, rumors about a Hemi-powered Charger aren’t exactly scarce. A possible return, maybe even a Hellcat version, is set to happen around 2030. Whether that happens will depend on demand, emissions rules, and how long Dodge fans are willing to wait – even if Ram has already sorted out the V8 comeback in its own stables.

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