Dodge is making a bold move with its 2026 Charger Daytona EV lineup: it’s ditching all the lower trims and keeping just one—the Scat Pack.
That’s right. If you were hoping for a more affordable or toned-down electric Charger next year, it’s not happening. Dodge has trimmed the fat and is going all-in on the version that truly lives up to the muscle car badge.
Why Only the Scat Pack?
The Scat Pack trim has always been about no-nonsense performance, and Dodge isn’t shy about embracing that identity. The 2026 Charger Daytona Scat Pack EV pushes out a whopping 670 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, thanks to its dual electric motors. That translates to a 0–60 mph time of just 3.3 seconds.
And yes—it’s still loud. The electric Scat Pack features Dodge’s “Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust” system, which uses air pulses and amplifiers to mimic the throaty growl of a V8. It’s fake, sure, but it’s wild—and it works surprisingly well in person.
No Lower Trims? That’s a Big Shift
Originally, Dodge planned to offer multiple versions of the Daytona EV, including a standard 400V model and a high-output Banshee trim with 800V tech. But now, only the Scat Pack survives. Why?
From what insiders are saying, customer interest skewed heavily toward the top-end model. Dodge buyers aren’t looking for tame electric sedans—they want something that scares the neighbors and leaves tire marks. It also helps that government EV incentives are shrinking, and interest in mid-level electric models has been soft lately.
By focusing on the Scat Pack, Dodge can cut costs, simplify production, and deliver a car that sticks to the brand’s roots: fast, loud, and a little over the top.
Built in North America
The new Charger will be built at the Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario, Canada. Dodge has confirmed that both two-door and four-door versions of the Daytona Scat Pack will go into production starting mid-2024, with deliveries expected early 2025.
What This Means for Muscle Car Fans
For longtime Dodge fans, this decision might sting a little. No more base model electric Chargers means fewer entry points into the EV muscle car world. But at the same time, Dodge is being clear: they’re not trying to build another Tesla. They’re not chasing range numbers or minimalism. They’re here to build electric muscle, period.
And honestly? That’s refreshing.
Final Thoughts
Dodge isn’t playing it safe—and that’s exactly what makes this so exciting. The 2026 Charger Daytona Scat Pack EV won’t be cheap, and it won’t be quiet. But it will be one hell of a ride.
If you’re in the market for an electric car that actually feels like a muscle car, this might just be the only game in town.
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