The iconic Dodge Charger is set to make its European debut in 2025, marking a significant milestone for the renowned American muscle car. Initially available through importers, the Charger may also reach the UK, albeit in left-hand-drive configurations. The new model comes in both two-door coupé and four-door saloon versions, with a modern twist: the absence of a traditional V8 engine. Instead, buyers can choose between a twin-turbo straight-six petrol engine or a fully electric powertrain, signaling Dodge’s embrace of evolving automotive trends.
Built on Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, the Charger will share its underpinnings with other premium EVs, including Alfa Romeo’s Stelvio and Giulia and the Maserati Quattroporte. In the U.S., the Charger Daytona EV is offered in two configurations: the 496bhp R/T and the 670bhp Scat Pack, the latter capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. Featuring a 100.5kWh battery with a peak discharge rate of 550kW, the Scat Pack completes a quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds. A more potent Charger SRT Banshee, boasting an 800-volt system, is also planned.
The Charger EV introduces intriguing features such as the Fratzonic Chambered exhaust system, designed to mimic the signature Hellcat sound despite being electric. The Scat Pack includes specialized driving modes like Donut, Drift, Track, and Drag. Meanwhile, the petrol-powered Charger Sixpack utilizes a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder Hurricane engine, offering outputs of 420bhp and 550bhp. Fast-charging capabilities allow the EV’s battery to charge from 20% to 80% in 27 minutes, with ranges of 308 miles for the R/T and 241 miles for the Scat Pack.
Design-wise, the new Charger draws inspiration from the 2022 Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept and classic second-generation Chargers. Key elements include a rising beltline, bold rear quarter panels, an R-wing front design, and full-width LED lighting. Dodge has also reintroduced its historic Fratzog logo, a triangular emblem last used in the 1960s and 1970s. These features blend nostalgia with modernity, making the Charger a standout in both design and performance.
Pricing for the Dodge Charger R/T starts at $59,995 (£48,895), while the Scat Pack is priced at £58,427. Further details about a potential UK launch are expected in the spring, with enthusiasts already expressing interest in the EV’s arrival. Whether petrol or electric, the new Dodge Charger promises to capture attention with its innovative features, powerful performance, and iconic design as it enters the European market.