The Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack has taken a significant step up in price for the 2027 model year, firmly establishing itself as the centerpiece of the brand’s electric future.
Dodge has officially opened orders for the 2027 Charger Daytona Scat Pack, and the headline news is impossible to ignore: the price has surged.
The all-electric muscle coupe now carries a starting price of $72,495, while the four-door version nudges slightly higher at $72,995. Compared to the 2026 model’s $62,685 base price, that’s an increase of $9,810 in just one model year.
Even with the steep hike, Dodge continues to promote the Daytona Scat Pack as the world’s most powerful muscle car, thanks to its dual-motor electric setup producing a stout 670 horsepower.
Sitting at the very top of the Charger range, the Daytona Scat Pack serves as a halo model for Dodge’s EV ambitions. What’s surprising, though, is the absence of any meaningful gains in performance or driving range for 2027.
With the base Charger model no longer in the lineup, Dodge appears to be refining its strategy, pushing the electric Charger further upmarket while keeping traditional enthusiasts engaged with its remaining gas-powered offerings. Whether buyers will embrace that shift is an open question.
From a mechanical standpoint, the 2027 Charger Daytona Scat Pack is largely a carryover from the 2026 model year. It retains the same 400-volt all-wheel-drive architecture, the PowerShot feature that temporarily unlocks an extra 40 horsepower, and the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system designed to mimic the sound and drama of a classic muscle car.
All the expected performance tech returns as well, including Launch Control, Drift Donut Mode, and a range of selectable drive modes. In other words, if you’ve driven a 2026 model, the on-road experience here will feel very familiar.
The most notable update comes in the charging department. For 2027, Dodge has switched all models to the North American Charging Standard (NACS) port and includes a J1772-to-NACS adapter as standard equipment.
This change opens the door to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, a major boost for charging convenience and long-distance usability. Dodge has also confirmed that details regarding retrofits for 2026 models will be shared in early 2026.
Stellantis hasn’t provided a detailed explanation for the nearly $10,000 increase, but the broader industry context offers some clues. EV production costs remain under pressure, with fluctuating prices for battery materials, semiconductors, and power electronics.
At the same time, automakers like Stellantis are working to recover the enormous investments required to develop dedicated electric platforms.
Taken together, those factors likely help explain the sharp price increase, even in the absence of improved performance figures. There’s also the possibility that Dodge could roll out incentives or discounts over the Charger Daytona’s lifecycle, which may soften the blow for committed buyers.
For anyone considering one, the decision requires some honest reflection. The 2027 Charger Daytona Scat Pack delivers a meaningful upgrade in charging access, but no additional speed or range. Ultimately, the real question may be whether an electric muscle car, at this price point, is what you truly want.
