2026 Dodge Charger

The 2026 Charger lineup centers on performance-oriented trims that emphasize power and driver engagement. The R/T trim features a Twin-Turbo SIXPACK standard-output engine delivering strong horsepower and torque for everyday muscle-car excitement. The Scat Pack enhances performance further with a high-output Hurricane twin-turbo engine that delivers exhilarating acceleration and cornering capability. Special editions such as Daytona Scat Pack offer even greater horsepower and torque figures and track-focused performance hardware, giving buyers choices that range from spirited street driving to serious performance driving credentials.

For 2026, Dodge equips the Charger R/T and Scat Pack with the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six engine family, a powerplant that pairs modern turbocharging technologies with muscle-car strength. In R/T form, the engine generates approximately 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, providing enthusiastic acceleration and engaging throttle response. Stepping up to the Scat Pack boosts output to around 550 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque for truly thrilling performance and outright speed. These engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive with selectable rear-wheel-drive mode — helping balance traction with classic muscle-car dynamics.

Performance delivery is a defining trait of the 2026 Charger. The Scat Pack, for example, can sprint from 0-60 mph in the sub-4-second range and complete the quarter-mile in around the low 12-second range thanks to its powerful twin-turbo package, aerodynamic design, and performance-tuned chassis. Available performance accessories and packages such as the Track Package enhance handling with larger Brembo® brakes, adaptive suspension components, and performance tires, helping the Charger stay planted through tight corners and spirited drives. AWD with front-axle disconnect provides traction in varied conditions while allowing for pure rear-drive feel when desired.

Inside, the 2026 Charger delivers a driver-centric interior that blends comfort with performance-oriented technology. Standard and available digital instrument clusters and large infotainment screens — up to around 16 inches in modern Charger configurations — provide easy access to vehicle performance data, navigation, media, and connectivity features such as wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Features like performance pages, heated and ventilated seating, and customizable interior lighting enhance both daily comfort and immersive driving engagement.

The 2026 Charger also includes a suite of modern safety and driver-assist technologies — many of which are standard or available depending on trim — aimed at providing confidence on daily drives as well as performance runs. Systems such as forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control help support driver awareness and safety on highways and city streets. Available advanced camera systems and parking assist features further enhance visibility and handling in urban or tight conditions.