The all-new 2024 Dodge Charger has officially arrived, available in both electric and gasoline powertrains, establishing itself as the world’s fastest and most powerful muscle car. The electric version will be named "Charger Daytona," while the gasoline variant will be called "Charger Sixpack." Dodge confidently states that the new Charger Daytona will reset the speed and power standards for muscle cars. Let’s dive into the detailed performance and specifications of this vehicle.
Charger Daytona Electric: Amazing Performance Figures
First, let’s take a look at the Charger Daytona electric version, which will come in two configurations: the first is R/T, equipped with two electric motors producing 496 horsepower and 548 Nm of torque; the second is Scat Pack, also featuring two electric motors with an impressive 670 horsepower and 850 Nm of torque. Drivers can activate the "Powershot" feature to temporarily boost performance when needed.
Due to the weight of the electric motors and battery, the Charger Daytona weighs approximately 2650 kg, significantly heavier than the old Charger. To handle this weight, Dodge has equipped the vehicle with the largest tires in the car's history at 20 inches, along with a 16-inch high-performance Brembo brake system and a mechanical limited-slip differential.
Range and Acceleration Performance
What about the electric range? Dodge indicates that the Charger Daytona supports a range of between 418 and 518 kilometers per charge, depending on the configuration. In terms of acceleration, the top-tier Scat Pack version can accelerate from 0 to 96 km/h in just 3.3 seconds and completes a quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds.
Emulating Exhaust Sound for Driving Enjoyment
Another important feature is that the Charger Daytona electric version will have specially designed exhaust chambers that act as speakers to emit sounds similar to the Charger Hellcat, enhancing the driving experience.
The new Charger Daytona will be available in sedan and coupe designs, with no significant differences between the two except for the doors. Furthermore, the production model has not changed much compared to the previously unveiled Charger Daytona SRT EV concept, with the only notable differences being the replacement of cameras with traditional side mirrors and some minor design tweaks.
Interior Design
The interior features a digital layout, with a 10.25-inch or optional 16-inch instrument cluster, and a central entertainment information screen measuring 12.3 inches, with design elements inspired by the 1968 Charger, especially in the dashboard lines.
Interior specifications include optional premium Nappa leather, an optional heads-up display on the windshield, and a wide range of the latest safety and driver assistance systems from Dodge, including automatic braking, adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, and blind-spot monitoring.
Charger Sixpack: A Commitment to Traditional Power
Finally, we conclude with the Charger Sixpack version featuring an internal combustion engine. Dodge has kept most details about this version under wraps, with a delay expected until 2025. What we do know is that it will be powered by the Hurricane engine, a 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder engine available in Jeep and Ram vehicles, generating either 420 or 550 horsepower depending on the configuration, with the beloved Hemi V8 engine being retired completely.
Dodge plans to launch an all-new electric version of the Charger Dakota next summer, while a fuel-engine-powered version will be released in early 2025.
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Dodge has officially unveiled the Charger Daytona as its first electric car, and despite the powertrain changes, it still claims to be the world's fastest and most powerful muscle car.
Detail: The All-New Dodge Charger Daytona: The First Electric Muscle Car
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