Dodge Streamlines 2026 Charger Daytona EV Lineup to Focus on Scat Pack Trim
In a major move to reshape its electric performance lineup, Dodge has confirmed that the 2026 model year of the Charger Daytona EV will be offered exclusively in the high-output Scat Pack trim. The R/T version, which produces 496 horsepower, has been suspended due to economic and political factors—most notably, new tariffs imposed on Canadian-made goods under the current U.S. trade policy.
The decision comes after a slower-than-expected launch of the electric Charger. Only 1,947 units were sold in Q1 of 2025, a modest figure compared to the 11,371 Challenger coupes Dodge delivered in the same period two years prior. With production based in Windsor, Ontario, the Daytona EV falls under a 25% import tariff—pressuring Dodge to reassess production costs and focus on more viable trims.
As confirmed by Dodge CEO Matt McAlear, only the 670-hp Scat Pack will remain in the lineup for 2026. The more affordable R/T variant is being postponed indefinitely. However, Dodge is also preparing to launch a long-awaited four-door version of the Charger Daytona, which is now scheduled for release alongside the 2026 model.
In parallel, Dodge is also preparing the debut of its gas-powered sibling, the Charger Sixpack, later this year. Initially expected in early 2025, its production has been delayed to the second half of the year. This move may push the Sixpack into the 2026 model year, although Dodge has not officially confirmed that detail.
The Charger Sixpack will feature the Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline-six engine, which has been expanding across Stellantis's North American portfolio. Two versions will be offered: a 420-hp entry-level variant and a more powerful 550-hp option. According to internal pricing tools used in the industry, the Sixpack is expected to launch with two trims: GT and Outlaw. While Dodge has not officially confirmed the trim names, it’s believed the GT will carry the 420-hp configuration, and the Outlaw will pack the full 550-hp punch.
These developments mark a clear shift in Dodge’s strategy, signaling a tighter focus on high-performance variants that justify the cost of production—especially amid trade policy volatility. As the company leans further into both electrification and refined combustion technology, models like the Scat Pack EV and Sixpack Outlaw are poised to define a new era of muscle cars.
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