Why Can't Stellantis Build A Next-Gen HEMI® Engine?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of automotive technology, the debate over the future of internal combustion engines rages on. While many automakers are pivoting towards electric vehicles (EVs), stalwarts like General Motors (GM) and Ford are reaffirming their commitment to the classic V8 engine. This raises an intriguing question: why isn’t Stellantis, the parent company … (read full article...)

 

[TripleT]

I’ll take a HEMI V8 4.0 Twin Turbo, if it ever comes, over an I6 Twin Turbo.
Even if it offers the same horsepower. Heavy or not. Because, the torque and the area under the graph would be better.

Won’t less room for intake and exhaust and Head security ….. we know this because nearly exactly what you propose is being phased out at the expensive cousin

 

[srm3500]

first let me say I am not a fan of EVs however i will not deny that they are faster, produce more power and have less parts to fix or replace. what really bothers me is being forced to like/buy one.
Next time will tell but I for one am impressed with the hurricane I6, now lets see if it being an inline makes it more reliable than others ttv6s. One thing I do wonder (though I know size play a role) is instead of a V8
how about a inline 8 and make it based off the hurricane I6? That would make it a 4L I8 and or make it two rows of inline 4s as close as possible that way its still an Inline engine?

 

[James.A]

Because despite the very small sample here, the number of people willing pay to have a worst car in every way… slower, heavier, thirstier, poorer handling, worse braking and more expensive is small, And it not just the fines it the design and certification costs. So i do think you could do a “Hemi” the ROI is almost completely marketing.

More expensive? Do you have an idea of price?

 

[69roadrunner]

Good sir,

I do not know your background in the automotive world, however you are wrong on many levels. Forced induction in place of raw natural power is a huge mistake. Case in point: the Ford EcoBoost, when driven like a V8 gets disgusting fuel mileage, and engine failures are all too common. You have to constantly keep your foot in it to mimic what a modern V8 drives and accelerates like. Let's not even get into wear and tear issues... My oldest Son is a heavy line Mechanic at a Ford dealership, they are mockingly called ECO-BOOMS. The Denver warehouse keeps a minimum of 80 engines on hand to meet warranty demands. My V8 brothers, people of ilk as you state, are not going anywhere. You see my Son and Daughters grew up listening to my praises and tales of the mighty American V8, they grew up in the back seat of many a Mopar muscle car. Try as you may, but you will fail miserably trying to convince my kids and hundreds of thousands just like them an EV or 6 cylinder.... no matter the turbo amount will ever replace the smoothness, power, and reliability of a V8.

Couldn't have said it better... I've noticed the actual buying public doesn't weigh on this stuff much because we're too busy WORKING so we can afford $60,000+ vehicles with V8s.

 

[bill burke]

Updating to 7/14/2024. Stellantis, all it takes is, “ we were wrong, we apologize to our loyal Dodge buyers and fans, the V-8 will be available in the two door Charger and in the rumored and now announced, smaller, lighter Dodge Cuda muscle coupe..” All it takes is some honesty and courage to do the right thing. Ball in your court Stellantis.

 

[AlexB]

Updating to 7/14/2024. Stellantis, all it takes is, “ we were wrong, we apologize to our loyal Dodge buyers and fans, the V-8 will be available in the two door Charger and in the rumored and now announced, smaller, lighter Dodge Cuda muscle coupe..” All it takes is some honesty and courage to do the right thing. Ball in your court Stellantis.

Stellantis is not paying fines & penalties.
Update:No

 

[TripleT]

Couldn't have said it better... I've noticed the actual buying public doesn't weigh on this stuff much because we're too busy WORKING so we can afford $60,000+ vehicles with V8s.

V8 are not the predominate powerplant

 

[TripleT]

Stellantis is not paying fines & penalties.
Update:No

I am not accepting any apologize from FCA until they apologize for the horrible choice not to offering any other diesel option then that anemic straight six for HD trucks, everyone knows V8s are the only option for power, smoothness, and durability