Dodge Confirms Charger SIXPACK Will Debut This Summer
Gas-Powered Charger Returns With Twin-Turbo HURRICANE Power
Dodge has officially confirmed that its highly anticipated internal combustion engine (ICE) muscle car, the Charger SIXPACK, will debut this summer. The news follows an earlier report from MoparInsiders, which first broke the story in November about Dodge accelerating the launch of its gasoline-powered Charger models to meet the overwhelming demand for traditional muscle cars amid growing consumer resistance to electric vehicles (EVs).
Twin-Turbo Power and All-Wheel Drive –
The Charger SIXPACK will be available in two configurations, both powered by Dodge’s new twin-turbo 3.0-liter HURRICANE I6 engine. The two-door model will pack a punch with 550 horsepower from the High-Output (H/O) variant, while the four-door version will deliver 420 horsepower with the Standard-Output (S/O) engine. Both models will feature an all-new 8-speed 880RE automatic transmission and come standard with all-wheel drive (AWD) for enhanced performance in all weather conditions.
Our sources suggest that more ICE models will roll out in June. Additionally, rear-wheel-drive (RWD) options could be introduced later on for a lower price. Looking further ahead, there is talk about a 750-horsepower variant of the HURRICANE engine possibly arriving for the 2028 model year.
A New Era for Dodge Muscle –
While some may mourn the departure of the legendary HEMI® V8, the new SIXPACK models will outperform the outgoing 5.7-liter and 6.4-liter HEMI-powered Chargers. Early reports suggest the HURRICANE-powered cars will deliver quicker acceleration, sharper handling, and improved fuel efficiency than their predecessors.
Dodge’s decision to accelerate the SIXPACK’s launch reflects strong customer demand for a gas-powered alternative to the all-electric Charger Daytona. This strategy aims to retain the brand’s muscle car heritage while adapting to a rapidly changing automotive market.
Test Models Spotted in Metro Detroit and Windsor –
Several prototype SIXPACK models have been seen in Windsor and Metro Detroit in recent weeks, hinting that Dodge is ramping up final testing before production begins. As the summer debut approaches, expect to see even more of these next-gen muscle cars hitting the streets.
