The 2026 Dodge Charger comes two ways on one widebody design. The gas Charger R/T and Scat Pack use the 3.0L twin-turbo SIXPACK inline-six, with 420 or 550 horsepower. The all-electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack makes up to 670 horsepower. Every one has standard all-wheel drive and comes as a two-door or a four-door.
I’m Jordan Malone-Forst, Assistant General Manager at Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson. This guide compares the two powertrains side by side, from performance to charging to winter driving, so you can figure out which fits your life in central Minnesota. For the full lineup, see our 2026 Dodge Charger buyer’s guide, our SIXPACK engine guide or our Daytona range and charging guide.
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What’s the difference between the Charger SIXPACK and Charger Daytona?
The SIXPACK models are gas-powered and the Daytona is all-electric. Both share the Charger’s widebody design, standard all-wheel drive and two-door or four-door body styles.
SIXPACK is Dodge’s name for the 3.0L twin-turbo inline-six. It comes as a 420-horsepower standard-output engine in the Charger R/T and a 550-horsepower high-output engine in the Charger Scat Pack, both with the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic. The electric Charger for 2026 is the Daytona Scat Pack, with a 400-volt dual-motor system and up to 670 horsepower. There is no Daytona R/T in the 2026 lineup.
What do the gas and electric 2026 Chargers share?
Nearly everything except the powertrain.
- The STLA Large platform and widebody stance, which Dodge calls the widest body of any car in the industry
- Standard all-wheel drive with a mechanical limited-slip rear differential
- Two-door coupe and four-door sedan body styles
- A 12.3-inch Uconnect® 5 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Standard Active Driving Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
What’s the case for the gas SIXPACK Charger?
Pick the SIXPACK if you want a gas engine, a real exhaust note and nothing to plan around but a stop at the pump.
- Familiar ownership: fill up anywhere in minutes, with no charging setup at home.
- Twin-turbo sound: the Scat Pack’s active dual-mode exhaust opens fully in Sport mode.
- Rear-wheel-drive mode: one button sends 100% of torque to the rear wheels. Line Lock comes standard on the Scat Pack for burnouts.
- More power than the HEMI it replaced: Dodge says the R/T makes 50 more horsepower and 73 more lb-ft than the 5.7L HEMI® R/T.
What’s the case for the electric Charger Daytona?
Pick the Daytona Scat Pack if you can charge at home and want the quickest Charger Dodge builds.
- Quickest Charger: up to 670 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque, with 0–60 mph in 3.3 seconds, according to Dodge.
- PowerShot: adds 40 horsepower for 10 seconds from a steering-wheel button.
- Performance software: Drift/Donut mode, Race Prep, Launch Control, and Track and Drag drive modes.
- Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust: Dodge’s patent-pending system gives the EV its signature sound.
- Charging: 20% to 80% in about 24 minutes on a 350 kW DC fast charger, an 11 kW onboard charger for home, and a combination Level 1/Level 2 cord included.
The trade-off is planning: you’ll want a place to charge, and range drops in cold weather like any EV. Our Daytona range and charging guide covers home charging and the road.
How do the 2026 Charger lineups compare?
There are two gas models and one electric model, each with a Plus version and each offered as a two-door or four-door.
| Model | Powertrain | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Charger R/T and R/T Plus | Gas 3.0L SIXPACK S.O. twin-turbo I-6 | 420 hp / 468 lb-ft |
| Charger Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus | Gas 3.0L SIXPACK H.O. twin-turbo I-6 | 550 hp / 531 lb-ft |
| Charger Daytona Scat Pack and Daytona Scat Pack Plus | Electric, 400-volt dual motor, 100.5 kWh battery | Up to 670 hp / 627 lb-ft |
For current pricing and offers on any configuration, call us at (320) 587-4748.
How does SIXPACK performance compare with the Daytona?
All three are quick. The electric Daytona Scat Pack is the quickest, and the gas Scat Pack is close behind.
| Spec | SIXPACK R/T | SIXPACK Scat Pack | Daytona Scat Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 420 | 550 | Up to 670 |
| Torque | 468 lb-ft | 531 lb-ft | 627 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 4.6 sec | 3.9 sec | 3.3 sec |
| Quarter mile | 12.9 sec | 12.2 sec | 11.5 sec |
| Drivetrain | AWD with RWD mode | AWD with RWD mode | AWD with Drift/Donut mode |
Performance figures are Dodge’s, from a professional driver on a closed course.
Which 2026 Charger fits central Minnesota best?
It mostly comes down to one question: can you charge at home?
- Choose the SIXPACK if you can’t charge at home, you drive long rural miles, or you want a gas exhaust note and the simplest winter routine.
- Choose the Daytona Scat Pack if you have a garage outlet for Level 2 charging, most of your driving is local or regional, and you want the quickest Charger.
- Either way: standard all-wheel drive and Wet/Snow mode help on slick roads, and the Charger’s low ride height means taking care with unplowed driveways.
The best way to decide is to drive both. Our R/T vs. Scat Pack comparison and two-door vs. four-door guide go deeper on the details.
Key Takeaways
- Gas SIXPACK: 420 hp R/T or 550 hp Scat Pack, 3.0L twin-turbo I-6, eight-speed automatic
- Electric Daytona Scat Pack: up to 670 hp, 627 lb-ft, 0–60 mph in 3.3 seconds, according to Dodge
- No Daytona R/T in the 2026 lineup
- Standard AWD and two-door or four-door bodies on every model
- Home charging is the biggest deciding factor for the Daytona, especially in a Minnesota winter
Frequently asked questions: 2026 Charger gas vs. electric
Is the 2026 Dodge Charger gas or electric?
Both. The gas Charger R/T and Scat Pack use the 3.0L twin-turbo SIXPACK inline-six with 420 or 550 horsepower. The all-electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack makes up to 670 horsepower. All three share the same widebody design and standard all-wheel drive.
Which 2026 Charger is the quickest?
The all-electric Daytona Scat Pack. Dodge lists 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds and an 11.5-second quarter mile, compared with 3.9 and 12.2 seconds for the gas Scat Pack and 4.6 and 12.9 seconds for the R/T.
Is there an electric Charger R/T for 2026?
No. The all-electric models in Dodge's 2026 Charger lineup are the Daytona Scat Pack and Daytona Scat Pack Plus. The R/T name in 2026 belongs to the gas SIXPACK model.
Do I need home charging to own a Charger Daytona?
It makes ownership much easier. The Daytona has an 11 kW onboard charger for Level 2 home charging and comes with a combination Level 1/Level 2 cord. Without home charging, you would rely on public DC fast charging, where Dodge says it can go from 20% to 80% in about 24 minutes on a 350 kW charger.
Which 2026 Charger is better for Minnesota winters?
Both have standard all-wheel drive and a Wet/Snow mode that splits torque 50/50 front to rear. The bigger difference is energy: cold weather reduces any EV's range, so the Daytona works best for winter daily driving if you can charge at home. The gas SIXPACK refuels in minutes anywhere.
What does the gas SIXPACK offer that the Daytona doesn't?
A twin-turbo inline-six with a real gas exhaust note, an eight-speed automatic and quick refueling anywhere. The Scat Pack adds an active dual-mode exhaust, Line Lock and Launch Control as standard.
How do I get pricing on a 2026 Charger?
Call Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson at (320) 587-4748 or contact us online. We'll give you current pricing and offers on any gas or electric Charger, and we never charge a fee to locate or factory order a vehicle.
Come drive both at Jay Malone CDJR, 1165 Highway 7 West in Hutchinson. We’ll walk you through the gas and electric Charger with no pressure, and we never charge a fee to locate or factory order a vehicle. The Malone family has owned and operated Jay Malone CDJR since 2005, on a Highway 7 West corner that has been home to a Hutchinson dealership since 1980, and Hutchinson voted us Best Place to Buy a Vehicle in 2026.
Last reviewed November 2026. Specs are from Dodge and Stellantis 2026 Charger materials; features and availability vary by model and can change. Confirm equipment on a specific vehicle with our team.
About the Author
I’m Jordan Malone-Forst, Assistant General Manager at Jay Malone Motors in Hutchinson, MN. I was named to the CBT News 40 Under 40, Class of 2026 and was the Hutchinson Area Chamber’s 2025 Young Leader of the Year. I’m proud to be part of the family business my dad Jay took over in 2005, and to serve the community I grew up in through the Hutchinson Ambassadors and the Chamber of Commerce. If you’re deciding between a gas and electric Charger, reach out and I’d love to help.