Dodge Charger Daytona 2026 - Wondrous American Muscle-Car!

2026 Dodge Charger Daytona EV With a retro-inspired design, the 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona masks its modern electric powertrain but still delivers muscle-car performance. The interior is nostalgic too, featuring a pistol-grip shifter and long, lean shapes accented by stitching that runs across the dashboard and doors. A 94-kWh battery provides juice for front and rear electric motors. Driving range is estimated at 241 miles per charge. Acceleration is spirited, with the Charger Daytona Scat Pack coupe outrunning the previous-generation gas-powered Hellcat to 60 mph in our testing. Both coupe and sedan body styles are offered, making it easy to pick the Charger Daytona that fits your lifestyle. If you aren’t ready for an EV muscle car, Dodge also sells a gas-powered version of the Charger, but we review that car separately. What's New for 2026? A pair of rear doors. Dodge let the two-door coupe have the spotlight to itself for the Charger Daytona’s first two model years, as that model's styling directly channeled that of the original first- and second-generation Chargers. While the four-door body style may not offer quite as pure a stylistic interpretation, it's a heck of a lot more practical for many users. An even more powerful SRT Banshee trim is also in the works, but we aren’t sure when that model will launch. The entry-level R/T trim, which offered over 300 miles of range, has been discontinued for 2026. Pricing and Which One to Buy The price of the 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona EV starts at $61.990 and goes up to $68.985 depending on the trim and options. EV Motor, Power, and Performance The Charger Daytona is powered by two electric motors, one front and one rear, that provide standard all-wheel drive. A 94-kWh battery pack provides the juice, and three levels of regenerative braking are available via a steering-wheel-mounted paddle. A Direct Connection Stage power-upgrade kits provide a 15-second power boost which adds 80 hp to push maximum power to 670 horsepower. To ensure you don't forget this EV is a Dodge EV, a raucous synthetic exhaust soundtrack announces your arrival, and optional features include a Donut mode, a Drift mode, Line Lock, and launch control. Performance pages return, clocking performance metrics with timers, gauges, g-forces, and additional info, storing it for review later. During our test drive of the Charger Daytona coupe, we found that it delivers strong power and a compliant ride—especially with the optional adaptive dampers. It's a large car, and it drives big in the corners, feeling more like a grand tourer than a sports car. We haven't yet driven the four-door, but we'll update this section when we do. Read More https://www.caranddriver.com/dodge/charger-daytona-ev 📌 Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/MEDCARS.TV 📌 Tiktok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@cartvpress