Is The Gas-Powered Dodge Charger Back?

For the 2026 model year, there's an all-new engine under the hood of the Dodge Charger! This engine is a 3.0-liter Hurricane Twin Turbo Straight Six, proudly wearing the revived "SIXPACK" badge. SIXPACK H.O. (High-Output) delivers 550 horsepower, 531 lb-ft of torque, and a 177 mph top speed, while the Charger R/T with the standard-output engine produces 420 horsepower, 468 lb-ft of torque, and a 168 mph top speed. The SIXPACK H.O. features forged-aluminum pistons, high-pressure direct fuel injection, advanced cooling systems, and variable valve timing, ensuring both immediate low-end power and sustained performance.

The SIXPACK engine in the new Dodge Charger gets a major boost from its twin Garrett GT2054 turbochargers, designed for both speed and efficiency. With their counter-rotating design, the turbos also cut down on lag, balance airflow, and sharpen throttle response, giving the Charger powerful acceleration and smoother overall performance. Built from Inconel 713, the turbines can handle extreme heat and stress, ensuring durability under high-performance conditions. These 54mm turbos spin up to 185,000 RPM and deliver up to 30 psi of boost, pushing more air into the combustion chamber for increased horsepower and torque!

The 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK-powered models offer a unique combination of all-wheel drive and rear-wheel-drive flexibility, making them the world's only AWD muscle cars with on-demand RWD capability. Thanks to the 880RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, drivers can switch to 100% rear-wheel drive at the push of a button. The AWD system enhances traction in all weather conditions and road surfaces, while the Front-Axle Disconnect feature helps improve fuel efficiency by reducing driveline losses when AWD isn't needed. This setup gives drivers the perfect balance of performance, grip, and control.

The SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger Scat Pack is built to deliver thrilling performance while keeping you in control every step of the way. Its mechanical limited-slip differential ensures both rear wheels stay planted during hard launches, while Line Lock makes it easy to heat up the rear tires for drag-strip-ready burnouts. Launch Control lets you fine-tune torque for any surface, and with five drive modes, you can adjust everything from throttle response and torque distribution to steering feel and exhaust sound. The Charger also offers Brembo six-piston calipers, large ventilated discs, and an intelligent Brake by Wire eBoost system. These are just a few of the many performance features you can find on the Dodge Charger!

Customers in and around Hartford, CT can visit Roberts Chrysler Dodge Ram to explore our wide selection of Dodge vehicles, including the 2026 Dodge Charger. Whether you're browsing in person or starting online, our team is here to help answer any questions you may have and guide you through the buying process. You can also contact us using the form below to learn more about the Charger, and we'll be happy to schedule a test drive so you can experience its performance and features firsthand.