Dodge Says It Doesn't Care About The Charger Daytona's Efficiency Or Range (2024)

The Dodge Charger goes electric with the new Daytona model, but it is still unashamedly a muscle car. At a preview event for the Charger Daytona, Dodge head Tim Kuniskis told gathered media "I don’t care. This is about performance," when asked about range and efficiency.

"Muscle car owners don’t care about fuel economy," he added. That said, the EPA range figures for the Charger Daytona are solid. The Charger Daytona R/T promises a 317-mile range from its 100.5-kWh gross (93.4-kWh net) battery pack, while the more powerful Scat Pack should do 260 miles on a full charge. Your milage may obviously vary – especially if you take advantage of the Daytona's donut mode – but that's an average figure of 3.4 miles/kWh for the R/T and 2.78 mi/kWh for the Scat Pack. Not bad for vehicles that weigh 5,838 pounds and offer 496 and 670 horsepower, respectively.

Charger Daytona EV R/T Scat Pack
Range 317 Miles 260 Miles
Efficiency 3.4 mi/kWh 2.78 mi/kWh
Maximum Charge Rate 183 Kilowatts 183 Kilowatts
Horsepower 456 HP / 496 HP (Power Shot) 630 HP / 670 HP (Power Shot)
Torque 404 LB-FT 627 LB-FT
0-60 MPH Time 4.7 Seconds 3.3 Seconds
Quarter-Mile Time 13.1 Seconds 11.5 Seconds

Charging rate is impressive too. The Charger Daytona uses a 400-volt electrical architecture, which usually translates to a maximum charging rate of 150 kW, but it seems like it uses the trick of virtually splitting the battery pack into two virtual units charging in parallel, boosting speeds. The maximum rate of 183 kW is achievable at 350-kW stations.

So maybe Dodge didn't care about range or efficiency, but accidentally made an efficient car with a respectable range. All the more impressive given the power, size, and huge weight of the thing.

But we have to agree with Kuniskis here. We doubt muscle-car buyers will care.

Additional reporting by Christopher Smith.

Dodge Says It Doesn't Care About The Charger Daytona's Efficiency Or Range (2024)

FAQs

What is the range of the Dodge Charger Daytona? ›

With a 93.9-kWh usable capacity, Dodge estimates the battery will deliver EPA-rated ranges of 317 miles for the R/T and 260 miles for the Scat Pack. Along with an 11.0-kW onboard charger, the Daytona models offer a peak charge rate of 183 kilowatts when plugged into a 350-kW DC fast-charger.

What does Daytona mean in Dodge? ›

“Daytona” has meant several things to Charger throughout history. First, it was the name of the winged monster that shook up the 1970 NASCAR season. Next, it was a package that could be applied to modern Dodge Charger models to enhance their power and aerodynamics.

What is the range of the Charger Daytona in 2024? ›

Another big question by many is “how far will they go and how long does it take to charge?” The Dodge Charger Daytona R/T has a range of 317 miles and the Scat Pack has a range of 260 miles.

Is the Dodge Charger fuel efficient? ›

Speaking of gas mileage, the 2022 Dodge Charger sports 18mpg in the city, 23 highway MPG, and 30 combined MPG.

What is the lowest mileage Dodge Daytona? ›

The Daytona auctioned by Mecum had both features and was the only one of the 22 painted T5 Copper Metallic with a white wing stripe and a tan interior, making it a truly unique car. It's also the lowest-mileage Hemi Daytona with its original engine known to exist and has just 6,490 miles on its odometer.

How many miles can a Dodge Charger Daytona last? ›

However, the general feedback regarding the Charger's lifespan seems to be between 150,000 to 250,000 miles. This seems to be an accurate estimate based on discussion boards like the Charger Forums, where people shared how easily the Charger cleared the 100k-mile mark.

How rare is a Dodge Charger Daytona? ›

When we say this car is rare, we mean rare. Only 550 Dodge Charger Daytonas were manufactured by Chrysler in 1969. Only 70 were made with a 426 Hemi engine. Only 22 were 4 speed.

Why is the Dodge Daytona so rare? ›

The production run was designed to satisfy NASCAR's hom*ologation requirement that at least 500 units be available to the public, and of the 503 produced only 70 cars received the 426ci Hemi V-8. Among them, even fewer—just 22—came with the four-speed A833 manual transmission. They are rare and fast cars indeed.

When was the Dodge Daytona banned? ›

Sure, people knew about aerodynamics, but the extreme looks of the big nose cone and that massive wing in the rear was unbelievable. After smoking the competition and setting speed records in NASCAR races, most notably at Talladega, both muscle cars were banned from competition for the 1971 season.

Is Dodge making a 2024 charger? ›

Dodge Charger Daytona models will be electric, while Dodge Charger SixPack models will burn gasoline. The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona will hit dealers this summer in R/T and Scat Pack trims.

What is the 0 60 on a Dodge Charger Daytona 2024? ›

0–60-MPH Times

Dodge claims a 3.3-second 60-mph time for the Daytona Scat Pack and estimates it will clear the quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds. The R/T follows at 4.7 seconds to 60 mph and 13.4 seconds in the quarter-mile. Top speeds are 137 and 134 mph, respectively.

How long will Daytona last? ›

The Daytona 500 is 500 miles, which equates to 200 laps on a 2.5-mile track. The race takes approximately 3.5 hours for the drivers to complete. How can I watch the Daytona 500? The Daytona 500 will be broadcast on FOX Sports.

What's a good mileage for a Dodge Charger? ›

Dodge Charger Gas Mileage Specifics
Trim LevelsMPG
SRT® Hellcat Redeye Widebody12 City, 21 Highway
Scat Pack Widebody15 City, 24 Highway
SCAT PACK15 City, 24 Highway
RT15 City, 25 Highway
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Sep 18, 2023

Does a Dodge Charger need premium gas? ›

Scat Pack: Premium gas — 91-octane or higher. SRT Hellcat: Premium gas — 91-octane or higher. SRT Hellcat Redeye: Premium gas — 91-octane or higher.

How many miles can a Dodge Charger go on a full tank? ›

The Charger has a driving range of over 425 miles on a single tank of gas when you combine the city and highway miles per gallon numbers. Looking at fuel economy, the 2022 Charger sports 18 miles per gallon city, 23 highway MPG, and 30 combined MPG.

What is the range of the Dodge Charger EV? ›

The Charger Daytona EV is equipped with a 100.5kWh high-voltage battery that uses advanced lithium-ion tech. In short, it's designed for performance. The battery has an estimated range of 317 miles for the R/T model and 260 miles for the Scat Pack model.

What was the first car to hit 200 mph? ›

In 1927, Major Henry Segrave piloted a Sunbeam land-speed car to 203.79mph on the sands of Daytona Beach, Florida, making it the first car to record a speed over 200mph.

How much will Charger Daytona SRT cost? ›

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2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Specifications
BASE PRICE$60,000-$80,000 (est)
LAYOUTFront- and rear-motor, AWD, 5-pass, 2-door coupe/4-door sedan
MOTORS2 x 335-hp/314-lb-ft, 400-volt, permanent-magnet electric; Comb: 496- or 670-hp/404- or 607-lb-ft
TRANSMISSION1-speed automatic
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Mar 5, 2024

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