Dodge has taken a bold leap into the era of electric vehicles with the 2024 Charger Daytona Scat Pack. Built in the USA, this beast offers a starting price of $73,190, plus a $1,995 destination charge. Targeting a dramatic 0-100 km/h time of 3.3 seconds, it promises a quarter-mile in just 11.5 seconds, rivaling its V8 predecessors and retaining the storied legacy of American muscle.

2024 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack: The Muscle Car Goes Electric

If you ever thought the electric revolution would sideline the American muscle car, Dodge just threw a 670-horsepower rebuttal your way. The 2024 Charger Daytona Scat Pack doesn't whisper into the future—it roars, thanks to a Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust that does its darnedest to mimic a V8 growl. Built in Ontario, this all-electric brute makes the case that performance doesn’t have to be petroleum-powered anymore. Starting around $73,190 (€68,500), it lands squarely between Tesla’s dominance and Mopar nostalgia.

Design and Features: Classic Form Meets EV Function

Right off the bat, this Charger makes its presence known—206.6 inches (5,248 mm) long and nearly 80 inches (2,028 mm) wide, it’s more slab-sided brawler than slippery coupe. Dodge kept its muscle heritage alive with retro-inspired touches like the illuminated Fratzog badge and the widebody stance that screams “don’t mess.” That front R-Wing aero passthrough? A patented airflow trick that doubles as street cred.

Inside, it’s tech-forward without feeling sterile. You get a 16-inch digital cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Uconnect 5, and the option for a panoramic roof and 18-speaker Alpine setup that can shake the fillings out of your molars. Suede and leather seats hug you in all the right ways, and there’s even a “pistol-grip” shifter—a nostalgic nod that’ll tickle any Mopar fan’s memory.

Powertrain & Acceleration: EV Punch Meets Muscle Tradition

This ain’t your grandma’s EV. Dual permanent magnet motors (335 hp each) throw down a combined 500 kW (670 hp) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm) of torque. With a tap of the PowerShot button, you get a 40-hp burst that propels you to 60 mph (97 km/h) in just 3.3 seconds. The quarter-mile slips by in 11.5 seconds—right up there with Hellcat territory.

All-wheel drive is standard, but Dodge spiced things up with Drift and Donut modes for your inner hooligan. Want to slide around a corner like it’s 1970? The software’s got your back. Just don’t expect old-school burnouts—the physics and software don’t quite allow for those smoky theatrics... yet.

Battery, Range & Charging: Built for Fun, Not Just Function

A 100.5 kWh lithium-ion pack (93.9 usable) powers the Scat Pack, giving you an EPA-estimated 241 miles (388 km). Real-world testing showed closer to 255 miles (410 km), especially without the grippier tires from the Track Package. Compared to Tesla’s 396-mile (637 km) Model S Plaid? Not even close, but the Charger’s chasing adrenaline, not efficiency awards.

Charging speed tops out at 183 kW DC, meaning a 20–80% bump in about 30 minutes. AC charging? Expect around 26 miles (42 km) per hour on a Level 2. Dodge throws in a Free2move home charger or $800 in public charging credits—handy, considering the slower juice-up time versus Porsche or Tesla.

Tech, Safety & Interior Comfort: Modern Muscle Gets Smart

Tech lovers, rejoice. You’re getting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, OTA updates, and even a Drive eXperience Recorder that logs g-forces and lap times. Think of it as your personal pit crew. Add in adaptive dampers, massive Brembo brakes, and six selectable drive modes—including Drag and Custom—and you've got a tailor-fit EV for every mood.

Safety’s no afterthought either. Forward collision alerts, emergency braking, blind-spot monitors—it’s all standard. Adaptive cruise and lane-keeping assist are optional. No crash-test ratings yet, but the AWD and heavy build (5,838 lb / 2,648 kg) suggest it’ll hold its own.

Price vs Performance: Charger EV Holds Its Own

At a tick under $75,000 (€70,200), the Daytona Scat Pack brings serious bang for the buck. You get Hellcat-level thrills for half the price of a Taycan or Lucid. Sure, the range is shorter and charging slower, but this isn’t a commuter car—it’s a back-road bruiser with an electric soul.

Compared to rivals like the BMW i4 M50 ($69,900 / €65,400) or Audi RS e-tron GT ($161,000 / €150,000), Dodge delivers a raw, emotional experience the others don’t bother with. And that’s kind of the point—it’s not trying to out-Tesla Tesla. It’s trying to be what Dodge has always been: loud, proud, and unapologetically muscle.