The Electric Dodge Charger Grew Two More Doors
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Just when I was getting my head around the idea of a Dodge Charger that whispers instead of roars – you know, the electric Daytona coupe – Dodge decided to throw another curveball. Two more doors! For the 2026 model year, we're getting a four-door Dodge Charger Daytona sedan. A practical, family-friendly electric muscle car? Is this late April Fool's joke?
We've all been slowly, ever so slowly, getting used to the idea of an electric Dodge Charger. And now Dodge decided that what this electric beast really needed was a couple of extra doors. A four-door (technically five-door) Charger sedan that plugs into the wall. Still cool, maybe, but… sensible? Dodge promises it's still a beast. A quieter, more practical beast, perhaps? Let's see if this electric cat still has its claws.
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Before you imagine some stretched-out limousine version of the Charger, Dodge has been rather clever here. They've kept the sedan looking almost identical to its two-door coupe sibling. Same aggressive face, same sleek roofline, and it even keeps that rather handy liftgate at the back. So, you get all the head-turning looks, but with the added convenience of actually being able to get passengers into the back without them needing a degree in contortionism.
Speaking of the back seat, your passengers will have a reasonable, let's call it cozy, 37.2 inches of legroom. It's not exactly a limousine back there, but it'll do for anyone who isn't auditioning for the NBA. And that liftgate? Pop it open, fold down the rear seats, and you're looking at up to 37.4 cubic feet of cargo space. That's enough room for a serious Costco run or luggage for a very enthusiastic weekend getaway. The only tiny downside is a wee bit of extra timber; this four-door darling weighs about 50.7 pounds more than the coupe. I suppose those extra door handles aren't made of air!
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What's powering this newly domesticated beast? Initially, it's coming in the rather spicy Scat Pack trim. This means a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system sipping electrons from a hefty 100.5 kWh battery pack. All that tech translates to a very healthy 630 horsepower. If that's not enough to ruffle your feathers, there's a little party trick called "PowerShot." Give that button a poke, and for 10 glorious seconds, you get an extra 40 ponies, bringing the grand total to 670 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. Dodge claims both the sedan and coupe will catapult themselves from 0 to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and demolish a quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds. The top speed is a slightly more modest 135 mph, probably to keep your hairpiece from flying into the next county.
Dodge says you'll get about 241 miles on a full charge from its new electric sedan. That's perfectly fine for zipping around town, doing the school run (in the quietest muscle car on the block, mind you), or a modest commute. But for those epic American road trips? You'll be getting very familiar with charging stations. Better pack a good book or take up knitting.
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When it's time to refuel this electric stallion, a powerful 350 kW DC fast charger can take the battery from a nearly-empty 20% to a much more useful 80% in about 24 minutes. That's just enough time for a coffee and a comfort break. If you find a more common 175 kW charger, you'll be waiting around 42 minutes. And for homebodies, an 11 kW Level 2 unit will do the 20% to 80% dance in roughly 5.4 hours. So, plug it in when you get home, and it's ready for more shenanigans by morning. Easy peasy.
Inside, it's tech-central, as you'd expect. A massive 16-inch screen sits behind the steering wheel – because who needs to see the road when you have a giant display, right? (I'm kidding! Mostly.) Then there's a 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen for all your infotainment needs, complete with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, naturally. Standard goodies include a heated steering wheel (a true lifesaver on chilly mornings), dual-zone automatic climate control, and rather fetching seats with leatherette touches.
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Dodge hasn't forgotten about keeping you safe, either. Adaptive Cruise Control, Active Lane Management, and Automatic Emergency Braking are all part of the standard package. If you're feeling fancy, the Plus trim adds a frunk (that's a front trunk, for the uninitiated – perfect for stashing a charging cable or perhaps a small collection of emergency snacks), a wireless phone charger, a 64-color ambient lighting system to match your mood, and a 360-degree camera system to help you avoid any embarrassing parking mishaps. You can even opt for a panoramic glass roof to gaze at the stars, or an 18-speaker Alpine stereo to truly make some noise (on the inside, at least).
And because personalization is everything, you can get a Blacktop package with moody dark badges and 20-inch wheels, a new gloss black painted hood, or even matte black "Fratzog" stripes – a little nod to Dodge's heritage – with snazzy red accents. For the truly committed electric speed demon, the optional Track Package throws in even larger 20-inch aluminum wheels, beefy Brembo brakes, an adaptive suspension system, a gloss black rear spoiler, and supportive leather/suede performance seats.
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Dodge is already taking orders for this 2026 four-door electric wonder, with the first ones expected to land in driveways in the latter half of 2025. As for the price? Well, that's still a closely guarded secret, so start saving your pennies. And if all this electric talk has you breaking out in a cold sweat, fear not. Dodge is also offering a Charger "Sixpack" model, powered by a good old-fashioned twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six gasoline engine, with either 420 or 550 horsepower. So, you see, there's something for everyone, even those who aren't quite ready to plug in and play.
The Dodge Charger sedan is back, but it's had quite the electrifying makeover. It's certainly a brave move from Dodge - a silent, sensible, yet still shockingly quick Charger? I can't wait to see if it still feels like a Charger, even if the loudest noise it makes is the sound of my jaw dropping at its acceleration.
