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2026 Dodge Charger
The 2026 Dodge Charger's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 9 EPA certification records across 9 model/option labels (Charger Daytona R/T AWD 245/55ZR18, Charger Daytona R/T AWD 255/45R20, +7 more), spanning All-Wheel Drive drivetrain and Electricity, Premium, Regular fuel types across 2 engines (3L 6-cyl SIDI, Electric motor / not listed). EPA classifies it under Large Cars vehicle class, built on Conventional, EV powertrain technologies. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 19–95 MPG/MPGe, an electric range of 223–295 miles, an estimated annual fuel cost of $800–$4,100/yr. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. The site covers 6 model years of the Dodge Charger, 2017 through 2027, and this is the 2026.
Configurations9
Model/option labels9
Combined efficiency19–95 MPG/MPGe
Electric range223–295 mi
Decision answers13
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Dodge Charger: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | Top speed | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R/T | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 420 | 468 | 5 s | 168 mph | 17 / 26 / 20 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| R/T Plus | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 420 | 468 | 5 s | 168 mph | 17 / 26 / 20 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Scat Pack | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (HO, Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 550 | 531 | 3.9 s | 177 mph | 16 / 23 / 19 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Scat Pack Plus | 3.0-liter 6-cylinder (HO, Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 550 | 531 | 3.9 s | 177 mph | 16 / 23 / 19 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R/T | 4,816 lb | 206.6 in | 59.2 in | 121 in | 5.5 in | 40 ft | 17.5 gal | 39.1 in | 42.6 in | P245/55R18 |
| R/T Plus | 4,816 lb | 206.6 in | 59.2 in | 121 in | 5.5 in | 40 ft | 17.5 gal | 39.1 in | 42.6 in | P255/45R20XL |
| Scat Pack | 4,816 lb | 206.6 in | 59.2 in | 121 in | 5.5 in | 40 ft | 17.5 gal | 39.1 in | 42.6 in | P275/40ZR20 |
| Scat Pack Plus | 4,816 lb | 206.6 in | 59.2 in | 121 in | 5.5 in | 40 ft | 17.5 gal | 39.1 in | 42.6 in | P275/40ZR20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Dodge Charger trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | R/T | R/T Plus | Scat Pack | Scat Pack Plus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | – | Std | – |
| Surround-view camera | – | Std | – | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | Opt | Std | – | Std |
| Navigation system | Opt | Std | – | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | Opt | Std | – | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Opt | Std | – | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | Opt | Std | – | Std |
| Emergency and security services | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | – | Std |
| Heated rear seats | – | Std | – | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | – | – |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | Std | – | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Opt | Opt | – | Opt |
| Panoramic moonroof | – | Opt | – | Opt |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Opt | Opt | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | – | Std | – | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | – | Std | – | Std |
| Limited-slip differential | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
9 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49957Charger Daytona R/T AWD 245/55ZR18 | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 91 | 78 | 85 | 263 mi |
| 49958Charger Daytona R/T AWD 255/45R20 | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 100 | 89 | 95 | 295 mi |
| 49959Charger Daytona R/T AWD 275/40R20 | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 89 | 76 | 83 | 258 mi |
| 49647Charger Daytona R/T AWD 305/35ZR20 | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 93 | 79 | 86 | 267 mi |
| 49648Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 305/35ZR20 | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 93 | 79 | 86 | 267 mi |
| 49649Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 77 | 68 | 72 | 223 mi |
| 49650Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear A/S | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 82 | 73 | 78 | 241 mi |
| 50283Charger R/T AWD | 3L 6-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic 8-spd | Regular | 17 | 26 | 20 | N/A |
| 50068Charger Scat Pack AWD | 3L 6-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic 8-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
13 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2026 Dodge Charger versus the 2025 Dodge Charger?
Model year
Against the 2025 Dodge Charger: Model/option labels added: Charger R/T AWD, Charger Scat Pack AWD. Engine descriptions added: 3L 6-cyl SIDI. Transmissions added: Automatic 8-spd. Fuel types added: Premium, Regular. Certification records went from 7 to 9. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 84.0 to 57.0 MPG/MPGe. Midpoint electric range moved from 262 to 259 miles.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How quickly does the 2026 Dodge Charger accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
The 2026 Dodge Charger's 0-60 mph time is 3.9 seconds on the Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus and 5 seconds on the R/T and R/T Plus. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03What is the 2026 Dodge Charger's top speed?
Performance
The 2026 Dodge Charger's top speed is 168 mph on the R/T and R/T Plus and 177 mph on the Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What size wheels does the 2026 Dodge Charger have?
Wheels and tires
The 2026 Dodge Charger's wheel diameter is 18 inches on the R/T and 20 inches on the Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05How do the 2026 Dodge Charger trims differ from one another?
Trims
The R/T Plus has power front seats for driver and passenger, heated front seats, heated mirrors and 11 more as standard equipment over the R/T. The Scat Pack has 550 hp against 420 and a heated steering wheel, a rear spoiler and a rearview camera as standard equipment over the R/T Plus. The Scat Pack Plus has power front seats for driver and passenger, heated front seats, heated rear seats and 8 more as standard equipment over the Scat Pack.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q06How far does the 2026 Dodge Charger take to stop from 70 mph?
Performance
Car and Driver's testing of the 2026 Dodge Charger R/T 4-Door recorded a 70-to-0 mph stopping distance of 181 feet. Source: Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q07What kind of brakes does the 2026 Dodge Charger have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend and Car and Driver both list the 2026 Dodge Charger with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend and Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q08What suspension does the 2026 Dodge Charger use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend and Car and Driver both describe the 2026 Dodge Charger's suspension this way. Front: a multi-link design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend and Car and Driver, read 2026-09-25.
Q09How many people does the 2026 Dodge Charger R/T 2-Door AWD seat?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists 5 seats for the 2026 Dodge Charger R/T 2-Door AWD.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q10What warranty does the 2026 Dodge Charger R/T 2-Door AWD come with?
Specifications
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Dodge Charger R/T 2-Door AWD with basic coverage of 36 months or 36,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 60 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 60 months or 60,000 miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q11What is the GVWR of the 2026 Dodge Charger AWD R/T 2dr Coupe?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 5,950 pounds for the 2026 Dodge Charger AWD R/T 2dr Coupe.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q12What is the payload capacity of the 2026 Dodge Charger AWD R/T 2dr Coupe?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 1,209 pounds for the 2026 Dodge Charger AWD R/T 2dr Coupe.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q13What does the 2026 Dodge Charger cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Dodge Charger run from $51,990 for the R/T to $63,985 for the Scat Pack Plus, across 4 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
This model year’s federal safety record
1 federal recall campaign is on file for the 2026 Dodge Charger.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2026 Dodge Charger name backup camera. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2026 Dodge Charger is affected.
The 2023 Dodge Charger carries 2 recall campaigns: 1 more recall than the 2026.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
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Current federal safety records for 2026 Dodge Charger.
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