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FAQ

SRT® stands for “Street and Racing Technology.” This moniker is associated with the Dodge Brand and is specific to its lineup of performance-oriented vehicles.

The speed of a vehicle depends on many factors, including the model year and trim of the vehicle. The Hellcat is typically faster than a Scat Pack, with the supercharged engine in the Hellcat producing more horsepower and torque, resulting in quicker acceleration and a higher top speed than the Scat Pack.

No, SRT^® is not the same as Hellcat. SRT stands for “Street and Racing Technology” and refers to high-performance Dodge vehicles. The Hellcat is a high-performance engine that is used in some SRT models.

No, a Scat Pack is not a Super Bee. The Super Bee is a special edition of the Scat Pack and uses the Scat Pack as a base for its design. The Super Bee offers additional features and performance enhancements compared to the Scat Pack.

The term Scat Pack is used to indicate a high level of performance, not the engine inside of the vehicle. The all-new Charger Scat Pack is powered by the 3.0L Twin-Turbo SIXPACK High-Output engine. Previous generations of gas-powered Scat Packs were powered by a V8 engine. There is also an electric version of the Scat Pack called the Daytona Scat Pack, these models  feature a 400-volt powertrain with dual 250kW electric drive motors. 

The Dodge Hellcat is named after the Grumman F6F Hellcat, a World War II fighter plane. This was a powerful and aggressive aircraft which also featured a supercharger, similar to the Hellcat engine.

The Dodge Charger SIXPACK refers to Dodge Charger R/T and Scat Pack models that are equipped with the Twin-Turbo Hurricane I6 engine. On Charger models, the Hurricane engine is now known as the SIXPACK engine and comes in Standard-Output and High-Output versions. Charger SIXPACK models will be available in both two-door and four-door configurations.

The Dodge Charger SIXPACK models are powered by a 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6 Hurricane engine. This engine is available in Standard Output and High Output versions.

The top speed of the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack with the High-Output SIXPACK engine is 177 miles per hour. This top speed is coupled with impressive acceleration and a 0-60 mph time of 3.9 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 12.2 seconds.

The 2026 Dodge Charger R/T with the 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK Standard-Output engine boasts 420 horsepower while the Dodge Charger Scat Pack with the 3.0L Twin-Turbo SIXPACK High-Output engine boasts 550 horsepower.

The SIXPACK engine is available in two versions: a Standard-Output and High-Output engine. The 3.0L Twin-Turbo SIXPACK Standard-Output engine on the Charger R/T has 420 horsepower while the 3.0L Twin-Turbo SIXPACK High-Output on the Charger Scat Pack has 550 horsepower. Both versions utilize a Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L Hurricane I6 engine and come standard with all-wheel drive.

Dodge engines are primarily manufactured by FCA US LLC, the parent company of the Dodge Brand. These engines are produced at various engine plants in Detroit, Michigan and Mexico.

HEMI^® refers to an engine with a hemispherical combustion chamber. This design, characterized by its dome-shaped cylinder heads and piston tops, allows for more efficient combustion and increased power output compared to traditional engine designs. 

HEMI® engines are known for their power, and their longevity depends on maintenance and driving habits. With proper care, a HEMI engine can easily last over 200,000 miles, with some lasting to 300,000 miles or more.

HEMI^® refers to the design of the combustion chamber. The HEMI engine features a hemispherical combustion chamber. This design, characterized by its dome-shaped cylinder heads and piston tops, allows for more efficient combustion and increased power output compared to traditional engine designs.

Yes, HEMI^® engines are coming back. FCA US LLC is restarting production of the entire HEMI V8 family, with the Dodge Brand offering HEMI^® engines on the Dodge Durango.

Yes, HEMI® engines are good engines. HEMI engines are known for their power and performance and are generally reliable when properly cared for and maintained.

HEMI® engines have 16 spark plugs. Each cylinder on a HEMI engine has two spark plugs, and the HEMI is a V8 engine.

The horsepower of an engine depends on the specific vehicle and year of production. Typically, a 5.7L HEMI V8 engine produces between maximum 340 and 395 horsepower.

With proper maintenance, a 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine is expected to last between 200,000 and 300,000 miles.

The horsepower of an engine depends on the specific vehicle and year of production. Typically, a 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine produces between 366 and 485 horsepower.

No, the 6.4L HEMI® engine is not considered a big block engine, despite its displacement. While it's a large engine, it's technically classified as a medium-duty V8 with a medium-block design.

MDS stands for “Multi-Displacement System.” This is a fuel-saving technology found in 5.7L HEMI® V8 engines. It works by temporarily deactivating four of the eight cylinders during light driving conditions to help improve fuel economy.

Dodge Direct Connection is a program that provides factory-backed performance parts and technical information for Dodge vehicles.

Dodge Direct Connection allows owners to enhance their vehicle performance often with parts developed and validated by FCA US LLC engineers while still maintaining the factory warranty.

The benefit of the Performance Parts offered by Direct Connection is that owners can enhance their vehicle’s performance while still maintaining the factory warranty.

The Direct Connection Stage 2 Upgrade Kit adds maximum 80 horsepower to 2024 and 2025 Dodge Charger Scat Pack models, for a total output of maximum 670 horsepower. From 2026 onward the Daytona Scat Pack will have 670 horsepower standard.