The Sixpack will be the gas-powered sibling to the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV.
Dodge recently unveiled the 2024 Charger Daytona EV and it’s pretty decent. Still, for those who have a soft spot for the roar of a gas engine, the brand has got you covered with its new line of gas-powered Chargers. And they’re about to pack some serious heat under the hood, thanks to Stellantis’ Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-6 engine, offered in two different output levels.
Dubbed the “Sixpack,” these internal combustion engine (ICE) versions of the Charger are ready to give their EV counterparts a run for their money. On the outside, you can spot a Sixpack Charger by its aggressive intakes on the front bumper and a bulging hood topped with an air vent, setting it apart from the sleek R-Wing nose of the Daytona EV. Though we’ve only gotten a glimpse of one photo so far, expect to see more distinctive features like a tweaked rear diffuser outfitted with exhaust tips.
For those considering a Sixpack, the standard output version will not disappoint. With 420 horsepower on tap, it far surpasses the output of the older V6 Chargers and even edges out the Hemi V8 used in the previous Charger R/T. It may not reach the dizzying heights of the Hellcat’s power, but it promises a balance of thrilling performance and, likely, a more tire-friendly driving experience.
But for the power-hungry, the high-output Sixpack is where it’s at, cranking out an impressive 550 horsepower from the same twin-turbocharged heart. This beast significantly outmuscles the 485-horsepower Hemi in the outgoing Charger Scat Pack and guarantees the exhilaration of a full-throttle launch from every stoplight. Both versions of the Sixpack come exclusively with all-wheel drive, hopefully reducing the chances of those all-too-familiar Charger mishaps.
As tantalizing as these details are, Dodge is keeping the full spec sheet under wraps for now. With the spotlight currently on the electric Charger Daytona, information on the Sixpack’s torque, transmission, weight, and additional performance specifics remain a mystery. But given Dodge’s track record, we’re optimistic these gas-powered Chargers will live up to the legacy of their forebearers, offering a compelling blend of modern performance and classic muscle car spirit.
Production for the inline-6 Chargers is set to kick off in early 2025, hot on the heels of the Charger Daytona EV’s debut. So, for those die-hard fans of internal combustion or anyone not quite ready to make the leap to electric, the Sixpack Chargers are your answer.
Stay tuned — more details to come.
