We're behind the wheel of Dodge's contentious electric muscle car. This vehicle sure knows how to steal the spotlight and might introduce you to plenty of fellow enthusiasts in traffic court.
Everyone, it’s quite an odd experience to wake up in the morning, prepare your coffee, glance out of your kitchen window, and spot a Dodge muscle car in your driveway—complete with a cord connected to your Level 2 electric vehicle charging station.
I wouldn't have thought I'd ever witness that.
Yet it's my reality for the next few days as I test the Dodge Charger Daytona with an EV Scat Pack , Dodge's answer to This nation's widespread issue with sleep pods With an output of 630 horsepower (which can go up to 670 hp with boosted mode), this vehicle features dual-motor all-wheel drive and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. It’s definitely a high-performance beast—a genuinely comfortable yet commanding American muscle car.
However, is it truly an excellent electric vehicle? And will it genuinely win over those die-hard enthusiasts who favor muscle cars with powerful V8 engines—a group that might be particularly skeptical about switching to electric vehicles? This aspect remains uncertain. I plan to investigate further. Until then, what specific details would you like me to gather about it?
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV with Scat Pack Track Package
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack Track Package
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack Track Package
The complete name of this vehicle is amusingly the Charger Daytona Scat Pack Track Package. It derives its energy from a 93.9 kWh battery pack, which provides an estimated range of 241 miles (not exceptional nowadays, yet reasonable considering it’s a performance-oriented model). The Scat Pack represents the pinnacle trim level available for the Charger; however, opting for the lower-tier R/T will cost you less at $59,995 plus additional destination charges, though it offers “just” 496 horsepower as opposed to higher trims.
Similar to most press testers, this version comes loaded with numerous features. The additions such as the Scat Pack Stage 2, Plus Group, and Track Package offer enhancements including an adjustable suspension system, Brembo brakes featuring red calipers, heated rear seats, a wireless phone charger, among others. Altogether, this particular Dodge Charger has a price tag of $85,965.
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack Track Package
That's certainly steep, but it's undeniably quick. I drove the Charger Daytona EV home late last night after a work trip and it certainly kept me awake with the speaker-driven Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust, which mimics the sound of a V8 rumble inside and outside the car. It's much more subtle inside, and even as someone who likes the quiet of driving electric, I didn't mind it at all. So far, I like what it adds to the experience.
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack Track Package
Imagine this: it’s incredibly fast, so much so that you might worry about getting pulled over constantly. While some electric vehicles instill a sense of environmental pride, others keep you perpetually checking for police. This falls into the latter category. Additionally, driving an electric coupe is quite invigorating—I can’t recall when I last drove one—which stands out among the myriad of electric SUVs available today due to its low-to-the-ground design.
So far, though, I’m not particularly fond of the unforgiving sports seats, the sometimes sluggish software interface, the tactile touch buttons surrounding it, or how it handles certain aspects of electric vehicle technology. For instance, the regenerative braking feels abrupt and clumsy, and its single-pedal driving mode isn’t always seamless. While it’s an electric car, it seems to go out of its way to mimic the classic Hemi V8 Dodge feel—possibly to excess.
The efficiency hasn't been very impressive, overall. Given the chilly conditions in upstate New York during late March and considering my less-than-steady driving habits, I managed only around 1.8 miles per kilowatt-hour for my journey back home. Whether I'll attempt to improve this metric remains undecided.
2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV with Scat Pack Track Package
This vehicle has certainly stirred up controversy among the Mopar enthusiasts, which makes sense. Even Dodge acknowledges that electric power doesn’t align well with what die-hard Hemi fans prefer. It’s fair to wonder if Dodge developed this model due to genuine enthusiasm or simply as a response to industry pressure. However, I’ve found myself genuinely enjoying my time behind the wheel so far. Only time will tell if that sentiment holds true over several more days of use.
In the meantime, what would you like to learn about the new electric Charger? Leave your questions in the comments section or send them via email.
Contact the author: patrick.george@insideevs.com
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