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Dodge has officially confirmed that its eighth-generation Charger lineup is headed to Europe. The announcement marks a major milestone for the iconic American performance brand as it celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026.
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An American Icon Returns
Three Charger Models Lead The 2027 Lineup
Could The Daytona R/T Return?
Production Expected To Begin Later This Year
More Details Still To Come
For MoparInsiders readers, the news won’t come as a surprise. Back in December 2024, we reported that Dodge was planning to bring the next-generation Charger to European markets during the 2026 timeframe. Now, Dodge Europe has made it official, confirming that both the all-electric Charger Daytona and the internal-combustion-engine (ICE) Charger SIXPACK models will be sold on the other side of the Atlantic.
The move gives European enthusiasts something they haven’t had in years: a modern Dodge muscle car lineup available directly through authorized distributors.
An American Icon Returns
Dodge Charger SIXPACK Scat Pack Blacktop 2DR in Sub-Zero. (Dodge).
Dodge sees the Charger as much more than just another vehicle entering a new market. According to company officials, the return represents an opportunity to reintroduce one of America’s most recognizable performance nameplates to customers looking for something different from the traditional European performance offerings.
“Bringing Charger back to Europe is a significant moment for the brand,” said Fabio Catone, Head of Brand for Dodge in Europe. “It means reintroducing an unmistakable American nameplate to customers that values character and authenticity. Charger has always been about standing apart, and that attitude is exactly what defines its return.”
That statement perfectly captures what Dodge hopes to accomplish. While European roads are dominated by German luxury sedans, hot hatchbacks, and premium performance vehicles, Dodge is betting there is still room for some unapologetic American muscle.
Three Charger Models Lead The 2027 Lineup
The European rollout is expected to include the same core Charger models that will make up the North American 2027 lineup. Unlike previous generations, buyers will be able to choose between two-door coupe and four-door hatchback body styles across the lineup. Hatchbacks have always been popular in Europe and Dodge is now offering some unique full-size car power with it.
Dodge Charger SIXPACK R/T
Dodge Charger SIXPACK R/T Plus 4DR with the Performance Handling Group. (Dodge).
Serving as the entry point to the gasoline-powered Charger family is the Charger SIXPACK R/T.
Under the hood sits Stellantis’ twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter (183 cubic-inch) HURRICANE Standard Output (S/O) I6 engine, producing 420 horsepower and 468 lb.-ft. of torque.Â
Performance remains impressive, with Dodge targeting a 0-to-60 mph time of 4.6 seconds and a quarter-mile pass of 12.9 seconds. Compared to the previous-generation 5.7-liter (345 cubic-inch) HEMI® V8-powered Charger R/T, the new SIXPACK R/T delivers more horsepower, more torque, and significantly stronger low-end response.
Dodge Charger SIXPACK Scat Pack
Dodge Charger Scat Pack Plus in Green Machine. (Dodge).
For enthusiasts wanting maximum internal-combustion performance, the Charger SIXPACK Scat Pack sits at the top of the gasoline lineup. Powered by the High-Output (H/O) version of the HURRICANE engine, the Scat Pack delivers 550 horsepower and 531 lb.-ft. of torque.
Dodge estimates a 0-to-60 mph sprint of just 3.9 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 12.2 seconds.
Both SIXPACK models come with a fast but smooth-shifting 880RE 8-speed automatic transmission that reroutes power to standard all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, Launch Control, Line Lock, and an on-demand rear-wheel-drive (RWD) mode that allows drivers to send all available torque to the rear wheels for a more traditional muscle car experience.
Daytona Scat Pack Brings Electric Muscle Overseas
Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack (left) and SIXPACK Scat Pack (right). (Dodge).
Joining the gasoline-powered models will be the all-electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack.
Producing 670 horsepower and 627 lb.-ft. of torque, the Daytona Scat Pack remains the quickest and most powerful AWD muscle car Dodge has ever offered.
Performance numbers include a 3.3-second 0-to-60 mph time and an 11.5-second quarter-mile run.
The Daytona also features Dodge-exclusive technologies such as Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust, Drift Mode, Donut Mode, Race Prep, and PowerShot, which temporarily increases output by an additional 40 horsepower.
For the 2027 model year, North American Charger Daytona models gain a native North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port, providing direct access to Tesla’s Supercharger network without the need for an adapter.
However, European-market vehicles will use a different setup. European regulations require electric vehicles to utilize the CCS2 (Combined Charging System Type 2) connector, which serves as the universal charging standard across the region. As a result, Charger Daytona models sold in Europe will continue to use CCS2, ensuring compatibility with both public charging infrastructure and supercharger stations throughout the continent.
Could The Daytona R/T Return?
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1. (Dodge).
One of the biggest unanswered questions surrounding the Charger’s European launch is whether Dodge will revive the Charger Daytona R/T.
While Dodge has not officially announced the model, both Dodge Europe’s website and information from its authorized distributors continue to reference the Daytona R/T. Some European materials even list performance figures tied to the previously announced Stage 2 package, which would boost output to 536 horsepower while maintaining its 404 lb.-ft. torque rating.
The Daytona R/T originally served as the entry-level electric Charger in North America, producing 496 horsepower with the standard Stage 1 package before Dodge discontinued the model after the 2025 model year. Originally, the car was planned to be sold without the standard Stage 1 upgrade, making the standard car rated at 456 horsepower.
2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1. (Dodge).
A European return would make sense. EV adoption remains stronger in many European markets than in North America, and a lower-priced Daytona R/T could help Dodge attract buyers who want Charger styling and performance without stepping up to the 670-horsepower Daytona Scat Pack. Because the R/T shares most of its hardware with the Scat Pack, including the same battery pack, and dual-motor AWD system, bringing the model back would require minimal engineering changes.
For now, Dodge has only confirmed the Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the gasoline-powered SIXPACK models for Europe. However, the continued references to the Daytona R/T suggest the door remains open for its return. We’ll continue to monitor the situation as more details emerge.
Production Expected To Begin Later This Year
Production at the Windsor Assembly Plant. (Stellantis).
European-bound Charger models will be produced at the Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario, Canada, alongside North American versions.
While back in December of 2024, we originally heard that the Charger Daytona would be hitting European roads in Q1 of 2026, it now sounds like European deliveries could be taking place sometime in Q1 of 2027.
With two authorized Dodge distributors currently operating within the European Economic Area, the groundwork is already in place for the Charger’s return.
More Details Still To Come
Dodge Vehicles at the WorldSBK Superbike race in the Netherlands in 2024. (Dodge).
While Dodge remains primarily focused on the North American market, the brand will continue offering its blue-collar American performance machines to European enthusiasts in limited numbers, giving buyers overseas access to one of the most distinctive muscle car lineups on the market today.
As more details emerge regarding pricing, availability, market-specific equipment, and the potential return of the Charger Daytona R/T, we’ll continue to provide the latest updates and coverage right here on MoparInsiders.
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Robert S. Miller