Dodge hints at Hemi Charger power

Dodge hints that a Hemi powered Charger will coexist with electric options as part of a flexible multi energy strategy.

Dodge Signals Hemi Powered Charger Return

At a preview event for the turbocharged Sixpack, Dodge chief executive Matt McAlear answered questions about the Charger’s powertrain future. He said the company is just getting started and noted that the new platform is built to evolve with consumer demand and regulations. Dodge currently offers two electric Charger variants and two gasoline versions, with the base BEV still missing from the lineup. The company emphasizes a multi energy approach rather than backing a single technology.

McAlear stressed that there is no single path set in stone for future powertrains. He hinted that more cylinders could appear, while also acknowledging that even a revived Hemi may not be the peak option. The Daytona EV with 670 horsepower is expected to compete with any internal combustion option, while the currently available inline six at 550 horsepower has room to grow. The company says it did not commit to one technology and that the platform is designed to evolve and flex with consumer demand and changes in regulations, which means the V8 could live alongside battery power in some form.

Dodge is signaling a shift from pure heritage toward a flexible energy strategy. By tying performance to a multi energy platform, the brand aims to protect its performance identity while navigating a market that increasingly favors electrification. That stance could reassure investors that the company remains competitive, but it risks alienating traditional V8 fans who expect a straightforward choice.

If the approach works, it could become a template for other performance brands. The emphasis on platform versatility over a single engine suggests cost savings and broader regulatory flexibility. The challenge is to keep the Charger’s unmistakable image while delivering real power and efficiency, without watering down what makes it desirable.

Highlights

The future of performance cars will test how far power travels on less fuel.