Electric Charger Daytona Boasts Award-Winning Propulsion System

The legend of the Dodge Charger continues—this time with a jolt of electric power that’s turning heads and breaking records. The 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack, Dodge’s all-electric muscle car, has officially earned a coveted spot on the 2025 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list. It’s a clear signal that the muscle car era isn’t ending—it’s evolving. 

Wards praised the Daytona for its unique blend of raw performance, advanced tech, and unmistakable attitude. And with good reason. This EV is not just fast—it’s the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car, packing a 670-horsepower electric propulsion system that rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and crushes the quarter-mile in 11.5 seconds. 

Revolutionizing Electric Performance 

Underneath its aggressive silhouette, the Charger Daytona runs on a 400-volt propulsion system powered by a 100.5-kWh battery pack and dual electric drive modules (EDMs)—one front, one rear—each cranking out 335 hp and over 313 lb-ft of torque. 

But raw numbers are only part of the story. This isn’t just an EV with muscle car specs—it’s a muscle car reimagined for the electric age, complete with a full suite of performance-focused features: 

• PowerShot: A push-button 40-hp boost on demand 
• Drive Modes: Track, Drag, and Custom for real-world and race-ready driving 
• Race Options: Drift and Donut modes that keep the muscle car spirit alive 
• Launch Control: For clean, controlled takeoffs every time 

And let’s not forget the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust, a world-first in EV sound design. This patent-pending system recreates the visceral growl of a traditional V8, giving the Charger Daytona a signature rumble that grows with performance—proof that electrification doesn’t have to be silent. 

Industry Praise and Recognition 

WardsAuto editor and judge Drew Winter summed it up best: 

“There are a lot of impressive electric propulsion systems in the marketplace today, but none can match this one’s presence and personality, thanks to the sheer audacity of its engineers.” 

It’s no small feat—Stellantis has now claimed a Wards award for propulsion systems nine years in a row, with 25 total wins in the award’s 31-year history. And earlier this year, the Charger Daytona also earned a spot on the Wards 10 Best Interiors and UX list, proving it’s more than just muscle—it’s a complete package. 

Performance at a Price That Stuns 

In true Dodge fashion, the Charger Daytona offers record-shattering performance at a surprisingly attainable price. The 2026 two-door Scat Pack model starts at $59,995, making it the most powerful car under $60,000 on the market today. Want to level up? A Track Package is also available as a standalone option. 

Plus, the Charger Daytona isn’t alone. It’s part of Dodge’s all-new multi-energy Charger lineup for 2026, which includes both all-electric and turbocharged SIXPACK-powered variants. With up to 550 horsepower, the gas-powered SIXPACK Scat Pack is the most powerful car under $55,000—giving buyers unmatched flexibility in how they want to experience modern muscle. 

The Muscle Car Lives On—Electrified 

The Dodge Charger Daytona isn’t just a milestone for Dodge—it’s a benchmark for the entire industry. It proves that electrification and emotion can coexist, that performance doesn’t have to be sacrificed in the name of progress, and that the future of driving can still make your heart race. 

With this Wards award under its belt and a bold new lineup ahead, Dodge is rewriting the rules of muscle—and the Charger Daytona is leading the charge.