Not too long ago, Stellantis opted to kill off the Dodge Charger and Challenger, marking the end of a long era of V8-powered Mopar muscle. The automaker effectively replaced both with the new all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona and the Hurricane I-6 powered Charger Sixpack models – set to do battle with the Ford Mustang – though only the EV is on sale, currently. Trouble is, the Dodge Charger Daytona launched just a few months ago to some very negative reviews, overall, as well as a high price tag – leading to slow sales, and now, the discontinuation of the entry-level R/T.
According to Mopar Insiders, Stellantis has opted to discontinue the Dodge Charger Daytona R/T following the current 2025 model year, a move that’s reportedly being made amid slow sales and looming tariffs on imported automobiles, though its more powerful counterpart – the Charger Daytona Scat Pack – will apparently live on. Thus far, the Charger Daytona has proven to be a bit of a flop overall, with dealers around the U.S. discounting the EV muscle car by some eye-opening amounts in an effort to move inventory.
“Production of the Dodge Charger Daytona R/T is postponed for the 2026 model year as we continue to assess the effects of U.S. tariff policies,” Stellantis said in a statement. “The Charger’s flexible, multi-energy STLA Large platform allows us to focus on the Charger Daytona Scat Pack’s performance as the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car, add the new four-door model to the Charger mix for the 2026 model year and lean into the new Charger Sixpack models that will launch in the second half of the year.”
As Ford Authority previously reported, the cold reception for the Dodge Charger Daytona – coupled with demand for ICE models – prompted Stellantis to speed up plans to bring the Sixpack to market, and it’s rumored to be considering bringing V8 power back to that same model, too.
The crossover may not be around much longer, either.
Yet another place we might see additional lighting elements.
Another low-mile modern pickup.
The automaker hasn't given up on the more advanced tech.
Though it missed out on an overall win.
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Take note Ford!
Why can't we just have OPTIONS? Why are some people trying to FORCE us into 1 solution that doesn't fit all?
I actually think the Charger looks pretty good and I think having the 2/4 door option and multiple drivetrain type options on the platform was fantastic. But you cannot dump your core fanbase/buyers.
I agree 100% !!
The new design is horrible, looking more like a Moscow staff car. I had sat in one the rear design side view is the problem.
Charger is not doing well because it is electric, when the twin turbo six comes out then sales will go up, put a hemi V8 in it, sales will go through the roof.