ICYMI: Dodge announces pricing for EV Charger R/T and Scat Pack

We know the power outputs and the zero-to-60 times, but now, Dodge has finally given us the starting MSRP for its all-new, electrified Charger: $59,595.

That price tag gets you the R/T trim, good for 465 horsepower and 404 lb.-ft. of torque.

For those looking to get the full 630 horsepower and 627 lb.-ft. of torque from the Scat Pack, that’ll cost you $73,190.

First-year R/T and Scat Pack models will be a little extra potent as both receive “Direct Connection” upgrades that increase power output straight from the factory–31 additional horses for the R/T, for a total of 496 horsepower, and an added 40 horses for the Scat Pack, raising maximum output to 670 horsepower.

The Track Package–which adds 20x11-inch wheels up front and 20x11.5-inch wheels out back plus beefier six-piston front and four-piston rear Brembo brakes–will also be fitted from the factory to the inaugural R/T and Scat Pack Chargers.

Dodge also lists a few optional packages that add pleasantries like ventilated seats, Alpine sound system and even a full glass roof. The two packages that interest us the most are the Blacktop Package for the R/T and the 3-Season Tires Package for the Scat Pack.

The $1095 Blacktop Package replaces the R/T’s 245/55R18 all-season tires wrapped around 18x8.5-inch wheels with 255/45R20XL Nexen tires fitted on 20x9-inch wheels. If configured with the $4995 Plus Package, however, the R/T gets 20x10-inch wheels wrapped in 275/40ZR20XL Goodyear Eagle Sport tires. (The package also includes darker exterior badging.)

On the other hand, the $695 3-Season Tires Package upgrades the Scat Pack’s tires to Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 tires–305/35ZR20 up front, 325/35ZR20 in the rear.

Dodge reminds us that the two-door, all-electric Charger R/T and Charger Scat Pack will begin production this summer, with the four-door R/T and Scat Pack to begin production in early 2025. (As for the gas-powered models, don’t expect to see those until sometime after the second half of 2025.)

Comments

Colin Wood Associate Editor
8/8/24 11:37 a.m.

For those curious, here's the list of packages for the 2024 Charger:

Plus Group ($4,995)

Leatherette low back bucket seats with ventilation (R/T)

Leather high-back bucket seats with ventilation (Scat Pack)

Optional Demonic Red seat color ($495)

Premium IP and door trim panels

16-inch color driver display (R/T, standard on Scat Pack)

Deluxe security alarm (R/T, standard on Scat Pack)

Power hatch

Attitude Adjustment lighting

Head-up Display (R/T, standard on Scat Pack)

360-degree surround view camera

Frunk

Wireless charging pad

Premium LED headlamps

Exterior mirrors with Dodge logo puddle lamp

20-by-9-inch aluminum wheels (on R/T)

Much more additional content

Blacktop - R/T ($1,095)

Dark exterior badges

20-by-9-inch Dark Aluminum wheels with 255/45R20XL Nexen tires

20-by-10-inch Dark Aluminum wheels with 275/40ZR20XL Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season tires (with Plus Package)

Sun & Sound ($2,495)

Full glass roof

18-speaker Alpine PRO audio system with subwoofer

Carbon & Suede - Scat Pack ($2,995)

Leather/suede high-back performance seats

Door panel with carbon-fiber insert

Instrument panel with carbon fiber and suede

Suede headliner and A-pillars

Carbon-fiber exterior mirrors

Dark exterior badging

20-by-11-inch Dark Aluminum wheels

Much more additional content

3-Season Tires $695 (Scat Pack)

305/35ZR20XL Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 – front tires

325/35ZR20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 – rear tires

Coniglio Rampante Reader
8/8/24 11:56 a.m.

Just as I was reading that and thinking "boy, the future is sure going to be an expensive place to live" I also saw a lot of what is included that I wouldn't even want, but helps drive up the price.

If Chrysler can sell every last one of them, good for Chrysler, its shareholders, employees, and the suppliers.

Cars like this make me really want to see what VW finally does with that EV GTI concept that GRM and others reported on some months ago and hopefully it won't be completely berkleyed up.

MadScientistMatt UltimaDork
8/8/24 12:53 p.m.

Elsewhere they announced the only colors available would be black, silver, and white. This is not starting off on the right foot.

DavyZ Reader
8/8/24 2:41 p.m.

I am less than thrilled about an EV version of this car. My daughter has a 6 cyl version and I am unimpressed with respect to the steering which feels numb and 'detached' from the road for me. The one redeeming quality about the car is the engine. Take away any sounds and vibrations and you have a really cheap Tesla. Not for me.

Colin Wood Associate Editor
8/8/24 3:51 p.m.

In reply to DavyZ :

While the focus has definitely been on the electric Charger (heh, electric charger), I'm eager to see more of the gas-powered models later next year.

Yeah, it's an inline-six, but 550 horsepower (a 420-horsepower model is also planned) seems like plenty to have fun.

Side note: I think I prefer the looks of the four-door model over the two-door.

stuart in mn MegaDork
8/8/24 4:41 p.m.

Of course, the prices don't include the 'dealer adjustment' markups that will be added.

APEowner GRM+ Memberand UltraDork
8/8/24 6:45 p.m.

I remember all of the angst about ruining the brand and disrespecting the legacy when the four door Chargers came out. I was as upset as some by that but I was one of those who questioned the decision. Now, I'm with Colin in preferring the four door. Of course I'm 18 years older now than I was then so my tastes have um, matured so that may be a factor.

ClearWaterMS HalfDork
8/8/24 6:50 p.m.

stuart in mn said:
Of course, the prices don't include the 'dealer adjustment' markups that will be added.

its an EV, EVs usually get blown out... Look at the i4, Mach E, Lucid Air... If the powers that be are smart they will offer short term leases that pack the rebates in up front to lower lease payments. It'll allow the dealerships to back in extra profit with the public none the wiser.

GCrites Dork
8/8/24 8:23 p.m.

Colin Wood said:
In reply to DavyZ :

While the focus has definitely been on the electric Charger (heh, electric charger), I'm eager to see more of the gas-powered models later next year.

Yeah, it's an inline-six, but 550 horsepower (a 420-horsepower model is also planned) seems like plenty to have fun.

Side note: I think I prefer the looks of the four-door model over the two-door.

Most cars available in recent years in both 2-door and 4-door configuration are designed as 4-doors first and 2-doors second in contrast to the past where the 4-door often looked a little goofy (say the roof seemed too high in the rear for example). I'm talking about same models rather than just shared platforms. Take '90s Civics vs. 10th Gens. The 2-doors IMO look a lot better on the old car but I might as well get the 4-door when it comes to the 10th Gen since the 2-door doesn't really look that much sportier and is harder to deal with on a daily basis.