DecodedCars2026 Dodge Charger
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe, EV 2dr Coupe, EV 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 420–670 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 26 hwy
- EV range
- 295 mi · 10 h on 240 V
- Length
- 206.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,826–5,840 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 23% below the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Dodge Charger is a large car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 207 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,826 lb (2dr Coupe).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 26 highway), 23% worse than the 2026 large car average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $800 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 295 miles and takes about 10 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2026
- Engine added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Longest EV range down from 308 to 295 miles
- Lightest version 1012 lb lighter
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Charger →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Windsor, Ontario
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 Charger configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe | 206.7 in | 79.9 in | 59.1 in | 120.9 in | 68.9 / 69.3 in | 4,826 lb | 55/45 |
| EV 2dr Coupe | 206.7 in | 79.9 in | 59.1 in | 120.9 in | 68.9 / 69.3 in | 5,789 lb | 50/50 |
| EV 4dr Sedan | 206.7 in | 79.9 in | 59.1 in | 120.9 in | 68.9 / 69.3 in | 5,840 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charger Daytona R/T AWD 255/45R20 EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 295 mi · 35.5778 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Charger Daytona R/T AWD 305/35ZR20 EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 267 mi · 39.1428 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 305/35ZR20 EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 267 mi · 39.1428 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Charger Daytona R/T AWD 245/55ZR18 EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 263 mi · 40 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Charger Daytona R/T AWD 275/40R20 EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 258 mi · 41 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear A/S EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 241 mi · 43.3733 kWh/100mi | – | $1,000 | – |
| Charger Daytona Scat Pack AWD 325/35ZR20 Rear EV | 250 and 250 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 223 mi · 46.5919 kWh/100mi | – | $1,050 | – |
| Charger R/T AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -23% | $3,350 | 444 |
| Charger Scat Pack AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -27% | $4,350 | 470 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Dodge Charger.
Similar 2026 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Dodge Charger (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Kia K5 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Aug 13, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V531000 · 844,027 vehicles
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Not every 2026 Dodge Charger is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Charger years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Charger | 267 mi | 206.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Charger | 308 mi | 206.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 39 |
| 2024 Charger | 308 mi | 198.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 24 |
| 2023 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 26 |
| 2022 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 16 |
| 2021 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 35 |
| 2020 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 58 |
| 2019 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 120 |
| 2018 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 122 |
| 2017 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 128 |
| 2016 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 182 |
| 2015 Charger | 23 | 198.4 in | Not rated | 7 | 136 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Dodge. How we calculate this →