Yes, Dodge still manufactures cars, but its current U.S. lineup is extremely focused and in a major transitional phase. As of late 2023, Dodge ended production of its iconic Challenger and Charger muscle cars. The only car currently in production is the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, a limited-run, extreme-performance model. The brand is aggressively shifting its strategy towards electrification, with plans to launch its first all-electric muscle car, the Dodge Charger Daytona, in 2024. The future of Dodge is centered on electric vehicles (EVs) and the continued dominance of the Durango SUV and Hornet compact crossover.
The discontinuation of the main Challenger and Charger models marks the end of an era for Dodge's legendary Hemi V8 engines. This move is part of a broader Stellantis corporate strategy to meet stricter emissions regulations. The upcoming Charger Daytona concept previews a new direction, promising muscle car performance with an all-electric powertrain.
For now, the brand's core offerings for most buyers are its SUVs. The Dodge Durango remains a powerful three-row SUV, still offering a Hemi V8 option, while the Dodge Hornet is a newer, smaller crossover that includes a high-performance Hornet R/T plug-in hybrid variant. This shift signifies that while the classic American muscle car as we know it is phasing out, Dodge is aiming to reinvent high-performance for an electric future.
| Current & Upcoming Dodge Models (as of late 2023/early 2024) | Body Style | Key Powertrain | Status |
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| Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 | Coupe | Supercharged 6.2L Hemi V8 | Final limited production run |
| Dodge Charger Daytona | Coupe/Sedan | All-electric (Banshee platform) | Expected 2024 |
| Dodge Durango | SUV | V6 & Hemi V8 options | In production |
| Dodge Hornet | Compact Crossover | Turbocharged 4-cyl & PHEV | In production |
| Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat | SUV | Supercharged 6.2L Hemi V8 | Discontinued (2023) |
