Dodge is charging full speed into the future with the debut of the all-new 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, driven by the formidable SIXPACK twin-turbo inline-six engine, a beast built to push modern muscle into its next era with raw performance, relentless power, and the unmistakable Dodge spirit.
Equipped with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), the high-output SIXPACK delivers a thrilling 550 horsepower and 531 lb.-ft. of torque, rocketing from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds and conquering the quarter mile in 12.2 seconds. Dodge has set the price for its Hurricane: the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-six powering the new Charger Scat Pack starts at $54,995.
The 2026 Charger Scat Pack made its roaring public debut on Friday, August 8, complete with Dodge smoke and spectacle, in downtown Pontiac, Michigan, as the brand kicks off the 10th anniversary of Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge.
The turbocharged SIXPACK H.O. engine stands as the most potent iteration of the Hurricane ever produced. Engineered for peak performance, it features a new low-restriction air induction system and a low-restriction exhaust, boosting both horsepower and torque.
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Aluminium muscle & full power
Its strength begins with a deep-skirt cast-aluminium block paired with a structural aluminium alloy oil pan, while cross-bolted steel main bearing caps secure the forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods. Deck-plate honing during manufacturing ensures optimal cylinder bore geometry for maximum efficiency.
Delivering an impressive 550 horsepower, the SIXPACK H.O. is equipped with oil-jet-cooled, forged-aluminium pistons featuring an anodised top ring and diamond-like coating (DLC) on the pins to reduce friction. With a 9.5:1 compression ratio, it achieves peak performance on 91-octane premium fuel.
Dodge is once again drawing on its storied past to drive its future forward. In the 1970s, the iconic Dodge “SIXPACK” badge signified three two-barrel carburettors delivering six barrels of power. Now, the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack brings that legendary spirit back with a modern straight six-cylinder configuration.
At the heart of this revival is the award-winning 3.0-litre Hurricane Twin Turbo Straight Six, reborn as the SIXPACK. In the new Dodge Charger lineup, the SIXPACK will be offered in both high-output and standard-output versions, each engineered to push the performance legacy of the Charger to new heights.
Key features of the SIXPACK H.O. engine
Twin Garrett GT2054 turbochargers (54mm) deliver low inertia and high flow for rapid spool-up, producing a peak boost of 30 psi and spinning at up to 185,000 RPM in the SIXPACK H.O. This increased airflow into the combustion chamber translates to greater horsepower and torque.
Turbines are crafted from Inconel 100, an industry-first application, offering exceptional high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, and durability against thermal fatigue — ideal for withstanding the extreme heat and stress of turbo operation. Twin counter-rotating turbos minimise turbo lag and optimise airflow dynamics, enhancing throttle response and overall efficiency in high-performance driving.
For over 110 years, the Dodge brand has carried forward the legacy of brothers John and Horace Dodge. That same spirit drives the brand today as America’s performance leader, delivering unmatched power and capability across every segment it competes in — and now accelerating into a future that embraces electrified muscle with the next-generation, all-new Dodge Charger.
The legend evolves with the next-generation Charger, which keeps its crown as the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car, spearheaded by the all-new, all-electric 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack.
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