Dodge has officially stated that the base Daytona R/T trim of the electric Charger will be discontinued for the 2026 model year, with the Scat Pack variant remaining as the sole offering. The announcement comes after the company introduced incentives on 2024 and 2025 models to reduce excess inventory. It also follows new White House tariffs that have raised the price of the Canadian-built coupe.
Dodge CEO Matt McAlear stated that production of the Charger Daytona R/T has been delayed until 2026 due to ongoing tariff assessments.
Dodge will maintain the high-performance and pricier electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack in its lineup for the upcoming model year while gearing up to introduce multiple gas-powered models.
The electric Scat Pack boasts a base peak power of 630 horsepower, with a push-button Power Shot boost reaching 670 horsepower. According to Dodge’s website, the Scat Pack all-wheel drive starts at $73,985, not including the destination charge.
Dodge also announced that a four-door variant of the Charger Daytona will be introduced in 2026, while the electric Charger sedan, initially planned for 2025, has been rescheduled. Built-in Windsor, Ontario, the Charger Daytona and the upcoming Charger Sixpack, a gas-powered version are subject to a 25% tariff on Canadian imports.
Dodge dealerships across the U.S. reportedly have around 3,500 Charger Daytona R/Ts in stock, according to Mopar Insiders. In an effort to clear inventory, dealers are offering steep discounts. Taverna Dodge in Plantation, Florida, has a 2025 Charger R/T with just five miles listed for $34,184—nearly half its MSRP—alongside other delivery-mileage models priced around $35,000. Meanwhile, Cameron Country Dodge is selling a leftover 2024 model with 13 miles for $38,292.
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