Dodge has opened order books for a new high‑output version of its revived Charger — the Sixpack Scat Pack sedan — promising muscle‑car performance from a twin‑turbo straight‑six for under $60,000 while Mopar showed off a tougher, track‑inspired take at SEMA.
What Dodge is selling
The headline numbers are straightforward and striking: Dodge says the Sixpack Scat Pack uses a twin‑turbocharged 3.0‑liter inline‑six that delivers roughly 550 horsepower (410 kW) and 531 lb‑ft (720 Nm) of torque. The company quotes a 0–60 mph time of 3.9 seconds, a top speed of 177 mph, and a quarter‑mile in the low 12‑second range (about 12.2 seconds).
Standard hardware includes all‑wheel drive with a selectable rear‑drive mode, an eight‑speed automatic transmission, Brembo brakes, launch control, Line Lock, and a dual‑mode active exhaust. Inside, Dodge equips the cabin with a 12.3‑inch infotainment screen, carbon and suede trim, and leather/suede performance seats.
Pricing for the four‑door Scat Pack sedan starts at $56,995, plus a $1,995 destination charge, bringing the on‑the‑road figure to about $58,990 before taxes. Dodge is also offering a two‑door Scat Pack coupe; that model lists about $2,000 less, a price gap that has prompted discussion among observers about how Dodge is positioning the sedan versus coupe. Production of the sedan is scheduled to begin early next year; the coupe is already due to reach dealers sooner.
Dodge also plans a lower‑priced R/T trim with a different output level (about 420 hp) that is expected to arrive next year and will start near $49,995.
Mopar's SEMA Sixpack: styling, aero and bolt‑on parts
At SEMA, Mopar — Dodge's factory parts and accessories arm — revealed a "Moparized" Sixpack coupe concept that showcases what the aftermarket division might offer buyers who want a more aggressive look and a stiffer street setup.
Highlights of the Mopar concept include:
- Carbon fiber splitter, hood and rear lip designed to increase downforce and airflow
- Wheel arch vents and satin black trim with graphics
- 21‑inch Brass Monkey wheels (11‑inch wide), lowered by roughly 25 mm
- Large Brembo calipers painted orange/bronze
- Black and tan leather interior with contrasting orange and purple stitching, Mopar pedal covers
- Minor powertrain mods only — a cold‑air intake and stainless cat‑back — with the high‑output straight‑six left at its quoted figures
- Pricing and positioning: Some observers question the $2,000 premium for the four‑door over the coupe, calling out the odd economics of charging more "per extra door." Others worry that even the lower‑output versions will sit higher than buyers expect for a mainstream Dodge, limiting volume.
- Powerplant choices: A number of enthusiasts lament that Dodge has not resurrected a factory V8 in the Charger and that manuals remain absent from the lineup, while others accept the modern straight‑six and AWD packaging as a pragmatic compromise for performance and emissions.
- Residual questions: Will Dodge quickly follow with lower‑priced, higher‑volume variants (including a Pentastar‑based option) to broaden market appeal? Will discounts and incentives shape actual transaction prices away from the advertised MSRP?
Mopar's build underscores Dodge's plan to support the new Charger with factory‑backed accessories and suggests customers will be able to personalize both appearance and performance without engine recalibration at the factory level.
Where this sits in the market and the reaction
Dodge is pitching the Sixpack as an unusually potent value: a 550‑hp sedan that can be ordered for under $60,000 — a claim that has drawn attention because it undercuts many European performance sedans in sticker price. Enthusiasts and journalists have praised the straight‑six's performance figures and the availability of an AWD system with RWD behavior on demand.
But critics and commenters have pushed back on other points:
Automotive commentators have also compared the Sixpack to luxury rivals, observing that while the Charger undercuts many German sport sedans on paper, buyers who cross‑shop may still prefer premium brands for perceived refinement or ownership experience.
What the Sixpack means for Dodge
The Sixpack arrives as part of Dodge's broader effort to relaunch the Charger nameplate across multiple powertrains — internal‑combustion straight‑six variants alongside EV models — and to revive the brand's performance credentials. By combining high output, modern AWD capability and factory performance features (Brembo, Line Lock, launch control), Dodge aims to keep the Charger relevant to traditional muscle‑car buyers while courting a new audience that values tech and all‑weather usability.
At SEMA, Mopar's concept reinforced that Dodge intends to lean on factory‑backed accessories to add visual drama and track‑capable hardware without changing core powertrain specs, at least initially.
Bottom line
For buyers who prioritize straight‑line speed and want a four‑door with muscle‑car character, the Sixpack Scat Pack sedan offers an unusually strong performance value on paper: 550 hp, sub‑4.0‑second 0–60, and a sub‑$60K entry price. But the launch raises familiar questions about modern muscle‑car economics — trim and body‑style pricing, absence of a V8 option for purists, and how quickly Dodge will broaden the lineup with lower‑priced variants.
For readers considering an order: if the combination of horsepower, AWD with a rear‑drive feel, and factory performance hardware appeals, the Sixpack is worth a look. If purchase price and long‑term ownership costs are primary concerns, keep an eye on dealer incentives, upcoming lower‑cost trims, and how Mopar accessory pricing shapes the total cost of personalization.
(Production and availability details reflect Dodge's public pricing and timing announcements. Mopar's SEMA concept illustrates potential accessories rather than confirmed factory options.)