Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept Shows the Way Towards Electrification

Dodge has revealed several updates to its Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept at SEMA 2022, which peaks with 670 electrified horsepower.

We have had a good run of Hemi powered SRT models over the last several years. As we all know that ride is coming to an end. But Dodge is promising that they will not leave the enthusiasts behind as the brand makes the switch to electrification. During Dodge Speed Week the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept was first revealed. However, details were scarce. But at SEMA 2022 Dodge has announced several key updates to the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept. This includes the various power levels that we can expect from the new all-electric motor. The numbers will not disappoint.

“The SEMA Show is one of the great gatherings of the performance culture, and Dodge isn’t going to shy away as we develop the next generation of muscle car – one that just happens to be fully electric,” said Tim Kuniskis, Dodge brand chief executive officer – Stellantis. “Technology moves forward, and the customizers and tuners move right along with it. We’re demonstrating how old-school hot-rodding will thrive in an electrified muscle-car future.”

Electric Performance

The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept will be available with up to nine different powertrains. There will be three different battery-electric power levels that will be shown at SEMA, as well as two levels of Dodge Direct Connection performance upgrades for each power level. 340-kilowatt power begins at 455 horsepower. eStage 1 ups it to 495 horsepower, and eStage 2 takes it up to 535 horsepower. The 440-kilowatt power begins at 590 horsepower. eStage 1 produces 630 horsepower, and eStage 2 is the top dog at 670 horsepower. Direct Connection Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance upgrades use a “crystal” key that plugs into the dash. Base output and Direct Connection upgrade levels for the 800-volt Banshee will be announced at a future date.

Stryker Red

It is not just what is under the hood that will thrill enthusiasts. There is a new exterior paint color called Stryker Red. The new exterior paint color was chosen as a way to celebrate the Stage 2 Banshee performance upgrade. In addition, the concept features “Stage 2” fender badging and new 18-inch Direct Connection lightweight carbon-fiber concept wheels with 305mm drag radials.

Fratzonic

The Fratzonic chamber exhaust might be the biggest Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept news. Enthusiasts are hooked on that Hemi V8 sound. An EV just can’t compare in that realm, no matter how much power it makes. But the Fratzog may change all that. It is the world’s first BEV exhaust system, and it may solve one of the biggest EV drawbacks. With this system, the new SRT promises to sound like a Dodge.

Exciting Times

We are all sad that our beloved Hemi is leaving us. But we can’t help but be encouraged by the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept. It has performance numbers that we expect, and if it will sound even close to the traditional V8 this is going to be a big win for all of us.

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Joe Kucinski

Joe has been obsessed with cars since he got his very first Matchbox toy in the 1970s. In 2003, he found a new obsession in track days that led to obtaining his SCCA competition license in 2015. In 2019, he became a certified driving instructor for the National Auto Sport Association. His love for all things four wheels has never wavered, whether it's driving some of the best cars in the world on the racetrack, tackling 2,000-mile road trips in 2-seat sports cars or being winched off the side of a mountaintop in a Jeep. Writing for the suite of Internet Brands Auto Communities sites, including Rennlist.com, Ford Truck Enthusiasts, 6 Speed and more allows him to share that knowledge and passion with others.