Is This the End of an Era? Or the Beginning of a Revolution?
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT isn’t just another electric car—it’s a statement. It’s a rogue bark in the silent world of electrics. The brand that gave us squealing tires and gas-guzzling V8 monsters has played its trump card: it built an electric muscle car. Hold back on grieving American muscle death just yet, however. The Daytona SRT is not designed to murder its heritage—it’s designed to change it.
In a world that’s getting increasingly demanding of cleaner and greener cars, muscle cars were appearing to be almost obsolete. And yet here we are in 2025, with Dodge releasing an electric muscle car that combines everything we love in performance cars—attitude, power, and speed. The Charger Daytona SRT marries modern tech and timeless design to create something new yet familiar. It’s not just any EV; it’s the next-gen muscle car.
A Gasless Muscle Car?
For over half a century, the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT has stood for raw power. The HEMI engine, the menacing appearance, the characteristic exhaust note—these were the things that made it iconic. But times have changed now, and Dodge knows that. While the world is turning green, electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of mobility. And so was born the Charger Daytona SRT—a muscle vehicle with all of the performance that you would crave, but electric power rather than gas.
The Charger Daytona SRT is not another electric car attempting to burst into the market. This vehicle embodies the evolution of Dodge’s passion for performance. Powered by an all-electric platform, the Daytona SRT sticks to the principles of muscle cars—raw, aggressive, and full of power. The vehicle will be iconic for decades to come for the influence it will leave on the car world.
Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust: The Future of Sound
One of the biggest fears of muscle car enthusiasts is the noise. Electric cars are quiet. Too quiet. The V8 roar is a part of the muscle car culture. Dodge wasn’t going to sacrifice that necessary element of muscle car culture, however. The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT boasts the Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system—a smart solution to the problem of electric vehicle quietness.
This configuration produces a heart-pounding, 126-decibel exhaust note that’s equal to the most powerful V8 engines on the market today. And that’s not the end of it – the Charger Daytona SRT is actually louder than the legendary Hellcat engine, and the loudest production car Dodge has ever produced. But it’s not just about being loud for the sake of being loud. The Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust was designed with care to provide an authentic muscle car experience. The rumble is deep, aggressive and unmistakably Dodge.
When you floor it in the Charger Daytona SRT, you won’t be welcomed in silence— you’ll hear a deafening roar that turns heads and sends shivers down your spine. Dodge has proven that even electric cars can bring the thrilling auditory sensation muscle car enthusiasts crave.
A Powertrain That Defies the Hellcat
Dodge has long been known for strong engines, and the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT upholds tradition. The car will have two main configurations: the 400-volt R/T model with 590 horsepower and the 800-volt Banshee system that can be converted into high-performance mode. The latter will reportedly shatter performance benchmarks that the fabled Hellcat is famous for.
The 400-volt R/T is definitely no slouch, and an eye-watering 590 horses can send this beast down the track and into 0-60 in seconds. And if you want to experience something truly unforgettable, you’re going to want to see about the 800-volt Banshee configuration, which is going to change your mind about what’s possible in terms of electric muscle car performance. The Banshee system pushes the limits of electric performance, providing unparalleled acceleration and driving experience that matches some of the best internal combustion engine (ICE) performance vehicles in the world.
With the all-wheel-drive setup and instant torque, the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT will be ready to tear the road to shreds. The performance numbers will no doubt be phenomenal, with predictions for a 0-60 mph time of as little as 2.5 seconds—putting the Charger Daytona SRT in the company of the quickest muscle cars ever made, electric or not.
To further enhance the driving experience, the Daytona SRT features an eRupt multi-speed transmission. Unlike most EVs that have a single-speed transmission, Dodge created a system that mimics the feeling of gear shifts in a traditional muscle car. This makes the driving experience more intimate, more sensory, and more exhilarating.
Classic Design, Modern Engineering
While the Charger Daytona SRT is all about innovation under the hood, it also stays true to its roots in terms of design. The first thing you’ll notice about this car is its striking appearance. Dodge hasn’t abandoned the muscle car DNA that made the Charger famous. The long, aggressive hood, muscular fenders, and wide stance all pay homage to the classic Charger while adding a modern twist. It’s the kind of car that looks like it’s about to jump.
One of the design highlights is the R-Wing front aerodynamic pass-through. The aerodynamic component isn’t cosmetic—it creates additional downforce, improving handling and stability at high speed. But it’s also a nod to the Dodge Daytona racing car of the 1960s, emphasizing the Charger Daytona SRT’s heritage with its legendary forbears.
Inside, the driver-focused cockpit is intended to place you squarely in the middle of it all. The steering wheel, reminiscent of a race car, and wraparound digital instrument cluster put you in the cockpit of a high-performance vehicle. The interior is modern and tech-savvy, with a mix of functionality and comfort, but retains the sporty, aggressive character that makes Dodge muscle cars what they are. The use of carbon fiber trim and premium materials ensures that each inch of the interior is built for performance and luxury.
The End of ICE Muscle? Think Again.
When Dodge first announced the Charger Daytona SRT, everyone was left wondering if the classic internal combustion engine (ICE) muscle cars were coming to an end. The Charger Daytona SRT, of course, is an electric car, and some were concerned that it marked the beginning of the end of gasoline-powered muscle cars. But that is far from the case.
Dodge has made it clear that Charger Daytona SRT is not taking the place of traditional muscle cars—instead, it’s an alternative. The Dodge Challenger and the Dodge Charger will continue to have their iconic HEMI engines, but the Daytona SRT is for those who want muscle car capabilities but the benefits of electric drive. That is, the future of muscle cars isn’t gas vs. electric—it’s both.
The Charger Daytona SRT is a new chapter in the muscle car storybook, where electric performance and classic muscle car heritage come together. Dodge is demonstrating that muscle cars can evolve and still provide all the things we enjoy about them—unbridled power, speed, and attitude.
The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT: Faster. Louder. Electric.
The muscle car era has finally come. The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT is not only a car; it’s a symbol of what happens when you combine the past and the future. Dodge has managed to create an electric muscle car that not only delivers stunning performance but also captures the spirit of what muscle cars are all about.
You’re a V8 snob, you’ll scoff at the idea of an electric Charger. But slide behind the wheel of the Daytona SRT, wring out a handful of torque, listen for the rasp of Fratzonic exhaust, and feel the energy of the eRupt transmission—and you’ll be inclined to believe Dodge never lost its foundation. It merely took it where it led.”.
The Charger Daytona SRT is a car that will redefine the muscle car. It’s electric, it’s loud, and it’s fast, and it’s taking the crown. The future of muscle cars is here, and it’s charged.