Stellantis Shelves the Charger SRT Hellcat’s Ambitious Electric Successor Before It Even Hits the Market
There will be no electric replacement for the Charger SRT Hellcat.
Stellantis’ strategic pivot away from full electrification continues — and this time, it’s claimed one of Dodge’s most ambitious projects: the Charger Daytona SRT Banshee. The EV was meant to inherit the legacy of the gas-powered Charger SRT Hellcat, transforming it into a true electric muscle car with over 800 horsepower, a three-motor setup, and an 800-volt architecture.
However, according to Mopar Insiders, development of the Banshee has been terminated. Stellantis suppliers are reportedly no longer working on the unique components designed for the project.
Scat Pack Survives — But Doesn’t Impress
The Banshee was envisioned as a major technological leap for Dodge: brutal power, instant triple-motor response, and ultra-fast DC charging. But with its cancellation, the Charger Daytona Scat Pack remains the most powerful EV in Dodge’s lineup.
This dual-motor version produces 670 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. Its peak charging rate is 183 kW, but the 400-volt system already feels dated compared to rival performance EVs.
For now, the Daytona Scat Pack stands as Dodge’s only electric vehicle. The more affordable R/T trim, rated at 496 horsepower, has yet to launch — and it’s unclear if it ever will. Demand for EVs among Dodge buyers remains exceptionally low.
A Second Chance for the Hellcat?
The end of the Banshee immediately raises a bigger question: What’s next for the SRT subbrand? Not long ago, Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis confirmed that the new Charger platform is capable of housing a Hemi V8 — a hint that the SRT Hellcat (or a modern reinterpretation) might make a comeback.
Judging by Stellantis’ cautious language about a “review of product strategy,” it seems the company may be preparing to reembrace gas-powered muscle cars. A surprise V8 renaissance could be on the horizon — at a time when the EV revolution appears to be losing momentum.
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