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Dodge killing off Hellcats after 2023 to make room for 2024 EVBut CEO Tim Kuniskis says we'll see that electric muscle car revealed in 2022  Dodge will show off its new electric concept vehicle early in 2022, and discontinue its roaring Hellcat V8 engines, after 2023, the brand’s chief executive recently confirmed to an automotive news outlet. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The concept EV muscle car the automaker shows off next year will be a fully operational model capable of high-speed driving, Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis told Motor Authority at the L.A. Auto Show mid-November. The automaker will also reveal the EV’s performance specifications once its patents have been finalized. Dodge previously acknowledged plans to transition to electrification earlier this year; a plug-in hybrid and the reveal of a third new model are also expected in 2022. And of course, we now know, too, that Stellantis’ most gasoline-hungry marque plans to send off its popular V8 with a bang, via trims like the new Jailbreak variants for the 2022 Charger and Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody models en route. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Jailbreak modifications allow customers to order various previously unavailable option combinations; also, they’ll receive a powertrain recalibration that boosts their output to 807 horsepower.
“For those looking for increased performance, we will launch Direct Connection next month. But for those looking for a unique appearance, we are going to let customers run free through the styling archives,” Kuniskis said. “We’re taking most of the parts and pieces we’ve used over the years, adding a few new ones and letting customers build their own ‘One of One.’ So, if you’re dreaming about owning a Stinger Yellow Challenger with Brass Monkey wheels, Hammerhead Grey seats, Blue Brembos and Red badges: I’m not sure we should, but we’ll build it for you.” The Jailbreak cars are the first volley in Dodge’s “Never Lift” campaign, which will launch a stream of new models and initiatives over the next two years. The automaker also plans to revive its Direct Connection brand for performance upgrades and parts next month. Sign up to receive Driving.ca's Blind-Spot Monitor newsletter on Wednesdays and Saturdays By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc. | 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3L4 | 416-383-2300 Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Driving.ca's Blind-Spot Monitor will soon be in your inbox. We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Choose Trim
MakeYou can only pick 5 vehicles to compareEdit your picks to remove vehicles if you want to add different ones. You have reached the limit of vehiclesYou can only add up to 5 vehicles to your picks. Will there be Hellcat in 2023?Every 2023 SRT Hellcat will be available with Dodge's 807-hp Jailbreak upgrade.
Is Dodge discontinuing the Hellcat in 2023?Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis recently confirmed to Motor Authority that the Charger and Challenger — and their Hellcat engines — will cease production by 2024. Motor Trend, who also spoke to Kuniskis, offered further details on the three new Dodge vehicles that will replace them.
How much will the 2023 Hellcat cost?The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Jailbreak has a 797-hp 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 and the Jailbreak package liberates unique color combos and breaks the shackles off ordering restrictions. It costs $71,630. The SRT Redeye Jailbreak lands at $80,235, while the SRT Super Stock Widebody climbs to $88,240.
Will Hellcats be worth more in the future?They're going to go up in value, especially for certain ones." For the 2021 model year, Dodge offered a Durango SRT Hellcat. The vehicle was available with limited production, though, because of evaporative emission regulations.
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