Pulse Reviews and Analysis
Best Dodge Models in 2027
Curated by Kory White · Fractional CRO, CRO SyndicateBest Dodge Models in 2027
Dodge is the performance brand of Stellantis, and its 2027 lineup is small but loud — built around the reinvented electric and inline-six Charger, the muscle-flavored three-row Durango SUV, and the compact Hornet crossover. Because the core lineup is tight, this ranking includes the distinct trims and variants that define each nameplate to reach the 10 best current Dodge picks for 2027, with real MSRPs, performance specs, and straight buying advice for everyone from drag-strip enthusiasts to families who want attitude in a school-run SUV.
Direct Answer
The best overall Dodge for 2027 is the 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack, starting around $73,000, an all-electric muscle car making over 670 hp with a synthesized exhaust and genuine four-door practicality. The best value is the 2027 Dodge Hornet GT, starting near $31,000, a turbocharged compact crossover that gives you Dodge attitude at the lowest entry price in the lineup.
Buyers who want gas power should look at the new Charger Sixpack with its twin-turbo inline-six, while families gravitate to the Durango, still the only three-row SUV you can buy with a Hellcat-derived supercharged V8.
1. 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack 🏆 BEST OVERALL
The Charger Daytona Scat Pack is the headline of Dodge's reinvented muscle lineup. This all-electric two- or four-door makes 670+ hp in its standard performance mode (and more with the Direct Connection Stage upgrades), hitting 60 mph in about 3.3 seconds and running the quarter mile in the low 11s.
The signature Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust synthesizes a muscle-car roar that grows louder under throttle, and the R-Wing front pass-through nods to the original 1969 Daytona's aero. Range lands around 250 miles, enough for daily use and weekend canyon runs. Starting MSRP is roughly $73,000.
It tops the list because it is the most complete expression of what Dodge is in 2027 — fast, loud, and unmistakably a muscle car, now electrified without losing the brand's brash personality.
2. 2027 Dodge Charger Sixpack
For buyers who reject the EV entirely, the Charger Sixpack brings back internal combustion with the Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0L inline-six. The high-output version makes around 550 hp, while the standard output makes about 420 hp, both with the same aggressive Charger body offered in two- and four-door forms.
It delivers genuine muscle-car acceleration with the convenience of gas refueling and zero range anxiety, plus the option of a more involving driving experience than the EV. Expected starting MSRP lands near $50,000, making it more attainable than the Daytona. The Sixpack is the pick for traditionalists who want the new Charger's striking looks and pace without committing to a battery.
3. 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T
The Daytona R/T is the friendlier entry point into the electric Charger. It makes around 496 hp in standard trim — still plenty quick — with the same Fratzonic exhaust and R-Wing styling as the Scat Pack but a lower price and slightly longer range, roughly 300+ miles in some configurations thanks to a less aggressive power tune.
It hits 60 mph in about 4.7 seconds, brisk by any measure, and looks identical to the pricier model. Starting MSRP is near $60,000. The R/T is the value entry to electric Charger ownership for buyers who want the dramatic look and the synthesized sound without paying for the Scat Pack's full power and price premium.
4. 2027 Dodge Durango R/T
The Durango R/T is the V8 heart of Dodge's only SUV. It runs a 5.7L HEMI V8 making 360 hp and 390 lb-ft, seats up to seven across three rows, and tows up to 8,700 lbs — best in its class by a wide margin. Standard all-wheel drive and a sport-tuned suspension keep it genuinely engaging to drive, unusual for a three-row family hauler.
The cabin offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen, available second-row captain's chairs, and real family utility alongside the muscle-car soundtrack. Starting MSRP is about $56,000. For buyers who want muscle-car character and a thunderous V8 in a practical three-row package, the Durango R/T has no real rival left on the market.
5. 2027 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat
The Durango SRT Hellcat is the most outrageous three-row SUV on sale anywhere. Its supercharged 6.2L HEMI V8 makes 710 hp and 645 lb-ft, launching this seven-seater to 60 mph in about 3.5 seconds and through the quarter mile in the low 11s — supercar territory in a vehicle that can carry a hockey team.
It still tows up to 8,700 lbs and seats seven in comfort. Dodge keeps building it as a halo product because nothing else combines this much family space with this much violence. Starting MSRP runs around $105,000.
It is the pick for the buyer who flatly refuses to choose between a supercar and a school-run SUV.
6. 2027 Dodge Durango GT
The Durango GT is the value entry to Dodge's SUV line. It uses the 3.6L Pentastar V6 making 295 hp and 260 lb-ft, returns notably better fuel economy than the V8 trims, and still seats seven with available all-wheel drive and a healthy 6,200-lb towing rating. The aggressive Dodge styling, big touchscreen, and roomy cabin all carry over intact, so you lose the V8 soundtrack but keep the look and practicality.
Starting MSRP is about $42,000. The GT is the sensible Durango for families who want three rows, real towing, and unmistakable Dodge looks without the fuel bill or insurance cost of the HEMI and Hellcat trims.
7. 2027 Dodge Hornet GT 💎 BEST VALUE
The Hornet GT is the most affordable way into the Dodge lineup. This compact crossover uses a 2.0L turbo four making 268 hp and 295 lb-ft, sends power to all four wheels through standard all-wheel drive, and hits 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds — quick for the segment and quicker than most rivals at the price.
A 10.25-inch touchscreen, a genuinely sporty chassis, and aggressive styling make it feel like a real Dodge despite the small footprint. Starting MSRP is around $31,000. It is the value champion of the lineup: the cheapest Dodge you can buy and one of the most fun-to-drive compact crossovers in its price bracket, ideal for younger buyers who want the brand image affordably.
8. 2027 Dodge Hornet R/T (PHEV)
The Hornet R/T is the plug-in hybrid version of Dodge's compact crossover. It combines a 1.3L turbo four with an electric motor for a combined 288 hp and 383 lb-ft, offers around 30 miles of electric-only range for short commutes, and adds a PowerShot button that delivers a temporary 25-hp boost for passing.
It is the most efficient Dodge you can buy while still being genuinely quick, letting owners run errands on electricity and take road trips on gas. Starting MSRP is near $42,000 before any federal or state incentives. The R/T PHEV is for buyers who want short electric commuting plus gas backup in a small, sporty, Dodge-badged package.
9. 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Track Pack
For the most committed enthusiasts, the Scat Pack with the Track Package sharpens the electric Charger for the road course. It adds upgraded Brembo brakes, stickier performance tires, adaptive dampers, and chassis tuning aimed at sustained hard driving, on top of the 670+ hp drivetrain and the Fratzonic exhaust.
It is the most capable factory electric Charger you can buy before stepping into the Direct Connection aftermarket upgrades, and it holds up to repeated track laps better than the standard car. Starting MSRP runs around $78,000. This is the pick for buyers who plan to take their electric muscle car to track days and autocross events, not just stoplight drag races.
10. 2027 Dodge Durango Citadel
The Durango Citadel is the luxury-leaning trim, pairing the 3.6L V6 or available 5.7L HEMI V8 with the most upscale interior in the SUV range — Nappa leather, a premium audio system, ventilated front seats, and the full suite of driver-assist tech. It seats seven, tows up to 8,700 lbs with the V8, and adds chrome exterior accents and larger wheels for a more refined look than the blacked-out R/T.
Starting MSRP is about $50,000. The Citadel is for the family buyer who wants Durango space and Dodge muscle but in a quieter, more comfortable, more grown-up trim than the aggressive R/T or the wild SRT Hellcat.
How to Choose
Dodge's 2027 lineup splits cleanly into three families, so start there. Want a muscle car? Decide electric or gas first: the Charger Daytona range (R/T up to Scat Pack and the Track Pack) for EV power and the Fratzonic exhaust, or the Charger Sixpack for a twin-turbo gas inline-six with no range anxiety.
Need an SUV? The Durango is the only choice, and the trim ladder runs from the value GT (V6) up through the R/T (HEMI V8), the Citadel (luxury), and the wild SRT Hellcat (710 hp). Want something smaller and cheaper?
The Hornet GT is the entry point, with the R/T PHEV adding plug-in efficiency for commuters. Dodge no longer sells a minivan or a small sedan, so your real decision is muscle car versus SUV versus compact crossover, then the right trim within that family.
FAQ
What is the best Dodge model in 2027? The 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack is the best overall, an electric muscle car with 670+ hp, a synthesized exhaust, and four-door practicality, starting around $73,000. The Hornet GT at roughly $31,000 is the best value in the lineup.
Does Dodge still make a gas-powered Charger in 2027? Yes. The Charger Sixpack uses the Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0L inline-six, making roughly 420 hp in standard output and around 550 hp in high output, for buyers who want gas power and a manual-refueling experience instead of the electric Daytona.
Which Dodge is the most powerful? The Durango SRT Hellcat with its supercharged 6.2L V8 makes 710 hp, the most of any current Dodge, in a three-row SUV that still tows 8,700 lbs and seats seven.
What is the cheapest Dodge in 2027? The Dodge Hornet GT is the least expensive, starting around $31,000, with a 268-hp turbo four, standard all-wheel drive, and a genuinely sporty chassis.
Bottom Line
Dodge keeps its 2027 lineup small and aggressive: the reinvented Charger in electric Daytona and gas Sixpack forms, the muscle-flavored Durango three-row SUV, and the compact Hornet crossover. Performance buyers should start with the Charger Daytona Scat Pack or the gas Sixpack; families who want power belong in a Durango R/T or the absurd SRT Hellcat; and value shoppers should grab the Hornet GT or, for plug-in efficiency, the Hornet R/T PHEV.
Pick the family that matches your needs and the right trim within it, and Dodge gives you more attitude and acceleration per dollar than almost any mainstream brand.
Sources
- Dodge official model lineup and pricing — dodge.com
- Stellantis media specifications for Charger, Durango, and Hornet — media.stellantisnorthamerica.com
- Car and Driver Dodge model reviews and performance testing — caranddriver.com
- Edmunds Dodge pricing and trim breakdowns — edmunds.com
- MotorTrend Charger Daytona and Durango road tests — motortrend.com
- Kelley Blue Book Dodge values and MSRP data — kbb.com
- EPA range and fuel economy estimates — fueleconomy.gov