Dodge Charger Compared: Rivals and Trims
Shopping muscle cars? The Dodge Charger stands out with a four-door option, an all-electric Daytona, and up to 670 horsepower. Open a one-on-one comparison below, see how it stacks up, and walk through the trims.
Charger matchups, one on one
Already have a rival in mind? Each link opens a full side-by-side of the Charger against that specific car, spec for spec.
How the Charger measures up
| Model |
Starting MSRP |
Body styles |
Top power |
Electric option |
| Dodge Charger |
About $51,990 |
Coupe or sedan |
Up to 670 hp |
Yes (Daytona) |
| Ford Mustang |
About $34,635 |
Coupe or convertible |
Up to 500 hp (Dark Horse) |
No |
| Chevrolet Camaro |
Not sold new (ended 2024) |
Coupe or convertible |
Up to 650 hp (last ZL1) |
No |
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
The Charger stands out with a four-door option, an all-electric Daytona, and up to 670 horsepower. The Mustang counters as the last V8 muscle coupe, at a much lower starting price. The Camaro left production after 2024, so it is only available used. Open a head-to-head above for the full breakdown.
Worth knowing about the Charger
- The Charger is the only one here offered as a four-door sedan and as an all-electric muscle car.
- Its Daytona EV makes up to 670 horsepower, more than the Mustang Dark Horse or the last Camaro ZL1.
- The Mustang is now the last mainstream muscle car with a V8; the Charger switched to a twin-turbo inline-six.
Charger trim comparison
The Charger lineup splits between the gas Sixpack and the electric Daytona, each in R/T and higher-output Scat Pack tunes, in coupe or sedan form.
| Trim |
Highlights |
Best for |
| Sixpack R/T |
420-horsepower gas twin-turbo six |
Gas muscle value |
| Sixpack Scat Pack |
550-horsepower gas twin-turbo six |
Gas performance |
| Daytona R/T and Scat Pack |
All-electric, up to 670 horsepower |
Electric muscle |
Charger comparison FAQ
What cars compete with the Dodge Charger?
The Charger is most cross-shopped with the Ford Mustang and, historically, the Chevrolet Camaro. We have a dedicated comparison for each; open the links above.
Is the Charger cheaper than the Mustang?
No. The Mustang starts lower, around $34,635, versus about $51,990 for the gas Charger. The Charger counters with a four-door option, an EV, and more top-end power.
Does the Dodge Charger have a V8?
No. The current Charger uses a twin-turbo inline-six on gas models or electric power. The Mustang is now the last mainstream muscle car with a V8.
Is the Chevrolet Camaro still made?
No. The Camaro ended production after the 2024 model year, so it is only available used. The Charger and Mustang are the muscle cars still sold new.
Which muscle car is most powerful?
The Charger Daytona, at up to 670 horsepower, tops the Mustang Dark Horse (about 500) and the last Camaro ZL1 (650).
Which Charger should I choose?
The Sixpack R/T for gas-muscle value, the Sixpack Scat Pack for 550 horsepower, or the Daytona for electric power up to 670, all in coupe or sedan form.
