Nationwide orders for the 2026 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat opened on December 17, 2025, allowing buyers across all 50 states to reserve the 710‑horsepower, supercharged HEMI V‑8 SUV. The launch coincides with Dodge’s broader effort to re‑introduce iconic high‑performance variants and reinforce its “America’s performance brand” identity.
The Hellcat is built on a 6.2‑liter supercharged HEMI V‑8 that delivers 710 horsepower and 720 lb‑ft of torque, a power level that matches the brand’s flagship muscle cars. Dodge has added a new Triple Nickel exterior color and Mopar carbon‑fiber stripe options, and the vehicle can be customized through the Jailbreak package, which offers more than 10 million configuration combinations and a $9,995 upgrade fee.
Pricing for the base Hellcat starts at $79,995, with the Jailbreak package raising the price to $89,990. Production is limited to 3,000 units for the 2026 model year, with assembly at the Detroit‑North plant. The limited run underscores the vehicle’s halo status and exclusivity, a strategy that has historically driven strong demand for Dodge’s high‑performance models.
The launch follows 14 consecutive months of sales growth for the Durango line, and the Hellcat’s niche positioning is intended to attract performance‑savvy buyers who value the brand’s heritage. While the Hellcat is not a volume driver, it serves as a marketing lever that reinforces Dodge’s performance credentials and supports the broader Durango platform’s sales momentum.
Stellantis is pursuing a “Dare Forward 2030” plan that targets 50% battery‑electric vehicle sales in the U.S. by 2030, yet the company continues to offer the HEMI V‑8 in select models. The Hellcat’s continued use of the HEMI engine reflects a strategic decision to capitalize on the engine’s iconic status while the company transitions other lines toward electrification. The Hellcat therefore represents a bridge between legacy performance and the company’s future electrified portfolio.
Dodge CEO Matt McAlear said the launch “reinforces our commitment to performance and personalization,” adding that the Hellcat “offers a family‑friendly, three‑row muscle SUV that delivers the power and character our customers expect from the Dodge name.”
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