Anyone interested in the automotive world knows about Dodge’s reputation in moving the boundaries of ridiculousness when it comes to delivering performance. For a long time, cars like the Dodge Challenger, the Dodge Viper, and the Dodge Charger have collectively earned massive street credit and reputation for the company.
One of the latest creatures of the company, the Dodge Demon, has such a fantastic performance that NHRA, the group associated with setting rules in drag races, straight up banned the Demon basically for being too powerful.
In recent years, the company has managed to bring back its old reputation for dominating the drag strips once again, thanks to the sheer determination and work ethics of the folks at Dodge. Which so many record-breakers in recent years, fans’ expectations for upcoming Dodge cars are higher than ever.
When Stellantis, Dodge’s parent company, announced their electrification strategies, they hinted at a Dodge electric Muscle Car for 2024. This shocking news has so far received a lot of mixed feedback from car enthusiasts around the world. While some commend Dodge for moving forward towards the future as the first car manufacturer ever to be working on an electric Muscle Car, some fans wish Dodge relied on their traditional V8 engines for their upcoming cars. We believe Dodge’s upcoming electric muscle car is going to drop quite a few jaws, and here’s why.
Dodge’s Recent Creations Leaves Us Expecting Nothing But The Bests From The Brand
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When looking back at Dodge’s past, one can’t help but admire the sheer passion for prioritizing performance and power over everything else. Yes, such design would narrow down the buyers to a specific niche, to those only crazy enough to sacrifice everything on the quarter-mile line. But in this way, the actual customers would appreciate their Dodge like a gem.
The Dodge Demon, as an instance, comes with a drag-related toolbox for only $1. Inside the Demon Crate, customers have access to everything they need for a professional and proper drag race, including narrower tiers. The Dodge Demon breathes hellfire!
Besides the Demon, another infernal creature made by Dodge is the SRT Charger Hellcat Redeye. Don’t let the fact that the Charger is a four-door sedan fool you; the engine mounted under its hood delivers overwhelming performance. The 6.2 L Hellcat V8 engine boasts as much as 797 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque.
The Possibilities With Electric Motors Are Endless
Arguably, the most critical element in Muscle Cars is their large and noisy engines. While some would say a proper V6 can also be enough for a Muscle Car, many argue that only a huge V8 makes a true Muscle Car. Because of this, the news about electric motors instead of a V8 instantly became controversial. Sure, electric motors cannot produce any roaring noise. But there are other ways they can surprise you.
With electric motors, performance enhancement is almost limitless. Taking the Tesla Model S Performance as an instance, it is a luxury sedan designed for city use. However, thanks to its 100 kWh battery and electric motors, the Model S Performance can boast more than a thousand horsepower. Plus, electric motors give a crazy kick to the car while accelerating, making the Model S Performance sprint from idle to 60 mph in no more than 2.3 seconds.
Now, bear in mind the Tesla Model S Performance has other priorities besides power and speed, yet still, it can challenge a Dodge Demon on a quarter-mile track. Imagine what jaw-dropping numbers can come out of an electric vehicle made by Dodge.
The watchword for Dodge’s upcoming electric muscle car is “Tear Up the Streets… Not the Planet.” In a follow-up video after the announcement, Tim Kuniskis, the CEO of Dodge, noted that Doge is going to sell regular electric cars; it’s going to sell “eMuscle.”
From the teaser revealed by Stellantis, Dodge’s eMuscle seems to rely on heavy retro and classic design elements as inspiration. The fastback roofline and blunt fascia remind us of the classic 1969 Dodge Charger. So, not only do we expect a fantastic performance in the discreet silence of electric motors, but we can also hope for a modern take on the classic Dodge muscle cars.
Dodge’s eMuscle will be built on the STLA Large platform, one of the four new EV platforms Stellantis announced. According to Stellantis claims, this platform can offer at least 500 miles of range with a single charge. What’s more, Stellantis claims Dodge’s eMuscle will come with an all-wheel-drive, output as much as 886 horsepower, and race 0 to 60 in no more than 2 seconds. All of this only makes us more intrigued as electric muscle cars hit the streets.