2026 Dodge Charger Daytona EV Range and Charging Guide for Minnesota

The 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona is the first fully electric muscle car Dodge has ever sold — and for central Minnesota buyers, the questions about range and charging are real. EPA-estimated range runs from 223 miles (Daytona Scat Pack with Track Package) to approximately 295 miles (Daytona R/T BEV). The 100.5 kWh battery (93.9 kWh usable) supports DC fast-charging up to 183 kW and Level 2 home charging up to 11 kW. The dual-motor AWD setup makes 536 horsepower in the R/T or 670 horsepower in the Scat Pack — making the Scat Pack BEV the quickest production Dodge muscle car ever sold at 3.3 seconds 0-60 mph.

I’m Jordan Malone-Forst, Assistant General Manager at Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson. This guide is the honest breakdown of what Daytona ownership actually looks like in central Minnesota — real-world range numbers, cold-weather impact, home and public charging options, and the practical math on whether the Daytona makes sense for your driving. If you’re cross-shopping the gas SIXPACK instead, see our gas vs electric comparison or our R/T vs Scat Pack guide. For the full lineup, see our 2026 Dodge Charger buyer’s guide.

What is the 2026 Charger Daytona’s EPA range?

EPA-estimated range varies by trim and configuration:

Trim	Power	EPA Range	MSRP
Daytona R/T BEV (factory order)	536 hp	~295 mi	$61,595
Daytona Scat Pack BEV (standard)	670 hp	~241 mi	$59,995 (2-dr)
Daytona Scat Pack BEV (Track Pkg)	670 hp	~223 mi	+$4,995

A few things worth understanding about these numbers. The Daytona R/T BEV has more range than the Scat Pack BEV because it makes less peak power — the lower-tuned dual-motor setup is more efficient. The Track Package reduces range on the Scat Pack because the wider 305/35ZR20 tires create more rolling resistance and the aerodynamics shift slightly. And EPA estimates are real-world conservative on highway driving but can over-estimate range in spirited driving or hot/cold extremes.

For most central Minnesota buyers, realistic expectations are 200-280 miles of range depending on temperature, driving style, and trim. The Daytona R/T BEV at ~295 miles EPA tends to deliver 240-310 in mild weather and 180-220 in deep winter. The Scat Pack BEV at ~241 miles EPA tends to deliver 200-260 in mild weather and 150-190 in deep winter. That range works for most local driving but does require real planning for longer trips.

What’s in the Daytona’s battery and drivetrain?

The Daytona uses a 400-volt electrical architecture with the following specs:

• Battery: 100.5 kWh total capacity (93.9 kWh usable)
• Battery chemistry: NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) lithium-ion
• Architecture: 400 volts
• Cell supplier: Samsung SDI
• Motors: Dual motors — one per axle, providing AWD with selectable RWD via rear-motor-only mode
• Power output: 400 kW (536 hp) on Daytona R/T BEV; 500 kW (670 hp) on Daytona Scat Pack BEV
• Torque: Approximately 480 lb-ft (R/T BEV) or 627 lb-ft (Scat Pack BEV)
• Transmission: Single-speed gearbox per motor
• Onboard charger: 11 kW Level 2 AC
• DC fast-charging peak: 183 kW
• 5% to 80% DC fast-charge time: Approximately 32.5 minutes on a 350-kW charger
• Battery warranty: 8-year / 100,000-mile (covers significant degradation)

The 400-volt architecture is worth noting. Newer EVs from competitors increasingly use 800-volt systems for faster DC charging (200-350 kW). The Daytona’s 400V system charges at 183 kW peak — not class-leading, but solidly competitive. The 32.5-minute 5%-to-80% time is about average for a 100 kWh battery on current public charging infrastructure.

How much range does the Daytona lose in Minnesota winter?

Honest answer: meaningful, but manageable with the right setup. All lithium-ion EVs lose range in cold weather because lithium-ion chemistry runs less efficiently at low temperatures. For the Daytona specifically:

• Above freezing (32 degrees F+): Minimal range impact — typically within 10% of EPA
• Cold (0 degrees F to 30 degrees F): Expect 15-20% range reduction
• Deep cold (below 0 degrees F): Expect 25-35% range reduction
• Sub-zero combined with high-speed highway use: Worst-case scenarios can hit 35-40% loss

Put concrete numbers on it: a Daytona R/T BEV rated at ~295 miles EPA might deliver only 195-220 miles on a -10 degrees F day. A Daytona Scat Pack BEV rated at ~241 miles might deliver only 155-180 miles. For local driving, that’s still plenty — Hutchinson to the Cities round-trip is about 110 miles and works on a single charge even in deep winter. For longer trips, it requires charging stops you wouldn’t need in summer.

Three things genuinely reduce winter range loss:

• Garage parking. Even an unheated garage keeps the battery 15-20 degrees F warmer than ambient. That preserves 5-10% of range alone.
• Pre-conditioning while plugged in. Use the Uconnect app to warm the battery and cabin before unplugging. The energy comes from grid power, not the battery, so you start your drive with both a warm car and a full charge.
• Heated seats and steering wheel instead of cabin heat. Resistive cabin heat is a big battery drain in deep cold. Heated seats use a fraction of the power. The Daytona Scat Pack’s available heat pump (Scat Pack Plus equipment group) further reduces heating energy draw.

What does home charging cost and require?

Home charging is the assumption that makes Daytona ownership work financially. Three setups are possible:

Level 1 (standard 120-volt outlet): Adds approximately 3-5 miles of range per hour. Full charge takes 3-4 days. Not practical for daily use, but works for emergency or vacation-home scenarios.

Level 2 (240-volt, 30-40 amp circuit): Adds approximately 25-30 miles of range per hour. Full charge takes 9-10 hours overnight. This is the standard setup for Daytona ownership. Equipment costs:

• Hardware (charger unit): $400-800 for a basic 40-amp Level 2 charger; $1,000-1,400 for a smart unit with app integration
• Electrician installation: $400-1,500 depending on panel proximity, garage layout, and whether panel upgrade is needed
• Total typical installed cost: $1,500-3,000

DC fast charging at home: Theoretically possible but financially unreasonable — the equipment alone runs $25,000+ and most residential electrical service can’t support the load. Use public DC fast-charging for occasional needs.

Operating cost: Central Minnesota residential electricity averages $0.13 per kWh. A full Daytona charge (~94 kWh usable) costs about $12-13 of electricity and delivers 223-295 miles depending on trim. That works out to about $0.04-0.06 per mile in electricity, vs $0.16-0.18 per mile for a SIXPACK Charger on premium gas.

McLeod Cooperative Power (the primary electric provider in our area) and Xcel Energy (which serves parts of central Minnesota) both offer time-of-use EV rates that can reduce off-peak charging costs further. Worth asking your utility about EV-specific rate plans before installing.

Where can I publicly fast-charge in central Minnesota?

Public DC fast-charging infrastructure in central Minnesota is improving but still concentrated along major highways. Realistic options for Daytona owners:

• Highway 7 / I-94 corridor: Multiple Electrify America and EVgo stations between Hutchinson and the Twin Cities. Stops in Glencoe, Cokato, and Buffalo offer fast-charging at 150-350 kW.
• Highway 12 to Willmar: Limited fast-charging options today; Level 2 charging available at most municipal buildings and grocery stores.
• St. Cloud / Highway 23: Strong fast-charging network including the new Tesla Supercharger (open to non-Tesla EVs via CCS adapter as of 2026).
• Minneapolis-St. Paul metro: Densest fast-charging network in the state. Daytona can charge to 80% in under 35 minutes at 350-kW stations.
• Duluth / North Shore corridor: Adequate but spaced — need to plan charging stops carefully on trips longer than 250 miles.

The Daytona uses the CCS Combo charging standard (same as most non-Tesla EVs). Tesla’s Supercharger network is opening to non-Tesla EVs progressively through 2025-2026, including some Minnesota locations — the Daytona requires a CCS-to-NACS adapter (Dodge provides one as standard equipment) to use Tesla Superchargers.

Public charging costs: Most DC fast-charging in Minnesota runs $0.30-0.50 per kWh, sometimes higher at peak times. A full DC fast-charge session costs roughly $30-45 at public stations — significantly more than home charging at $12-13. Use public fast-charging for trips, not daily driving, to keep operating costs down.

Can I take a Daytona on long trips?

Yes, with planning. Some real route examples from Hutchinson:

Trip from Hutchinson	Distance	Stops needed
Round-trip to Twin Cities (MSP)	~110 mi	None (single charge)
Round-trip to Willmar	~80 mi	None (single charge)
Round-trip to Duluth	~340 mi	One stop, ~30-40 min
Round-trip to Fargo	~390 mi	One stop, ~30-40 min
One-way to Chicago	~410 mi	One stop, ~30-40 min

Realistic trip planning means treating a 30-minute charging stop as a coffee/lunch break — not as wasted time. The Daytona’s 32.5-minute 5%-to-80% DC fast-charge time is approximately the length of a Subway lunch or a coffee shop visit. For Hutchinson-to-Minneapolis trips, you can charge at home and don’t need to stop. For Hutchinson-to-Duluth or Hutchinson-to-Fargo trips, one charging stop adds maybe 30-45 minutes to the trip versus a SIXPACK’s zero-stop trip. Whether that’s acceptable depends on how often you take those trips.

In deep winter (-10 degrees F or colder), plan for one extra charging stop on trips over 200 miles. Range loss is real and compounds with high-speed highway driving.

What does Daytona ownership cost over 5 years?

A realistic 5-year, 75,000-mile total cost of ownership comparison for a central Minnesota Daytona Scat Pack BEV buyer with home charging:

• Vehicle MSRP: $59,995 + $1,995 destination = $61,990
• Home Level 2 charger installed: ~$2,000 one-time
• Electricity (80% home / 20% public): ~$5,200 over 5 years
• Scheduled maintenance: ~$800 (cabin filter, brake fluid, tire rotations)
• Tires: ~$1,800 (heavier vehicle wears tires faster)
• Insurance: Varies; typically 5-10% higher than equivalent gas Charger due to higher MSRP and battery replacement risk
• 5-year operating cost (excluding insurance and purchase): ~$9,800

Comparable 5-year cost for a gas Scat Pack: approximately $17,100 in operating costs (premium fuel + oil changes + scheduled service). The Daytona’s operating cost is roughly $7,000-12,000 less than the gas Scat Pack over the same period — depending on how much you drive and your home electricity rate.

Federal EV tax credits may apply to the Daytona depending on your individual tax situation, income, and the vehicle’s final assembly location. The Daytona is built in Windsor, Ontario at Stellantis’s Canadian plant. Check with a tax professional to confirm eligibility for your specific purchase.

What does the Daytona feel like to drive?

Three things stand out from behind the wheel:

Instant acceleration. The Daytona Scat Pack BEV does 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds. The 670 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque are available immediately from a stop — no waiting for turbos to spool, no gear changes. The launch feel is genuinely different from any gas Charger. Once you experience it, the SIXPACK’s 3.9-second 0-60 starts to feel slow by comparison.

The PowerShot button. A dedicated button on the steering wheel triggers a 40-horsepower temporary boost for ~15 seconds — useful for highway passes. Mash it and the car genuinely shoves you back in the seat. The gas Chargers don’t have an equivalent.

Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust. Dodge’s artificial exhaust note system uses speakers in the rear to produce a sound that approximates a Hellcat under load. Reactions are mixed — some buyers love the immersive sound, others find it hokey. The Fratzonic can be turned down or off in the Uconnect settings if you prefer silence.

Regenerative braking is one-pedal-capable. In its strongest setting (Track mode), lifting your foot off the accelerator slows the car aggressively enough that you rarely need the brake pedal in normal driving. This extends brake life significantly — some Daytona owners have reported brake pads lasting 80,000+ miles vs the typical 30,000-40,000 on a gas muscle car.

Is the Daytona right for you?

Two clear profiles where the Daytona makes sense:

Daily commuter with home charging. If you can install a Level 2 charger at home and your daily driving is within 150 miles round-trip (covers nearly all commutes between Hutchinson, Glencoe, Willmar, Litchfield, and even Twin Cities suburbs), the Daytona is dramatically cheaper to operate than a gas Charger and quicker on top of that. Plug in nightly, never think about gas stations again.

Performance buyer who already has another vehicle for long trips. If the Charger is your fun car or second vehicle and you have a truck, SUV, or other gas vehicle for hauling and long trips, the Daytona’s superior acceleration and acceleration tech (Launch Control, PowerShot, Drive eXperience Recorder with Track Package) is compelling. The range trade-off doesn’t affect you because long trips happen in the other vehicle.

Two profiles where the SIXPACK is the better choice:

No home charging available. Apartment, rental, or otherwise unable to install Level 2 charging at home. Public DC fast-charging works for occasional needs but eliminates the cost-of-ownership advantage and adds friction to daily life.

Regular long-distance driver. If you drive to Duluth, Fargo, the Iron Range, or Chicago more than a couple times a year, the SIXPACK’s fill-and-go convenience is hard to beat. A SIXPACK Charger can do Hutchinson to Chicago in one stop; the Daytona needs at least one charging stop and probably two with a margin.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can the 2026 Charger Daytona go on a charge?

EPA-estimated range is approximately 295 miles for the Daytona R/T BEV (factory order), 241 miles for the standard Daytona Scat Pack BEV, and 223 miles for the Daytona Scat Pack with Track Package. Real-world range varies with temperature, driving style, and trip type.

How much range does the Daytona lose in winter?

Expect 15-20% range loss between 0 degrees F and 30 degrees F, and 25-35% loss below 0 degrees F. Garage parking, pre-conditioning while plugged in, and using heated seats instead of cabin heat all reduce winter range loss.

What does it cost to install Level 2 home charging?

Typical total installed cost is $1,500-3,000 in central Minnesota. That includes a 40-amp Level 2 charger ($400-1,400 depending on smart features) plus electrician installation ($400-1,500 depending on whether a panel upgrade is needed). Check with your electric utility about EV-specific rate plans for off-peak charging discounts.

How long does it take to fast-charge the Daytona?

On a 350-kW DC fast charger at peak 183-kW charging speed, the Daytona charges from 5% to 80% in approximately 32.5 minutes — adding roughly 175 miles of range in that window. On a Level 2 home charger at 11 kW, expect 9-10 hours for a full overnight charge.

Can the Daytona use Tesla Superchargers?

Yes — the Daytona ships with a CCS-to-NACS adapter that lets you charge at Tesla Supercharger stations as they progressively open to non-Tesla EVs. Some Minnesota Supercharger locations are already open; others are rolling out through 2025-2026. The Daytona’s native charging port is CCS Combo.

How long will the Daytona battery last?

Dodge warrants the battery for 8 years / 100,000 miles against significant capacity loss. Expected real-world battery life on similar NMC chemistry is 200,000+ miles with 70-80% capacity remaining. Battery replacement, if ever needed outside warranty, has historically run $15,000-25,000 in current EVs — though prices are expected to drop significantly over the coming decade.

Does the Daytona qualify for federal EV tax credits?

Eligibility depends on your tax situation, income, and battery sourcing rules. The Daytona is built in Windsor, Ontario at Stellantis’s Canadian plant. Check with a tax professional to confirm eligibility for your specific purchase — we don’t provide tax advice at the dealership level.

Can I turn off the artificial exhaust sound?

Yes. The Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust can be turned down or off entirely in the Uconnect settings. Many Daytona owners run it loud for spirited driving and turn it off for daily commuting. Federal pedestrian safety regulations still require a low-speed acoustic alert below 20 mph; that’s a separate system from the Fratzonic.

The Daytona BEV makes real sense for the right buyer in central Minnesota — home charging available, daily driving within 150 miles, and you value the dramatically quicker acceleration. The 223-295 mile range is enough for nearly all local driving, and the 5-year operating cost is meaningfully lower than the gas SIXPACK. The wrong-fit scenarios are equally real: no home charging available or regular long-distance trips. Come into Jay Malone CDJR in Hutchinson and let’s talk through your specific situation. If the Daytona is the right answer, we’ll order one built exactly the way you want it — no locator fee, no markup, no pressure.