Power of the Dodge Charger SIXPACK Engine

Under the hood of the Charger Scat Pack, the turbocharged SIXPACK H.O. engine stands as the most powerful Hurricane ever put into production. It breathes through a new low-restriction air induction system and exhales through a matching low-restriction exhaust, both working together to push horsepower and torque to thrilling levels. Built for maximum performance from the ground up, it features a deep-skirt cast-aluminum block paired with a structural aluminum alloy oil pan, while cross-bolted steel main bearing caps secure the forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods. Even the manufacturing process is performance-focused, with deck-plate honing ensuring perfectly shaped cylinder bores. All this engineering comes together to produce 550 horsepower, thanks in part to oil-jet-cooled, forged-aluminum pistons with anodized top rings and DLC-coated pins, which reduce friction. Running at a 9.5:1 compression ratio, the SIXPACK H.O. delivers its best when fed 91-octane premium fuel, making every drive feel like a track day.

The SIXPACK H.O. engine comes loaded with features designed to maximize both power and precision. It delivers 88% of its peak torque at just 2,500 rpm, giving you instant low-end response, and maintains more than 90% of that torque from 3,000 to 6,000 rpm for sustained performance. High-pressure direct fuel injection, with centrally mounted injectors, ensures efficient and consistent power delivery. Dual overhead camshafts, featuring fully independent variable valve timing, fine-tune performance across the entire rev range. Engine-mounted water-to-air charge air coolers with dual inlets and a separate cooling circuit help maintain optimal temperatures, while plasma transfer wire arc coating in the cylinder bores provides an ultra-thin, durable, and low-friction wear surface. On top of it all, a carbon-styled engine cover stamped with a red-accented SIXPACK logo proudly announces the raw power lurking under the hood.

The SIXPACK H.O. engine comes alive thanks to its powerful twin-turbo setup. Featuring twin Garrett GT2054 turbochargers, these 54mm low-inertia, high-flow turbos spool up quickly, pushing a peak boost of 30 psi and spinning at an incredible 185,000 RPM to force more air into the combustion chamber—translating to massive horsepower and torque. Built with Inconel 713, the turbines handle extreme heat and stress with exceptional strength and resistance to oxidation and thermal fatigue, making them perfect for high-performance driving. The twin counter-rotating design further reduces turbo lag and balances airflow, enhancing throttle response and overall engine efficiency so the Charger Scat Pack feels explosive yet controlled every time you hit the accelerator.

2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK-powered models are the world’s only all-wheel-drive muscle cars with true rear-wheel-drive capability. Their robust 880RE TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission features a multi-disc wet clutch system that engages at the push of a button, sending up to 100% of torque to the rear wheels whenever you want that classic RWD feel. Whether navigating city streets, tackling slippery roads, or tearing down the drag strip, the Charger’s AWD system delivers confidence and control. On the track, drivers can use Line Lock or switch to rear-wheel drive to heat and clean the tires before a run, then return to AWD for maximum grip off the line. A Front-Axle Disconnect feature also helps optimize fuel efficiency by disconnecting the front axle when full AWD isn’t needed, reducing parasitic driveline losses without sacrificing performance.

If dominating the streets and the track sounds like your kind of thrill, the 2026 Dodge Charger SIXPACK is ready to deliver. Here at Bettenhausen CDJR of Tinley Park, we’re excited to help you get behind the wheel of this powerhouse and experience firsthand everything this incredible engine has to offer. Don’t wait—fill out the form below to schedule a test drive and see why the Charger SIXPACK is in a league of its own.