Dodge unveils 2023 Challenger SRT Demon 170 with supercharged V-8 engine. Here’s what you should know

Stellantis, the company formed by the merger of Fiat Chrysler and PSA Peugeot, claims that it can go from zero to 60 miles per hour in a rapid 1.66 seconds, outpacing even electric supercars from Tesla and Lucid. This car represents the end of an era for the American culture of cruising on Saturday nights, which was characterized by powerful, roaring automobiles.

Starting next year, the Canadian factory that currently produces all three of these cars will be undergoing retooling to manufacture electric versions of larger vehicles.

While it remains unclear whether all three models will continue to be produced, Stellantis did unveil an electric concept muscle car, the Charger Daytona SRT, in August.

Tim Kuniskis, the CEO of Dodge and an unofficial advocate for gas-powered muscle cars in America, expressed his nostalgia for traditional muscle cars but also his enthusiasm for the development of electric performance vehicles.

Despite the fact that the new Challenger Demon 170 gets only 13 miles per gallon in the city and 21 on the highway, Kuniskis believes that this will not be a concern for most buyers, even as the world faces the consequences of climate change.

The Demon 170 is designed for street use, despite the presence of wide racing tires. To make it more practical for daily driving, Dodge is offering a package of smaller, more street-friendly wheels and tires. The basic model comes at $96,666, however, with only a driver’s seat and a basic radio, but air conditioning is included.

FAQs

1. When did the first Dodge Challenger come?
   1969
2. Where is Dodge HQ?
   Michigan, US