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2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack: Natick Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: 2026 Charger Scat Pack & Scat Pack Plus
Scat Pack is the gas performance trim of the 2026 Charger: $54,995 MSRP (2-door, before destination) for the High-Output twin-turbo six — 550 horsepower, 531 lb-ft, standard AWD, Brembo brakes, Launch Control, Line Lock and a dual-mode active exhaust, with a 3.9-second run to 60. It requires Premium fuel, unlike the R/T's Regular-gas engine. Scat Pack Plus runs about $59,990 for the same 550 hp plus a feature package (Head-Up Display, surround-view camera, upgraded display, ventilated/heated seats, wireless charging, navigation). Four-door adds about $2,000 on either trim.
Is there still a Hellcat or 392 under a different name? No — but here's what replaced them
If you've been shopping Chargers for a while, the first question about Scat Pack is usually whether it's secretly the old supercharged V8 with a new badge. It isn't. The Hellcat and the 392 HEMI are both retired from this generation entirely — Scat Pack's 550 horsepower comes from the High-Output tune of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter Sixpack inline-six, the same basic engine architecture as R/T, wound up considerably tighter. What it loses in eight-cylinder theater it makes up in a 3.9-second run to 60, quicker than the old naturally-aspirated V8 Charger ever managed, on an engine that's smaller and lighter over the front axle.
The hardware that comes with the power
Scat Pack isn't just an engine upgrade over R/T — it's a genuine performance package. Brembo brakes handle the extra speed, Launch Control and Line Lock are there for anyone who wants to warm the tires up properly, and a dual-mode active exhaust lets you choose between a quieter commute and something louder when you want it. Standard 20-inch wheels fill out the look. All-wheel drive is standard here too, with the same selectable rear-wheel-drive mode as R/T — useful both for putting 550 horsepower down cleanly and for getting up a hill in Natick during the first snow of the season.
The one thing to plan around: Premium fuel
The High-Output engine that makes Scat Pack's 550 horsepower is tuned to call for Premium gasoline, not Regular — a real difference from the R/T's Standard-Output six, which is happy on Regular. It's an easy detail to miss if you're cross-shopping the two trims on spec sheets alone, and it's worth factoring into the ongoing cost of ownership alongside the roughly $5,000 jump from R/T. Scat Pack Plus, at about $59,990, adds the same feature package as R/T Plus — Head-Up Display, surround-view camera, upgraded 16-inch digital display, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, wireless charging and navigation — on the identical 550-hp engine. It's the comfort layer, not a power upgrade, exactly like the relationship between R/T and R/T Plus.
What buyers say about the Charger here
Brigham-Gill Village CDJR carries a 4.6-star Google rating across more than 1,200 reviews, and the dealership's history with Charger owners runs deep — several reviewers specifically call out how the service side treats performance-trim buyers. "I have purchased my last three vehicles from Brigham & Gill. 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2016 Dodge Charger & 2019 Ram Quad Cab. Love the products, Ali in sales is a knowledge machine when it comes to showing me how everything works... Service department gets it right every time." — Jeff P. Ali's name comes up across multiple independent reviews for the dealership, not just this one.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Scat Pack have a V8?
No — the Scat Pack's 550 horsepower comes from a High-Output twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six, not a V8. The Hellcat and 392 V8s are both retired from this Charger generation; the twin-turbo six is quicker to 60 than the old base V8 Charger regardless.
Does the Scat Pack need premium fuel?
Yes. The High-Output engine calls for Premium gasoline, unlike the R/T's Standard-Output six, which runs on Regular. Factor that into ongoing fuel costs when comparing the two trims.
How much is a 2026 Charger Scat Pack?
$54,995 MSRP for the 2-door, plus the $1,995 destination charge, taxes and registration. Scat Pack Plus starts around $59,990. Four-door adds about $2,000 on either trim.
What's the difference between Scat Pack and Scat Pack Plus?
The same 550-hp engine in both — Plus adds a Head-Up Display, surround-view camera, upgraded digital display, ventilated front and heated rear seats, wireless charging and navigation for roughly $5,000 more. No performance difference between the two.
How quick is the 2026 Scat Pack?
Dodge quotes 3.9 seconds to 60 mph for the gas Scat Pack — quicker than R/T's 4.6 seconds, though both trail the electric Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack, which runs mid-3-second range with PowerShot engaged.
Where can I test drive a Scat Pack near Natick?
At Brigham-Gill Village CDJR, 817 Worcester Street on Route 9. Call (508) 960-7036 to confirm which Scat Pack trims and body styles are currently in stock.
The bottom line
Scat Pack is the enthusiast pick of the gas Charger lineup — real hardware, not just a badge, for about $5,000 over R/T, with Premium fuel as the honest tradeoff. Buyers who want more everyday comfort features on top of that power should look at Scat Pack Plus; buyers curious how it stacks up against the all-electric option should read the Charger Daytona EV guide next.
MSRPs exclude destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Performance figures are manufacturer-published estimates under controlled conditions; real-world results vary. Equipment and availability can change with production timing — confirm current specs with Brigham-Gill Village CDJR. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Brigham-Gill Village CDJR.