Dodge Delivers Year-round Performance With Intelligent AWD Systems for 2026 Charger and Durango Models

Rhea-AI Summary

Dodge (NYSE: STLA) announced 2026 Charger and Durango models with intelligent all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems aimed at year-round performance and traction.

Key highlights include AWD standard on all 2026 Charger models, 50/50 Wet/Snow torque split, multi-mode drive settings, pricing from $40,995 to $79,995, and best-in-class towing of 8,700 pounds on Durango with Tow N Go.

Positive

• AWD standard on all 2026 Charger models, improving all-season usability
• Charger Daytona Scat Pack offers 670 hp electric powertrain with rear-drive Drift/Donut mode
• Durango Tow N Go enables 8,700 lb best-in-class towing with 2.72 low-range ratio
• Torque-locking Wet/Snow mode provides a balanced 50/50 front-to-rear split for low-grip traction
• Clear pricing and horsepower tiers ranging from $40,995 to $79,995

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction – STLA

-1.12%

2 alerts

-1.12% News Effect

-$235M Valuation Impact

$20.72B Market Cap

60K Volume

On the day this news was published, STLA declined 1.12%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 2 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $235M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $20.72B at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Charger torque split (snow): 50/50 front-to-rear Durango towing capacity: 8,700 pounds Charger R/T horsepower: 420 horsepower +5 more

8 metrics

Charger torque split (snow) 50/50 front-to-rear Gas Charger SIXPACK and Daytona Scat Pack Wet/Snow mode

Durango towing capacity 8,700 pounds Tow N Go package best-in-class towing

Charger R/T horsepower 420 horsepower SIXPACK-powered 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo I-6

Charger Scat Pack horsepower 550 horsepower SIXPACK high-output engine

Charger Daytona horsepower 670 horsepower All-electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack

Durango GT V-6 horsepower 295 horsepower Durango GT with AWD

Durango GT HEMI horsepower 360 horsepower Durango GT HEMI AWD

Durango SRT Hellcat horsepower 710 horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat AWD

Market Reality Check

Price: $6.90 Vol: Pre‑news volume of 11,896...

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$6.90 Last Close

Volume Pre‑news volume of 11,896,691 shares is below the 20‑day average of 20,339,189 (relative volume 0.58). low

Technical Shares at $7.15 are trading below the $9.88 200‑day MA and sit 45.38% under the 52‑week high, only 1.71% above the 52‑week low.

Peers on Argus

Before this Dodge product news, STLA was down 1.65% while peers were mixed: EV n...

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Before this Dodge product news, STLA was down 1.65% while peers were mixed: EV names like XPEV (+4.84%) and RIVN (+3.68%) were higher, LI gained 1.48%, but F (-0.29%) and HMC (-0.11%) edged lower. Only XPEV appeared in the momentum scanner, reinforcing a stock‑specific setup for STLA.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 05 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Mar 05	Brand anniversary editions	Positive	-2.7%	Jeep 85th anniversary special editions and future EV Recon preview.
Mar 03	Retail campaign launch	Positive	-1.8%	Declaration of Deals retail incentives and America250 limited editions.
Mar 02	AGM agenda released	Neutral	-5.7%	Publication of 2026 AGM agenda and proposed board changes.
Mar 02	Motorsports/product promo	Positive	-5.7%	Debut of HEMI‑powered Charger Drag Pak and SIXPACK thrill rides.
Feb 26	Annual report filed	Neutral	+0.5%	Publication of 2025 Annual Report and Form 20‑F filing.

Pattern Detected

Recent upbeat brand and product announcements have often coincided with negative next‑day moves, indicating a tendency for shares to sell off or lag despite generally positive news.

Recent Company History

Over the last few weeks, Stellantis has released a series of brand and corporate updates, from Jeep’s 85th anniversary special editions and Dodge drag‑racing initiatives to retail campaigns and AGM/annual report disclosures. Despite largely positive or neutral headlines, price reactions were frequently negative, including moves of -5.69% around Dodge racing news and the AGM agenda. This Dodge AWD lineup announcement fits into an ongoing product‑and‑brand refresh cycle against a backdrop of recent financial pressure and cautious market response.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights Dodge’s focus on year-round performance, making AWD standard across 202...

Analysis

This announcement highlights Dodge’s focus on year-round performance, making AWD standard across 2026 Charger models and expanding AWD capability in Durango, including best-in-class 8,700-pound towing on Tow N Go trims. In context of Stellantis’ recent strategic reset and 2025 net loss, investors may track how these multi-energy, performance-oriented offerings support volumes and pricing power. Key watchpoints include customer adoption of SIXPACK and Daytona variants and execution against the broader turnaround plan.

Key Terms

all-wheel drive, torque split, limited slip differential, electronic limited slip differential, +3 more

7 terms

all-wheel drive technical

"Every season is Dodge season with all-wheel drive (AWD) standard on next-generation"

All-wheel drive is a vehicle system that sends engine power to all four wheels automatically to improve traction and stability on varying road surfaces, like wearing shoes with better grip when walking on ice. Investors care because offering all-wheel drive can boost a model’s appeal, affect pricing and production costs, influence fuel efficiency and warranty/maintenance expenses, and therefore impact sales, margins and competitive positioning.

torque split technical

"handle the snow with 50/50 torque split – and also burn up the summer"

Torque split describes how engine or motor force is divided between a vehicle’s axles or wheels — for example, how much power goes to the front versus the rear. Investors care because that split affects real-world performance, fuel or battery efficiency, handling and safety, and therefore can influence a model’s market appeal, production complexity and cost competitiveness; think of it as the way a team decides who does most of the work and how that impacts overall results.

limited slip differential technical

"rear axle, which has a standard mechanical limited slip differential."

A limited slip differential is a vehicle gearbox component that sends power to both driven wheels but limits the difference in how fast each wheel can spin, so a slipping wheel doesn’t steal all the power. Think of it as a traffic cop that nudges power toward the wheel with traction, improving acceleration, handling, and safety in poor grip. Investors care because it affects product performance, consumer appeal, maintenance costs, and competitive positioning in the automotive market.

electronic limited slip differential technical

"An electronic limited slip differential is featured on Durango GT AWD models"

An electronic limited slip differential is a car component that automatically shifts power between the drive wheels to maintain traction when one wheel slips, using sensors and software instead of purely mechanical parts. For investors, it matters because it can improve a vehicle’s handling, safety and perceived value—affecting product appeal, warranty costs and competitive positioning—much like adding traction control to make a bicycle steadier on a slippery road.

transfer case technical

"fitted with a two-speed, electrically shifted transfer case that enables the driver"

A transfer case is a mechanical gearbox in four-wheel- and all-wheel-drive vehicles that splits engine power between the front and rear axles and, when needed, changes gear ratios for low-speed torque. For investors, it matters because demand, pricing and recalls for transfer cases affect automakers’ production costs, supplier revenue and vehicle performance — similar to how a transmission determines how a car delivers power to the road.

electronic stability control technical

"aided by the traction control and Electronic Stability Control systems."

Electronic stability control is a car safety system that uses sensors and automatic adjustments to help a driver keep a vehicle on its intended path during skids or sudden maneuvers. Think of it as an automatic coach that taps the brakes or eases engine power to prevent loss of control. Investors care because the feature affects safety ratings, regulatory compliance, product liability and customer demand, all of which can influence a vehicle maker’s sales, costs and reputation.

drive modes technical

"powertrains can be tailored to the driver's preferences via the available drive modes"

Drive modes are selectable settings in a vehicle that change how it behaves — for example making acceleration smoother, steering heavier, suspension firmer, or the brakes recover more energy — to suit different road conditions or driver preferences. For investors, drive modes reveal how much software and engineering go into a car, affecting product appeal, manufacturing cost, and potential for software-related upgrades or recurring revenue; think of them as different presets on a smartphone that change performance and battery use.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --

• Every season is Dodge season with all-wheel drive (AWD) standard on next-generation
• Dodge Charger modern muscle cars
• Gasoline-powered Dodge Charger SIXPACK models and the all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack can handle the snow with 50/50 torque split – and also burn up the summer in a rear-wheel-drive setup that enables muscle-car fun
• Dodge Durango is built to haul – and tow – with a full suite of all-wheel-drive systems
• Engineers developed AWD drivetrains to deliver the right amount of torque to each axle, supplying what Dodge drivers demand

Winter weather may send other performance vehicles scurrying for a long nap in the garage, but the intelligent all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems in 2026 Dodge Charger and Dodge Durango models mean the fun keeps going in snowy, inclement weather conditions.

"All-wheel-drive capability takes Dodge performance vehicles from three-season to all-season daily drivers," said Matt McAlear, Dodge CEO. "These systems give Dodge the opportunity to deliver Dodge attitude to customers across the entire country."

Stellantis engineers developed and tested the Dodge Charger and Durango drivetrains to deliver the right amount of torque to each axle for what the driver demands, ensuring there's more than enough traction to confidently muscle up a snowy mountain road.

Dodge Charger: AWD Confidence, Rear-drive Attitude
Delivering maximum traction year-round, AWD is standard on all 2026 Dodge Charger models — SIXPACK-powered Scat Pack and R/T models with the 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo I-6 and the all-electric Daytona Scat Pack Both powertrains are validated to provide robust Dodge performance and attitude. The powertrains can be tailored to the driver's preferences via the available drive modes, Auto, Eco, Sport, Wet/Snow and Custom for SIXPACK-powered models and Auto, Eco, Sport, Track, Drag, Wet/Snow and Custom for the Charger Daytona Scat Pack.

In SIXPACK-powered Charger models, a multi-disc wet clutch transfer case continuously adjusts in milliseconds the level of torque flowing to the front and rear axles. Within Sport Mode, the driver can command rear-wheel-drive (RWD) mode, sending 100% of the torque to the rear axle, which has a standard mechanical limited slip differential.

With front and rear electric drive modules (EDMs), the Charger Daytona Scat Pack's powertrain control module continuously manages the torque output at each axle. The rear EDM is fitted with a mechanical limited slip differential to improve traction in low-grip situations. The Drift/Donut mode, unique to the Charger Daytona Scat Pack, puts the drivetrain into a rear-drive setup with varying amounts of traction control intervention.

All Charger models offer Wet/Snow mode. When engaged, Wet/Snow mode equalizes the torque output at each axle for maximum traction and stability, aided by the traction control and Electronic Stability Control systems. For low-grip surfaces, Wet/Snow Mode optimizes traction by locking the torque split to a balanced 50/50 front-to-rear distribution. Shift schedules remain soft and early to
limit torque buildup, while reduced steering effort improves control in slippery conditions.

Custom mode in the Dodge Charger lets drivers configure their car the way they want it. From propulsion characteristics and paddle shifter behavior to traction settings and steering weight, nearly every aspect of performance can be tailored to individual preference.
Torque percentage splits between the front and rear axles for each Charger Drive Mode include Auto/Eco Mode (40% front/60% rear); Wet/Snow (50/50); Sport Mode (30/70) and RWD/Line Lock (0/100).

Dodge Durango: V-8 Power With AWD All the Time
Full-time, all-wheel drive in the 2026 Dodge Durango is standard on all HEMI® V-8 engine-powered models, including the GT HEMI AWD, Durango SRT Hellcat and Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, and optional on the Durango GT V-6. Just as the Durango can tackle a wide range of duties, from daily runner to all-out performance in the SRT Hellcat, so too can its drivetrains.

Customers who opt for the Pentastar V-6 with AWD enjoy a hands-free, full-time AWD system that sends 50% of the available torque to each axle for balanced handling and traction.

All-wheel drive in a Durango equipped with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 features an active system that continuously varies the torque split between the front and rear axles based on performance driving demands.

Durango models featuring the Tow N Go package are fitted with a two-speed, electrically shifted transfer case that enables the driver to lock in a low range with a ratio of 2.72, making it easier to bring along the big toys with best-in-class towing capacity of 8,700 pounds.

An electronic limited slip differential is featured on Durango GT AWD models equipped with Tow N Go and comes standard on Durango SRT models.

The SRT Hellcat Durango with the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 carries a robust AWD system that can handle the demands of the Hellcat engine and varies the torque split in conjunction with drive modes: Auto (40% front/60% rear); Snow and Tow (50/50); Sport (35/65) and Track (30/70).

2026 Dodge AWD Lineup (all prices exclude tax, titles and fees)
The AWD-equipped 2026 Dodge performance vehicle lineup includes:

Dodge Charger

• $49,995: 420-horsepower, SIXPACK-powered, two-door Charger R/T
• $51,995: 420-horsepower, SIXPACK-powered, four-door Charger R/T
• $54,995: 550-horsepower, SIXPACK-powered, two-door Charger Scat Pack
• $56,995: 550-horsepower, SIXPACK-powered, four-door Charger Scat Pack
• $59,995: 670-horsepower, two-door Charger Daytona Scat Pack
• $61,995: 670-horsepower, four-door Charger Daytona Scat Pack

Dodge Durango 

• $40,995: 295-horsepower V-6 engine Durango GT (with AWD)
• $43,675: 360-horsepower Durango GT HEMI AWD
• $79,995: 710-horsepower Durango SRT Hellcat

Dodge
For 112 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Today, that legacy roars louder than ever in the next-generation lineup of Dodge, America's performance brand.

The next-gen Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup features:

• the 550-horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack, powered by the 3.0L Twin Turbo SIXPACK high-output (H.O.) engine — the most powerful Hurricane engine in production
• the SIXPACK-powered standard-output (S.O.) 420-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T with standard all-wheel drive and the highest entry-level horsepower of any muscle car 
• the world's quickest and most powerful muscle car in the all-electric 670-horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack

Every Charger comes standard with all-wheel drive and offers two-door coupe or four-door sedan configurations — because with performance comes choice.

The Dodge lineup is also fueled by the fastest American gas-powered SUV ever, the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, powered by the legendary supercharged HEMI V-8 engine, now available in all 50 states. The new Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak breaks free from convention with the three-row SUV, unlocking more than 13 million potential customization combinations. The 360-horsepower 5.7-liter Durango GT HEMI AWD remains the most affordable AWD V-8 in the industry.

The purchase of a SIXPACK-powered Charger Scat Pack, Charger Daytona Scat Pack or Durango SRT Hellcat model includes one day of performance driving instruction at Radford Racing School, the official Dodge//SRT high-performance driving school.

Dodge is part of the portfolio of brands offered by leading global automaker and mobility provider Stellantis. For more information regarding Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), please visit www.stellantis.com.

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FAQ

What AWD capability does the 2026 Dodge Charger (STLA) offer?

The 2026 Charger offers intelligent AWD with selectable drive modes and a 50/50 Wet/Snow split. According to the company, all Charger models include AWD and modes such as Auto, Sport and Wet/Snow, plus RWD/Line Lock in Sport for rear-drive performance.

How much horsepower does the 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack (STLA) produce?

The Charger Daytona Scat Pack delivers 670 horsepower from its electric drivetrain. According to the company, it pairs front and rear electric drive modules with modes including Track, Drag and a rear-drive Drift/Donut setting for performance handling.

What towing capacity does the 2026 Dodge Durango (STLA) offer with Tow N Go?

A Durango equipped with Tow N Go offers best-in-class towing of 8,700 pounds. According to the company, Tow N Go includes a two-speed electrically shifted transfer case with a 2.72 low-range ratio to assist heavy towing tasks.

Which 2026 Dodge Durango and Charger models include AWD as standard (STLA)?

AWD is standard on all HEMI V-8 Durango models and all 2026 Charger models. According to the company, Durango SRT Hellcat and GT HEMI AWD come standard with full-time AWD while Charger SIXPACK and Daytona Scat Pack include validated AWD systems.

What are the starting prices and key powertrains for 2026 Dodge AWD models (STLA)?

Starting prices range from $40,995 for Durango GT V-6 AWD to $79,995 for Durango SRT Hellcat. According to the company, Charger trims span a 420-hp SIXPACK R/T up to a 670-hp Daytona Scat Pack electric model, with listed MSRP tiers.