Dodge has revived one of its most recognizable muscle-car badges for 2027, but the new Dodge Charger Super Bee is more than a nostalgia exercise. Revealed in August 2026, the Super Bee Launch Edition becomes the most powerful gasoline-powered Charger Sixpack yet, producing 600 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque from a revised twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six.
That matters because Dodge is still redefining what an American muscle car looks like after moving away from the familiar Hemi V8 formula. The regular Charger Scat Pack Sixpack already produces 550 hp, while the electric Charger Daytona Scat Pack delivers 670 hp. Instead of simply chasing the EV’s headline output, Dodge has given the Super Bee larger turbochargers, substantially more cooling capacity, wider performance tires, stronger brakes and chassis upgrades designed to keep the car performing consistently when driven hard.
For buyers wondering whether a six-cylinder Charger can still deliver genuine muscle-car character, the Super Bee could be the most convincing answer yet.
What You Need to Know About the 2027 Charger Super Bee
The Super Bee uses larger 56-mm Garrett turbochargers, replacing the 54-mm units fitted to the 550-hp Charger Scat Pack. Its 600 hp is sent through an eight-speed automatic transmission and a standard all-wheel-drive system that can also provide a rear-wheel-drive configuration for performance driving.
- Engine: 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six
- Power: 600 hp
- Torque: 531 lb-ft
- 0–60 mph: 3.6 seconds
- Quarter-mile: 11.8 seconds
- Wheels: 20 x 11-inch forged aluminum
- Tires: 305/35ZR20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
- Brakes: 16-inch Brembo rotors with six-piston front calipers
Dodge also plans to offer the Super Bee Launch Edition in both two-door and four-door configurations, broadening its appeal beyond the traditional muscle coupe audience.
Why the Super Bee’s Upgrades Matter
The most important engineering change may not be the additional 50 horsepower. It is the work Dodge has done to manage heat.
The automaker says high-temperature radiator capacity has increased by more than 50%, while the capacity of the low-temperature cooling circuit has more than doubled. The redesigned front fascia also improves airflow by roughly 30%.
Those changes matter because turbocharged engines can lose performance when temperatures rise during repeated acceleration or track driving. More cooling should allow the Super Bee to maintain its output more consistently instead of delivering impressive numbers for only a short burst.
The aerodynamic package also produces more than 100 pounds of downforce at 150 mph, adding another indication that this Charger is intended to be more than a straight-line special.
What It Means for Drivers
Standard all-wheel drive may be one of the Super Bee’s biggest advantages for real-world drivers. Putting 600 hp to the ground is easier when four tires can contribute traction, particularly in wet or cold conditions.
At the same time, Dodge retains a rear-wheel-drive mode for drivers who want a more traditional muscle-car experience.
There are compromises. The Super Bee is expected to be automatic-only, which could disappoint enthusiasts who value the involvement of a manual transmission. Pricing has also not been announced.
The standard 550-hp Charger Scat Pack starts at $54,995 in the United States, so the Super Bee’s larger turbos, upgraded cooling, suspension hardware, tires and brakes should push its price noticeably higher.
2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee vs Its Rivals
| Model | Power | Drivetrain | 0–60 mph |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Dodge Charger Super Bee | 600 hp | AWD / selectable RWD | 3.6 sec |
| Dodge Charger Scat Pack Sixpack | 550 hp | AWD / selectable RWD | 3.9 sec |
| Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack | 670 hp | AWD / Electric | 3.3 sec |
| Ford Mustang Dark Horse | 500 hp | RWD | Varies by test |
The Ford Mustang Dark Horse remains the obvious alternative for traditionalists. Its naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 develops 500 hp and can be paired with a manual transmission.
Dodge takes a very different approach. The Charger offers more power, turbocharged torque, available four-door practicality and all-wheel-drive traction. The Mustang counters with lower weight, a V8 soundtrack and a more conventional sports-car layout.
The electric Charger Daytona creates an equally interesting comparison. With 670 hp, it remains quicker from 0 to 60 mph than the Super Bee. That suggests Dodge is no longer positioning its gasoline and electric Chargers as direct substitutes based solely on performance figures. They increasingly serve different types of enthusiasts.
What We Can Expect Next
Dodge is expected to announce final 2027 Charger Super Bee pricing, ordering details and availability later in 2026.
Price will be critical. If the premium over the 550-hp Scat Pack remains reasonable, the Super Bee could become the sweet spot for buyers who want the fastest and most capable gasoline Charger without moving to an EV.
More broadly, the car shows how Dodge intends to keep combustion-powered muscle relevant. The formula now relies less on engine displacement and more on turbocharging, sophisticated cooling, all-wheel drive and chassis technology.
The Super Bee name may come from Dodge’s past, but the engineering behind the 2027 model reveals where its gasoline performance cars are heading next.
