The 2024 Dodge Durango makes an unexpected entrance just when it appeared that the heyday of the Hellcat V8 was coming to an end. This powerful SUV was first debuted in 2021 as a special edition trim level. It then made a comeback in 2023, and it is now a permanent trim level for yet another model year.
On September 1, Dodge issued a statement declaring the continuance of the Durango SRT Hellcat through 2024, thereby confirming this information. Interestingly, the 2023 model, which was practically the same as the first 2021 version, has not changed. This implies that the 6.2-litre Hellcat V8 engine in the 2024 Durango SRT Hellcat still generates a remarkable 710hp.
It’s important to note that other Dodge vehicles, like the Charger, Challenger, and Ram TRX, are gradually getting rid of this engine. The Ram TRX’s Hellcat-powered days are expected to end after a final manufacturing run of 4,000 cars, while the Hellcat era in Chargers and Challengers is expected to expire by the end of this year.
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