Unleash the Hellcat Engine: A Frightful Feast of Power

October 20th, 2024 by

2023 Hellcat Engine

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When the Hellcat engine premiered in the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT coupe, enthusiasts understood the supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 was a unique piece of machinery. The automaker lauded the 2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat as “the most powerful muscle car ever.” 

It was a signal to rivals, from the Camaro to the Mustang, that a new top dog with a devilishly feline-inspired name arrived to take the crown. With a maximum output of 707 horsepower, the 2015 SRT Challenger Hellcat’s capabilities were mesmerizing. The vehicle accelerated from zero to 60 miles per hour (mph) in 3.6 seconds, and Dodge determined the Hellcat’s top speed was 199 mph. 

The gear is remarkable, but some of the brand’s performance specifications for this powertrain lean toward eerie. The Hellcat mill has never been partial to fuel economy. Indeed, Dodge declared the 2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat powers through 1.5 gallons of gasoline per minute when running at full throttle.

What is Special About a Hellcat Engine?

When Dodge produced the 707-horsepower supercharged Hellcat V-8 and housed it in the 2015 Challenger and Charger models, it designed the most robust factory-manufactured muscle cars the enthusiast community had ever seen. However, those weren’t SEMA limited-edition vehicles or exclusive concepts. They represented the start of a family of Hellcat models with characteristics and equipment created to optimize that overwhelming power. Those features include:

  • Launch Control to enhance drag strip performance by preventing excessive wheel spin

  • Torque Reserve to prepare the supercharger for maximum power output

  • Line Lock to ensure optimal tire contact

 

Now, the Hellcat family extends to three brands and 10 automobiles in multiple body styles.

 

Dodge Hellcat Engine Specs

All-Inclusive Hellcat Mills

The five-seat Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is capable of reaching speeds exceeding 200 mph. Nonetheless, there are other choices:

2023 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

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Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

It took time, but Dodge added the Hellcat powertrain to the Durango SUV lineup in 2021. Equipped with all-wheel drive, 710 horsepower, and 645 pound-feet of torque, the Hellcat-powered Durango can swiftly transport three rows of passengers and tow 8,700 pounds.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk

While Jeep offers numerous SUVs for off-road adventures, the Trackhawk is designed to excel on the streets. Like the Durango Hellcat, it boasts a powerful Hellcat engine, distributing 707 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque to all four wheels. To ensure optimal stopping power, the Trackhawk features large Brembo brakes with slotted rotors.

Ram 1500 TRX

Ram’s TRX is a direct competitor to the Ford Raptor, providing a more assertive design and advanced attributes. It’s wider than the standard 1500, outfitted with off-road tires, and features an adaptive suspension capable of handling jumps. Its 702-horsepower Hellcat drivetrain makes it simple to conquer challenging terrain.

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Dodge concluded its Hellcat performance era with the 2023 SRT Demon 170. It’s capable of producing 1,025 horsepower when fueled with E85, making it the fastest and most commanding supercar ever created. That said, fiendish Hellcat engines roam our used vehicle inventory, along with pre-owned vehicle specials.

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