What home charger does the Dodge Charger Daytona need?
| Model years | Trims | Charger | Breaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2027 | all trims | 48 A | 60 A |
The electric Dodge Charger Daytona takes a 48 A home charger on a 60 A breaker. Every version from 2024 to 2027, R/T or Scat Pack, accepts 11.0 kW on AC.
Why 48 amps and not more
A muscle car invites the idea that more is better, but not here. The car caps AC charging at 11.0 kW, so a charger above 48 A does nothing. A 40 A unit is slower, adding 21 to 23 miles of range per hour on a 2027 instead of 25 to 28.
Charging time by model year
| Year | EPA range | Level 2, miles per hour | Level 2, empty to full | 120 V, miles per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 231 to 267 mi | 25 to 28 | 9.4 to 9.5 h | 3.2 to 3.7 |
| 2026 | 223 to 295 mi | 24 to 31 | 9.4 to 9.5 h | 3.1 to 4 |
| 2025 | 216 to 308 mi | 25 to 32 | 8.4 to 9.7 h | 3.3 to 4.2 |
| 2024 | 216 to 308 mi | 23 to 32 | 9.4 to 9.7 h | 3 to 4.2 |
Level 2 figures assume a charger that supplies the car's full rate. Where a year shows a range, it spans that year's trims.
The requirement never moved, but range did. Early cars span 216 to 308 miles depending on version, and the 2027 lineup runs 231 to 267. Most versions fill from empty in 9.4 to 9.7 hours, with the quickest 2025 at 8.4.
What it costs to charge at home
At the U.S. average residential rate of 18.19¢ per kWh, the 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona costs 7.1 to 8.1¢ a mile to charge at home. A full charge from empty comes to about $19, and 37 miles a day to about $80 to $92 a month. EPA measures energy use at the wall, so the energy lost while charging is already counted. Rates run from 12.36¢ in North Dakota to 46.28¢ in Hawaii, and the cost guide has every state.
What the install involves
The unit gets hardwired to a 60 A breaker, since no standard receptacle is rated for a 48 A load. Keep the run from the panel short where you can, because every extra foot of heavy copper adds to the bill. A charger mounted on the wall nearest the panel is usually the cheapest install.
- 48 A charger: 60 A breaker, hardwired, because no household receptacle is rated for a 48 A charger.
- Dryer outlet: a 4-prong NEMA 14-30 on a 30 A breaker can run a 24 A charger. That adds about 12 to 14 miles of range per hour to the 2027 Dodge Charger Daytona, or 120 to 140 in a 10-hour night. What to check first.
- Charge port, 2024: J1772. Every non-Tesla EV sold in North America through 2024 uses the J1772 connector for AC Level 2 charging.
- Charge port, 2025-2027: J1772. From 2025 the industry is moving to the NACS port, and makers switch at different times. Some of these cars have a J1772 port and some have NACS with an adapter, so look at the port on your own car before choosing a charger's plug.
Chargers that fit the Dodge Charger Daytona
Smallest adequate unit first. Every amp above what the car accepts is capacity it never uses.
Energy monitoring built in. Hardwire it for the full 48 A.
Compact unit, good for tight garages.
Adjustable from 16 A to 50 A in the app, which helps if your panel is tight.
Worth having as well
Common questions
- Does the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack need a bigger charger than the R/T?
- No. Both accept 11.0 kW, so a 48 A charger suits either.
- Can a Dodge Charger Daytona charge from a NEMA 14-50 outlet?
- With a 40 A charger on a 50 A breaker, yes. A 48 A charger must be hardwired.
- How long does a Dodge Charger Daytona take to charge from empty?
- Usually 9.4 to 9.7 hours on a 48 A charger, and as little as 8.4 hours for some 2025 versions.
- How much range does a 120 V outlet add to a Dodge Charger Daytona?
- About 3 to 4.2 miles per hour, which only makes sense as a backup.
Before you buy
Other models
Range and efficiency come from EPA data for the Dodge Charger Daytona, covering 14 EPA listings across 4 model years. Onboard charger ratings are from manufacturer specifications. Breakers follow NEC 625.41, which sizes a continuous load at 125%. Have a licensed electrician check your panel before buying.