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If you say you want to drive the Dodge Hellcat, you are actually talking about two different models. Both the Charger and Challenger offer a trim known as the SRT Hellcat. Since these Dodge muscle cars are slightly different, that gives drivers two options for their Hellcat. The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat starts at $64,195, and the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat starts at $67,645. The high price tag comes from the incredible performance of these vehicles, which share the same powertrain and many features.

The Incredible Power

The Dodge Hellcat models are designed to offer the best possible performance. They run on a 6.2-liter HEMI SRT Hellcat V8 engine, which is supercharged. This engine generates a whopping 707 horsepower that lets the Challenger SRT Hellcat claim the title of most powerful muscle car to ever exist. It also puts you in control of 650 pound-feet of torque so the power gets delivered to the wheels without hesitation.

Top Speed and Acceleration

With so much power under the hood, it is no surprise that the Dodge Hellcat has some of the best acceleration and top speed available. The Challenger SRT Hellcat can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds when configured with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This number increases slightly to 3.9 seconds with the 6-speed manual, which many drivers feel is more fun. You can take this Dodge Hellcat up to speeds of 199 mph. Just be sure to save your testing for a safe area, like a racetrack. The Charger SRT Hellcat has similar numbers, reaching 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. This is considered the most powerful of all production sedans around the world.

Other Hellcat Features

Compared to the Challenger SRT 392, the SRT Hellcat version adds a speedometer that goes up to 200 mph because of its higher maximum speed and a high-flow front fascia to boost its performance. It also adds high beam control and automatic wipers for convenience, plus a different steering system to take advantage of the power. The Charger SRT Hellcat also upgrades the speedometer but throws in a stylish Hellcat key fob in black and red, as well. Other additions to the Charger Hellcat include blind spot monitoring, aluminum interior trim, and heat extraction vents on the hood. This model also has performance-tuned steering to give you the perfect vehicle response and to enhance maneuverability.

Features from the Less-Powerful Versions

Since the SRT Hellcat trims are considered the top models for both the Dodge Charger and Challenger, they also have plenty of other great features to keep you comfortable and safe or just provide technology. They have standard leather seats with power adjustment plus heating and ventilation for the front. You also can configure your SRT Hellcat with the available Nappa leather Alcantara High Performance seats. Stop by and visit our Dayton Area Dodge Dealership to get complete details about all Dodge models.

The Dodge Hellcat models also come with the best version of Uconnect, with its 8.4-inch touchscreen, navigation, HD radio, satellite radio, Bluetooth, voice controls, Harman Kardon sound system (in the Challenger), and Uconnect Access. The technology even extends to safety-related features, like the ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera and the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System.