2026 Dodge Charger: Manahawkin Pricing & Leasing Guide

2026 Charger MSRP by trim

Here's the full lineup, 2-door base pricing, before destination and tax. Every figure below excludes the $1,995 destination charge; add $2,000 to any trim for the 4-door body style.

• R/T — $49,995 (420 hp, Standard-Output six, regular fuel)
• R/T Plus — $54,990 (same 420 hp, plus comfort package)
• Scat Pack — $54,995 (550 hp, High-Output six, premium fuel required)
• Scat Pack Plus — $59,990 (same 550 hp, plus comfort package)
• Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack — $59,995 (630-670 hp electric, up to 267 mi range)
• Charger Daytona EV Scat Pack Plus — from about $64,990 (estimated; same powertrain, plus comfort package — confirm exact pricing with the dealer)

Notice that R/T Plus and Scat Pack sit almost on top of each other in price, about $5 apart on paper. That's a coincidence worth knowing about before you shop: for essentially the same money, you're choosing between more comfort features on the smaller engine or more raw performance on the bigger one. Neither is a "better deal" — it depends entirely on which one you'll actually use.

What "excludes destination" actually means at the register

Every price above is the factory MSRP before the $1,995 destination charge Dodge applies to every new vehicle regardless of trim. On top of that, New Jersey applies its 6.625% sales tax to the full purchase price, and title and registration fees apply as usual. A Charger R/T priced at $49,995 MSRP realistically lands closer to $55,000-56,000 out the door once destination, tax, title, and registration are added — worth budgeting for up front rather than being surprised by the final number at signing.

Leasing a 2026 Charger

Lease terms on a car this new move around a lot as Dodge and its captive lender adjust incentives, so any specific monthly-payment number quoted online is likely to be stale by the time you read it. What's worth knowing in general: leasing tends to make the most sense if you like changing vehicles every few years, want to try the Charger Daytona EV without committing to long-term battery ownership, or want to keep monthly payments lower than a loan on the same trim would require. It tends to make less sense if you drive a lot of miles (mileage caps and overage fees add up fast) or plan to keep the car past the lease term. Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram's finance team can run real numbers against current manufacturer lease programs, which is the only way to get an accurate monthly figure rather than a rough web estimate.

Why Chargers cost more than they used to

If you're comparing 2026 pricing against an older Charger you remember from a few years back, the jump can be jarring. Some of that is broad industry inflation in vehicle pricing generally, but a lot of it is genuinely new hardware: standard AWD across every trim (previously optional or unavailable), a twin-turbo engine architecture that replaced a simpler naturally aspirated or supercharged V8 setup, a completely redesigned liftback body, and a new digital cockpit with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and 10.25-inch driver display standard from the base trim up. It's not the same car wearing a bigger price tag — it's a different car, and the price reflects that.

Getting the most for your trade-in

If you're trading in toward a 2026 Charger, Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram's KBB Instant Cash Offer tool gives a starting valuation before you ever set foot on the lot, which is worth doing regardless of what you're driving now — a Charger, a competitor's car, or an SUV you're stepping down from. Recent buyers have specifically called out how quickly the dealership can turn around a deal once a trade value and a target trim are settled; one buyer described having the entire transaction, offer to paperwork, "done in minutes rather than hours."

Frequently asked questions

Why are Dodge Chargers so expensive now?

Mainly because the 2026 Charger is a substantially different car than previous generations — standard AWD, a new turbocharged engine architecture, a redesigned liftback body, and a standard digital cockpit all add real cost versus the simpler platform the previous Charger was built on. It's not the same vehicle at a higher price; it's a more heavily equipped one.

How much does it cost to lease a 2026 Dodge Charger?

Lease payments depend on trim, term length, mileage allowance, money factor, and current manufacturer incentives, all of which change monthly. There isn't a single accurate number to quote without those specifics — get a current quote directly from Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram's finance team for real figures on the trim you want.

Is leasing a Dodge Charger a good idea?

It depends on your driving habits and how long you plan to keep the car. Leasing works well for buyers who want lower monthly payments, like changing vehicles every few years, or want to try the Daytona EV without a long-term battery commitment. It works less well for high-mileage drivers or anyone planning to keep the car well past the lease term.

Does the 4-door Charger cost more than the 2-door?

Yes, a flat $2,000 more on every trim, gas or electric. All the MSRP figures published for the Charger (including the ones on this page) are the 2-door base price unless stated otherwise.

The bottom line

2026 Charger pricing spans a wide range, from a $49,995 R/T to a Daytona EV Scat Pack Plus north of $64,000 before destination and tax, and the trim you actually need depends more on how you'll drive it than which number looks most impressive. Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram's sales team on Route 72 can run current specials, trade-in value, and finance or lease numbers against the exact configuration you're considering.