Dodge has done it again: the Durango SRT Hellcat is an ABSOLUTE MONSTER. It is skillful, offers a phenomenal handling experience, and is, as always, breaking the Dodge speed standard again and again. The luxe interior leaves one blushing and craving a long-distance road trip. Outside, the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is equipped with quality upgrades and built with speed and power in mind. While it has been upgraded in all aspects, it still does what it is meant to do - ferry a family of seven comfortably!

1 The Durango SRT Hellcat Is Powered By A Supercharged V-8!

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Open hood shot of Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat engine 

Dodge finally listened to its fans and equipped the 2021 SRT Hellcat with a Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI SRT Hellcat V-8 engine. The standard-equipped engine boasts 710 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque under her hood. Launch control and launch assist allow the driver to minimize wheel hop and control the torque level within each drive. After a one-year run, the Durango SRT Hellcat is back for the 2023 model year!

2 The Durango SRT Hellcat Is The Ultimate Speed Machine

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Front three-quarters shot of a blue Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat with black stripes

Once again, Dodge has broken their own speed records. The 2021 SRT Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat goes 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. Talk about leaving your opponents in the dust! With an NHRA-certified quarter-mile drag time of fewer than 12 seconds, it's no wonder her power is drooled over regularly. The top speed of this speed demon is approximately 180 miles per hour. It's no surprise that the SRT Hellcat is worshiped on the drag strip and thoroughly enjoyed on any adventure.

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3 The Durango SRT Hellcat Offers A Quality Joyride

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Front three-quarters action shot of a Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat sprinting on a highway

The Durango SRT Hellcat has a phenomenal performance-built all-wheel drive system. One of the fantastic features of this vehicle is that the driver can change the amount of rear torque. There are three options: Auto Drive (rear torque is split 60-percent), Sport Mode (65-percent), and Track Mode (70-percent). There are 15.75-inch two-piece rotors on the Brembo six-piston front brakes for maximum stopping control. As well as 13.78-inch rotors custom to the Durango SRT Hellcat to provide that quality handling applies to the brake system. Lastly, the Pirelli Scorpion Zero 295/45ZR20 tires provide quality traction and style for street aesthetic and track dominance.

4 The Durango SRT Hellcat Is Great For Beginner And Expert Drivers Alike

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Side profile shot of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

Because of all the details built into the frame of the STR Hellcat, it is perfect for the expert wanting a long hauler or a beginner wanting a quality muscle car but afraid to drive something with so much power. It can handle itself in whatever weather making it a sturdy and reliable vehicle for anyone, sun, rain, sleet, or snow. This SUV can keep up and handle more compact racers even through races and chases. Even with how large she is, she can keep up with the best of them.

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5 The SRT Hellcat Looks Different From The Rest Of The Durango Lineup

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Shot on the top of the roof right side on the road 

As airflow is essential to power and performance, and the SRT Hellcat engine hood is built to allow maximum airflow to the engine, even at top speeds. The front fascia is equipped with a lower cold air intake that takes the place of fog lamps, another way to access more airflow for this incredible engine. There is yet another airflow vent on the grille and front lower chin splitter. The complete design is incredibly intimidating, deserving of the name Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat. Another upgrade finally available on the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is the 20-inch wheel set on the SRT Black Package.

6 Slide Into The Durango SRT Hellcat's Luxurious Interiors

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A shot of the red seats of Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

The driver's throne was imagined with the SRT 392 in mind. However, it included a twist: larger seat padding engineered with performance in mind to help keep the driver in place during daring drives. The console boasts the UConnect 5 system on a 10.1-inch touchscreen. The stereo system in this car is intense, with 19-speaker Harman-Kardon speakers, a subwoofer, and an 825-watt amp. If the screeching of your tires peeling out of the driveway in the morning doesn't wake up the family, the stereo system will. And to top it all off, the seats are beautiful red leather with embroidered Durango SRT Hellcats to express the authenticity of the muscle car in style.

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7 The Durango SRT Hellcat Offers Enough Space For Any Adventure

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Interior shot of 2022 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

With a seating capacity of seven, the SRT Hellcat is the perfect speed demon to comfortably house your family on any road trip. Need more family members wanting to go cross-country? Turn the back into a bedroom, and you've got your own VIP hotel room booked for the duration of your ride. The back of this vehicle boasts 85 cubic feet of space for whatever your adventure demands.

8 The Durango SRT Hellcat's Towing Capacity Is Impressive

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Side profile shot of a Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat towing

Muscle is no joke for the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat. It can tow 8,700 pounds. This is one of the few SUVs that can comfortably tow more than the Toyota Tacoma TRD (6,800 pounds)! The sheer weight this midsize SUV can tow leaves all others on the market biting its dust. This vehicle is perfect for extended family trips down to the lake: the interior's comfort, the engine's power, and no chance of meeting terrain able to defeat this hellion. More than enough ability to take all your toys to the lake. No need to choose between the side-by-side or the motorcycle: the SRT can carry both!

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9 The Durango SRT Hellcat Doesn't Come Cheap

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Action shot of a Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat driving on the highway

The 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat costs quite a lot, starting at $92,780. Go for the customization options and you'll end up spending north of $100,000. It is a gas guzzler, so the age-old cliché remains true: with power comes responsibility. This is one of the world's most powerful engines and muscle cars, and its mean grille and vicious engine's howl won't let us forget it. ​​​​​​​

10 The 2023 Hellcat Durango Is Up For The Taking

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A front action shot of a gray 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat driving on the track

Dodge has just announced that the emissions issue that delayed the Hellcat Durango for 2022 has been fixed! Now, the muscle SUV will be brought back in 2023. Dodge has included fully customizable Plus and Premium packages that make the 2023 Hellcat Durango everybody's individual dream. Orders opened in September 2022.