The 2025 Dodge Challenger is not yet available as a fully electric vehicle

Dodge has not released a battery-electric version of the Challenger for the 2025 model year. The 2025 Challenger lineup continues to use gasoline engines—a 3.6-liter V6, a 5.7-liter V8, and a 6.2-liter supercharged V8—with a traditional automatic transmission. If you are looking for an electric muscle car or performance vehicle from Dodge, the company has not yet brought one to market under the Challenger nameplate.

Dodge's parent company, Stellantis, has announced plans to electrify its performance brands, but those vehicles remain in development. The timeline and specifications for an electric Challenger have not been confirmed. This matters because the automotive industry changes quickly, and what is planned for 2026 or 2027 may differ from what eventually reaches dealers.

Key Takeaways

  • The 2025 Dodge Challenger is available only with gasoline engines, not as a battery-electric vehicle.
  • Dodge has signaled plans to develop electric performance vehicles but has not released a confirmed timeline or specifications for an electric Challenger.
  • If you want an electric vehicle now, you will need to look at other manufacturers' current offerings rather than wait for a future Challenger EV.
  • The 2025 gasoline Challenger still uses traditional maintenance—oil changes, spark plugs, transmission fluid—which differs significantly from electric vehicle upkeep.

What Dodge has said about electric performance vehicles

Stellantis, which owns Dodge, Ram, and Jeep, has committed to electrifying its lineup over the next several years. In public statements, Dodge leadership has indicated that electric versions of iconic models are part of that strategy. However, "part of the strategy" does not mean a vehicle is ready for production or that it will arrive soon.

The company has not announced a specific model year, price, or battery size for an electric Challenger. Without those details, you cannot make a purchase decision based on a future vehicle. If you need a vehicle now, the 2025 gasoline Challenger is what is available. If you are willing to wait and want an electric performance car, you should monitor Dodge's official announcements and check back periodically rather than assume a timeline.

How the 2025 gasoline Challenger differs from an electric vehicle

The 2025 Challenger's gasoline engines require regular oil changes—typically every 5,000 to 10,000 miles depending on the engine and oil type. You will also need to replace spark plugs, maintain transmission fluid, and monitor coolant levels. These are routine tasks that electric vehicles do not need because they have no oil, spark plugs, or traditional transmissions.

Fuel economy on the 2025 Challenger ranges from roughly 16 to 23 miles per gallon depending on which engine you choose and how you drive. An electric vehicle would offer significantly lower per-mile energy costs and zero tailpipe emissions. The trade-off is that you would need access to charging infrastructure and would plan trips around charging time rather than refueling at a gas station.

Maintenance costs for the gasoline Challenger are higher over time because of engine oil, filters, spark plugs, and transmission servicing. Electric vehicles have fewer moving parts and typically cost less to maintain, though battery health monitoring and eventual battery replacement are considerations that do not explore to gasoline cars.

Other electric performance vehicles available now

If you want an electric vehicle with performance characteristics today, several manufacturers offer options. The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a hybrid that pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors. The Porsche Taycan is a fully electric sports sedan. The Tesla Model S Plaid and Model 3 Performance are electric vehicles with significant acceleration. The BMW i4 M50 and Mercedes-AMG EQE are electric performance sedans available at dealers now.

Each of these vehicles has different price points, driving range, charging speeds, and performance profiles. None of them are Challengers, but they do exist and can be purchased or leased today if electric performance is what you are looking for. Visiting a dealer and test-driving an electric vehicle will give you a real sense of how regenerative braking feels, how acceleration differs from a gasoline engine, and what charging logistics look like in your area.

What to watch for if an electric Challenger does arrive

When Dodge does announce an electric Challenger—if it does—the details that will matter are battery capacity (measured in kilowatt-hours, or kWh), driving range on a full charge, charging speed (how long it takes to go from empty to full), acceleration, and price. A larger battery means longer range but also higher cost and more weight. Faster charging is convenient but depends on charger availability where you live and work.

You should also consider whether the vehicle will use a standard charging connector. In North America, the Tesla connector (now called the North American Charging Standard) is becoming the default, but older standards still exist. Knowing which connector type a vehicle uses matters because it determines which public chargers you can access.

When specifications are released, compare them to vehicles that are available now. An electric Challenger announced for 2027 will compete with electric performance vehicles that have been on the road for two or three more years by that point. Technology, range, and pricing all improve over time, so a future vehicle may offer better value than what is available today—or it may not.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dodge making an electric Challenger in 2025?

No. The 2025 Challenger is gasoline-only. Dodge has not confirmed that an electric Challenger will be built or when it might arrive. Check Dodge's official website or contact a dealer for the most current information about future models.

Will the electric Challenger be cheaper than the gasoline version?

That is unknown because Dodge has not released pricing or specifications. Historically, electric vehicles cost more upfront than comparable gasoline vehicles, though fuel and maintenance savings can offset that over time. Wait for official pricing before making a comparison.

Can I order a 2025 electric Challenger now?

No. You can order a 2025 gasoline Challenger from a Dodge dealer. If you want an electric vehicle, you will need to look at other manufacturers' current models or wait for Dodge to announce an electric Challenger and make it available for order.

What is the difference between a hybrid and a fully electric Challenger?

A hybrid uses both a gasoline engine and electric motors, switching between them or combining them for power. A fully electric vehicle uses only a battery and electric motors. Hybrids still require oil changes and gas fill-ups. Fully electric vehicles need only charging and have no emissions at the tailpipe.

Should I wait for an electric Challenger or buy a 2025 gasoline one now?

That depends on your timeline and priorities. If you need a vehicle now, the gasoline Challenger is available. If you can wait years and want an electric vehicle, monitor Dodge's announcements. If you want electric performance now, test-drive the electric vehicles that are currently available from other manufacturers.