2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Review
The 2021 Charger SRT Hellcat boasts extraordinary performance with its supercharged Hemi engine. At the track, this powerful machine demonstrated impressive boost levels with over 12 pounds when the pedal was to the metal. With 797 horsepower available, the Charger feels agile and incredibly fast despite its larger dimensions.
Performance Features
The engine incorporates a Torque Reserve system, managing fuel flow and spark advance, which provides additional torque during hard acceleration from a standstill. Furthermore, the Race Cooldown feature actively cools the supercharger and intercooler even after the engine is off, aiding in optimal performance. This robust engine is coupled with an 8HP90 eight-speed automatic transmission for seamless power delivery.
Functional Design
The newly designed hood enhances both aesthetics and functionality, providing an impressive airflow of 1,134 cubic feet per minute to the engine. This feature underscores the importance of efficient air intake, especially for high-performance vehicles.
Cooling Systems
Enhanced cooling is achieved through the SRT Power Chiller, designed to lower intake air temperatures efficiently. The hood also features heat extractors that maintain optimal underhood temperatures while contributing to the car’s aerodynamic efficiency.
Braking and Stability
Equipped with top-tier Brembo brakes, the Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye demonstrates exceptional stopping power, enabling the car to halt from 70 mph in just 144 feet. This performance provides driver confidence, even during prolonged track sessions.
Driver-Focused Technology
The advanced electronic systems in the Charger enhance driving enjoyment. Features such as quick-shifting, rev matching, and customizable driving modes adapt to any driver’s preferences. Performance-driven functions like Launch Control and Line Lock are designed for optimum track experiences.
Aerodynamics and Efficiency
Designed for speed, the Charger incorporates aerodynamically optimized features that minimize drag and lift. Airflow management contributes to both high-speed stability and cooling efficiency.
Driving Experience
The Charger Redeye offers an exhilarating experience, maintaining remarkable balance on the track and remarkable drivability on the road. The car’s high power output allows for exciting driving dynamics without feeling cumbersome.
Exterior Color Options
- F8 Green
- Frostbite
- Go Mango
- Granite
- Hellraisin
- IndiGo Blue
- Octane Red
- Pitch Black
- Sinamon Stick
- Smoke Show
- TorRed
- Triple Nickel
- White Knuckle
Charger Model Lineup
- Charger SXT
- Charger SXT AWD
- Charger GT
- Charger GT AWD
- Charger R/T
- Charger Scat Pack (optional with Widebody)
- Charger SRT Hellcat (standard with Widebody)
- Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye (standard with Widebody)
Photos by Steven Rupp and Courtesy of FCA
