The 2027 Charger Super Bee: What’s New Under the Hood and Body

Dodge has revealed the 2027 Charger Super Bee Launch Edition, a range-topping gas-powered model that pushes the Charger's twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six to 600 horsepower. The extra output comes courtesy of larger 56mm Garrett turbochargers and a recalibrated engine tune, making this the most powerful internal-combustion Charger yet and the one Dodge claims is its most capable on a racetrack.

Visually, the Super Bee distinguishes itself with a reworked front end featuring new headlights and enlarged cooling openings. A two-door version wears the vivid Sucker Punch primary color with a gloss-black rear section and turbo-inspired bee graphics, while the four-door body is finished in Diamond Black with inverted accent colors. Inside, unique cloth bucket seats get aggressive bolsters, bee logos, and striped inserts, while a squared-off steering wheel includes prominent paddle shifters and a dedicated button to engage a rear-wheel-drive mode for pure oversteer fun.

Rolling stock consists of 20-inch wheels wrapped in sticky Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 summer tires, and braking is handled by six-piston Brembo front calipers in Hyper Lime gripping 16-inch rotors. Dodge has not yet disclosed pricing or an on-sale date for the Super Bee, though that information is expected later in 2026.

Why the Super Bee Matters for Dodge’s Gas-Powered Legacy

Dodge Doubles Down on Its Gas Engine—For Now

Even as the brand pushes its electric Charger Daytona, the Super Bee signals that Dodge isn't ready to abandon internal combustion entirely. The car sits atop the gas-powered Charger Sixpack lineup, serving as a halo for the Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six and a direct shot at traditionalists who may be skeptical of the company's EV pivot. By reviving the Bee badge, Dodge is also tapping into nostalgia while anchoring it with modern forced-induction performance rather than a V8.

Advertisement

A Track-Ready Muscle Car in a Changing Market

The hardware changes—larger turbos, summer-only tires, beefier brakes and a dedicated RWD mode—are not cosmetic. They position the Super Bee as a real competitor to track-oriented versions of the Ford Mustang and a statement that an electrified future doesn't mean the end of fun with a combustion engine. It also buys Dodge time: the Launch Edition arrives while the Charger Daytona EV is still in its early rollout, giving performance buyers a familiar alternative that fits the brand's rowdy image.

Limited Supply, Premium Pricing Likely

As a Launch Edition with unique paint, interior trim and performance upgrades, the Super Bee will almost certainly command a significant premium over standard Charger Sixpack models. Dodge's choice to fit high-performance summer tires and a RWD-only mode indicates it's meant for fair-weather driving and track days, not year-round daily use in all climates. That positioning, combined with limited production, suggests the Super Bee will be a collector-oriented special rather than a volume seller.

What Muscle Car Buyers Should Know Before Ordering

  • If you're seriously interested, be prepared to move quickly once ordering opens—Launch Edition models typically sell out fast, and Dodge has not indicated production numbers.
  • Factor in the car's summer-tire limitation: if you live in a cold or wet climate, you'll likely need a second set of wheels and tires for year-round use, adding to the overall cost.
  • Watch for official pricing and on-sale announcements later in 2026. Since no price has been revealed, comparing it against the electric Charger Daytona and similarly powerful V8 Mustangs will be key to judging its value proposition.
  • The dedicated RWD mode and Brembo brakes make this a legitimate track-day machine, but that also means higher consumable costs (tires, brake pads) under hard use.