Is Dodge ending the Hemi?

We discussed in a previous blog the news that FCA was ending Hellcat production in 2023 and going to replace the product line with a new series of all muscle car EVs. Now the latest news is shortly after that happens, FCA will cease gas burning Hemi V8 production totally in production cars and trucks.

Is Dodge going to stop making the Hemi?

Dodge performance cars and Hemi V8 engines are a powerful combination, but the Dodge CEO says that the Hemi will be retiring in the near future for electrified models instead. According to Autoblog, since there's a squeeze for emissions control, most automakers are going down the electrification path nowadays.

Is Ram dropping the Hemi?

It's rumored that Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM Trucks will drop the naturally aspirated HEMI V8 from their vehicles. In its place, the performance versions of certain Stellantis models could receive the new GME T6 twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine.

Is Dodge getting rid of V8?

Article content. Dodge will show off its new electric concept vehicle early in 2022, and discontinue its roaring Hellcat V8 engines, after 2023, the brand's chief executive recently confirmed to an automotive news outlet.

What engine will replace the 5.7 Hemi?

In this latest update, Allpar claims the 5.7L Hemi will be replaced by a high-tech turbocharged I-6 engine, featuring many of the same features as the GME I-4. Exact displacement is unknown, but will likely be between 3.0 and 3.6 liters, with output of more than 400 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque.

Chrysler Just Shut Down Production of the HEMI Engine Forever (No More V8 Engines)

Is Ram coming out with a new engine?

Is Ram coming out with a new engine? The 5.7-liter HEMI V8's days are numbered. In March 2022, Stellantis unveiled an all-new engine, a twin-turbocharged straight-six for its full-frame Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles.

How many miles will a Hemi 5.7 last?

5.7 Hemi engines are good for 250-300 000 miles and more if properly cared for and regular maintenance is carried out. Early models suffered from valve seat issues which were rectified after 2008. It's not uncommon to find high mileage 5.7 Hemi trucks running around today.

Is Ram discontinuing the 5.7 Hemi?

Big news out of Stellantis today as it officially releases details on the new Hurricane 3.0-liter twin-turbo I-6 engine, which will be the primary engine for its Ram trucks and commercial vehicles. This means, the 5.7-liter V-8 Hemi is very likely dead for the upcoming, refreshed 2023 Ram 1500.

Is Chrysler killing the Hemi?

Dodge, Jeep, Ram and parent company Stellantis have begun the painful process of shedding the brash, loud powertrains that have made the marque famous. It's been announced that the brand's sublime 6.2-litre Hemi V8 is set for the knackers yard in 2023, with Stellantis to axe it across its respective model lines.

Is Ford killing the V8?

The world is on a trend shift from large displacement brawny engines to smaller efficient turbo-petrol motors with lesser cylinders and electric driven future.

What engine is Dodge getting rid of?

Replacing the Hemi V8 will be the GME T6 or the Global Medium Engine Turbocharged 6, a name which just rolls off the tongue. It will be used for all Stellantis Global medium platform models, which include the Dodge Challenger and Charger.

Is Dodge discontinuing the Hellcat engine?

Dodge is ending production of its iconic, V-8-powered Hellcat Challenger and Charger muscle cars models by 2023 as the brand transitions to a mix of electrified EV, hybrid, and plug-in drivetrains in the face of government regulations forcing battery-powered vehicles.

Will Dodge make a new V8?

THE HEART OF THE BEAST. The 2022 Dodge Challenger isn't one to be messed with. Thanks to its Supercharged 6.2L High-Output HEMI^® V8 engine, the SRT^® Super Stock has the highest horsepower of any production car and is the most powerful muscle car( Disclosure3).

Is Dodge ending the Challenger?

Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis recently confirmed to Motor Authority that the Charger and Challenger — and their Hellcat engines — will cease production by 2024. Motor Trend, who also spoke to Kuniskis, offered further details on the three new Dodge vehicles that will replace them.

Will the 2023 Ram have a Hemi?

2023 Ram 1500 powertrains

The 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar engine is likely dead, the EcoDiesel and Hemi V-8 engines will live on while the 8-speed automatic transmission won't see any changes. There will also be a new 3.0-liter inline-6 engine dubbed the Hurricane making its Ram debut.

Is Dodge Ram better than Ford?

Ram 1500 vs Ford F-150 Conclusion

RAM 1500 is a better deal. It has a better V6 and a great V8 with the interesting eTorque mild hybrid system available. Both trucks offer however much you'd like of performance, capability and luxury, but the Ram is a more modern truck both aesthetically and mechanically.

What year did the 5.7 HEMI have issues?

2005 Dodge Magnum: Engine Stalls After Refueling

Multiple 2005 Dodge Magnum owners have reported that the car's 5.7L Hemi engine frequently stalls after refueling. One NHTSA report from February of 2020 maintains that this issue occurs every time the car receives a full tank of gas.

Does the 5.7 HEMI require premium gas?

5.7L Engine (With Automatic Transmission)

This engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded gasoline having a posted octane number range of 87 to 89 as specified by the (R+M)/2 method.

Why is Ram still making the classic?

Ram unveiled a new fifth-generation of the Ram 1500 in 2019, but decided to build a brand-new version of the older fourth-generation truck as a way to let consumers purchase a new but more affordable pickup. The 2019 Ram Classic was a strong seller and that is why Ram continued it for 2020 and 2021.

Is Ram coming out with a midsize truck?

Ram won't have a midsize pickup in America until 2023 at the earliest and possibly as late as 2024. Despite the lengthy wait, Ram taking its time is probably not the worst idea.

How much horsepower does Ram 1500 5.7 HEMI have?

The available 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 with eTorque will check all the boxes with 395 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque. The mild-hybrid system will help upgrade performance with fuel-economy ratings that stand at 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway and a maximum towing capacity of 12,750 pounds.

Is the V8 engine dying?

The V8 engine is likely on its way out of existence, as many countries move to implement regulations that could make new gas-powered vehicles illegal as early as 2030. In the meantime, fuel economy regulations are getting continuously stricter, which also takes a toll on the notoriously not-so-efficient V8.

Is the government banning V8s?

It's no shock to be told, in 2021, that in the near-future gasoline engines will start to disappear from the landscape. Nor is it much of a surprise to hear that V8s will be the first to go. But when you hear it from the CEO of an automaker that still relies heavily on those big guns, you sit up and pay heed.

What is replacing the Hellcat?

That's why the Detroit-based automaker has found a way around the forthcoming ban on gasoline-burning vehicles, as it has today announced plans for an 800-horsepower hydrogen-combustion muscle car that will replace the Hellcat in the automaker's lineup, to be called the SRT Hydra.

What is replacing the Dodge Hellcat?

Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis told Motor Authority that production of the supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 will end and be replaced by its upcoming eMuscle EVs.