Charger Scat Pack: Home EV Charging Setup for Dodge's Electric Muscle Era

The Charger Scat Pack Goes Electric — Here's How to Charge It

The Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack marks a seismic shift: Stellantis's first 800-volt, dual-motor electric muscle car wearing the legendary Scat Pack badge. With a targeted EPA range near 317 miles, up to 670 horsepower, and a 100.5 kWh (usable) battery pack, the electric Scat Pack delivers performance that would have been unthinkable a decade ago. But all that energy needs to get into the battery somehow — and the gap between "plugs in" and "charges optimally" is where real-world ownership is won or lost.

This guide breaks down exactly how to charge the electric Charger Scat Pack at home and on the road, including the electrical upgrades your house might need, the connectors involved as the industry shifts to NACS, what you'll actually pay per mile, and which Level 2 wall connectors earn our recommendation for 2026.

Charging Levels Explained: How Fast Each One Adds Range

Before picking equipment, you need to understand the three charging tiers and what they actually deliver in miles per hour. Note the critical distinction: kW (kilowatts) measures power — the rate energy flows into your battery. kWh (kilowatt-hours) measures energy — the total capacity of your battery, like gallons in a fuel tank. A 100.5 kWh battery charged at 11.5 kW takes roughly 8.7 hours from empty to full; at 150 kW, the math changes dramatically (though charge-curve taper prevents a simple linear calculation above 80% SoC).

For the Charger Scat Pack's ~100.5 kWh battery, Level 1 is essentially useless for full recharges (it would take over 70 hours). Level 2 at 48A / 11.5 kW replenishes the pack from 10% to 100% in roughly 8–9 hours — ideal for overnight charging. DC fast charging from 10–80% takes approximately 27–32 minutes at a 150+ kW station, though the charge curve tapers significantly above 80% State of Charge (SoC) to protect battery longevity.

Home Charger Installation: Electrical Requirements and Costs

The single biggest variable in home EV charging isn't the charger itself — it's what your electrical panel can support. The Charger Scat Pack's onboard charger accepts up to 11.5 kW on Level 2, which requires a 240V circuit rated for at least 60 amps (to safely deliver 48A continuous, per National Electrical Code's 80% rule for continuous loads).

What Your Electrical Panel Needs

A 60A dedicated circuit requires two adjacent breaker slots in your panel and sufficient spare capacity. Most modern 200A panels can accommodate this if they aren't already near capacity. Homes with 100A service — common in pre-1980 construction — will almost certainly need a panel upgrade to 200A, which is the most expensive line item in any EV charging installation.

Key electrical requirements for a Scat Pack home charger:

• Circuit: Dedicated 60A double-pole breaker, 240V
• Wire: 6 AWG copper (or 4 AWG aluminum) THHN in conduit, or 6/2 NM-B for shorter indoor runs
• Outlet option: NEMA 14-50 receptacle (if using a plug-in charger) — requires GFCI breaker per NEC 2020+ in garages
• Hardwired option: Direct wire connection (no outlet) — preferred for 48A+ chargers; eliminates GFCI nuisance-trip risk
• Permit: Required in most jurisdictions; expect $50–$200 for an electrical permit

Always get a licensed electrician to perform a load calculation before committing to a 60A circuit. If your panel is tight, a 40A circuit (delivering 32A continuous / 7.7 kW) is a viable fallback that still adds ~25 miles of range per hour — enough to replenish 200+ miles overnight.

Connector Compatibility: NACS, CCS, and the Adapter Landscape

The Charger Daytona is built on Stellantis's STLA Large platform, which launched with the CCS1 (Combined Charging System) connector standard. However, the North American Charging Standard (NACS), developed by Tesla, has become the dominant connector going forward, with most automakers — including Stellantis — committing to NACS on future models.

Practical recommendation: Buy a CCS-to-NACS adapter from an approved manufacturer (Tesla, Lectron, or A2Z) to unlock the Supercharger network. Tesla's Supercharger infrastructure remains the most reliable DC fast-charging network in the US by a wide margin, and access to it dramatically reduces road-trip friction. For home Level 2 charging, any J1772 wall connector will plug directly into the Charger's port.

Cost to Charge: Per-Mile Economics vs. Gas

The Charger Scat Pack's efficiency lands around 2.8–3.2 kWh per mile (roughly 97 MPGe combined, per preliminary EPA data). That's thirstier than a compact EV like the Tesla Model 3, but the trade-off is 670 horsepower and a 4,900+ lb curb weight. Here's what that efficiency translates to in real dollars:

The math is clear: home charging on an off-peak or time-of-use rate plan makes the Scat Pack dramatically cheaper to "fuel" than any gas V8 it replaces. At $0.10/kWh, you're paying roughly 3 cents per mile — about one-fifth the cost of premium gasoline at 20 MPG. Even DC fast charging on road trips undercuts gas in most scenarios, though the gap narrows on networks charging $0.50+/kWh.

Pro tip: Enroll in your utility's EV time-of-use (TOU) rate plan. Charging between 11 PM and 6 AM at super-off-peak rates of $0.06–$0.09/kWh turns the Scat Pack into a bargain cruiser for daily commuting, despite its muscle-car appetite.

Charging Time Examples: 10–80% for the Scat Pack's Battery

The Charger Scat Pack's ~100.5 kWh usable battery means charging times scale with available power. Here are realistic 10–80% times (adding ~70 kWh) across common scenarios:

• Level 1 (120V, 1.4 kW): ~50 hours — impractical for full charges; useful only for maintaining SoC
• Level 2 (240V, 32A / 7.7 kW): ~9.1 hours — adequate overnight charge for most daily needs
• Level 2 (240V, 48A / 11.5 kW): ~6.1 hours — full overnight replenishment even after heavy driving days
• DC Fast (150 kW station, sustained ~120 kW average): ~35 minutes — realistic road-trip stop
• DC Fast (350 kW station, 800V architecture, sustained ~175 kW avg): ~24–28 minutes — best-case scenario on compatible infrastructure

The Charger Daytona's 800-volt architecture is the key enabler for faster DC charging. Higher voltage means lower current for the same power, reducing heat and allowing the battery management system to accept higher charge rates for longer before tapering. On a 350 kW-capable Electrify America stall, expect the Scat Pack to sustain 150–175 kW from roughly 10% to 55% SoC, then taper progressively. This is why we quote 10–80% times rather than peak kW — the charge curve matters more than the headline number.

Recommended Level 2 Home Chargers for the Charger Scat Pack

We've selected three wall connectors that pair well with the Scat Pack's 11.5 kW onboard charger, prioritizing build quality, smart features, cable length, and value. All use the J1772 connector (compatible with the Charger's CCS port) and support hardwired or NEMA 14-50 plug-in installation.

For the Charger Scat Pack specifically, the ChargePoint Home Flex is our top pick. Its adjustable amperage means your electrician can set it to match your panel's capacity — 48A on a 60A circuit for maximum speed, or 32A on a 40A circuit if your panel is constrained. The 23-foot cable comfortably reaches from a wall-mounted position to the Charger's driver-side rear charge port in most garage configurations.

Safety, Code, and Installation Best Practices

EV charging is a continuous high-draw electrical load — your charger will pull maximum current for 6–10 hours straight. This is fundamentally different from an oven or dryer that cycles on and off. Proper installation is non-negotiable.

Before installation, photograph your electrical panel (showing all breakers and the main rating) and share it with at least two licensed electricians for quotes. Ask specifically about a load calculation — this determines whether your panel can safely add a 60A continuous load. If the calculation shows insufficient headroom, options include a panel upgrade, a lower-amperage circuit (40A), or a smart load-management device like the Emporia VUE with automatic charger throttling when household demand peaks.

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