Dodge unveils 2026 Durango R/T 392 with 475 hp HEMI V8

Dodge introduced the 2026 Durango R/T 392 with a 6.4L HEMI V8, 475 hp, faster acceleration and increased towing capacity, reshaping the three-row SUV segment.

475 horsepower in a three-row family SUV — Dodge has made the 6.4-liter HEMI V8 standard for the Durango R/T for the first time, shifting the balance in the affordable full-size SUV segment.

The new 2026 Dodge Durango R/T 392 Launch Edition is powered by a 392-cubic-inch (6.4-liter) engine producing 475 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. That places it at the top of the segment for horsepower under $50,000. Acceleration to 60 mph takes 4.4 seconds, with a quarter-mile time of 12.9 seconds — figures rarely associated with a three-row family vehicle.

The change is especially clear compared to the previous Durango R/T. The earlier model used a 5.7-liter V8 with 360 hp, while the new version adds 115 horsepower and 80 lb-ft of torque. As a result, the 0–60 time drops from 6.2 to 4.4 seconds, and towing capacity increases from 7,200 to 8,700 pounds.

This move stands out in the broader market context. Most three-row SUVs are shifting toward smaller turbocharged engines or hybrid systems, while the Durango remains one of the few to retain a naturally aspirated V8 in this price range. Industry coverage highlights how the model continues the “muscle SUV” formula — combining a large engine with a practical family layout.

The engine itself is not new but repositioned within the lineup. The 6.4 HEMI has previously been used in SRT models as well as performance versions of the Charger and Challenger. Now, for the first time, it becomes standard in the more accessible R/T trim, bringing higher performance closer to a lower price point.

The technical package reinforces that shift. Standard features include adaptive performance suspension, Brembo brakes with six-piston front calipers, an electronic limited-slip differential, and all-wheel drive. Inside, the cabin features Nappa leather and suede upholstery, along with heated and ventilated seats, including the second row.

Practical capability remains central. The Durango R/T 392 can tow up to 8,700 pounds, exceeding the previous model and reinforcing its role as both a performance and utility vehicle.

Availability, however, depends on location. Versions equipped with the 6.4-liter HEMI do not meet CARB emissions requirements, which prevents sales in certain U.S. states. This limits market coverage despite nationwide ordering being announced.

The starting price is set at $49,995, with the Premium version reaching $57,595. Dodge is effectively bringing performance previously reserved for SRT models into a more accessible configuration, a move that contrasts with the broader shift toward electrification in the segment.