--- title: "Hell yes! Dodge brings back 2023 Durango Hellcat for last hurrah" url: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/08/hell-yes-dodge-brings-back-2023-durango-hellcat-for-last-hurrah/" publisher: "Pickup Truck + SUV Talk" content_signal: "search=yes, ai-input=yes, ai-train=no" author: "Jill Ciminillo" published: "2022-08-17T18:50:43+00:00" modified: "2025-07-23T15:14:15+00:00" image: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/2023-Dodge-Durango-Hellcat-4.jpg" --- # Hell yes! Dodge brings back 2023 Durango Hellcat for last hurrah By Jill Ciminillo Published: 2022-08-17T18:50:43+00:00 Updated: 2025-07-23T15:14:15+00:00 ![Featured image]() We know the [death knell has already started to ring]() for the Hemi V-8 engine powering Dodge muscle – and that includes the one in the Durango. But in some hellah good news, the performance-oriented brand is bringing back the Durango Hellcat for one last bow in 2023. The super-powered three-row SUV was supposed to be [a one-and-done for the 2021 model year](), but we can’t imagine a better way to say goodbye to this beloved powertrain. Just don’t expect anything too different than what we saw previously. ### **Under the hood** The 2023 Durango Hellcat retains the 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi we see in the Challenger and Charger Hellcats as well as [the Ram TRX](). In this iteration it delivers 710 horsepower and 645 pound-feet of torque. You’re also looking at 0-to-60-MPH times of 3.5 – and we’re talking about a vehicle that weighs nearly 6k pounds! ### **Performances goodies** Of course the 2023 Durango Hellcat is going to be chockfull of performance parts. Some of the things you’ll see for this model year include: - A cold-air scoop in the lower front fascia - Exhaust tuned to deliver Dodge DNA sound - Rear spoiler that provides rear downforce of 140 pounds at 180 MPH - SRT drive modes with a setting for Track - Launch control - Brembo high-performance, six-piston two-piece (front) and four-piston (rear) calipers You’ll also have some interior design features that set this performance kitty cat apart from other trims, including red-accented gauges, embroidered SRT logos on the seats and a “Smoke Show” start-up animation. ### **Customization packs** The 2023 Durango Hellcat will offer two optional packages: Plus and Premium. Plus adds high-performance Laguna leather seats, trailer tow group, a power sunroof and advanced safety features. The Premium Package piggy backs off the Plus and adds red seatbelts, leather-wrapped instrument panel, carbon fiber interior accents and a 19-speaker Harmon Kardon sound system. We’re just going to say yes to all of that. ### **When can I get it?** The 2023 Durango Hellcat opens for orders in September of 2022, but there’s no word yet on when the SUVs will actually make it to dealers. [Embedded video]() ### **The bottom line on the 2023 Durango Hellcat** We loved the Dodge Durango Hellcat when we had the chance to take a quick spin in it a couple years ago, and we imagine we’ll love it just as much in 2023. Perhaps more because this is the last chance to drive one. If you’ve lusted over this vehicle, we’ll say this plain: Buy. It. Now. Because once it’s gone, it’s gone for good this time. [2023 Durango Hellcat]() Dodge Durango once again joins Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger in offering SRT Hellcat models. The 2023 Durango SRT Hellcat also expands the Durango lineup to six models, joining the Durango SXT, GT, R/T, Citadel and SRT 392. First introduced as a one-year only model for 2021, Durango SRT Hellcat storms back to life thanks to enthusiast demand and remains the perfect choice for SUV muscle enthusiasts with families. (Image courtesy of Stellantis North America) The Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is back for 2023 model year and ready to reclaim its rightful mantle as the most powerful SUV on the planet, once again fueled by the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® Hellcat V-8 engine producing 710 horsepower and 645 lb.-ft. of torque. Shown in Triple Nickel, a newly available color for the 2023 model year. (Image courtesy of Stellantis North America) The 2023 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat loses nothing in its rebirth, once again fueled by the supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® Hellcat V-8 engine producing 710 horsepower and 645 lb.-ft. of torque. First introduced as a one-year only model for 2021, Durango SRT Hellcat storms back to life thanks to enthusiast demand and remains the perfect choice for SUV muscle enthusiasts with families. (Image courtesy of Stellantis North America) [2023 Durango Hellcat]() 2023 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat (Image courtesy of Stellantis North America) **Related posts:** - [Catching air, payload woes: Tales from a 2021 Ram TRX first drive]() - [Dodge Doubles Down On Power With 2021 Durango Hellcat: 710 HP For All Ages]() - [Ram 1500 5.7L V-8 Hemi days numbered as Dodge declares end of V-8 muscle cars]() ## Structured page information ~~~json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Article", "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/08/hell-yes-dodge-brings-back-2023-durango-hellcat-for-last-hurrah/#article", "isPartOf": { "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2022/08/hell-yes-dodge-brings-back-2023-durango-hellcat-for-last-hurrah/" }, "author": { "name": "Jill Ciminillo", "@id": "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/#/schema/person/17a307b2bd8654a0efc57d38f2e79df8" }, "headline": "Hell yes! 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