For Mopar fans, the name HEMI®carries weight. It’s the sound of unrelenting V8 muscle, the roar of untamed horsepower, and the spirit of American performance. And just when we thought the era of HEMI might be winding down, Dodge throws a curveball—the legendary engine isn’t going anywhere just yet. That’s right—the 2025 Dodge Durango is keeping its HEMI heart beating.
HEMI® Lives On: Dodge Extends V8 Production
Dodge had previously announced plans to phase out HEMI production at the end of 2024. Fans weren’t thrilled. The internet erupted. The end of an era felt way too soon.
And then—just as the auto world was bracing for a future with fewer cylinders—Dodge changed course. Why? Customer demand. Market pressure. Pure Mopar passion. Now, the 2025 Dodge Durango will continue to offer HEMI power, with two monstrous V8 options:
- Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® Hellcat V8
- 710 horsepower
- 645 lb-ft of torque
- Still the most powerful gas-powered SUV on the planet
- 7L HEMI® V8 (Standard on Durango R/T)
- 360 horsepower
- 390 lb-ft of torque
- The perfect balance of power and practicality
Why Dodge’s HEMI® Engine Matters
For those who feared that EVs were replacing all the fun, Dodge just sent a message: there’s still room for thunderous, fuel-burning muscle in the lineup. The HEMI® engine is a living legend.
- Born for Performance:First introduced in the 1950s, the HEMI® became a staple in Dodge’s most iconic muscle cars, trucks, and SUVs.
- Innovative Engineering:The hemispherical combustion chambers allow for better airflow, higher efficiency, and more raw power than traditional engines.
- A Cultural Icon:The HEMI® has powered Daytonas, Chargers, Challengers, Rams, and Durangos—earning its place as a Mopar legend.
What’s Next for Dodge’s V8?
Does this mean the HEMI® is here forever? Not necessarily. Dodge has made it clear that electrification is the future, with the Charger Daytona EV leading the charge. But this move proves that internal combustion still has a role to play.
Will we see the HEMI return in a new muscle car? Maybe. Will Dodge develop another gas-powered V8? Possibly. Will fans fight for the HEMI to stick around? Absolutely. The 2025 Durango HEMI extension gives us a glimmer of hope that Dodge isn’t done with V8 power yet.
If You Want a HEMI®, Now’s the Time
Dodge just gave muscle car and SUV lovers a rare opportunity—one more shot to own a brand-new HEMI-powered beast. So, if you’ve been eyeing a Durango SRT Hellcat or you’re considering a 5.7L V8 R/T, 2025 might be your last chance. The future of V8s in Dodge’s lineup is uncertain, but the power of the HEMI® is undeniable. And for now? It’s still here. Still roaring. Still Dodge.
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