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EV Channels Review

The reviewer provides an in-depth first impression of the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack Stage 2, acquired after initial skepticism towards EVs. While acknowledging the car's striking design and impressive acceleration, particularly after a recent software update, the reviewer highlights several drawbacks. The "muscle car with no soul" sentiment stems from the lack of traditional V8 sound and the linear, unengaging EV powertrain. Criticisms also extend to the haptic buttons, the glass roof option, and the initial feeling of cheapness in certain interior components like the turn signal stalk. Despite these points, the reviewer praises the car's comfortable GT-like driving dynamics, superior ride quality compared to previous ICE Chargers, and surprisingly good real-world range, exceeding the advertised 241 miles, reaching up to 310 miles on the highway under specific conditions. The reviewer ultimately views the car as a "good car now that it's been updated," with potential to be great, but not yet perfect, emphasizing its value proposition as a nearly 700 horsepower AWD lease under $500/month.