The All-New Dodge Copperhead: Everything We Know So Far

The Dodge Copperhead is Dodge's new flagship sports car, officially confirmed by Stellantis as part of its "FaSTLAne 2030" plan. It will lead the revival of the SRT performance division. It hasn't been officially revealed yet (photos weren't even allowed at the investor presentation), so right now there's more known through industry reporting than confirmed directly by Dodge. Here's the breakdown of what's fact and what's speculation.

The Basics: Dodge's New Flagship Coupe

It's a two-door sports coupe, lower and more aggressive than the current Charger, positioned above it in Dodge's lineup. According to Motor1, Stellantis showed it as a full-scale clay model during its investor presentation in May, but photography wasn't allowed, so everything that exists today is speculative renderings from automotive outlets, not official images.

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa himself was direct about it, according to the Detroit News: "It's a Copperhead, it's not a Viper successor." Even so, the comparison is unavoidable, since it arrives nearly a decade after the Viper ended production in 2017.

Design: What's Known (and What's Rumor)

According to CarBuzz, which had limited access to the presentation, the design reportedly includes:

  • An S-duct hood vent with a pronounced bulge
  • Multiple additional hood vents
  • Vents behind the rear wheels for brake cooling
  • A large rear wing
  • Proportions closer to a Ford Mustang than to the current Charger

Important: none of this is official photography yet, these are descriptions from journalists who saw the clay model in person.


 
Powertrain: Still Unconfirmed

Dodge hasn't confirmed what engine it will use. According to GM Authority:

  • The CEO didn't rule out a Hemi-powered configuration
  • A fully electric version seems unlikely, given Dodge's shift back toward traditional combustion performance
  • It's expected to share architecture/platform with the current Charger

Release Date and Price: Where to Be Extra Careful

No date or price has been officially confirmed by Dodge. According to AutoGuide, what's circulating in the media are estimates from "industry observers":

  • A launch before 2030 is speculated, possibly as a 2029 model year
  • Some unofficial reports speculate a starting price above $100,000, though this has not been confirmed by Dodge at any point

The Copperhead Name Isn't New

Dodge already used the name "Copperhead" in 1997, for a roadster concept with a 220-hp V6 engine, shown at the Detroit Auto Show, according to HotCars. The new Copperhead brings back the name, but based on everything known about the design, it's headed in a very different direction than that '90s concept.

 

While We Wait for the Copperhead

It'll still be years before the Copperhead hits the road. If you like Dodge's sporty lineup and don't want to wait, Southtowne Auto Mall has the current Dodge Charger available right now, the platform the Copperhead is rumored to be built on.

FAQ

  • What is the Dodge Copperhead? 
    It's Dodge's new flagship sports car, confirmed by Stellantis, that will lead the revival of the SRT performance division.

  • Is the Dodge Copperhead the Viper's successor?
    Not officially. Stellantis's own CEO clarified it's "a Copperhead, not a Viper successor," though the comparisons are inevitable given how long it's been since the Viper ended production.

  • When does the Dodge Copperhead come out?
    There's no official date. Industry reports speculate a launch before 2030, possibly as a 2029 model, but this hasn't been confirmed by Dodge.

  • How much will the Dodge Copperhead cost?
    There's no official price either. Some unconfirmed reports speculate a starting price above $100,000.

  • Will the Copperhead have a V8 engine?
    Not confirmed. Stellantis's CEO didn't rule out a Hemi-powered version, and an electric version seems unlikely given Dodge's current focus on traditional performance.

This article reflects publicly available information at the time of publication. Since the Dodge Copperhead hasn't been officially revealed yet, design, powertrain, date, and price details are subject to change.