The 475 hp Dodge Durango SRT isn’t
a slouch as it can accelerate from 0-96 km/h in 4.4 seconds and run
the quarter-mile in 12.9 seconds. However, the model has lost some of its luster
thanks to the even more powerful Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk.
Equipped with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine,
that produces 707 hp and 874 Nm of torque, the
Trackhawk is billed as the “most powerful and quickest SUV ever.” Speaking of
the latter, the five-seater can rocket from 0-96 km/h in 3.5 seconds
and run the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds at 290 km/h.
It appears the folks at Dodge got a little jealous
of their Jeep counterparts as they’ve unveiled the Durango SRT Pursuit Speed
Trap concept. Equipped with the same supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that
powers the Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye, the high-performance Durango has a
staggering 797 hp and 959 Nm of torque. Dodge
declined to say how fast the concept is, but the company confirmed the engine
is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission which sends power to a
full-time all-wheel system.
While the company was tight-lipped on specifics,
they noted the concept can hit triple digit speeds with relative ease. In order
to bring such a massive vehicle to a halt, the Durango has been equipped with a
high-performance Brembo braking system. It features six-piston calipers and
15.75-inch discs up front as well as four-piston calipers and 13.78-inch discs
out back.
Those aren’t the only upgrades as the Durango has a
stainless steel cat-back exhaust system and lowering springs which reduce the
ride height by 0.6 inches (15 mm). The model has also been outfitted with a
custom livery, emergency lights and unique 20-inch wheels that are wrapped in
Pirelli P-Zero tires.
While the concept had the potential of being the
most insane family hauler ever created, Dodge removed the second and third row
seats to reduce weight. However, the model still has heated and ventilated
front seats as well as a unique four-point roll bar. The concept will compete in this
year’s One Lap of America which will see approximately 80 two-person teams
travel around 4,000 miles (6,437 km) and compete in various events at several
different tracks.