Is there going to be a new Dodge Barracuda?

Is there going to be a new Dodge Barracuda?

Rumors about a modern Barracuda have been flying around since 2007. That’s 13 years as of 2020 and many of us have lost hope that a revival of the iconic Cuda will happen. However, it seems that the Barracuda may indeed return for the 2021 model years as a replacement for the Dodge Challenger.

When did the Plymouth Barracuda go out of production?

Plymouth Barracuda. The third generation, offered from 1970 to 1974, was no longer based on the A-body, but on the Chrysler E-body. The completely new design was similar to the Dodge Challenger and available in hardtop and convertible body styles. The Barracuda was discontinued after the 1974 model year.

Why was the Plymouth Valiant called the Barracuda?

Beyond that, Plymouth management wanted the Barracuda to be ready as quickly as possible so they could beat the Ford’s Mustang to market. After some internal argument, the new model was dubbed Plymouth Valiant Barracuda, the latter designation suggested by designer John Samsen.

What’s the wheelbase of a Dodge Barracuda Challenger?

It could be a bit wider though, which will translate into a more aggressive stance. Expect the wheelbase to be shorter on the Barracuda. The Challenger comes in at 116 inches, so the Barracuda’s wheelbase will be somewhere between 105 and 110 inches.

Is the Dodge Barracuda still under the Plymouth brand?

And it will do so under the Dodge brand since the Plymouth marque was discontinued back in 2001. Official details about the 2021 Barracuda are still scant, but we gathered all the information there is about the modern incarnation of this muscle car legend.

Is the Dodge Barracuda a replacement for the Dodge Challenger?

However, it seems that the Barracuda may indeed return for the 2021 model years as a replacement for the Dodge Challenger. And it will do so under the Dodge brand since the Plymouth marque was discontinued back in 2001.

Is there going to be a Dodge Barracuda in 2021?

2021 Hellcat/Hellephant CUDA *LEAKED*! You Will Be SHOCKED! The actual design of the Barracuda is a mystery right now. Dodge hasn’t even confirmed this car, so we can’t talk about official renderings at this point.

What kind of engine does the Dodge Barracuda have?

But again, because the Barracuda will be lighter and more dynamic, power enhancements will be marginal. Finally, Dodge will offer a beefed-up version similar to the Hellcat, or even the Demon. This variant will be powered by an updated, supercharged 6.2-liter V-8.