11 American muscle cars that still dominate the streets in 2025
Published on Jul 02, 2025 at 8:51 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Jul 03, 2025 at 1:00 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
The rumble of American muscle cars still echoes down every American boulevard and backroad in 2025.
They range from gas-guzzling legends to electric powerhouses.
These iron beasts blend nostalgia with cutting-edge innovation.
Buckle up – it’s time to meet the machines dominating today’s asphalt.
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1. American muscle cars: Ford Mustang GT (S650)
Packing a 5.0 L Coyote V8 with 486 hp and a manual transmission option, the 2025 Mustang GT is the go-to V8 muscle coupe—and remains one of the most accessible big-horsepower rides out there.
2. Ford Mustang Dark Horse
This upmarket variant amps things up further with track-oriented tech, MagneRide damping, Brembo brakes, and 500 hp of ferocity.
3. American muscle cars: Ford Mustang GTD
A street-legal GT3-derived beast, boasting a Predator 5.2-liter supercharged V8 and sub-seven-minute Nürburgring time – the fastest production Ford Mustang ever.
4. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
The ultimate farewell to Camaro’s lineup: 650HP, Magnetic Ride suspension, massive aero upgrades – all crowned as the supercharged swan song.
5. Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Mid-engine madness with a twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8, 1,064HP, sub-2.5s 0‑60, and over 215mph top speed.
It’s a true American hypercar.
6. American muscle cars: Dodge Charger Scat Pack
Four-door muscle with a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 delivering 485HP.
Practical, powerful, and AWD-capable for real-world throttle thrills.
7. Dodge Charger Daytona R/T & Scat Pack EV
The new Charger platform supports both ICE and dual-motor EVs.
The existing Scat Pack EV lays down 630HP and 0–60 in just 3.3 seconds.
8. Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat (Redeye/Demon)
Still ruling with over 800HP in the Hellcat Redeye, while the track-focused Demon variants push toward 1000HP.
9. American muscle cars: Cadillac CT5‑V Blackwing
A supercharged 6.2 L V8 luxury sedan with roughly 668 hp, manual transmission, carbon‑ceramic brakes – it’s American performance with sophistication.
10. Tesla Model S Plaid
The electric muscle disruptor: 1,020HP, 0–60 in under two seconds, luxury cabin, and the fastest‑accelerating ‘muscle’ ever.
11. Dodge Charger Daytona SRT (EV flagship)
The Dodge Charger Daytona is an EV muscle prototype that brings tri-motor juice up to around 1,000 HP, instant torque, and even a faux ‘Fratzonic’ exhaust to mimic classic roar.
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With a dual English and French degree and NCTJ diploma, Amelia began her career doing award-winning writing and editing for titles and brands spanning Women's Health, the Telegraph, Boots, and Vitality. Amelia joined the SB Media family in September of 2023, bringing her expertise in SEO and reader takeaway. As Lead Editor, her superpower is translating technical jargon about the mechanical workings of a supercar into a shareable story.
