Supercharger Guide
Best Superchargers for the
2011 – 2026 Dodge Durango 5.7L Hemi: Every Kit Compared
A complete comparison of every supercharger kit available for the 2011-2026 Dodge Durango 5.7L Hemi — Ripp and Whipple. Roots vs centrifugal, HP and torque gains, CARB compliance, Complete kits, and what to expect for AWD applications.
At a Glance
Quick Comparison
| Brand / Kit | Type | Boost | HP Gain | CARB | Years | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripp (11–14) | Centrifugal | 7 psi | +140 whp | Check product | 2011–2014 | $5,828 | SHOP → |
| Ripp (2015) | Centrifugal | 7 psi | +140 whp | Check product | 2015 | $6,230 | SHOP → |
| Ripp (16–22) | Centrifugal | 9–10 psi | +172 whp | Check product | 2016–2022 | $7,299 | SHOP → |
| Whipple (11–14) | Twin-Screw (Roots) | ~6–7 psi | +140 whp | Yes | 2011–2014 | $8,250 | SHOP → |
| Whipple (15–17) | Twin-Screw (Roots) | ~6–7 psi | +140 whp | Yes | 2015–2017 | $8,550 | SHOP → |
| Whipple (18–25) | Twin-Screw (Roots) | ~6–7 psi | +172 whp | Yes | 2018–2025 | $8,600 | SHOP → |
Technical Foundation
Complete vs Tuner Kit & Roots vs Centrifugal
Understanding these two concepts will help you choose the right kit. Our Supercharger Buyers Guide covers this in depth; here’s the essentials.
Complete Kit vs Tuner Kit
A Tuner Kit is the supercharger hardware only. It does not include: larger fuel injectors, upgraded MAP sensor, fuel pump (or booster), handheld programmer/flash tool, or the supercharger tune. Those components are 100% necessary to run safely. You must supply them yourself.
Tuner Kits are for (1) custom builds where you want different fuel/tuning components than the manufacturer provides, or (2) vehicles with long-tube headers, aftermarket cam, or forged internals. The basemap tune in a Complete Kit is calibrated for factory exhaust manifolds and stock internals. If you install a Complete Kit on a car with headers or a cam, the vehicle will likely run too lean — risking catastrophic engine failure.
A Complete Kit includes fuel injectors, MAP sensor, fuel pump upgrade, flash tool, and tuning. It’s 100% bolt-and-go for stock or lightly modified vehicles (intake, cat-back, throttle body only). No additional parts or custom tune required.
Roots vs Centrifugal
Roots-style (Whipple, Magnuson, Edelbrock, Sprintex) superchargers mount in the intake manifold. They deliver more low-mid range torque and instant throttle response. They also produce more “whine” at idle. Best for drivers who want immediate punch off the line.
Centrifugal (ProCharger, Vortech, Ripp) superchargers mount off the side of the engine via a bracket. They build power toward mid-high RPM and often produce more peak horsepower. Both add significant power; choose based on driving style. Most Hemi Complete kits run 6–7 psi boost. Durango 5.7L Ripp kits run 7–10 psi depending on year.
Important
What to Know Before You Buy
Tuning & Unlocked PCM (2015+)
2015+ Durangos have a locked PCM. Ripp 5.7L kits use DiabloSport; PCM unlock through DiabloSport or purchase new unlocked PCM from FastHemis. Whipple uses HP Tuners; PCM unlock included (ship your PCM to HP Tuners). Ripp 2011–2014 and 2015 require dyno tuning by an experienced calibrator local to you. Tow package note: If your Durango has a factory tow package, expect modification to the transmission cooler; contact FastHemis for details.
Complete vs Tuner: Which Do You Need?
Stock or simple bolt-ons (intake, cat-back, throttle body)? → Complete Kit. Headers, cam, or forged internals? → Tuner Kit with your own fuel system and custom tune. Ripp and Whipple both offer Complete kits for Durango 5.7L. Ripp also offers a Tuner Kit for 2011–2014 (Black Powdercoat variant). See our Buyers Guide for the full breakdown.
CARB & Emissions
Whipple Gen 6 is 50-state CARB legal for Durango 5.7L. Ripp varies — check EO numbers per product. Off-road-only kits cannot be registered in California. All Complete kits require 91 octane minimum. Standard warranty is 1-year; 3-year and 5-year extended warranties are available through most manufacturers (purchase separately).
Installation & Lead Times
Professional install recommended (5–10 hours depending on year). Lead times: Ripp: 2–4 weeks. Whipple: 14–16 weeks. Ripp includes 1-step colder spark plugs; Whipple includes them. ProCharger is not offered for Durango 5.7L. Hemi engines use 2 spark plugs per cylinder (16 total); order quantity 4 (boxes of 4) if not included.
Side-by-Side
Compare All Six Kits
Ripp Supercharger (2011–2014)
Type: Centrifugal (Vortech V-3)
Boost: 7 psi
HP Gain: +140 whp (420 AWD from 280 stock)
Kit: Complete — fuel, tuning included
- Lowest-cost Durango 5.7L option
- 420 AWD whp from 280 stock; 5–6 hour install
- 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2–4 week lead time
Ripp Supercharger (2015)
Type: Centrifugal (Vortech V-3)
Boost: 7 psi
HP Gain: +140 whp (420 AWD from 280 stock)
Kit: Complete
- 2015-only kit; 5–6 hour install
- 420 AWD whp; Complete with fuel and tuning
- 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2–4 week lead time
Ripp Supercharger (2016–2022)
Type: Centrifugal (Vortech V-3)
Boost: 9–10 psi
HP Gain: +172 whp (475 AWD from 303 stock)
Kit: Complete — more power than Durango 392
- Highest Ripp output: 475 AWD whp (550+ engine HP)
- More power than stock Durango 392
- 1-step colder spark plugs included; 8–10 hr install
- 2–4 week lead time
Whipple Gen 6 (2011–2014)
Type: Twin-screw (Roots-style)
Boost: ~6–7 psi
HP Gain: +140 whp (50% increase)
CARB: 50-state legal
- 50-state CARB certified
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2011–2014 coverage; 2014 PCM unlocked
Whipple Gen 6 (2015–2017)
Type: Twin-screw (Roots-style)
Boost: ~6–7 psi
HP Gain: +140 whp (50% increase)
CARB: 50-state legal
- 50-state CARB certified
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
- Hellcat injectors, billet fuel rails
Whipple Gen 6 (2018–2025)
Type: Twin-screw (Roots-style)
Boost: ~6–7 psi
HP Gain: +172 whp (50% increase)
CARB: 50-state legal
- 50-state CARB certified
- Full 2018–2025 coverage; extends to 2026 model year
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
Our Picks
2011–2014 Durango 5.7L? Ripp at $5,828 is the lowest-cost option: +140 whp (420 AWD from 280 stock), 5–6 hour install, 2–4 week lead time. Whipple at $8,250 adds 50-state CARB and Roots-style torque.
2015 only? Ripp has a dedicated 2015 kit ($6,230). Whipple 2015–2017 ($8,550) covers 2015–2017 with CARB and Roots-style delivery.
2016–2022 or 2018–2025? Ripp 2016–2022 delivers 475 AWD whp (550+ engine HP) — more than a Durango 392. Whipple 2018–2025 offers 50-state CARB and Roots-style power for 2018+ models.
Roots vs centrifugal? Roots (Whipple) gives more low-mid torque and instant response; 50-state CARB. Centrifugal (Ripp) builds power toward mid-high RPM; 2–4 week lead time vs Whipple’s 14–16 weeks.
Ripp Supercharger (2011–2014)
Ripp’s Complete kit for the 2011–2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L Hemi delivers +140 whp (420 AWD from 280 stock) at 7 psi. The kit includes Vortech V-3 supercharger, 3” air-to-air front-mounted intercooler, bypass valve, FIC plug-and-play fuel injectors, pump amplifier, and plug-and-play MAP sensor. 5–6 hour install. Dyno tuning by an experienced calibrator local to you is required.
Tow package note: If your Durango has a factory tow package, expect modification to the transmission cooler; contact FastHemis for details. Ripp includes 1-step colder spark plugs. Lead time: 2–4 weeks. Tuner Kit (Black Powdercoat) also available for custom builds.
Pros
- Lowest-cost Durango 5.7L option
- 420 AWD whp from 280 stock; 5–6 hour install
- 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2–4 week lead time
Cons
- Dyno tuning required (local calibrator)
- Tow package may require transmission cooler modification
- 2011–2014 only
Ripp Supercharger (2015)
Ripp’s dedicated 2015 Dodge Durango 5.7L kit delivers +140 whp (420 AWD from 280 stock) at 7 psi. Same Vortech V-3, intercooler, fuel injectors, pump amplifier, and MAP sensor as the 2011–2014 kit, but calibrated for 2015. 5–6 hour install. Dyno tuning by an experienced calibrator local to you is required.
Tow package note applies. 1-step colder spark plugs included. Lead time: 2–4 weeks. 2015 is a one-year-only platform; 2016+ uses a different kit with higher output.
Pros
- 2015-only kit; 5–6 hour install
- 420 AWD whp; Complete with fuel and tuning
- 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2–4 week lead time
Cons
- 2015 only; 2016+ requires different kit
- Dyno tuning required
- Tow package may require transmission cooler modification
Ripp Supercharger (2016–2022)
Ripp’s 2016–2022 Durango 5.7L kit is the most powerful bolt-on supercharger for this platform: 475 AWD whp (550+ engine HP) from 303 stock at 9–10 psi. That’s more power than a Durango 392. The kit includes Vortech V-3, 3” air-to-air front-mounted intercooler, bypass valve, FIC plug-and-play fuel injectors, pump amplifier, and plug-and-play MAP sensor. 8–10 hour install.
Ripp includes 1-step colder spark plugs. 5.7L/6.4L Ripp kits use DiabloSport; PCM unlock through DiabloSport or purchase new unlocked PCM from FastHemis. Lead time: 2–4 weeks. Professional installation recommended.
Pros
- Highest Ripp output: 475 AWD whp (550+ engine HP)
- More power than stock Durango 392
- 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2–4 week lead time
Cons
- 2016–2022 only; 2023+ may need different kit
- 8–10 hour install vs 5–6 for older kits
- CARB status varies — check product
Whipple Gen 6 (2011–2014)
Whipple Gen 6 3.0L twin-screw for 2011–2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L Hemi. 50% HP increase and 45% torque increase at ~6–7 psi. Roots-style means more low-mid range torque and instant throttle response. Includes HP Tuners MPVI3 OBDII interface, 1-step colder spark plugs, Hellcat injectors, and billet fuel rails. 50-state CARB certified. 2014 and older PCM is unlocked; no PCM send required.
14–16 week lead time (built-to-order). Optional cold air intake recommended over factory air box. Textured Black standard; Gloss Black, Red, Yellow, White, Orange, Polished available for extra cost.
Pros
- 50-state CARB certified
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
- 2011–2014 coverage; 2014 PCM unlocked
Cons
- 14–16 week lead time
- 2011–2014 only
- Optional cold air intake recommended
Whipple Gen 6 (2015–2017)
Same Gen 6 3.0L twin-screw for 2015–2017 Durango 5.7L. 50% HP and 45% torque increase. Includes Hellcat injectors, billet fuel rails, HP Tuners MPVI3, and 1-step colder spark plugs. 50-state CARB certified. PCM unlock for 2015+ included (ship to HP Tuners).
14–16 week lead time. Optional cold air intake recommended. Choose this kit for 2015–2017 Durango 5.7L.
Pros
- 50-state CARB certified
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
- Hellcat injectors, billet fuel rails
Cons
- 14–16 week lead time
- 2015–2017 only
- Optional cold air intake recommended
Whipple Gen 6 (2018–2025)
Whipple Gen 6 3.0L for 2018–2025 Dodge Durango 5.7L. 50% HP and 45% torque increase. Full 2018–2025 coverage; extends to 2026 model year. Includes Hellcat injectors, billet fuel rails, HP Tuners MPVI3, and 1-step colder spark plugs. 50-state CARB certified.
14–16 week lead time. PCM unlock included for 2015+ (ship to HP Tuners). Optional cold air intake recommended. Choose this kit for 2018+ Durango 5.7L.
Pros
- 50-state CARB certified
- Full 2018–2025 coverage; extends to 2026
- Roots-style: low-mid torque, instant response
- HP Tuners MPVI3 and 1-step colder spark plugs included
Cons
- 14–16 week lead time
- 2018–2025 only (2011–2017 need different kit)
- Optional cold air intake recommended
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Roots and centrifugal superchargers?
Roots (positive displacement) units like Whipple deliver more low-mid range torque and instant throttle response. Centrifugal units (Ripp) build power toward mid-high RPM and often produce more peak horsepower. Both add significant power; choose based on driving style. See our Supercharger Buyers Guide for details.
Do I need a Complete or Tuner kit?
If your Durango is stock or has only simple bolt-ons (intake, cat-back, throttle body), get a Complete kit — it includes fuel injectors, MAP sensor, fuel pump upgrade, and tuning. If you have long-tube headers, a cam, or forged internals, you need a Tuner kit with a custom tune. Ripp offers both for 2011–2014; Whipple offers Complete only.
Will a supercharger void my warranty?
Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a dealer cannot void your entire warranty for aftermarket parts. However, powertrain claims related to forced induction may be denied. Some manufacturers offer supplemental warranties.
Which kit is 50-state legal?
Whipple Gen 6 for Durango 5.7L is CARB certified and 50-state legal. Ripp varies — check each product’s EO number.
I have a tow package. Will the supercharger fit?
Ripp notes that factory tow package may require modification to the transmission cooler. Contact FastHemis for details before ordering if your Durango has a tow package.
What fuel do I need?
All Complete supercharger kits require 91 octane minimum. Higher octane (93) is fine and may allow slightly more aggressive tuning.
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