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Is Chrysler Dodge? Who Makes Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram

People search this because the four brands share showrooms, engines and a parent company. They are not the same brand. Here is how Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram relate, who owns them now, and what each one builds today.

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2026 Dodge Charger coupe
2026 Dodge Charger, built in the same Windsor plant as the Chrysler Pacifica. Manufacturer image.

Quick answer

No. Chrysler and Dodge are two separate brands with separate lineups. Both are owned by Stellantis N.V., the company formed on January 16, 2021 when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles merged with France's PSA Group. Stellantis owns 14 brands; the four sold at Elgin CDJR are Chrysler (founded 1925), Dodge (founded 1914 and bought by Chrysler Corporation in 1928), Jeep (acquired with AMC in 1987) and Ram (spun off from Dodge trucks as its own brand in 2010). They share platforms, engines like the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6, and dealers, which is why a CDJR store sells all four. In 2026 Chrysler sells the Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid and Voyager minivans; Dodge sells the Charger and Durango.

How the brands fit together

Dodge is older than Chrysler. The Dodge brothers started building cars in 1914; Walter Chrysler founded Chrysler in 1925 and bought Dodge in 1928, which is when the two became siblings under Chrysler Corporation. Jeep joined in 1987 when Chrysler bought American Motors. Ram was Dodge's truck line until 2010, when it became a brand of its own so Dodge could focus on cars and SUVs. The company passed through Daimler (1998 to 2007), private ownership, and Fiat (as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles from 2014) before the 2021 merger that created Stellantis. Since June 2025 Stellantis has been led by CEO Antonio Filosa, and one brand chief, Matt McAlear, runs both Chrysler and Dodge.

Who makes CDJR: one parent, four separate brands Stellantis N.V. formed Jan. 16, 2021 (FCA + PSA), 14 brands Chrysler est. 1925 own lineup Dodge est. 1914 own lineup Jeep est. 1941 own lineup Ram brand since 2010 own lineup Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Opel, Vauxhall, Lancia and Abarth are the other ten.
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram are four of the 14 brands owned by Stellantis. They share engineering and factories but keep separate lineups.

What each brand sells in 2026

BrandRoleCurrent models
ChryslerFamily vehicles Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid (the only plug-in hybrid minivan), Voyager (returned for 2025 as a value trim). A refreshed 2027 Pacifica arrives in summer 2026. The 300 sedan ended in 2023.
DodgePerformance Charger (two-door and four-door; Sixpack twin-turbo six or Daytona electric) and Durango (HEMI V-8 across the range). The Hornet was discontinued for 2026; the Challenger ended in 2023.
Jeep4x4 and SUVs Wrangler, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, Cherokee (returned for 2026 as a hybrid), Compass, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer, plus 4xe plug-in hybrids and the Wagoneer S electric.
RamTrucks and vans Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickups, 3500 to 5500 Chassis Cab, ProMaster vans. The HEMI V-8 returned to the 1500 for 2026.

Lineups change through the year; our new inventory shows what is on the lot today.

What they share

  • Engines: the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 (Pacifica, Voyager, Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Ram 1500) and the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 (Durango, Ram) are used across brands.
  • Uconnect 5 infotainment, the same driver-assistance systems and the same Mopar parts and accessories program.
  • Factories: the Pacifica and Charger are both built in Windsor, Ontario; the Durango and Grand Cherokee in Detroit.
  • Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles basic and 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain on gas models, with 8 years/100,000 miles on hybrid batteries.
  • Service: one service department handles all four brands, with the same scheduling, specials and Mopar-trained technicians.

So which brand should you look at?

Need seats and sliding doors

Chrysler. The Pacifica and Voyager are the only minivans in the family; the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid is the only plug-in hybrid minivan sold in the United States.

Want horsepower

Dodge. The Charger Scat Pack makes 550 hp from its twin-turbo six and the Durango SRT Hellcat 710 hp from a supercharged V-8.

Going off pavement

Jeep. Trail Rated models from Compass to Wrangler, and the Grand Cherokee for towing up to 6,200 lb.

Towing and work

Ram. Half-ton to Class 5 chassis cabs, and ProMaster vans for upfits.

Frequently asked questions

Is Chrysler the same as Dodge?

No. They are separate brands with separate models. Both have been owned by the same company since Chrysler bought Dodge in 1928, and today that company is Stellantis.

Who owns Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram?

Stellantis N.V., formed on January 16, 2021 from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and PSA Group. It owns 14 brands in total.

Is Ram a Dodge?

Not anymore. Ram trucks were sold as Dodge Ram until 2010, when Ram became its own brand. A Ram built since then is badged Ram, not Dodge.

What does CDJR stand for?

Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, the four Stellantis brands sold together at dealerships like Elgin CDJR.

What cars does Chrysler make now?

Three minivans: the Pacifica, the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid and the Voyager. The Chrysler 300 sedan ended production in 2023.

Sources

Corporate history and 2026 lineups checked on October 20, 2026 against Stellantis releases and the sources below.

  1. Stellantis, Wikipedia (merger date, brand list, executive appointments)
  2. Chrysler Voyager Returns for 2025 (Sept. 25, 2024), Stellantis North America blog
  3. Chrysler Redefined: 2027 Pacifica Leads With Modern New Aesthetic and Proven Family-friendly Features (April 1, 2026), Stellantis North America media
  4. Dodge Charger Dominates: Sixpack-powered Charger Leads Multi-energy Lineup to 2026 North American Car of the Year (Jan. 14, 2026), Stellantis via PR Newswire
  5. Dodge Hornet Officially Killed Off for 2026 (Jan. 15, 2026), Cars.com

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