The Dodge Hornet is offered in all-wheel drive in the gas-powered GT and GT plus trims or as a hybrid in the R/T and R/T Plus trims. The GT and GT Plus trims are powered by a 2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission that produces 268 horsepower. The hybrid R/T and R/T Plus trims on the other hand are equipped with a 1.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission which combined with the electric motor produces 288 horsepower and an all-electric range of 30 miles.
Buyers will likely be surprised by the level of standard equipment that comes on the base GT. An infotainment system with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi hotspot technology, power windows and door locks, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, 4 USB ports, heated side mirrors, LED headlights, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The GT Plus adds a remote starter, driver and passenger lumbar support, a power liftgate, power sunroof, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, heated and ventilated power front seats, leather upholstery, an 8-speaker sound system, voice activated navigation, a garage door transmitter, and wireless device charging.
The R/T models have all of the same features with a few minor differences including 18-inch wheels, a 306-volt battery system with a 15.5 kWh capacity, and bigger brakes.
Standard safety features include 7 airbags, a rearview camera, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, blind spot warning, forward collision mitigation, rear collision warning, front pedestrian detection, and a traffic sign information system.
The Hornet was added to the Dodge lineup in 2023 and rolls into 2024 with minimal changes.
The Dodge Hornet competes with other small SUVs such as the Kia Sportage, Mazda CX-50 and the Chevrolet Trax. The Dodge Hornet is a strong addition to the small SUV segment with good fuel efficiency and a hybrid offering alongside its gas model.
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