Dodge Hornet - Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More

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Our Rating3.7/5
Price$31,590 - $42,425
Engine2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder / 1.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder + hybrid
Power268 hp / 288 hp
Torque295 lb-ft / 383 lb-ft
DrivetrainAWD

Dodge is reentering the compact SUV market with the all-new Hornet. Using a historic nameplate from its past, the Hornet is a sportier SUV that trades in a bit practicality for personality. It can come with a choice of drivetrains, making either 268 hp or 288 hp.

The Italian roots of this small SUV are apparent and the sheetmetal make it instantly recognizable as a Dodge. For a brand that loves excessive personality and power, the Hornet fits right in.

Pros

Great standard power, fun to drive, PHEV is a rarity in the class

Cons

PHEV is way too pricey, nine-speed is slow-witted, second row is tight

Bottom Line

The Hornet is an overdue extension of the Dodge ethos into the hugely competitive compact SUV segment. It's fun, it's quick, and it's just a little unpolished—all part of the appeal.

2023 Dodge Hornet Review: First Drive

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The hills just outside of Asheville, North Carolina are abuzz with word of the first new Dodge in a decade.

Meet the 2023 Dodge Hornet, the American brand’s new compact SUV. It might have a small footprint, but this ride has a big role, including introducing Dodge’s first electrified powertrain into the quickest-growing segment of the market. After taking a few years off from the class, can Dodge rediscover relevance with the gas-only Hornet GT and the plug-in hybrid Hornet R/T? I spent the day driving both around Asheville and its surrounding area to find out.

Read the full review here.


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Detailed Specs

Price$31,590 - $42,425
Engine2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder / 1.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder + hybrid
Power268 hp / 288 hp
Torque295 lb-ft / 383 lb-ft
DrivetrainAWD
Transmission9AT / 6AT
Fuel Economy (city/hwy)21 mpg / 29 mpg
Cargo Capacity22.9–27.0 cu ft.

Our Final Verdict

Dodge Hornet

Overall

3.7

Performance8.0
Features7.0
Comfort7.0
Quality and Styling7.0
Value8.0
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