2024 Dodge Hornet

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Overview

“Muscle car” and “small, practical SUV” are terms that normally do not pair well, especially if you throw "hybrid" into the mix. But Dodge is determined to prove that wrong with the 2024 Hornet. This pairing traces back to the Hornet powertrain’s close similarity to the Alfa Romeo Tonale. Both vehicles come from the same Naples factory. But other aspects of the 2024 Hornet are all-American, borrowing some of the same styling touches as Dodge’s gas-guzzling muscle cars of yore, including a hatch modified by legendary American automotive designer Carroll Shelby. The 2024 Hornet is the first new vehicle Dodge has introduced in over a decade.

Quick Specs

Starting MSRP - $30,735*
Engine - 2.0-liter Hurricane4 Turbocharged 4-cylinder
Power - 288 horsepower/383 lb.-feet of torque
Transmission
Seating Capacity
MPG - 21 city/29 highway

Who's it For?

The driver who wants the affordability, respectable cargo space, and road-gripping reliability of a compact SUV, without sacrificing performance, power, or the fun factor. You can drive the hybrid Hornet on the daily commute without worrying about sticker shock at the gas pump. You can use it to haul the kids, the dog, and all their gear to weekend getaways. And you can open it up on the fast lane without fear of overtaxing the engine.

Real World Performance

The base model is the GT, featuring a turbocharged 2L, four-cylinder engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and AWD. Its horsepower and torque are impressive for a small SUV: 268 HP and 295 lb-ft. The GT requires premium gasoline for optimal performance.

The second trim, which will hit the market in the spring of 2024, is the R/T plug-in hybrid, which combines a turbocharged 1.3L, four-cylinder gasoline engine with a 90-kW electric motor capable of operating independently of the gas engine for 30 miles. The R/T has a 15.5 KW/hour lithium-ion battery that recharges in 2.5 hours. The gas engine’s six-speed automatic transmission delivers power to the front wheels. The electric component feeds the rear wheels. The combined power system translates into an AWD vehicle. The driver can manually change between hybrid driving modes by pressing the “sport” button on the steering wheel. The combined oomph of the gas and the electric engine is even more impressive than the GT’s output: 288 HP, 383 lb-ft of torque, and a 0-60 acceleration time of 6.1 seconds. Clearly, hybrids have gotten faster in the past decade.

Key Features (Standard & Available)

Interior & Tech

Uconnect 5®
Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
Amazon Alexa
Hybrid Electric Pages
4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot

Safety

Forward Collision Warning with Full Stop
Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
LaneSense® with Lane Keep Assist
360-degree Surround View Camera
Active Driving Assist
ParkSense®

Alternative Options

Drivers who love the brute strength of Dodge might want to explore the Dodge Durango, which offers even more power, space, capability, and towing capacity. Not sure which model will be best for you? Contact the Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Virginia Beach team! Our talented sales professionals can guide you through the entire process.

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*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at price refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. A more expensive model may be shown. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.