2024 Dodge Hornet

The Hornet comes in four different styles, each with its own look. The GT AWD, GT Plus AWD, and the R/T all have 17-inch wheels, while the R/T Plus has 18-inch ones. All trims can be upgraded to 20-inch wheels, and each model is available in a range of eye-catching colors, from bright blue to sleek gray. For a sporty feel, the GT AWD has a hood scoop and LED lights, and black accents are available with the Blacktop Package. The GT Plus AWD adds luxurious touches, such as a power liftgate you can open hands-free. The R/T version has a mix of gas and electric power, special badges, and an air intake on the hood, while the top-of-the-range R/T Plus has a unique finish and high-end exterior features.

The 2024 Hornet offers two powerful engine choices. GT models have a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, providing plenty of power for daily drives and highway passing. The R/T trim uses a mix of gas and electric power, and its 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine works with an electric motor to provide up to 288 horsepower and a robust 383 pound-feet of total torque. When you need a quick burst of speed, the R/T trim also has a cool PowerShot feature that gives an extra 30 horsepower boost.

Dodge has put its love for speed into the Hornet. The GT can go from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, while the R/T hybrid does it even faster at 5.6 seconds. If you want better handling, Dodge offers a Track Pack with a unique suspension system, which makes the car feel more responsive and stable during fast driving. Brembo brake calipers stop the vehicle faster while looking sporty behind the wheels.

With the Hornet, Dodge mixes usefulness with a driver-first design, and the cabin comfortably fits five people. Depending on your chosen version, the Hornet comes with different materials and various features, but all models have a spacious 10.25-inch touchscreen that uses Dodge's Uconnect 5 system. For the driver, there's also a 12-inch digital screen that shows important information and can be configured to your preferences. Alcantara sports seats help you stay in place during fast turns, and you can add a heated steering wheel and front seats to make cold drives cozier.

The Hornet comes with many useful safety features, including active driving assist, which helps keep the car in its lane and safe from other vehicles. A 360-degree camera system allows you to see the area around the car, helping with parking and maneuvering in tight spaces. Other options, such as drowsy driver detection, traffic sign recognition, and Intelligent Speed Assist, make the Hornet even safer, making it a solid compact CUV choice.