FAQs About the 2024 Dodge Hornet

2023 Dodge Hornet Color Options The Dodge Hornet is guaranteed to be a blast to drive. We’ve written about it before here on our website, and there is no doubt that Dodge has some exciting things in store. When it comes to design, the Hornet can't be beaten. more That being said, you’ll have the chance to choose your own Dodge Hornet design to some extent. Each driver gets to choose their own paint color, after all, so you’ll get the opportunity to choose something that matches your personality and your preferred driving style. Dodge Hornet Paint Hues So, what are the paint color options on the Dodge Hornet? We’re glad you asked. Here is a list of each one that will be available for 2023: 8 Ball black Hot Tamale red Gray cray Blue Bayou Blue Steele Q Ball white Acapulco Gold What Other Design Elements Can You Find? Overall, the Dodge Hornet’s design is unlike anything you’ve yet seen in the SUV market. It’s sleek, athletic and bold all at the same time. The model features what Dodge calls a “mail-slot” style of grille and the Dodge Rhombi logo. Though this doesn’t appear to be equipped with every model, some Hornet variations that we’ve seen have been equipped with an offset racing stripe running down the hood. It’s a design focused on serious performance and style. Learn More About the Dodge Hornet The 2023 Dodge Hornet will start with an MSRP under $30,000. We don’t have the exact number yet, but we do know you can expect to be able to choose from a plug-in hybrid variation of the model or the 265-horsepower GT model. Either way, you can’t go wrong with this stylish new SUV, so call our experts here at Benna CDJR to see if it is available for a test drive.

Dodge entered the popular compact crossover segment this past year with the introduction of the 2023 Dodge Hornet.  2023 models arrived in the Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram inventory late in the 2023 model year.  In typical Dodge fashion, they brought to the segment its most powerful gas engine and a distinct performance focus to its overall design.  Now come the 2024 models, which add the Hornet R/T. This plug-in hybrid represents the first-ever electrified vehicle from Dodge and the most powerful model in the Hornet lineup. Bringing Performance to the Compact Crossover Segment The Hornet GT and GT Plus carry one with the Hurricane4 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 connected to a 9-speed automatic transmission. It is the segment’s most powerful gas engine producing 268 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque. EPA-estimated city/highway/combined MPG is 21/29/24. For 2024, the Hornet lineup adds the R/T and R/T Plus plug-in hybrid models. The engine is a 1.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 connected to a 6-speed automatic that powers the front wheels. Powering the rear wheels is a 90-kW electric motor that receives its energy from a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Combined, the engine and motor produce 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft. of torque. The model provides an estimated 32 miles of electric-only range. So if your daily round-trip commute is within that distance, the Hornet R/T can be a daily electric vehicle.  After the electric range is depleted, there remains battery power to assist the engine.  The Hornet R/T is rated at 77 MPGe and has a total range of 360 miles. The “Head of Hive” 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T carries extra sting with a class-exclusive, on-demand PowerShot feature that supplies a 15-second burst of 30 horsepower, enabling a run from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, while the Dodge Hornet GT reaches 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds in Sport Mode. Hornet performance goes beyond mere acceleration. All models in the lineup feature standard Koni shocks and Brembo four-piston brake calipers. The models also include torque vectoring to assist in fast curves, and of course, all R/T models feature all-wheel drive. Activated by a steering wheel button, the Hornet GT features a Sport Mode, which increases throttle response, shifts at higher rpm, tightens steering wheel feel, and provides a stiffer suspension setting if equipped with Dual Stage Valve shocks.  The Hornet R/T offers Sport Mode and three hybrid driving modes: Hybrid, Electric, and E-Save Hybrid Mode: Provides maximum combined efficiency of the engine and motor, minimizing fuel consumption by setting electric priority until a minimum battery level is met Electric Mode: Offers an all-electric, zero-emission mode, and automatically switches to hybrid when the battery is depleted or when extra power is requested by driver pedal kick-down E-Save Mode: Gives priority to the conventional engine to preserve battery charge, possibly to save for city driving when all-electric propulsion is its most efficient.  The Passive option maintains the existing charge, while the Active option will recharge the battery as you drive. Sport Mode: Activated by a dedicated button on the center console, this produces sharper throttle response, higher shift points, access to the hybrid system’s optimized power and torque, as well as a tighter steering feel. The Hornet R/T also recharges the battery from regenerative braking and coasting from the throttle lift. The regenerative braking also reduces brake wear. Packaging All Hornets are equipped with a 12.3-inch Digital TFT Cluster, 10.25-inch center touchscreen and dual-zone automatic climate control wireless phone connectivity, and blind spot warning, among other features.  Also standard is Active Driving Assist which includes Distance Pacing Cruise Control, and lane centering. Besides the drivetrain, additional standard features on the R/T model include: Heated front seats 8-way power driver seat with 3-way memory Driver-side auto-dimming mirror Remote start system The R/T Plus adds: Full leather seating surfaces 8-way power passenger seat Ventilated front seats Sunroof Harmon Kardon sound system Hands-free power liftgate The GT Plus basically adds all of the additional R/T and R/T Plus features. Three packages are available on both Hornet R/T and GT: The Blacktop Package brings to life an automotive version of a “murder Hornet” with a blacked appearance including: 18-inch Abyss alloy wheels Gloss Black badging and mirror caps Gloss Black painted daylight opening (DLO) molding The Track Pack offers the most performance-oriented configuration with: 20-inch Abyss wheels Dual Stage Valve Suspension Alcantara sport seats Aluminum interior accents and pedals Red brake calipers The Tech Pack builds on the Active Driver Assist system by adding: Highway Assist Traffic Sign Recognition Intelligent Speed Assist Drowsy Driver Detection Front-park sensors ParkView 360 camera Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist The Hornet shows that as Dodge enters a new era of electrified and even EVs, Dodge's performance values remain steadfast.  It is obvious yet meaningful to call the Hornet the Dodge of compact crossovers. To see all of what that means, pay a visit to Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and experience the Hornet for yourself.

The brand-new Dodge Hornet R/T has recently debuted and is winning over the hearts of journalists and customers alike. In its first year on sale, it has already won a top award for its fantastic 1.3-liter engine. WardsAuto has named the 2024 Hornet R/T as a winner of their 2023 Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems award. Engine & Battery The Dodge Hornet R/T is powered by a plug-in hybrid electric engine (PHEV) with a 1.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 gasoline engine producing 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. There is also a 90kW electric motor attached to the rear axle. With a 15.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the Hornet R/T can drive more than 30 miles on a single electric charge. The R/T also introduces a new technology called PowerShot performance that gives the Hornet a 30 horsepower boost while also delivering instant torque. Dodge says this takes 1.5 seconds off the regular 0-60 mph time. The system boosts the power and acceleration through 15-second bursts from the battery system and electric motor. What The Testers Say “This powertrain is a joy to drive in most situations, from punching up PowerShot on a launch to silent EV motoring on local errands,” said Bob Gritzinger, WardsAuto editor-in-chief and a Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems judge. “It’s quick when you want it, mellow when you’re just cruising.” Who Is WardsAuto? WardsAuto, the illustrious automotive trade magazine published since 1924, is best known for its Ward’s 10 Best Engines that started in 1994. Their experts test only new vehicles with a base price of less than $65,000. Testing occurs for two months per car, and then each is scored based on typical, everyday driving scenarios with zero instrumented testing. Wards looks at power, torque, noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), among other things. In 2020, due to the rise of electric vehicles, they changed the name to Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems. “Driving fun won’t ever go out of style, and the 1.3-liter turbo PHEV that powers the Dodge Hornet R/T, as well as other very successful models around the world, opens a new chapter for performance,” said Micky Bly, Stellantis head of global propulsion systems. “Our global electrification strategy is in full execution mode and with it comes new levels of capability and performance, all geared toward powering class-leading products that deliver on our ambition for clean, safe and affordable mobility.” At Benna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we offer our customers some of the best prices and services. With dozens of new and used vehicles to choose from, our outstanding sales team and finance department will work hard to make sure you drive away happy. And our fantastic service department will take care of your new-to-you vehicle as if it were their own.