2025 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 2025 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 2025 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.

Quick Specs

Engine – 1.3-liter turbocharged all-aluminum engine with hybrid motor; 2.0-liter Hurricane4 Turbocharged 4-cylinder
Power – Up to 288 horsepower; 383 lb.-feet of torque (hybrid)
Transmission – 6 or 9-speed automatic transmission
Drivetrain – All-wheel drive
Seating Capacity – 5
MPG – 21 in the city; 29 on the highway (Non-Hybrid)*
Cargo Space – 27 cubic feet with under-floor storage

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 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 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Its horsepower and torque are impressive for a small SUV: 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The GT requires premium gasoline for optimal performance.

The second powertrain option is the plug-in hybrid, which combines a turbocharged 1.3-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine with a 90-kW electric motor capable of 30 miles of all-electric range. The hybrid 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. for all-wheel drive control. 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 horsepower, 383 pound-feet 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 Comfort and Technology

Uconnect 5®
10.25-inch Color Touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
Amazon Alexa
Hybrid Electric Pages
4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot
Power Sunroof
Hands-Free Power Liftgate
12-inch Driver Information Digital Cluster Display
Alcantara® Heated Front Seats
Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System
Wireless Smartphone Charger

Safety and Driver Assistance

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®
Traffic Sign Recognition
Intelligent Speed Assist
Drowsy Driver Detection

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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*Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary. Use for comparison purposes only.