2024 Dodge Hornet Overview
The 2024 Dodge Hornet is a compact SUV with impressive performance and modern technology features. It offers two main versions: the gasoline-powered GT and the plug-in hybrid R/T. Below is an overview of each trim level, including key features, performance, safety content, and available packages.
Dodge Hornet GT
Performance and Technology
The Dodge Hornet GT offers a powerful engine and advanced technology, providing a dynamic driving experience with modern connectivity.
Key Features
- Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
- Horsepower: 268 hp
- Torque: 295 lb-ft
- Transmission: 9-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Fuel Economy: 21 MPG city / 29 MPG highway
- Cloth and synthetic leather upholstery
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 10.25-inch Uconnect 5 infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Amazon Alexa integration
- Standard safety features include adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring
Available Packages
- Track Pack: 20-inch Abyss Finish wheels, dual-stage valve suspension, Alcantara® sport seats, aluminum interior accents and pedals, red Brembo brake calipers
- Blacktop® Package: 18-inch Abyss Finish wheels, gloss black painted side window moldings, black mirror caps, black badges
- Tech Pack: 360° surround-view camera, active driving assist, traffic sign recognition, intelligent speed assist, drowsy driver detection, front park sensors
- Cold Weather Package: Heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote vehicle start system
Dodge Hornet GT Plus
Luxury and Enhanced Features
The Dodge Hornet GT Plus enhances the GT trim with additional luxury features, offering an upscale driving experience with advanced infotainment.
Additional Features
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable, heated, and ventilated front seats
- Premium Harman Kardon audio system with 14 speakers
- Wireless device charging
- Enhanced driver-assist features
Available Packages
- Same package options as the GT trim with additional interior luxury enhancements.
Dodge Hornet R/T
Hybrid Performance
The Dodge Hornet R/T offers hybrid performance with electric power and advanced features, providing efficiency and power for an exhilarating drive.
Key Features
- Engine: 1.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 with PHEV system
- Horsepower: 288 hp (including PowerShot feature)
- Torque: 383 lb-ft
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Electric Range: Up to 30 miles on electric power alone
- PowerShot boost mode for additional 30 hp in short bursts
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Uconnect 5 infotainment system
- Standard safety features including active driving assist and speed assist
Available Packages
- Track Pack: Enhanced performance features such as sport seats and suspension upgrades.
- Tech Pack: Includes advanced safety features and semi-autonomous driving capabilities.
- Blacktop® Package: Offers sporty black styling elements.
- Cold Weather Package: Comes standard on this trim.
Dodge Hornet R/T Plus
Advanced Hybrid Features
The Dodge Hornet R/T Plus builds on the R/T trim with additional luxury and technology enhancements, delivering a superior hybrid driving experience.
Additional Features
- Leather seating with additional luxury features
- Premium Harman Kardon audio system
- Wireless device charging
- Advanced safety features including traffic jam assist
Available Packages
- Includes all packages available for the R/T trim with further enhancements in interior comfort and technology.
Performance and Technology
Power Meets Innovation
The Dodge Hornet offers a balance between performance and technology, catering to those who value both speed and modern connectivity. The GT's 268 hp engine allows for a 0-60 mph time of 6.5 seconds, while the R/T's plug-in hybrid system with the PowerShot feature provides a boost for quicker acceleration, achieving 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds.
Technology Features
- The Uconnect 5 system is available across all trims, providing wireless smartphone integration, Alexa connectivity, and personalized settings.
- Amplify your drive with Uconnect® 5 - a one-stop interface with a wide range of connectivity features that are customizable, convenient, and easy to use.
- Hybrid Electric Pages - modify your vehicle’s drive modes, set or adjust the charging schedule, and monitor power consumption.
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot - Keep yourself and your passengers connected on the open road.
- Amazon Alexa - Stream music, search points of interest, check the weather, and more.
Safety Features
Comprehensive Safety
The Hornet includes a comprehensive set of safety features across all trims. Standard features include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and lane keep assist. The Tech Pack adds even more advanced driver-assist features like traffic sign recognition and driver attention monitoring.
Advanced Safety Features
- 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° Surround View Camera - stay aware of your surroundings
- Traffic Sign Recognition - helps identify the legal speed limit on most roads
- Drowsy Driver Detection - notifies drivers when fatigue, distracted or extended driving is suspected
- Front Park Sensors - offers audible and visual distance alerts to help notify drivers when getting dangerously close to nearby obstacles
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What engine options are available for the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
The 2024 Dodge Hornet offers two engine options: a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine for the GT and GT Plus trims, and a 1.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a plug-in hybrid system for the R/T and R/T Plus trims.
What trims are available for the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
The 2024 Dodge Hornet is available in four trims: GT, GT Plus, R/T, and R/T Plus, each offering unique features to accommodate different driver preferences and needs.
Does the 2024 Dodge Hornet offer a hybrid option?
Yes, the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T and R/T Plus trims come equipped with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system that combines a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine with electric power, providing increased efficiency and performance.
What is the PowerShot feature in the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T?
The PowerShot feature in the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T provides an additional 30 horsepower boost for short bursts of acceleration, helping the vehicle achieve 0-60 mph in 5.6 seconds.
What technology features are available in the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
The 2024 Dodge Hornet offers a range of technology features, including a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch Uconnect 5 infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Amazon Alexa integration, and an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.
What safety features come standard in the 2024 Dodge Hornet?
Standard safety features in the 2024 Dodge Hornet include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist, and forward collision warning with full stop. Additional advanced safety features are available through the Tech Pack.
What is the electric range of the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T?
The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T offers an electric range of up to 30 miles when driving on electric power alone, providing efficiency and flexibility for urban and highway driving.
