07/05/2023
Dodge
Dodge is taking a historic step on the brand's century-plus journey to pure performance, introducing the all-new Dodge Hornet, the brand's first-ever electrified performance vehicle. The 2024 Dodge Hornet disrupts the fast-growing compact utility vehicle (CUV) segment, building buzz with a distinctive Dodge combination of muscular styling wrapped around best-in-class standard performance from a multi-energy powertrain roster and a swarm of class-exclusive performance features.
The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T performance hybrid - the first-ever electrified performance vehicle from Dodge - opens a "gateway" for enthusiasts to enter the Dodge Brotherhood of Muscle. The Dodge Hornet R/T delivers the most powerful utility vehicle in the segment with 288 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque, offering 32 miles of all-electric range via a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery, as well as 77 MPGe and 360 miles of total range.
The Dodge Hornet GT is the industry's fastest and most powerful gas-powered compact utility vehicle. Fueled by the Hurricane4 engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four cylinder, the GT boasts the segment's most powerful gas engine at 268 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque.
The "Head of Hive" 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T carries extra sting with a class-exclusive, on-demand PowerShot feature that supplies a burst of 30 horsepower, reaching 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.
With additional best-in-class and class-exclusive dynamic driving features such as Koni shocks, Brembo four-piston brake calipers, dynamic torque vectoring and more, as well as standard all-wheel drive for both the R/T and GT, the 2024 Dodge Hornet is designed for performance lovers seeking a CUV that drives like a Dodge, looks like a Dodge and sounds like a Dodge.
New for 2024
Dodge Hornet R/T debuts for 2024 model year as first-ever electrified performance vehicle from Dodge, delivering the most powerful utility vehicle in the segment with 288 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque
Dodge Hornet R/T offers 32 miles of all-electric range via a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery, as well as 77 MPGe and 360 miles of total range
Class-exclusive, on-demand PowerShot feature for Hornet R/T performance hybrid supplies a burst of 30 horsepower, resulting in a 0 to 60 mph time of 5.6 seconds
Dodge Hornet R/T offers Sport Mode and three hybrid driving modes: Hybrid, Electric and E-Save
Hands-free liftgate functionality standard for both the Hornet R/T Plus and Hornet GT Plus
Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist System included in Tech Pack optional package
Highlights
All-new Dodge Hornet delivers best-in-class performance from two models in a multi-energy powertrain roster, with each featuring a dedicated powertrain and standard all-wheel drive
Dodge Hornet R/T performance hybrid - the first-ever electrified performance vehicle from Dodge - is the most powerful utility vehicle in the segment with 288 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque, and offers 32 miles of all-electric range via a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery
Dodge Hornet GT, fueled by the Hurricane4 engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four cylinder, debuts as the segment's most powerful gas engine at 268 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque
Features and packages for Dodge Hornet are not fenced off between the Hornet GT and Hornet R/T models - all content, other than power/performance steps, are available for both models
North American-developed steering, suspension and transmission calibrations specific to Dodge Hornet
Key standard content for both the Hornet R/T and GT includes:
12.3-inch Digital TFT Cluster
10.25-inch Uconnect 5 Radio
Dual Zone HVAC
L1 Advanced Driver Assist Systems
2024 Dodge Hornet R/T - "Head of Hive" is electrified
Class-exclusive, on-demand PowerShot feature for Hornet R/T performance hybrid supplies a burst of 30 horsepower, resulting in a 0 to 60 mph time of 5.6 seconds
Shaves 1.5 seconds off normal 0 to 60 mph times by boosting horsepower and acceleration using bursts of power deployed by the battery and electric motor
Provides 15 seconds of horsepower boost, and can be repeated after 15-second cool down period
Activates by pulling both steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters and performing a pedal kickdown
System checks battery charge and temperature levels before performing PowerShot function
When activated, a PowerShot symbol in the instrument cluster provides real-time feedback to the driver
R/T offers Sport Mode and three hybrid driving modes: Hybrid, Electric and E-Save
Hybrid Mode: Provides maximum combined efficiency of the conventional engine and e-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 kickdown
E-Save Mode: Gives priority to the conventional engine to preserve battery charge, with a Passive option to maintain the charge and an Active option to help recharge the battery
Sport Mode for the Hornet R/T is performance focused and accessible by a dedicated button on the center console, unlocking a sharper throttle, optimized shift schedule, access to the hybrid system optimized power and torque and tighter steering wheel feel
Hornet R/T also works to replenish battery power with a regenerative braking feature that recovers kinetic energy and stores it in the battery for future deployment, as well as an e-Coasting function, activated during throttle release, which allows for shorter stopping distances and additional energy recovery
Standard features on the R/T include 18-inch Graphite Grey wheels, Dodge-branded Brembo front fixed calipers, dual exhaust, steering-mounted paddle shifters and more
The Hornet R/T all-wheel-drive system adjusts power automatically between the 1.3-liter engine that powers the front axle and the electric motor that drives the rear wheels, providing optimal traction and control to all four wheels
2024 Dodge Hornet GT
Industry's fastest and most powerful gas-powered compact utility vehicle
Features a Sport Mode, easily reachable by a dedicated button on the steering wheel, which unlocks a sharper throttle, optimized shift schedule, access to full power and torque and a tighter steering wheel feel, and a stiffer suspension setting if equipped with Dual Stage Valve shocks
Sport Mode takes Hornet GT from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds
All-wheel drive is standard on Hornet GT
Three packages are available on both Hornet R/T and GT:
Blacktop Package
Brings to life an automotive version of a "murder Hornet"
Achieves a blacked-out look through 18-inch Abyss alloy wheels, Gloss Black badging and mirror caps and Gloss Black painted daylight opening (DLO) molding
Track Pack
Offers the most performance-oriented configuration
Upgrades to 20-inch Abyss wheels, Dual Stage Valve Suspension, Alcantara sport seats, Aluminum interior accents and pedals, and red brake calipers
Tech Pack
Delivers features including Highway Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Assist, Drowsy Driver Detection, front-park sensors, ParkView 360 camera and Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist
Plus models are available for both the R/T and GT:
R/T Plus includes full leather seating surfaces, eight-way power passenger seat, ventilated front seats, sunroof, Harmon Kardon sound system, hands-free power liftgate
GT Plus adds full leather seating surfaces, eight-way power driver and passenger seat, ventilated front seats, driver memory (three settings), sunroof, Harmon Kardon sound system, hands-free power liftgate, wireless charging, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, remote start system, auto-dimming
Powertrains
Hornet R/T:
Features a 1.3-liter turbocharged all-aluminum engine, part of the Stellantis Global Small Engine (GSE) family, which includes exclusive third-generation MultiAir technology that improves combustion efficiency by adjusting valve lift and timing
An electric induction motor powers the rear axle; the 90-kW electric motor can deliver 1,844 lb.-ft. (2,500 Nm) of torque from 0 rpm
Power is optimized by a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, fitted with a refrigerant gas cooling circuit to keep the battery at its optimum temperature
A starter generator delivers torque to the engine belt, aiding in dynamic response and recharging of the battery
A high-power inverter and 7.4-kW charging module allow for a full battery charge to be reached in approximately 2.5 hours using a Level 2 charger
The R/T system is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission
Hornet GT:
The GT is powered by the Hurricane4 engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder
Features direct fuel injection and engine stop-start technology, providing iconic dynamic performance to the tune of 268 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque, combined with low emissions
Engine is mated to a fully electronic nine-speed transmission
All-new Dodge Hornet unleashes muscular Dodge DNA design vocabulary on a new segment
Characteristic Dodge styling cues include a hood that features integrated heat extractors for a performance-focused appearance
Front also incorporates a "mail slot"-style grille opening sculpted into the fascia, reinforcing the horizontal brow of the upper grille and lamp graphics - creating a serious, all-business demeanor
Headlamp signature lighting offers an unmistakable, focused down-the-road read for Hornet, with LED reflectors and an illuminated daytime running light (DRL) signature
Integrating into the muscular lines of the bodyside are the matte black molded-in color lower cladding and valances; Hornet R/T receives unique new Abyss painted lower cladding and rear valance with integrated dual exhaust ports
Vehicle-width taillamp with center illuminated Dodge Rhombi logo is a first for a Dodge vehicle
Unique new exterior Hornet badge on the fender celebrates the revival of the Hornet and joins iconic Dodge badging lineup
Inside, the performance interior follows the driver-focused design that is a calling card of the Dodge brand vehicle lineup
Center stack controls, display screens and more are subtly "tipped" toward the driver, putting the individual in the cockpit at the center of the action
Instrument panel utilizes a wrapped and stitched mid-bolster that extends through the instrument panel and achieves a cross-car read, creating a lighter feeling while adding visual width
Red stitching accents, standard on Hornet, flow throughout the black interior, including on the mid-bolster, seats and armrest
Ignition control is positioned prominently on the accent-painted finish console
Additional performance controls are placed at the fingertips with a button on the performance-oriented flat-bottom steering wheel that enables drivers to choose between Sport and Standard drive modes for the GT and hybrid driving modes for the R/T, keeping the driver connected to the car
Premium interior touches include class-exclusive Alcantara seats, with an embroidered Dodge Rhombi logo, included on the Track Pack option
Racing-oriented Alcantara seats feature unique "red crust" accents that visually burst out and gradually fade, highlighting the unique Alcantara seat perforation
Leather seating is standard for the R/T Plus and GT Plus, with optional red leather seats for those seeking more Dodge attitude on the inside
Driving dynamics: all-new Dodge Hornet arrives ready to disrupt the status quo of the mainstream CUV segment with a swarm of class-exclusive and best-in-class performance features that optimize driving dynamics such as suspension, braking, steering and handling performance, including:
Class-exclusive Koni(R) frequency selective damping shocks improve handling and ride comfort - standard on the R/T and GT models
Class-exclusive Brembo four-piston front fixed calipers - the only front fixed calipers in the segment - offer ultimate braking power and are standard on the R/T and available on GT
Class-exclusive brake-by-wire Intelligent Braking System technology offers consistent performance and pedal feel under multiple driving conditions and is standard on R/T
Class-exclusive available dual-stage-valve suspension provides for driver-selectable suspension damping and can be customized while behind the wheel, available with the Track Pack option for R/T and GT
Best-in-class front and rear fully independent suspension, standard on the Hornet R/T and Hornet GT, features an optimized front MacPherson geometry and unique rear 3-link Chapman suspension
Best-in-class dynamic torque vectoring delivers torque with electronic precision, and when used with Sport Mode the system acts as an electronic limited slip differential - standard on R/T and GT
Enhanced body stiffness offers greater rigidity and gives the driver confidence and control under cornering, and best-in-class weight distribution on the Hornet R/T provides optimal balance of masses on the AWD base to optimize torque delivery and handling - standard on R/T and GT
Dodge Hornet performance features brought to the mainstream pay real-world dividends: the Hornet delivers best-in-class maximum lateral g-force numbers of 0.90 for the R/T model and 0.87 for the GT
Dodge Hornet delivers a technologically advanced user experience, maintaining the Dodge driver-centric user feel through a best-in-class standard 12.3-inch digital cockpit cluster screen and standard 10.25-inch Uconnect 5 infotainment system central display
Hornet offers 22.5 inches of combined in-vehicle display screen space
12.3-inch digital cockpit cluster displays three separate information zones, allowing the driver to select within each area to customize the crisp, clear display graphics
Options include an "Evolved" theme that crops gauge displays to maximize the center display area
Drivers can customize the screen to display performance Sport Mode gauges or select from one of three hybrid drive mode displays for the Hornet R/T
Uconnect 5 infotainment system, standard on Hornet, is Android-based, easy to use and intuitive:
Favorite home screen layouts, music preferences, HVAC controls, seat positions and more can be customized and linked to individual profiles
System can be connected to two phones simultaneously, and Wireless Android and Apple CarPlay allow easy, cord-free connectivity
Uconnect 5 system offers content-rich features to keep occupants connected to their digital lifestyles, including Amazon Alexa in-vehicle interaction
Users can ask Alexa to perform functions such as close a garage door at home while inside the vehicle or use Alexa-enabled devices at home to start the car, lock/unlock doors and more
Additional comfort, safety and technology features include a best-in-class Harman Kardon premium sound system, standard on the GT Plus and R/T Plus, equipped with 14 speakers powered by 465 watts of total system output
The Hornet takes advantage of advanced technology to offer a slate of innovative safety features that are new for the Dodge brand. Standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and safety features for the Hornet include:
Automatic Emergency Braking, which detects pedestrians or cyclists on the road and delivers a visual and acoustic warning, and can bring the vehicle to a full stop to mitigate collision
Lane Support System gives a visual and haptic warning when straying from a vehicle lane while driving and performs automatic counter steering
Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Path alerts drivers via a visual warning through a triangular icon on the side mirrors, chimes with a warning when the turn signal is active
Hornet also offers three levels of parking assistance with acoustic and visual warnings displayed on the 10.25-inch main screen
Standard features include four rear parking sensors along with a high-definition back-up camera with guidelines, with additional available parking assistance on the Tech Pak
Level 2 autonomous driving, with new ADAS features that take safety and comfort to the next level, are optional with the Tech Pack, and include:
Intelligent Speed Assist with Traffic Sign Recognition detects the speed limit and provides the driver a one-click option to adjust speeds
Driver Attention Assist detects signs of fatigue and alerts weary drivers with a visual and acoustic warning on the cluster
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (IACC) maintains an appropriate speed and distance with functionality that supports stop-and-go traffic
Lateral Control/Lane Support system combines Lane Control and Traffic Jam Assist to keep the vehicle centered on the lane
Direct Connection performance parts for the all-new Dodge Hornet:
Dodge brand's Direct Connection parts portfolio will expand with performance products developed exclusively for the Dodge Hornet to give those power-hungry enthusiasts the keys to the only factory-backed performance upgrades in the segment
Dodge Hornet R/T and GT GLH Concepts pay homage to the high-performance Dodge Omni GLH (Goes Like Hell) produced in the mid-1980s and also showcase potential performance paths created with Direct Connection parts
Direct Connection content featured on the Hornet GT GLH concepts include:
Stage kit that offers stackable performance upgrades for the GT model
Suspension lowering kit drops the Hornet more than an inch, creating a lower center of gravity and enhanced cornering dynamics
Unrestricted dual exhaust with black chrome tips provides a throaty performance note
Exclusive Direction Connection GLH 20-inch painted and machine-faced wheels
Exclusive Direct Connection GLH graphics, including stripes and logos
Black-painted lower trim with exhaust cutout rear fascia
Direct Connection parts are exclusively available through Dodge Power Brokers dealers, with the vehicle warranty maintained when covered parts are installed by a Power Brokers dealer
Dodge Power Brokers dealers are equipped with staff trained to deliver a performance-focused customer experience
Additional details, including horsepower numbers, pricing and availability of Direct Connection parts for the Hornet, will be announced at a later date
Model Lineup
For 2024, the Dodge Hornet lineup consists of four models:
GT
G/T Plus
R/T
R/T Plus
Available Exterior Colors
Acapulco Gold
Blu Bayou
Blue Steele
Gray Cray
Hot Tamale
Q Ball
8 Ball
Available Interior Colors
Black Cloth/Leatherette Seats
Black Leather Seats
Red Leather Seats
Black Alcantara Seats with Red Accents
More Information
Please visit the Dodge Hornet newsroom for the latest product information, photography and videography, plus access to specifications and feature availability documents.
Dodge//SRT
For more than 100 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Their influence continues today as Dodge shifts into high gear with a lineup that delivers unrivaled performance in each of the segments where they compete.
Dodge drives forward as a pure performance brand, offering SRT Hellcat versions of the Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Dodge Durango, as well as an R/T performance hybrid version of the all-new Dodge Hornet, representing the brand's first-ever electrified performance vehicle. Dodge delivers the drag-strip dominating 807-horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock; the 797-horsepower Dodge Charger SRT Redeye, the most powerful and fastest mass-produced sedan in the world; and the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, the most powerful SUV ever; and best-in-class standard performance in the compact utility vehicle segment with the Dodge Hornet. Combined, these four muscle vehicles make Dodge the industry's most powerful brand, offering more horsepower than any other American brand across its entire lineup.
In 2022, the Dodge brand ranked No. 1 in the J.D. Power APEAL Study (mass market), making it the only domestic brand ever to do so three years in a row. In 2020, Dodge was named the "#1 Brand in Initial Quality," making it the first domestic brand ever to rank No. 1 in the J.D. Power Initial Quality Study (IQS).
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