If you’re searching for something that perfectly blends the practicalities of an SUV with the performance of a sedan, look no further than the 2024 Dodge Hornet. This compact utility vehicle delivers power, comfort, and sportiness in a small package. Available in four trims, we look at what each offers to help you pick the Hornet that best suits your lifestyle.
Trim Levels of the 2024 Dodge Hornet
1. GT
Straight out of the starting blocks is the Hornet GT, which earns the title of the fastest CUV in the segment. Thanks to a 268 horsepower 2.0-liter Hurricane turbocharged engine, the GT produces 295 pound-feet of torque, pushing this firecracker to top speeds of 140 mph. Dodge combines this power with four-wheel drive, letting you hitch up a 2,000-pound trailer or camper and head off for weekend getaways.
Sporty Exterior
Even as the base trim, the GT dominates the streets of Clinton with its sporty curves and hornet-hive-inspired gloss-black grille. LED tail and headlights with daytime running lamps illuminate the road ahead while the 17-inch silver aluminum wheels carry you smoothly across every surface.
Leatherette upholstery lines the interior for an upmarket feel. Six-way front seats and a leather-wrapped tilting and telescoping steering wheel let you adjust the cockpit to suit your frame, and dual-zone automatic climate control keeps the cabin at the perfect temperature.
Standard Tech
Entertainment comes courtesy of the Dodge Uconnect system and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with smartphone compatibility. The base Hornet is also equipped with a good selection of driver-assist technologies, including rear ParkSense, blind-spot monitoring, and forward collision mitigation.
2. GT Plus
Building on the GT, the GT Plus adds a KONI Frequency Selective Dampening Suspension, improving both stability and handling. Leather upholstery gives the interior a more luxurious appearance and drivers receive a customizable 12.3-inch cluster display to view pertinent information. An infotainment upgrade means a navigation system is now installed to ensure you’ll always find your way around Clinton’s streets.
3. R/T
Where the GT is the fastest in its class, the R/T is crowned the most powerful CUV. It switches out the engine for a plug-in hybrid powertrain for 288 horsepower and up to 383 pound-feet of torque, propelling this Hornet from 0-60 in just 5.6 seconds. Although this trim stands shoulder-to-shoulder with gas competitors, it outperforms them in efficiency, delivering an EPA-estimated total hybrid range of 360 miles.
4. R/T Plus
For the ultimate Hornet, Dodge brings us the R/T Plus, combining the R/T’s hybrid capabilities with all the desirable features of the GT Plus.
Will you opt for the fastest CUV on the market or the most powerful one? Only you can decide. Visit Clay Maxey Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Clinton, AR today, and let our knowledgeable team help you find your perfect Hornet.
