2024 Dodge Hornet Plug-in Hybrid

The Dodge Hornet is an extra-small SUV that packs a particularly potent punch for a vehicle its size. Where other subcompact sport-utes might be lucky to exceed 150 horsepower, the Hornet makes a whopping 268 horsepower in base form. The Hornet is based on the same architecture that underpins the Alfa Romeo Tonale, and it inherits a similar plug-in hybrid drivetrain option pumping out 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque available in the new R/T model. All Hornet SUVs come standard with all-wheel drive and a healthy assortment of tech and convenience features.

The 288-horsepower turbo-four plug-in hybrid drivetrain offered in the R/T and R/T Plus trims is capable of 0-60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 5.6 seconds when you engage the PowerShot feature, which temporarily supplies the Hornet with an extra 30 hp for a limited time. In addition to granting extra power, the hybrid system also allows for up to 33 miles of range on battery power alone when set to Electric mode.

Though it's slightly bigger and more powerful, the Dodge Hornet competes in the extra-small SUV category, which includes the Honda HR-V, Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen Taos, Subaru Crosstrek, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Kona, Chevrolet Trailblazer and Mazda CX-30. Given its significant horsepower advantage and higher price point, consumers might also cross-shop the Hornet against larger compact offerings such as the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue.

Four trim levels of Dodge Hornet are available: GT, GT Plus, R/T and R/T Plus. GT and GT Plus models are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine making 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. R/T and R/T Plus models receive a turbocharged 1.3-liter four-cylinder plug-in hybrid setup good for 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. All models come standard with all-wheel drive. Features for each trim include: