2025 Dodge Hornet Plug-in Hybrid

Price Range: $41,645 - $46,990 ^{Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.}

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National Market Price

$39,745

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2025 Dodge Hornet Review

by Jared Gall^{Correspondent
Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at Edmunds and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.}

Pros

Relatively sporty performance for a small SUV
Usable battery-only range with R/T plug-in hybrid
Easy-to-use Uconnect 5 infotainment system
Somewhat more spacious than competitors

Cons

Limited storage for smaller items
GT model gets lower fuel economy than competition
Noticeable road noise with optional 20-inch wheels

What's new

No major changes for 2025
Part of the first Dodge Hornet generation introduced for 2023

Overview

You wouldn't expect the first new Dodge in a decade to come from Italy, but here we are. Maybe that's a hyperbolic leap, but the 2025 Dodge Hornet, which shares mechanical roots with the Alfa Romeo Tonale, has injected some vigor into the Dodge brand ahead of its very electric future. It's an odd thing to say about a subcompact SUV for a brand with a long history of six- and eight-cylinder muscle cars. But it's not without precedent. Buyers who remember the compact Neon SRT-4 from the early 2000s know that Dodge can do high performance in a small package. The Hornet looks to revive that streak.

Dodge Hornet PHEV Insights

Trim:

Hornet R/T

All Electric Range

33 miles

EPA Estimated Electric Range

The Hornet will automatically switch to gas when the electric battery is low.^{Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.}

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Charging

4 hrs

240V Home Charging^{Estimated total charging time when using a 240V outlet. This is either a 3-prong or 4-prong outlet used for appliances, for example a clothes dryer.}

EV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.

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Hybrid Parts Warranty

8 yrs or 80,000 miles^{Hybrid batteries are federally mandated to carry at least 8 years or 100,000 miles of warranty coverage from the manufacturer. Batteries that lose capacity more rapidly than expected should be eligible for replacement under warranty. Coverage of additional hybrid components beyond the battery itself will vary by automaker.}

According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.

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Cost to Drive

$125/mo

Hornet

$162/mo

SUV Avg.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

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Edmunds spotlight: Hornet has enough style and sting for now

The 2025 Hornet marks the third year of production for the new model. Mild styling updates like slight front-end tweaks and new headlights often accompany this juncture, but Dodge has left well enough alone for 2025. The Hornet's svelte shape is a good look, reminiscent of its Ford Escape and Mazda CX-30 rivals, and doesn't appear in need of an urgent refresh. The Hornet is well sorted on performance too. The GT trim can dash from zero to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds with its 268-horsepower turbo four-cylinder engine. The R/T trim can cover the same distance in 5.6 seconds using the PowerShot feature, which uncorks short bursts of 30 horsepower more from its four-cylinder and electric motor combo. It can also travel up to 33 miles on battery power alone.

Competitors to consider

The Hornet is a tween, slightly larger and more powerful than extra-small SUVs like the Hyundai Kona, Chevrolet Trailblazer and Mazda CX-30, but not quite as versatile as bigger compact SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Among those two groups, only a handful also offer a plug-in hybrid model: the Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sorento and RAV4 Prime. None really offers the Hornet's distinct blend of performance and efficiency, though.

Which Hornet does Edmunds recommend?

The GT Plus looks to be the sweet spot. It's a bit of a stretch from the base GT model but adds a bunch of equipment that will make a difference in day-to-day use, including heated and ventilated seats, leather upholstery, a sunroof and an upgraded sound system.

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Save as much as $3,900 with Edmunds ^{Click on the trim you’re interested in to see what Edmunds suggests you should pay to get a good deal. Savings vary by trim; $3,900 refers to estimated savings off of MSRP for the R/T trim.}

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Build & Price

Dodge Hornet Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.8

25 reviews

5(52%)

4(16%)

3(8%)

2(4%)

1(20%)

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Owner Reviews Summary

The overall sentiment for the 2025 Dodge Hornet is mixed. Owners love the car's sporty feel, comfortable seats, and stylish design, with some also praising its driving fun and unique character. However, many owners report serious concerns about reliability, pointing to issues like electrical problems and a small cargo area. Some also find the touchscreen controls confusing, and there are complaints about the car being cramped and having questionable build quality.

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Driving this car caused my wife to sell her car

Dodgeman , 04/09/2025

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A)

With the hybrid Pacifica waiting for a warranty battery we were given a Hornet to drive. The handling is pretty good. Not fast like my SRT4 NEON, but similar and with better ride quality. That's why the two stars. Everything else about this car sucks. Not knowing when the battery would arrive we could not imagine one more minute in this car as the dealer tries to write down the value of …

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NOTE: This video is about the 2023 Dodge Hornet, but since the 2025 Dodge Hornet is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

From compacts to luxury EVs and everything in between, there are tons of new SUVs coming out in 2023 – so many that it can be a little overwhelming to keep track of them all. That’s why, in this video, Edmunds’ Lauren McCay takes you through our picks for the best upcoming SUVs of 2023-2024. Check it out above!

2025 Dodge Hornet Features & Specs

Type:

Plug-in Hybrid

Trim:

R/T

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$41,645
EV Tax Credits & Rebates	$500 Based on income
Engine Type	Plug-in hybrid
EPA Electric Range	33 miles
Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas)	77 MPGe^{MPGe is the official metric that the EPA uses to measure the efficiency of alternative-fuel (including electric) vehicles. Just like regular MPG shows how far a car will travel on one gallon of gas, MPGe shows how far a vehicle will drive on 33.7kWh of electricity - the energy equivalent of one gallon of gasoline. Combined MPGe is the combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe.}
Cost to Drive	$125/month
Total Charging Time (240V)	4.0 hours
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	22.9 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Hornet include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system

FAQ

Is the Dodge Hornet a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Hornet both on the road and at the track. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Hornet has 22.9 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Dodge Hornet. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Dodge Hornet?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Dodge Hornet:

No major changes for 2025
Part of the first Dodge Hornet generation introduced for 2023

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Is the Dodge Hornet reliable?

To determine whether the Dodge Hornet is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Hornet. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Hornet's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Dodge Hornet a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Dodge Hornet is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Hornet is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Dodge Hornet?

The least-expensive 2025 Dodge Hornet is the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $41,645.

Other versions include:

R/T 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A) which starts at $41,645
R/T Plus 4dr SUV AWD (1.3L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A) which starts at $46,990