The 2025 Dodge Hornet raises the bar with sharper styling, stronger performance and an advanced tech suite. Available with a turbocharged gasoline engine or a high-torque plug-in hybrid system, it blends muscle, efficiency and everyday practicality.
Bold Exterior Design & Sporty Appeal
The Hornet stands out with aggressive design elements, including a vented hood, sharp LED headlights and Dodge’s signature bold grille. Available 20-inch Abyss wheels, red Brembo brakes and Blacktop® package accents amplify its road presence.
Performance Options
The Hornet GT features a 2.0L Hurricane turbo I4 generating 268 hp and 295 lb-ft through a 9-speed automatic AWD setup capable of 0–60 mph in 6.5 seconds. The Hornet R/T Plug-In Hybrid uses a 1.3L turbo I4 + electric motors, producing 288 hp and 383 lb-ft. With a 15.5 kWh battery, it accelerates to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds.
Interior Comfort & Technology
The cabin seats five comfortably with premium materials and available heated/ventilated seats. Technology includes a 12.3-inch digital cluster, 10.25-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, remote start and an optional 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio system.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Standard systems include full-speed forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise with stop-and-go. Higher trims add a 360° camera, drowsy driver detection, ParkSense sensors and traffic sign recognition.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Hornet GT | Hornet R/T (PHEV) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 1.3L Turbo I4 + Electric |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 288 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | eAWD |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 sec | 5.6 sec |
| Cargo Capacity | ~27 cu ft | ~27 cu ft |
| Infotainment | 12.3″ cluster, 10.25″ Uconnect 5 | Same |
| Safety | ACC, Blind Spot, FCW | Same |
| Starting MSRP | $35,000 | $42,000 |
Summary
The 2025 Dodge Hornet blends muscle, hybrid innovation and advanced tech in a compact SUV body. Whether choosing the turbocharged GT or the torque-rich plug-in hybrid R/T, drivers enjoy performance, practicality and modern safety features in a stylish package.
