Design of the Dodge Hornet

If there is one thing that Dodge vehicles are known for, it’s power! There are two engine options available for the Dodge Hornet, and the first is a turbocharged four-cylinder that delivers an effective 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque and makes the Hornet more potent than most crossover SUVs. This engine is known as the Hurricane4, and it provides drivers with a little bit of power if they have a need for speed. In addition, this engine pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel-drive for those who need a little more traction for bad weather days. The Hurricane4 engine allows the Hornet to go from 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds or less. The other engine option is a hybrid which uses a base turbocharged 1.3-liter four-cylinder and adds a battery pack and two electric motors to generate 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque as well as 30 miles of all-electric range and a six-speed automatic transmission.

When it comes to design, the Hornet shares many traits with the Challenger and the Charger, including the menacing-looking grille that adorns the front of the vehicle. The Hornet has tremendous space inside the cabin, including 27 cubic feet with the GT trim and 22.9 cubic feet with the R/T trim. When comparing this amount of space to the rest of the class and when you compare it with the engine’s power, there is nothing like the Hornet in the class. Furthermore, the interior of the Hornet has a sporty look, and most of the controls are race-oriented and tailored for the driver. The red stitching accents complement the black interior nicely, and the Hornet comes in leather and grippy faux-suede upholstery, making drivers and passengers comfortable no matter where they travel.

Now that we have covered the interior of the Hornet, let’s tell you about all the tech items you can get! We begin with the dual-screen cockpit with a digital 12.3-inch instrument panel in front of the driver and a 10.25-inch touchscreen in the center. That touchscreen has a Uconnect 5 system with five times faster speeds than the previous version. In addition, it can hold three times as much memory while providing several apps, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. If you get a higher trim level of the Hornet, you will get a 14-speaker Harmon Kardon audio system that will make your music come in crystal clear. Other features of the Hornet include heated seats and a power tailgate, keyless entry, and automatic wipers. Wondering if the Hornet is a safe vehicle? Wonder no more as every trim of the Hornet comes standard with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, rear parking sensors, and a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert. Need more? You can also get a tech package with adaptive cruise control, lane centering assist, a driver attention monitor, and traffic sign recognition.

As you can see, there is nothing like the Dodge Hornet anywhere on the market! It comes with two powerful engine options, tons of advanced tech, and one of the best-looking interiors out there! But don’t just take our word for it; find out how amazing the Hornet is for yourself by scheduling a test drive with our team here at Northland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram! If you enjoy your test drive, then be sure to check out our finance center, where our team will get you a great deal and even take your trade-in if you have one! Can’t make it down to the dealership right now? Then be sure to check out our complete Dodge inventory here on our website!