2023 Dodge Hornet
It’s finally here. After much anticipation, the first alternative fuel vehicle from Dodge is here. It may not be a Fratzog model, a part of the upcoming all-electric lineup, but not all gasoline either. A plug-in hybrid, the 2023 Dodge Hornet takes the automaker into a new direction. With GT models already available, with plans to release R/T later into the model year, we get a chance to see the kind of power a Dodge PHEV can do. Check out these specs!
268
Max. Horsepower
2.0-liter Hurricane4 Turbo
Powertrain
295 lb-ft
Max. Torque
Performance
Style
Technology 
Performance
Powertrain
The 2023 Dodge Hornet is currently available in two trims – GT AWD and GT PLUS AWD. Both come with the same powertrain, but the plug-in hybrid part of it seems to be missing. Only the engine, a 2.0-liter Hurricane4 Turbo able to generate 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, is mentioned. Nor is the charging capabilities. Planned for release is the R/T Hybrid, a combination of a 1.3-liter turbocharged all-aluminum engine, optimized with exclusive third-generation MultiAir technology, and a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack powering a 90-kW electric motor that can deliver 184 lb.-ft. (250 Nm) of torque at 0 rpm.
Driving and Handling
Back when Stellantis was still separate, Fiat Chrysler automobiles (FCA) were working on a new “hybrid-ready” ZF 8HP transmission, but for now, the 2023 Dodge Hornet uses a 9-speed 948TE automatic transmission. The fuel economy for both trims is the same. The 2023 Dodge Hornet has a fuel economy of 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. A dual mode suspension helps to increase response in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. A Sport Mode comes standard for increased throttle response and control.
Style
Exterior Features
The first plug-in hybrid by Dodge, both trims will come with a number of standard features, including power, heated exterior mirrors; an automatic dusk sensor for automatic high beams and headlamp control; LED tail lamps; an upper and lower mesh grill; rain-sensitive windshield wipers; privacy glass; and an LED license plate. Only the GT PLUS AWD comes with a power liftgate. Both trims come with Chrome “GT” and “Hornet” badges, available in black, and seven paint colors – 8 Ball, Gray Cray, Blue Steele, Blu Bayou, Hot Tamale, Acapulco Gold, and Q Ball. 17-inch wheels are the standard, but 18- and 20-inch wheels are available.
Interior Features
The interior upholstery is a combination of cloth and leatherette, with Alcantara upholstery available for both trims, and all-leather only standard on the 2023 Dodge Hornet GT PLUS AWD. This trim can also get red full-leather seats. Standard interior features include a 60/40 rear seat bench with ski pass-thru to the trunk, dual-zone automatic temperate control, a 12.3-inch full TFT color cluster display, a TechnoLeather-wrapped steering wheel, and a 6-way manual adjustable driver seat and a 6-way manual adjustable front-passenger seat.
Available on the GT AWD trim, the GT PLUS AWD also comes with heated front seats, an 8-way power-adjustable driver seat with 4-way power lumbar support, driver’s seat memory, an 8-way power-adjustable front-passenger seat with 4-way power lumbar support, ventilated front seats, a power sunroof, an automatic-dimming rearview mirror, a heated steering wheel, and a wireless charging pad.
Packages
There are multiple packages available that add a number of features to either trim, some of which are optional features mentioned above. The Track Pack adds Alcantara seats, 20-inch wheels, red-painted Dodge brake calipers, bright pedals, a dual mode suspension, sporty leather steering wheel, and aluminum door sills. The GT Blacktop Package adds a Dark “GT” Badge, 18-inch wheels, a Dark “Hornet” badge, gloss-black painted daylight opening moldings, and gloss-black painted mirror caps. A Tech Pack adds an active driving assist system, a drowsy driver detection system, intelligent speed assist (ISA), ParkSense for the front and rear park-assist with stop, and a surround view camera system. On the GT PLUS AWD, this package also adds a surround-view camera system. The Cold Weather Group adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a remote start system – only available for the GT AWD trim.
Technology
Entertainment
The standard setup for the 2023 Dodge Hornet is Uconnect 5 on a 10.23-inch touchscreen, capable of Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto functionality, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot with trial included, and hands-free phone and audio controls (for the GT). The GT PLUS AWD also adds HD Radio and Integrated Voice Command. The GT comes with a six-speaker system; the GT PLUS AWD has a Harman Kardon premium audio system.
Safety Features and Warranty
The 2023 Dodge Hornet comes with many basic safety features, including an advanced multistage front airbags; supplemental front-seat mounted, and side-curtain airbags in all rows. Some advanced safety features come standard, such as forward-collision emergency braking for cyclists and pedestrians, adaptive speed control, blind spot and cross-path detection, full-speed forward-collision warning plus, lane keep assist, and a ParkSense rear park-assist system with rear back-up camera.
All Dodge vehicles are covered by a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain, and complimentary roadside assistance for 5 years or 100,000 miles.
