The 2024 Dodge Hornet is a prime example of how family-friendly utility vehicles don't have to be boring and uninspiring. With its sleek, coupe-like design, high-performance engines, and spacious, lavishly appointed cabin, the Hornet is the hottest compact utility vehicle (CUV) on the market today. Here's everything you can expect from this bad boy.
Performance-Oriented Engines
The Hornet is the most powerful CUV in its segment thanks to its set of high-output engines. The base engine is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four that delivers an impressive 268 HP and 295 pound-feet of torque, allowing the Hornet to skip to 60 in just 6 seconds and boast a towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds so you can bring your other toys along.
The other powertrain is a plug-in hybrid featuring a turbocharged 1.3-liter inline-four and an electric motor. This system generates a tremendous 288 HP and 383 lb-ft of torque, rocketing the Hornet to 60 in only 5 seconds. Its 32-mile all-electric range allows you to run errands without using a drop of gas, while offering up to 360 miles of range on a single tank, making the Hornet an excellent choice for longer journeys.
Fun to Drive
Despite its larger size, the Hornet's handling is akin to that of its muscle car siblings: aggressive, responsive, agile, and dynamic. Featuring standard all-wheel drive for excellent power distribution, the Hornet gives you exceptional control. The near-perfect weight distribution and front and rear anti-roll bars provide unparalleled stability, while the brake-actuated limited-slip differential and torque vectoring deliver outstanding traction. All this results in a CUV that weaves through curves with the nimbleness of a rally car.
Its fun-to-drive nature is enhanced further by the high-precision, speed-sensing rack-and-pinion steering system with excellent road feel and the 9-speed automatic transmission with incredibly smooth shifts for efficient power delivery. The available high-performance Brembo brakes provide you with next-level stopping power, while the performance-tuned struts suspension with gas-pressurized shock absorbers provides a smooth, comfortable ride.
Spacious and Comfortable Interior
With nearly 100 cubic feet of passenger volume and a whopping 55 cubes of total cargo space, the Hornet's cabin is tremendously roomy. It can accommodate five adults comfortably while giving you legit hauling capabilities. The cabin can also be appointed with upper-class amenities such as premium leather upholstery, a sunroof, heated and ventilated power-adjustable seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging, and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system.
For your entertainment and convenience, you get a 10.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, built-in navigation, and a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot. Safety systems come in the way of adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, forward collision mitigation, and more!
Are you ready to take this bad boy out for a spin? Contact us today at Banister Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Hampton in Hampton, VA to schedule your VIP test drive!