The Dodge Hornet nameplate has been around for decades, but this isn’t your parents’ or grandparents’ Hornet. The Dodge Hornet has been a crossover SUV since the 2023 model year. Find out what’s changed in its two most recent model years below!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The current Dodge Hornet, a crossover SUV, is related to the former compact car in name only—it is now an SUV.
- The 2025 Dodge Hornet’s trims are priced between $31,590 to $36,885; 2024 models are priced from $32,995 to $37,995.
- While 2023 and 2024 models were essentially the same, 2025 saw some improvements.
What Changed for the Dodge Hornet’s 2024 and 2025 Model Years?
Since the crossover SUV made its debut in 2023, 2024 Hornet models were not much different; 2025, however, saw some enhancements. Both model years feature a 268 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine and plug-in hybrid R/T trim. The 2025 model has improved on the Hornet’s hybrid efficiency. Its suspension system has also been refined to make your journey an even smoother one, with improved handling across all trims.
Tech-wise, the 2024 model featured a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto as standard, with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. For 2025, an 11.5-inch touchscreen has been added to higher trims with clearer graphics and a quicker response. Over-the-air updates have also been added, making software improvements less of a hassle.
2025 models have seen a refresh of their LED headlights, the introduction of new wheel designs, and the addition of Hurricane Gray and Solar Yellow colors. Dodge also added steering-wheel shift paddles to the SUV’s available Track package—purchasing a Hornet even comes with an unheard of free ticket to a one-day course at the automaker’s driving school.
Safety Features and Driver Assistance Compared for the 2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2024 Dodge Hornet
Dodge has also ramped up its safety features in the 2025 Hornet. Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring were already very much a part of 2024’s safety setup. Once again, for 2025, more enhancements took place—adaptive cruise control now features stop-and-go functionality, and there is now semi-autonomous highway driving mode on some trims.
2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2024 Dodge Hornet: Pricing, Trim Levels, and Value Breakdown
The gas-powered trims for the 2025 Dodge Hornet are priced as follows and they are surprisingly cheaper than last year’s models:
- GT: $31,590
- GT Plus: $36,885
2024 trims and prices are:
- GT: $32,330
- GT Plus: $37,330
The 2025 Dodge Hornet Hybrid’s trims are $43,240 and $48,585; 2024 models are $42,995 and $47,995. A full EV was thought to be part of the lineup for 2025, but has yet to be announced.
Which Dodge Hornet Is Right for You?
Whether you go for the 2025 Dodge Hornet with its latest updates or stick with the 2024 model for potential savings is up to you. If you want the newest features, the 2025 model is the way to go. But if you’re looking for a deal in a used model, the 2024 Hornet might be your best bet. Either way, you’re getting a fun-to-drive crossover SUV that packs a punch! Stop by Thunder today to test drive both!