The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Is An Italian-American Plug-In Hybrid With Muscle Car Vibes
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- čas přidán 10. 03. 2024
- At long last, the #Dodge brand has a brand-new vehicle after nearly a decade since the introduction of the Dart. The 2024 #DodgeHornet returns as a hot hatch style compact SUV borrowing its platform from the #AlfaRomeoTonale. The #HornetRT is the #PHEV version and it has a turbo 4-cylinder plus a electric motor to give this spicy little SUV nearly 300 HP and 32 miles of all-electric range.
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Dodge is on it's last legs .
maybe they are just on a break?
@notjackdaniels22 not being owned by the Netherlands.
29mpg on a hybrid is pitiful
Stellantis should just bring Peugeot back to North America.
Most Stellantis products are unloved at this point and the company doesn't seem to be trying to do better. A new vehicle would need to be bullet proof just to move the needle and get most folks to even look at it. These guys are playing catch up. Several better options out there.
A professional and polite review of terrible product. 42-52k ? Hard pass.
With the Reputation the Charger and Challenger has it doesnt surprise me. Kind of a shame though. Ive only seen one on the road here in Vegas.
For this price range, can easily get any RAV4 Phev, rav4 hybrid, CRV Hybrid, NX hybrid, Tucson PHEV or sportage.
But, they're all slower.
@@buk6199 Exactly right. They're more utilitarian, but there is zero sportiness in any of those cars.
@@krane15 the RAV 4 PHEV, is fast and has more electric range for a couple thousand less.
Honda CRV doesn't have a plug in version.
@buk6199 not a sports car it's a crossover!
At 50k, I can get a mazda cx70 hybrid...lmfao
I saw a new Hornet R/T in all black in a parking lot last week. I have to say it’s a nice looking vehicle. I think I like the looks of the Tonale better, but the Hornet is one of Dodge’s best designs in years.
Dodge is have a real tough time selling these cars....Dodge is discounting R/T Plus models by up to $16K (with its lease incentive)
Where are you seeing $10,000 off? I don't see that.
@@ducktails1695 Right 😂 Hell I'd buy one for $10k less than sticker.
@@Stressless2023 Yeah I think it was more of wishful thinking on their part. There really isn't any incentives for the Hornet beyond the standard $500 rebate or the Federal EV credit if you lease the R/T. Yes it depends on the region but from what I see there really aren't any significant incentives so Dodge must not be that concerned about sales.
I would totally buy for $16k off as I feel that would be the right price for the car. Where are you finding 16K off?
I pulled a bunch up on CarGurus. It was for the top trim version. You just need to be cautious as some dealers show highly discounted prices but have mandatory accessories or the prices may only apply to leases
Commenters are right. I've only seen one of these on the road in blue. Everyone else has the usual Rav4, Cx5, Rogue, etc...
I thought these were going to be a hit. I like them.
@@user-fj8wr8jh4e Do you like it worth $52,000 and with the Alfa reliability issues?
@@rogerrussell9544 Hell no! lol $2800 used for me.
@@rogerrussell9544 Dodge has many many incentives bringing the conditional price of the top of the line Hornet to just under $25k. Leases are starting at $229 a month for a base and shouldn't be more than $400 a month for a top model. This seems to be a good deal to me!
Feels like Dodge's version of the Fiat 500x. I can't believe they are still using the same key fob.
lol gotta save money by being cheap
Except it's not😋
@@klasseact6663 Dodge has many many incentives bringing the conditional price of the top of the line Hornet to just under $25k. Leases are starting at $229 a month for a base and shouldn't be more than $400 a month for a top model. This seems to be a good deal to me!
52k?? No wonder my local Dodge dealership has dozens of them on the lot and I have yet to see one on the road. 😊
They're not all 52k bub. Remember, this is the top of the lone. You can get the get for 30k.
@@krane15top of the line is still trash top of the line has to be less then 30k
@@krane15You can get nifty and reliable Mazda CX-30, with all its features like AWD, 2.5L N/A engine and safety assistants for MRSP just below 25 grand 😂 And, yes - the same 29mpg combined…
Dodge has many many incentives bringing the conditional price of the top of the line Hornet to just under $25k. Leases are starting at $229 a month for a base and shouldn't be more than $400 a month for a top model. This seems to be a good deal to me!
I drive by my local Dodge dealership going to and from work and I see the same four Hornets and have for months.
The same dealership has one on its used lot.
It only has 6,000 MI and is for sale for about 60% of the original MSRP but it's been on the lot since around Thanksgiving of last year.
I have only seen one in "THE WILD"!
I see quite a few of them where I am.
@ZACH_95_ I have seen more of the Tonale and the nearest Alfa
dealership is over 2 hours away.
Autoline Daily recently reported that there is a 517 days supply of the Hornet and lots of owner complaints.
Owners are complaining about everything from minor niggles to catastrophic failures.
Overpriced and unreliable I can see why they're not selling well!
This thing is mid … and way overpriced
Everything is overpriced anymore.
That’s like every Chrysler product except the trucks
@@x7wolverines7x especially the trucks… $95k for a new Ram Limited 1500, f that
A full $10,000 overpriced to be competitive
30k is what this should go for.
Ya know, its FINE. But this current market is full of innovation, change, and evolution. This is simply too lazy to compete against something like hyundai who offers style, value, warranty, tech, etc
To brake-launch the R/T with "Powershot," turn-off the traction control and hold the brake before launching at 2000 rpm. I was able to clock 0-60 in my R/T at 5.2 seconds.
At least it drives like an Alfa... but I'd end up getting the Alfa over this anyway.
Why
Reliability? Power Shot is a gimmick. Give me the performance I will see in daily use. How will it perform when I pull out on the interstate or pulling from a light. Neither Dodge nor Alfa are known for reliability.
Erik, check your last sentence. "Neither, nor, not". Triple negative fella
Good news for both, people buy cars for more than just their reliability. In fact, some people buy cars for the badge alone. In any event, if you're concerned with reliability you shop Toyota or Honda, not a sporty carmaker like Alfa Romeo or Dodge.
or Mazda, who does well meeting both needs/wants@@krane15
I like the Hornet better than the Alfa but the price is too high for a Dodge. The GT needs the RT rear end.
About to get one for $39k. You can't beat the price with all that power and torque
what model and trim?
I have the Tonale, and like you said, the system is sometimes very slow to respond, especially upon first startup. This is most glaringly problematic with the backup camera, which has insane lag issues when first booted up. It feels like the UI system somehow needs to warm up, which is very weird, and very dangerous
Saw one the road in red and dirty it looked like a damn lifted Dart hatch to me. Dodge and Toyota wit the Corolla cross gotta be the only new cars that debuted ready for a refresh at launch .
I cannot think of any reason why anyone would pick this car over other available options. You won’t pick it up for the styling, reliability, practicality, resale or performance 🤷♀️
Reliability? Quality? Reputation?
Dodge doesn’t know bout tht
If they can get away with it, or lack thereof, then why bother?
I ordered my R/T in April of 2023 and it was delivered in August. I've had to take it to tje dealer 5-separate times for a recall of the battery coupling and other issues such as warning lights activating without an actual issue to interior lights not working. The majority of these issues required an electronic upgrade, which I'm told is now done at the factory and/or dealership before delivery, and I haven't had any issues for the past 2-months.
Sportiness, handling, performance. See how it works now? You chose one group or the other, but don't expect both.
I’ve been seeing a bunch of those on my trip to California and I thought they were some car sold in another country lol
Def overpriced AF for a Dodge. So much plastic in the interior and no sunroof for 52k. 😂
I wouldn't say it's overpirced "for a Dodge" since they've been selling cars well above this price range for years but it's overpriced for THIS lol.
If you could get this for $10k less (which you might be able to since they can’t give them a way) and had good build quality they’d sell these like crazy.
I loved the Caliber!
I don't ever recall you reviewing a vehicle that didn't have a solid sounding thunk
Seats look cheap. Too boy racer. Just make it solid black or black with red stitching
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Always a pleasure when you say something is cheap😂
Another Stellantis product. I’m sure it’s very reliable 😉😂 $52k for a compact cuv??? You have to be kidding??
Well it’s a plug in hybrid
@@valdiswallace830 It gets 32 miles in perfect conditions (climate) on pure EV. That’s nothing! Nobody is going to spend $52k for this vehicle! The GT is $42k fully loaded. Why the hell would you spend another $10k for 32 miles of pure EV??
@@Draftman81The same reason they would buy the Rav 4 prime. Honestly I would buy the Toyota over this. It comes with better reliability, better range, more equipment and it less expensive.
@@valdiswallace830 Agree! If I'm going to spend that kind of money, it will be with a proven brand. Like Toyota or Honda.
Who is paying 50k+ for this????
Karens
No one. That’s why there’s a 517 day supply of them. You buy a RAM and get a free Hornet.
Incentives are massive if anyone wants to lease a hornet. Time for dodge to restyle quickly. Maybe change the name ?
@JBsC6 I don't think the name is bad. I don't even think the ride is that unattractive. I just think entry level SUV from a company that traditionally makes cheap entry level vehicles. This thing should be 40k tops fully optioned. Then it would probably sale
@@stevend3753...are you being serious🤔😋
The Hornet actually looks good. But the way higher price than its competitors is what makes no one buy it 🤦🏻♂️
Will someone please explain to me how not having a sunroof gives you more headroom? If you have the sunroof there is more space between the roof and glass, no? Do they actually lower the whole roof to incorporate the sunroof? Just doesn’t make sense.
Some vehicles when you open the sunroof it goes down into the ceiling so you lose about 1-2" of headroom to accommodate that. The Hornet however the sunroof opens up and out over the exterior roof. I don't believe you actually lose headroom in this vehicle.
I have the R/T+ with "Blackout" package. I'm 6'1", and I don't notice the diminished headroom from the sunroof.
Dodge has many many incentives bringing the conditional price of the top of the line Hornet to just under $25k. Leases are starting at $229 a month for a base and shouldn't be more than $400 a month for a top model. This seems to be a good deal to me!
There is one of these near me that’s listed 15k off msrp. So figured I’d come look
Im a truck driver and i havent even see the base model on the road yet
"When it comes to"... i cant
Impressive in 10 years ago.
I bought it so I could Yell “power shotttt” at strangers
I am a fan of the Alfa (I own a 2019 Giulia Ti for reference). However, this seems like a very complex vehicle for Stellantis and having a lot more Dodge dealers around for warranty service might make me lean toward this if for no other reason. I just can’t get my head around the price. It’s small, the fuel economy is middling vs the PHEV competition, and I frankly don’t find the styling alluring in the least.
These are being advertised at 44k in my area let these sit on the lot a while longer and you might be and to get these BOGO on black Friday
I don't think I would buy this at $30k. Which coincidentally will be how much a used one is worth about year after buying it new.
Be serious, at $30k these would sell like crazy. What compares to this at $30k????
It looks and seems cheap for that price point, and dodge isn’t know for quality. I see this car will get discontinued sooner than later. It seems like the new trend quality is getting over looked and people continue to buy unfortunately.
You know how when a movie comes out, and it’s so rough that they don’t even send it to movie theaters, it just goes straight to DVD(or ‘streaming’ For the younger crowds)….? Yea… Straight to rental use for this one.
if u had a choice between the alfa or a dodge. i think u would look more classy in a alfa....just saying. what do u drive?
"alfa romeo tonale" vs "dodge hornet"
Exactly, like even then name. Who wants to drive a car named Hornet?
I don't think it's worth paying $60,000+ when you can get the same vehicle for $10,000 less. Literally the same vehicle and with more power. Unless you just want Alfa badges. I personally think the Hornet looks a lot better. I just think it's a waste of money to get the Tonale.
Dodge had the idea, but absolutely missed the price point. There aren't any small crossovers that aren't the equivalent of driving the color beige... the practicality with some fun is what the segment needed, and they botched it with the price. It needed to be 10k less for the R/T and about 12k less for the GT to actually have a chance to compete and provide value AND fun instead of driving TV static.
I also noticed no check engine light 😂so it sounds like reliability has improved significantly
I’ll never forget sofyans review on the golf GTI iirc that had a check engine light during his review😂
Naveen, you've become infamous for promoting the least reliable car brands. Fitting
@@gerry9306 I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again
As long as you take care of your car it’ll last no matter what brand it is
@@naveenthemachine History has clearly shown that not to be the case for all brands or all cars? You don't think the hundreds of thousands of 2010-2019 Kia owners weren't taking care of their vehicle when the engines caught fire? What about the various Nissan vehicles from 06-17?
These brands you cope for literally don't give us any reason to trust them anymore than those cars. This is why reliability *MATTERS* to the *majority of people.
@@naveenthemachine Reckon you've said it so much that you actually believe it. Junk is junk Naveen.
@@naveenthemachinedisagree can’t say tht for Chrysler dodge fiat Hyundai Kia junk engines etc
Imagine how many Charger EV's will be sutting on the lots if THIS is $52K...better have that I6 turbo warmed up in the bullpen❗️
In this economy this could’ve been a great seller if the engine was simple and they focused on changing their reputation of being unreliable. A hornet with a naturally aspirated 2.0l engine (slow yes) at 23k I think would’ve been good for dodge. Now they have a bunch of paper weights sitting on the lots.
$52k for a sub compact Dodge!! Absolutely not
Some people feel that way about the RAV4 Prime which cost the same.
@@krane15 which is bigger & more reliable
for the price, id probably be looking at an x1 m35i
52000 I don't think so I'm happy with my 2023 trailblazer LT for only 23000
I like it just hope it doesn’t go the way of the Dart.
At least your get rear ac vents.
They missed an opportunity when they named it the R/T and not an SRT-4.
SRT doesn't exist anymore. They did say there will be a GLH model coming.
Really surprised about the mpg!?!
Wow asked for this? The Mazda3 is way better in every single way!
The mazda3 isn’t as fast and it doesn’t have an independent rear suspension
@@naveenthemachineat this price a Mazda CX-5 signature turbo is a much better choice..
@@imdone1965 The Mazda CX-5 also is in a different class. It compares more with the CX-30.
@ducktails1695 I said at the price of the Hornet you can buy the CX5 fully loaded. If that doesn't tell you this vehicle is overpriced, I can't help ya...
@@imdone1965 yeah but then you're buying a Mazda 👎
There's a reason why it's cheaper!
The CX-5 also isn't a PHEV. If it were, it would be just as if not more expensive. This is a badly overlooked feature when people complain about the price of the Hornet.
Adjustable dampers and brembo breaks, on a sub-compact SUV designed to go from A-B... wow. No wonder cars cost so much these days. This is over-over kill.
2024 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV eAWD Blacktop Track Pack!
I traded in a 2015 Grand Cherokee last month and I’d never buy a Chrysler product again. There are just too many other more reliable brands out there.
This exterior looks dated 😔
Looks good to me, better than most others in its segment - But that's where the nice things I'd say about this car ends.
This car in Spanish is called Horne 😅😅
Thanks Beavis
As a Dodge Dart owner… this will suffer the same fate and also get discontinued very quickly. That is way too much money for that thing. Just get a Model Y LR that’s bigger and better in every way and you’ll get 0-60 in like 4.5 seconds every time. No powershot crap needed 😒
Not even the same category 😮
@@klasseact6663 the category is small SUV… which they both are. 🙃 Was mainly comparing what you can find for the same price and get better technology and performance. There’s plenty of other none EV comparisons one can make as well.
The Model Y is hideous, built worst than this, and some people don't want a full EV yet due to infrastructure issues. If anything I'd get a Rav4 Prime or something like that and it would still run cheaper than this. However, I don't think anything in this class, maybe aside from the CX-50, handles as well as this car thanks to it's Italian DNA.
@austing4321 exactly and not only that the Tesla is an EV, no comparison but the other guy didn't quite get that🙄🤔
Recently heard on some podcast that many of the fairer sex do not want to drive a vehicle that’s named after hornets…can’t say if it’s true or not just repeating what the podcasters were saying. I think the stylings a little too close to the dart sedan in a cuv body shape.
Wow! $$$$ too much!
So dodge could make this car with a 2.0 turbo, get the same hp for probably 10k less but hey like all things "green" MO MONEY!!!!!!!! epic fail
52k hahahaha no
The Dodge Journey was the brands last crossover
So they beefed it up, but its still underwhelming. It lacks space. The ride is mid at best. The fuel economy is non-existent. But the price pushes over 40k? Thats ridiculous. A crosstrek wilderness is better for less. A Santa Fe or Tuscon both are better values. What did Dodge actually accomplish with this car?
Love the look of this vehicle, but Chrysler is the (WORST) auto brand since i was a little boy and even nowadays the tradition continues.........
That's very subjective. My 05 Magnum was bought new and has 289k miles on it. The only issues being a warped dash and the shifter had a recall replacement. My 15 grand Cherokee summit has been great so far too. My aunts 07 rogue crapped out in 2012 with only 70k miles.
@dtay8913 so I guess Chrysler is top notch in reliability...😂
When fiat took over it got better but had flaws especially with the runaway gear shirt change and a Hollywood actor that was lost his life from this 😮 freak accident
@imdone1965 I mean, you're trying to be facetious, but speaking from my own experience, yes, yes it is.
@@dtay8913The Nissan Rogue didn’t even exist until 2007 as a 2008 model, so your bullshit story about your Aunt’s ‘05 crapping out on her is just as reliable as the Hornet will be out of warranty.
Overpriced scrap metal from stelantis
We🇺🇲 never wanted a over priced turd box. If we wanted a alpha Romeo we would buy one 🇺🇲
Looks like a 2004 Oldsmobile Alero?
I really like this vehicle & can't wait to buy it.
They're incredibly fun to drive. The road conditions were killing his fun and its a shame it affected the performance of his review. Idk why he kept dissing it when it's obvious you're not gonna get the same 5.1-5.2 second 0-60 in -30 conditions with salt all over the roads. It's just pointless to even try.
Terrible value for $52k rather get the Sportage or RAV4 PHEV.
Sportage blowing up engines
RAV4...aaaah, my eyes! hahah.
$52k I don’t think so
52k for a subcompact PHEV Dodge. This Charger EV price gonna be brutal.
The price point of the GT trim makes sense at around $30k. This trim starting above $40k is absolutely ridiculous. Nobody's going to pay 1/3 more to get a hybrid motor with mediocre gas mileage.
And to spend ANOTHER $10k for additional electronics on a car this cheap? Be serious😂.
Ruined a classic AMC name plate.
Bro said 53! Now i'm embarrassed for people who buy one.
Stellantis is wrong destroying these companies. This styling is boring. They need new design language. They basically came out with a new car with a 10 year old design. There’s nothing impressive here.
The 15 year old key fob is a joke
This car just already looks dated, cheap, and made for a rental fleet even though it's brand-new
has no muscle car vibes at all
I thought Italian inspired cars were supposed to be attractive and bold? This design screams BORING and the inside look cheap and plasticky. If the price point was mid 30s, given it is a plug-in hybrid, and decent grunt, this would be a bit more of an acceptable compromise. But at $52K? Hard pass.
Get a Lexus Nx or even a RX at the price lol or Acura RDX
RIP Dodge
This is one of the slowest car sold in the US….i seldom see this car in the road and it’s overpriced!…
I drove two rentals... What's a piece of crap! ABSOLUTELY stay away
Italian bones mated to a Stellantis product, what could go wrong?
Had a GT trim from hertz for a few days at lax. It was a piece of crap! Very small and seats uncomfortable. Screen kept freezing and apple carplay would work intermittently. Not sure why anyone would buy this. Very overpriced
Pure Garbage and Overpriced
Are you in your senses pal?
@@gerry9306this is a pile of Italian made trash😂
Are you in your senses too? @@imdone1965
@@gerry9306if you don’t agree with some does it make them not have sense ?
@@9663mu Devon seemed not to be in his senses based on his comment. I asked him to confirm his state. Whether I agree with him or not is not the issue.
This is an ugly car. Compated to the beautiful Alfa, I am not sure who would buy this. Dodge is also one of the least reliable brands.
Yet notice sofyans tester didn’t have a check engine light
@@naveenthemachineyeah I would hope that it doesn’t have a check engine light at the low mileage that it’s at, just because the check engine light isn’t on yet doesn’t mean it’s reliable, naveen get a grip go drive your 2002 Hyundai that your dad gave you 😂
@@noahh1997 actually we just got rid of it. It was time to give it away
The Alfa very ugly...the wheels on it are incredibly ugly too. And it doesn't matter who is more or less reliable. It's the same car and it's not made by Dodge.
@@naveenthemachineHey Naveen, the CX-30 looks like a great ride, but the reliability is questionable. It might fall apart after 4 years. Mazda
Dodge has lost its mind with pricing. When you can get a top trim RAV4 Hybrid for less, Dodge is reaching for a market that is very niche
One of the worst looking cars I’ve ever seen. Disgrace to Dodge brand. I guess Stellantis wants to euthanize Dodge and Chrysler muy pronto. In combo with starting with an EV only Charger, what else can you discern?
Another overpriced failure by Stellantis.....
Vomit, it's hard to type this, I keep throwing up....eh, Dodge and 2.0L simply don't belong in the same sentence....eh, vomit...............🤢🤢🤢🤢🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
Not enough range; WTF are they thinking? And the MPG sucks for a Hybrid. What a Joke!
$52k Wtf! 😳 It's not even American it's Italian. The Alfa Romeo uses the same body and form! There's literally nothing special about this thing besides Dodge slapping their name on it
this is nothing more than a woke electric hunk of crap. few people are even going to be able to afford it. hey dodge, how about going back to the cars that actually made the company famous?