A Closer Look at the 2024 Dodge Hornet: Key Updates and Features

When you think of an SUV, your first thought may not be about its performance — maybe you consider its spaciousness, practicality, and versatility instead. The 2024 Dodge Hornet offers all of these elements plus powerful performance, resulting in a dynamic driving experience no matter what the day calls for or where the road takes you. Your local Dodge dealer in Sumter, SC, is here to tell you more about this powerful, performance-focused compact utility vehicle. Get to know the Dodge Hornet SUV better below!

Exterior: Standout Style and Bold Design

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Starting with its wide stance, the 2024 Dodge Hornet makes a bold first impression. Its exterior design is accented by a gloss black front upper and lower grille as well as LED headlamps and an LED taillamp. The taillamp’s design is particularly striking with the first-ever illuminated Dodge Rhombi logo. Other design elements include hood scoops, available 20-inch Abyss Finish aluminum wheels, available front red Brembo brake calipers, and available dual exhaust pipes.

The  2024 Dodge Hornet is offered in four trim levels — GT, GT Plus, R/T, and R/T Plus — and you can take your pick from a range of colors, including:

• 8 Ball 
• Acapulco Gold
• Blu Bayou
• Blue Steele
• Gray Cray
• Hot Tamale
• Q Ball

Select trim levels come with a power sunroof, allowing your and your passengers to enjoy more fresh air and natural light in the cabin. You’ll also appreciate the convenience of the available hands-free power liftgate, which allows for easy access to the cargo area.

Interior: Comfort & Convenience Abound

The interior design of the 2024 Dodge Hornet ensures that you and your passengers stay comfortable on every journey. A heated steering wheel and heated front seats are available for the base trim level and standard on the rest of the trim levels. There’s also plenty of space — you’ll have access to up to 27 cubic-feet of cargo space plus an under-floor storage area. An all-black interior and red accent stitching add a sleek and striking look to the cabin, which seats up to five.

Technology: Stay Connected & Safe

Noteworthy tech features include a customizable all-new Driver Information Digital Cluster Display, an all-new 10.25-inch color touchscreen, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and an available Harman Kardon® Premium Audio System with 14 speakers. Keeping your phone charged is easy, thanks to an available wireless smartphone charger and standard USB ports, and you can stay connected with a convenient 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot.

In terms of safety, a plethora of features come standard for extra protection on the road. These include:

• Adaptive Speed Control
• Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection
• Full-Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus
• Lane-Keep Assist
• ParkSense® Rear Park-Assist System

Available safety features include:

• Drowsy Driver Detection
• Intelligent Speed Assist 
• Surround-View Camera System

Performance: Thrills Await

Whether you choose the GT or the R/T, you’re in for a thrilling driving experience. The GT models are designed with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 2.0-liter direct-injection turbo four-cylinder engine, which produces 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. R/T models are designed with a six-speed PHEV automatic transmission. A 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is paired with a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery, producing 288 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. With this model, you can travel 32 miles on a single electric charge¹ and reach a total driving range of 360 miles.² 

Only the R/T models offer aluminum steering-column-mounted paddle shifters for an extra boost of power as well as three drive modes: E-Save Mode, Electric Mode or Hybrid Mode. All models come with Sport Mode, which gives you performance enhancements like sharper throttle and tighter steering. Other performance enhancements include available Brembo brakes and available Brembo four-piston fixed aluminum front calipers for quick stopping, Dynamic Torque Vectoring, and more. All-wheel drive comes standard, and all Dodge Hornet models can tow up to 2,000 pounds when properly equipped.

Test-Drive a New Dodge Hornet Near You in Sumter, SC

Sumter Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram has several new Dodge SUVs in stock now! Whenever you’re ready, stop by to test-drive the Dodge Hornet in Sumter, SC, and let us know if you want more information about this impressive compact utility vehicle. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and show you other models that may interest you as well. Your local Dodge Sumter, SC, dealership hopes to see you soon!

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¹Based on EPA estimates with a fully charged battery. Actual range may vary.

²Based on EPA estimates with a fully charged battery and full tank of gasoline. Actual range may vary.

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