The 2023 Dodge Hornet GT Is A Turbocharged Hot Hatch Disguised As An SUV

Click here to watch our review on the PHEV Hornet R/T trim: • The 2024 Dodge Hornet ...
A new model from #Dodge doesn't come around very often but the company is finally ready for some fresh new products and the 2023 #DodgeHornet is the first of many new models coming. The #HornetGT is the base engine and it comes with a potent 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder that has the most power in the class as the base engine. Those of you wanting something with a plug can also look at the #HornetRT which is the brand's first PHEV.
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[@theredline]

Happy Weds everyone! It’s finally time to talk about how both the Hornet GT and R/T drives! We did want to clarify, at 3:07 Sofyan called the color Akebono Yellow, it’s actually called Acapulco Gold! Would you guys choose the GT with its turbo engine or the turbo hybrid R/T model? It’s crazy to think it can accelerate as quick as something like a Civic Type R or Golf R 6-speed to 60 mph! 😵‍💫

[@ihaveatransam79]

Also the cooled seats aren’t available with the track pack because the alcantera seats are not made with cooling included. If you want track pack you can’t get cooled seats

[@theredline]

@@ihaveatransam79 Yup, that too! Thanks for clarifying!

[@MrNemo721]

Glad you took the time for a detailed review incl. multiple 0-60s that most other channels don't do. GT+ track package seems to be the best performance value IMO

[@ihaveatransam79]

@@theredline no prob, thanks for the acceleration testing! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@youtoobe169]

I'd go with the GT because I am not a fan of plug in hybrids. I am actually pretty excited to check this car out.

[@nickbanaszak4588]

The depreciation on this will be wild.

[@thrasherx2k1]

Certainly isn’t happening on chargers or challengers with or without v8’s

[@devn3813]

Everyone says that and it never happens

[@devn3813]

@Technologically Challenged Tech dealers still sell for the price of new there won’t be any depreciation

[@OnePride313]

@Reggie you will never find this garbage at under 40k. Dealers will only order the top models that msrp at 50+k

[@mrwatch867]

I see this going the way of the Nitro and Caliber.

[@ismailcarbin4907]

Two companies known for building some of the least reliable vehicles on the market teamed up to make this. I'm sure this will go over well.

[@tedcollins4684]

Especially the first year.

[@jeffklaubo3168]

Weird KBB, motor trend, and top speed list primarily GM brands, Ford, Mercedes, and Volkswagen as the top 10 most unreliable cars in the US.

[@haroldjones12]

"take care of the car and the car will take care of you" that saying is true cs i never had problems with dodge/ram vehicles

[@jeffklaubo3168]

@haroldjones12 lol I have a dodge 08 caliber and 11 charger rt. Both over 200k miles still running like a top with only basic maintenance, fluid, filter, and brake changes. I have a 14 Ford escape with 140k miles that I've probably had to put in about $8000 I other than basic repairs.

[@NoZenith]

​@jeffklaubo3168 Volkswagen and Mercedes are on that list because they have additional features that add complexity and possible points of failure such as adjustable suspension, additional infotainment system stuff, fancier multifunctional seats and with Mercedes there was a Litany of additional things like automatic window shades in the rear and adjustable 16 way seats and electric thigh support. Some of them even have reclining rear seats. The core parts of the car like the engine and transmission seem to be pretty Rock Solid historically.

[@tymac3306]

The hornet is getting a lot of shade thrown its way. I think it's a home run, I like it, it's powerful,...all in its a decent package.

[@WittyDroog]

The fact Dodge managed to catch my eye at all regarding a compact SUV is impressive. Still not right for me for a variety of reasons but gotta give credit where it's due

[@protocetid]

Dodge just reskinned an Italian car, Alfa Romeo deserves the credit

[@pieroroccaysj]

Kudos to Dodge for being bold with the colors.

[@jimparsons9961]

They're Alfa Romeo colors.

[@dawidgruchala]

True that hella sweet

[@squidikka]

They literally just copied Acura's TLX and MDX Tiger color...

[@jimparsons9961]

@@squidikka that color is from the 60's Alfa Romeo models Sprint and GTA. Alfa Romeo brought this color out to pay tribute to that. Acura wasn't even an idea back then 🙄

[@squidikka]

@@jimparsons9961 That's cute and all, but we're talking in the span of a few years, not half a century ago. When it's only a few years apart, and they're the only ones doing it, it's pretty obvious where the "inspiration" actually came from.

[@skoprowski]

Scares me because the Dart was built on an Alfa platform and the quality and electronics were horrible. Hope they get it right this time.

[@joelmartinez2668]

Ha I have a base dart and just crossed the 100k mile barrier and it's running just fine! Ignorance is bliss for me. My other vehicle is an F150 and I really have only driven trucks so the dart feels like a slow little sports car to me. I will admit, the engine and transmission and stuff are running fine but random plastic bits here and there break all the time.

[@skoprowski]

@@joelmartinez2668 I had a 2013 Dart Limited and traded it in at 100,000. It was terrible. Needed constant suspension work, had to get both transmission and engines mounts changed at 60k. Sometimes the whole dashboard would just go black when driving. Never again. Traded it for a 17 Honda Civic EX-T which has been a wonderful experience.

[@JDMSwervo2001]

Had a 2014 dart and it burned oil like crazy not to mention constant transmission problems. Got rid of it and bought an accord v6

[@hellkitty1014]

​@@JDMSwervo2001 be sure to change the timing belt on your Honda V6.

[@gaivoron]

Haha they got it right this time. Lmao

[@ballathug8404]

A pinnacle of reliability for sure

[@hailstorm1986]

Cars built in Italy are not known for their reliability. Don't hold your breath.. 🤣

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

​@@hailstorm1986 I think I caught a hint of sarcasm in their comment 😂

[@ragingtyga]

Tell me You base my views on cars 20 years ago, without telling me you base your views on cars 20 years ago

[@hailstorm1986]

@@ragingtyga well they haven't improved..

[@ragingtyga]

@@hailstorm1986 objectively you're wrong in just about every way...so...

[@armandocardona6975]

The 4 cylinder is also used in the Jeep Wrangler, let me tell you… they do not sound good when muffler deleted…. don’t ask how i know. The engine is very good for a 4 cylinder and on a rubicon with a two inch lift and 33 inch tires and roof rack i get around 19 mpg on the highway at 70mph and 24 mpg going 60.

[@JulezWinnfield]

How do you know how a muffler delete sounds with this motor?

[@Mopar1]

🤦‍♂️ he clearly said they use the same motor in the Jeep wrangler… he obviously owns one based on his comment. A little reading comprehension goes a long way.

[@JulezWinnfield]

@@Mopar1 He said not to ask him how he knew, but I figured I'd ask anyway.

[@thegreat9481]

@@JulezWinnfield I was going to ask him as well

[@picomanbungace4035]

They sound like broken tractors with the muffler so I don’t even want to imagine what it sounds like without one.

[@ccchhhrrriiisss100]

It kind of reminds me of the Mazda CX-30 more than anything else. It does look beefy though. Of course, I wonder about the quality of the interiors and the drive.

[@bpearr8266]

I got to check one out at the autoshow in Minneapolis recently, the interior definitely has better materials and a more rigid feel that most dodge products.

[@Ra4758]

The front is a Skyline r32-34. American cars are trying to be Asian while Asian cars are trying to be American cars. Acura is copying Dodge Charger smh

[@RISCGames]

Yeah, can't at all imagine the fit and finish being nearly as nice as a Mazda but I'd like to be proven wrong.

[@terrancemoody205]

I really like that front bage with the 2 bars. Nice sleek and simple👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾 I also like that hornet badge . Nice!!!

[@thepcuser5469]

@Redlinecarss BOT 🤖 🗿 🤓

[@hailstorm1986]

No one is going to like the reliability. Italian cars aren't known for that.🤣

[@JGonzZ.]

As a hatchback guy, don't you dare call that thing a hatch 💀💀

[@stevenrais9360]

Technically my grand cherokee is a hatchback and stationwagon

[@JGonzZ.]

@@stevenrais9360 by that logic a van is a bus

[@stevenrais9360]

@@JGonzZ. tell that to the secretary of state in Michigan, it's what's on my registration. Stationwagon

[@DaRevrin]

This will be one of those that'll be 40k new... and 25k used.

[@hamerplayer1229]

10k used because it's junk

[@ItsAlive111]

Hurricane engine replacement is $10k so it’s $40k new, scrapped used at 60k miles

[@elnyoutube123]

@@hamerplayer1229 Alfa engine and ZF transmission it's literally the opposite of junk

[@CordayCorday]

More like 10k used

[@byrdland5790]

And thats exactly when ill pick one up

[@TheMilkMannnn]

I know the Dart is pretty much universally trashed but I remember it fondly the way anyone looks back on their first car, and this reminds me of that in a way. Im excited for the Hornet, granted I’m seeing it through rose colored glasses ^

[@patrickirby3059]

the dodge dart 2 was like one of the coolest cars for every “my mom wont buy a mustang or camaro for my first car” kid. and i wanted one so bad😂

[@arc00ta]

@@patrickirby3059 It was a good looking little car, but the shared fiat engines and transmissions really kneecapped it. Not to mention the vast majority of buyers for that type of car are.. maintenance averse shall we say. Good old paycheck to paycheck, ain't got no cash for oil changes.

[@OscarDiaz-nn9ch]

Had a 2016 base model with the rally package and I bought right after I graduated from high school. It was a nice looking car indeed with black accents and silver paint. I sold to Carvana a month ago bc the value went up a lot in compare to previous years. Didn’t want to take the risk after I ended up with the financing I would have to spend all my money on maintenance that it already needed, car had 42k miles and you could smell the burned oil.

[@POVwithRC]

​@@arc00ta The fiat engine and DCT were the one to get tbh. That shit joint venture Hyundai Motor and trans were fucking disgusting.

[@deliman1211]

STAHPIT the dart was always marketed as a econocar. the fact they shoved the big block in there was just to help get dying sales up. dodge all those problems by buying a REAL American car. not this fiat junk.

[@stevenjames1138]

Better than I expected! This may very well be my next vehicle in a couple of years or so.

[@THEHOAXOFBLACKVICTIMIZATIONTHC]

how exciting.

[@jamn2boost]

I’m not sure the car will last that long to be honest.

[@mikexdee3195]

Probably stick around as long as the dart did ! Junk !

[@Stevie4171]

Many other options to choose from man

[@tripledelight8104]

If they still around in few year...lol

[@garykupitz1414]

Part Dodge and part Alfa Romeo......what could possibly go wrong?

[@hailstorm1986]

It's built in Italy. Their cars aren't known for reliability. Enough said!!! 🤣

[@somecarnet]

The thing about Alfa Romeo's is that they build some very attractive cars, with unique interiors, only to spend their entire life on the mechanics lift.

[@elnyoutube123]

@@somecarnet depends on the car. The more mass produced cars are generally pretty reliable but the lower volume cars can sometimes be more expensive to maintain. I had a gtv6 and the parts were more expensive and harder to come by but i had 164 which was much more reliable and parts were not as expensive. I have the base model Giulia Sprint right now with 85k miles and has been very reliable.

[@TrojanRabbit521]

I had Guilia Ti for 55k miles with no issues. The ZF transmission is a solid beast. My brother’s Audi was in shop more.

[@chasingjones]

@@somecarnet have you ever actually owned an Alfa or any other Italian car? I’ve owned a few fiat 500 abarths and an Alfa Giulia and they’ve been more reliable than any other German car I’ve owned. A lot more fun to drive too.

[@DouglasRosser]

The best of Italian and Dodge-y quality with a high-pressure Turbocharged mill. I'm surprised you don't have to sign "death or maim" waivers to buy one of these.

[@paulhillbeats]

gotta love these high revving, small displacement, high compression, high HP 4 cylinders

[@johnmcdonald513]

Nice power to weight ratio and the way of the future. Especially the RT model. How cool being able to dump the electric motor when racing or launching.😊

[@stackthatartpaper]

Does it come w/a salvage title straight from the factory or is that optional?

[@the_kwiet_storm]

Underrated comment lmao

[@verdaschultz2446]

I test drove one today was a lot of fun you got to know the vehicle really good to know what you're doing

[@the_jarmel]

HAPPY WEDNESDAY EVERYONE...GREAT JOB SOFYAN 👏👏👏....HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY EVERYONE ✌️

[@omendarklight1526]

Thank you

[@markgraff8326]

This guy is great, talks a bit fast or a Texan but gets so much pertinent info in a short time and spot on must do tremendous homework thank you considering this vehicle for my daughter

[@noelsilva8887]

It looks good and it different and won’t look like other little suv. And that color is sweet

[@TerryBollea1]

Wonderful for 2 of the most reliable companies ever to get together.

[@TerryBollea1]

To whomever liked this. Its sarcasm m8.

[@richki.24]

@@TerryBollea1 🤣

[@TerryBollea1]

@@richki.24 And the typical gen zer response. Calm down me son. No need to get all "mad bruh" over me. Its not worth your time and precious life to mark out to a loser like me. But I'll never turn down free entertainment. Just be creative for once ok?

[@thegreat9481]

@@TerryBollea1 Dodge and Alfa Romeo employees

[@TerryBollea1]

@@thegreat9481 another one??? What now??? Can any of you kids type a complete sentence????

[@tech_gear]

I'd say best competitor would be the Mazda CX-30 turbo or Kona N

[@jjchockey]

Way more fun than the CX30 not as fun as the Kona.

[@tech_gear]

@@jjchockey seems like it will be yeah. Hopefully dealers can keep them in stock long enough for a test drive

[@terrancemoody205]

I also see a Lil bit of jag in there too. That hornet is nice. I can definitely see myself cruising the Mississippi Gulfcoast in that badboy. The same color and all. 💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 if you ever been down here where I'm from and seen the beaches and casinos, you'll know exactly what I'm talking about

[@CarsMadeSimple]

Impressive 0-60 numbers from both powertrains! It is a little on the pricey side but it seems like a good size for many people. I'd take a GLH. 😁

[@ScopeKing1994]

I disagree given it's the same time as an Altima. They marketed this vehicle to be a bit more sporty so im kinda disappointed.

[@ohrandyrandy]

Everybody's ripping off Acura's Tiger Eye Pearl. Looks absolutely fabulous on my 2023 MDX Type S Advance. 😊

[@goblues27]

Sticking with my Mazda CX30 😁

[@freddybell8328]

Does the CX-30 have a touchscreen?

[@goblues27]

@@freddybell8328 not interested in one. I hate fingerprints. I can do everything all while keeping my hand in one place.

[@AStanton1966]

A friend of ours' has a Mazda with about 230,000 miles and commutes everyday with it for about 30 miles. Too bad Mazda doesn't put a V-8 in anything.

[@richardwalther6229]

Perhaps cooled seats are deleted because of the alcantara? Joe Raiti said the same thing happened on the $52K R/T version😮

[@CoreycantCutit]

How loudly did you laugh when you wrote “the 52k version “? These prices are hilarious

[@omercarrothers7537]

I too had a Dart that had engine issues that FCA ultimately bought back under warranty. I don’t know if I would want to buy a Dodge/Chrysler after that, but I do hope the Hornet does well for Dodge.

[@hailstorm1986]

These are made in Italy and Italian cars are not known for reliability so don't count on it. 🤣

[@TrojanRabbit521]

I put 55k miles on a Guilia had no issues. My brother’s Audi was in shop a whole lot more

[@joelrichard7258]

Every companie have lemon

[@quixomega]

@@joelrichard7258 Right, and some have a lot of them. Other than the Challenger/Charger it's basically the rest of Dodge's line are all lemons.

[@silva_j]

One of the more eye catching crossovers.

[@Slowwagonftl]

This Dodge Hornet is actually an Alfa Romeo Tonale which is actually a Fiat that shares its platform with a Jeep Compass… wild

[@hailstorm1986]

What do all those have in common?? None are reliable. 🤣

[@manuelsmiley7125]

Not only that, the platform literally came from General Motors during it's unhappy relationship with Fiat.

[@hailstorm1986]

@@manuelsmiley7125 you mean from PSA. Peugeot was the brand that was under GM before GM sold them and Opel..

[@manuelsmiley7125]

@@hailstorm1986 Stop it, that platform was developed by Opel about 20 years ago, long before GM's involvement to Peugeot. Remember, Fiat sued GM for 2 billion dollars for breaking up with them, that platform was developed during Fiat's relationship to GM in the early 2000s.

[@hailstorm1986]

@@manuelsmiley7125 the only thing I was aware of was that GM sold its European divisions but I was not aware that Fiat had a partnership with GM in the early 2000's so that's news to me. No need to meltdown. 🤣

[@chillermangong4223]

Did the charger and the cayenne have a one nighter ?

[@dustyburner]

Is the 0-60 5.84 as shown on your table or 6.5 as stated in the video?

[@SARGENTDOODLE]

Dumbass dodge said gt can do 6.5 0-60 , turns out he did it in 5.8 which means the numbers are softer than they really are

[@tj_struck]

Sofyan, THANK YOU for not showing the CarPlay right away and showed us the native OS instead 😂😂

[@worldstarhiphoptapes2616]

@Redlinecarssscam

[@maximumoverchill7696]

Let's see: It's an Alpha Romeo rebadged as a Dodge, built in Italy, and sold by Stellantis. And it's their first plug in hybrid. What could go wrong? Your chance to own the least reliable vehicle in history.

[@chaunceyroberts6958]

I just saw an advertisement for this vehicle and came on to see if you were featuring it. Nice review.

[@GOD999MODE]

An Italian made car with an American badge 😂. This is sure to be a nightmare, no matter the cost. I wouldn't come near it for anything over $40k.

[@OnePride313]

I wouldn’t buy it even at 30k

[@10RRASK]

You mean Alfa and Dodge aren’t reliable brands? 😆

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Hard to believe a 1.3 turbo with a small electric motor is doing that, really nice.

[@njhampster]

The A pillars are simply massive. i might not be able to drive it

[@bonespiel]

I can tell you are on the Blue Ridge Parkway. You're about 40 minutes from me where you are. Sounds like a fun vehicle to drive.

[@carlosvirgen8243]

Like other Dodge . Stratus’ .journey .200 . Dart . Intrepid . Avenger .caliber Etc

[@AFLive]

O o 2 trims 1 Video , thank yall !!!!! 🙏

[@Hazdazos]

Colors! I'm so sick of these black on black on black interiors. Like Sofyan said, some red seats would brighten up that interior so much. The design itself is actually really nice, but the lack of colors is infuriating.

[@freddybell8328]

It's a bright gold with red accents in the interior.

[@1001Hobbies]

I don't know, do you want a compact SUV that has 700 electronic bells and whistles, or do you want an AFFORDABLE compact SUV to do what you need to do every day? Paddle shifters? NINE speed transmission? Graphic gauges with different looks? How did we ever function without a computer screen in our vehicles for 100 years? LOL!! Keep the bells and whistles and give me a reasonably priced vehicle without all the fluff and that won't track my every move and how many people I take with me, making ME A PRODUCT.

[@itstgthesmokingpegasus5416]

I was hoping for a more reliable v6 to be putting out those numbers not a little 4 banger

[@hildablanco1591]

Chrysler needs to bring back the imperial with a 22 foot wheel base and white wall tires and a he'll cat engine

[@terrancemoody205]

Man, Dodge is tripping not putting some nice blacked out dual exhaust on the back.how they gonna make the outside look good as hell but make the back bottom look plain as hell . Alot of people will see the back just as much as the front

[@OnePride313]

This thing is ugly asf what you talking bout

[@cody6009]

Who the hell would want heavy 20-inch wheels for track purposes ? That makes absolutely zero sense adding unnecessary weight. Also, wtf is a blacktop package, lol ?

[@cdbnum1]

Curious to see what the next Durangos will look like.

[@robertrose3777]

There won’t be any. Stellantis took over and is killing off anything that made dodge what it was

[@LaughDragon]

It's called a crossover. It's not a hatch or an suv.

[@VanquishedAgain]

Sad to see what Dodge has become. They lost their fight

[@kobra6660]

This isn't even originally a dodge name the hornet was an amc vehicle untill chrysler bought them out and ruined everything

[@thepcuser5469]

Yes #SAVETHEMUSCLECARS

[@braveheart9658]

They just unveiled a 1025 hp challenger?

[@VanquishedAgain]

​@@braveheart9658 it's called a "last call edition"

[@larryturner7308]

Yeah bro it's like they're neutering themselves in order to fit in when power is what made them stand out. Mopar done turned into Nopar

[@kevinfernando3167]

All the rental car companies boutta buy all of em

[@skimanfree1073]

"Dodge flown me out......." and now for my unbiased opinion. Lol😊

[@ThomasTheTankEngine22]

It looks really good. It's not for me personally but I thought I was going to hate it

[@noahboy6349]

Dodge and Ala Romero are not known for their quality and reliability. Based on the asking MSRP I would recommend purchasing a Toyota, Mazda or Honda.

[@ahsanmalik1013]

And wait for Honda and Toyota to disappear in no time courtesy of huge demand and chip shortage and theft.

[@noahboy6349]

@@ahsanmalik1013 It’s Kia and Hyundai that is being stolen at a high rate.

[@car-bq]

Even German cars have better reliability at this point… and that’s saying something 😂 also working in a body shop and seeing a bunch of different cars everyday, new dodges have some of the cheapest plastic in their interior

[@devinnitafan]

Enterprise is gonna love this one

[@chaarleess]

It just blows my mind how you look at it as a "hot hatch" when it doesn't look or shaped like one

[@Cal94]

how hot it is, is subjective i suppose. but lose the black plastic wheel arches, drop it 2 inches, put 205/55/16s on it, and you'd have a run of the mill hatchback. Like if you dropped 2 inches' ground clearance, the hornet would be almost exactly the same height as an old matrix, and it's only ~2 inches longer than an impreza/crosstrek. it's a lifted hatchback, like most every other small CUV on the market.

[@TrojanRabbit521]

My 1st impression was a lifted hatch. I’m actually liking this more & more

[@calebpittman7444]

Yk what crazy? The title of the video explains your question…

[@DrRyan82994]

it's like if you added 1,000 pounds of weight to a hot hatch

[@TheAmindude]

Dodge just needs to make an SRT version of these Hornets with dramatic modification then it will be one hell of a vehicle 💪

[@johnmcdonald513]

I agree get it to 375 to 400 hp reliable and earn that badge I don't care who the main owner is of all the car manufacturers but this looks so COOL😊

[@jauffins]

The first gen 9 speed was bad enough where it caused me to get rid of my 75th anniversary edition Jeep Cherokee, far sooner than I otherwise would have. It was in the shop every 4 months or so and literally within a week after getting out, it would pop a CEL again. Not sure I can trust any vehicle with that awful transmission, even after Stellantis made changes for a second gen a few years back.

[@joelrichard7258]

Its the zf transmision what are you talking about

[@josemontano7767]

There’s a Hornet where I work just like this one. It looks pretty cool.

[@shad3128]

I mean, its not what id shop dodge for... but depending on the prices in a few years it seems like a great daily to get from A to B and would stand out a bit

[@Aiophgy]

I want this. I want this car.

[@michaelortega1841]

I read they removed the cooled seats options with all track-pack packages.

[@728GT]

Ya dont need cold nuts on the track hoss

[@computerguy5437]

​@@728GT SPEEK UP

[@calebpittman7444]

Hmmm i wonder whyyy

[@Maples01]

Gonna be the best looking car on rollbacks this year

[@thephranc]

GT and RT use to mean something

[@728GT]

I tell u whut

[@hailstorm1986]

Giant Turd and Road Turd. 🤣

[@DrRyan82994]

not as bad as "sport" I have a sport and I had to install all the sport myself

[@kronk9418]

@@hailstorm1986 Nice General Maintenance femme pony car in your profile pic!

[@hailstorm1986]

@@kronk9418 it's better than a mustang. 🤣

[@g0rt664]

Good solid review 👍 I love the style. Thank you

[@MrBAWR]

Seeing this is going to make us miss the charger and challenger more.

[@hailstorm1986]

This and the Banshee are going to be what kills Dodge as a brand..

[@fredwilliams7893]

This thing is absolutely horrible! What a embarrassment!

[@TonyC300]

Looks Really Cool! Great Review!

[@htvlogs80]

This will flop within a couple years & will be discontinued. Dodge should just stick with trucks, Charger, & Challenger because those actually sells.

[@naveenthemachine]

In a couple seconds your comment is what will be a flop😂

[@romeropostali520]

Charger and challenger are basically dead. Dodge got bought out by a Dutch company Stellantis. The ceo wears clogs, and wants electrification asap

[@Stressless2023]

These little CUV's are what the masses are buying now, and government mandates are requiring auto manufacturers to offer electrification, so this likely wont flop, but it will probably alienate some traditional Dodge fans.

[@AStanton1966]

@@romeropostali520 I bet he can make a mean veggie lasagna.

[@Black_Jesus1]

will it come with the supercharger 6.2? just asking

[@jonesjones7057]

No but rumor is they may offer a supercharged 0.2.

[@marcmcphee]

From the Challenger/Demon to this…I guess it wasn’t going to last forever. At least it has a gas engine 😂 (EV charging options are garbage here in Canada).

[@AStanton1966]

There's no denying it, the military is using jet fuel in all their equipment. I think it's just a matter of time before they take gas and diesel away the public.

[@WoodAndSteel92]

Definitely interested to see how these fair after a year or so. Maybe best to lease for the first model year, but Dodge has my attention.

[@olivertrees]

it's not a hot hatch, it's an well marketed econocrossover

[@SINE382]

Isn’t that what most hot hatches are just econo shit boxes with turbos? So what’s the difference this is an econo shit box crossover with a turbo. Both are quick, both are fun to drive and both are affordable. Don’t get you’re gripe with it.

[@olivertrees]

@@SINE382 because crossovers are functionally inferior versions of hatchbacks and therefore their primary purpose are not spirited driving

[@SINE382]

@@olivertrees take the hornet for a drive and be surprised. It’s actually fun to blast around in. Got to go demo one the other day gt with track pack. Some of us have to justify our vehicle purchases to a better half so being able to get an suv that’s dare I say it fun to drive is rare, before the only thing that came close was the Mazda cx30 and cx5 (was close to a cx30 but too small) so finally something a little more masculine looking. It’s niche but the market exists. For comparison sake I’ve seen these cost $8000 less than a golf r and pricing is identical to a gti, higher ride height and awd makes it more practical than the gti with more interior space to boot. It’s 0-60 rivals that of a gti, surpasses that of an integra which costs similarly. It’s not beating a kona n in performance but costs the same, has more space, better fuel mileage and power to the back wheels. It’s on the top of my list of cars I’m cross shopping and think it makes a great daily driver that’s gonna be fun to drive but offer enough utility for my small family. Considering the insane prices of the Charger gts right now this makes more sense

[@SINE382]

@@olivertrees I also doubt anyone buying the hornet is gonna track it but gonna have fun ripping up on ramps and blasting through traffic. I don’t see too many hot hatches track driving and in the real world I don’t see a vehicle like a gti having much of an advantage over the hornet. Not many hot hatches in the market right now either. Now if vw decided to make a gti version of the golf alltrack or if Subaru made a wrx version of the crosstrek then I might put my money down elsewhere.

[@olivertrees]

@@SINE382 it’s only in a world where car manufacturers cater to customers and not to good cars that this car exists and makes sense. Dodge could’ve made a better car by making this a hatchback. Instead, this exists.

[@danielmurphy639]

First dodge I've been interested in ever

[@Boise_guy123]

I think I'd prefer my cx-30 turbo.

[@joelrichard7258]

I have a demon challenger 840 hp you fell like trying the real man league car mazda have no chance to reach that league

[@mikebingham9700]

Dodge Rocks with the "Hornet"!

[@DeepDishPizza]

Dodge Hornet = Dodge Dart =Dodge Neon

[@VanquishedAgain]

The neon was a great little car. Even the dart had its merit. Both of those were good value. This abomination at 53k is a joke

[@rudolphna54]

that's a bit of a reach

[@DeepDishPizza]

@@VanquishedAgain Hahahaha!! The Neon was a great little car? You only say because your cheap ass probably had one or two. They were junk and caught fire daily.

[@mayhemw.6122]

Is there no steering input like normal, sport, comfort?

[@kouki_integra]

Wheels and lower suspension is what it needs

[@rosswallace2969]

Exactly

[@gradientO]

Agreed. looks weirds without wheels

[@rudolphna54]

It comes with wheels. What, do you want literal rubber bands and stancing? 🤮

[@ttturner68]

Direct Connection has already shown the lower parts..... hopefully they come through while the vehicle is still young :D :D

[@calebpittman7444]

The r/t is lowered

[@vr6gls]

Why does a SUV need to be like a hot hatch? Why not just buy a hot hatch if you want the driving dynamics of one? As someone who has owned several hot hatches, a SUV will never look, drive or be as nimble as one.

[@aristhrottle6843]

I appreciate the unscripted commentary Sofyan, but you repeated yourself 3 times about the sunroof. Be sure to catch yourself on that. Otherwise, wonderful review as always.

[@TheDanielStrang]

Or what, if you say sunroof 3 times bloody Mary appears or?

[@aristhrottle6843]

@@TheDanielStrang Absolutely. No, honestly it's a bad habit in presenting or public speaking. Just constructive criticism.

[@JWbabyshark]

Why are all manufacturers use a 2.0L engine instead of the bigger engine 2.4L ? This way they can lower the psi's on the turbo and make the engine last little bit longer.

[@car-bq]

Sadly I think you have your answer lol. I’m just tired of crossover after crossover

[@cuzimaluzer777]

Really looking like a rebadged Tonale to me

[@joellarrysr9977]

that's what it is...

[@cuzimaluzer777]

@@joellarrysr9977 😅 you right

[@VaunShiz]

It is

[@jimparsons9961]

It's spaghettios

[@axjason]

Are they actually chrome tips or plastic cladding chrome, trim rings?

[@timmontour]

I can see alot of recall on these Dodge 😂 transmission and airbag recall 💯👍🏾🇨🇦

[@hailstorm1986]

Electrical problems: "hold my beer".🤣

[@calebpittman7444]

Man u are stuck 20 years back huh?

[@cgrist7000]

They sourced the transmission from ZF so it’s good in that regard:)

[@Courtesyflush52]

So they made a less fun Kona N and then made it heavier with AWD?

[@vincemcsenile7318]

Wasn't the OG hornet a car? Another car turned into a woke Sheela tiktok mobile. Hope it has enough vanity mirrors for AmberLynn and all her besties. 🦆🦆

[@dsturbed2c]

☠️☠️😂

[@Bill_Ackman]

Yet another car turned into some lifted skirt wagon. Thanks to the WAHMEN.

[@amberturd3504]

@@Bill_Ackman That's because we control men. We rule the world. Same reason why you men like paying for pictures of our feet and made your next door neighbor self made on onlyfans.

[@vincemcsenile7318]

@@Bill_Ackman I'm going to borrow that "Lifted skirt wagon" for the future.

[@drax6018]

hahahha. R.I.P. hornet, car turned into besties mobile. R.I.P. Mitsubishi Eclipse, darty fun car turned into besties wagon, I miss my Eagle Talon Turbo. R.I.P. Mustang turning into Mach E Bestie wagon, Next charger will be a lifted bestie wagon next.

[@ltsFaited]

So annoying how it’s just a rebranded Alfa Romeo Tonale, Fiat has ruined all Chrysler brands

[@ronforeman2556]

I'm perfectly happy with my Hyundai Kona N, thank you.

[@shahzadkhan15nov]

1:05 What is that humming [maybe beep] sound in the background? It started after you opened the hood.

[@64Spokes]

If a dart and an equinox banged🤢

[@jerryg.3080]

0-60 video banner says 5.85 sec (video said 6.5 secs); big difference. Alpha does column-mounted paddles, not wheel-mounted.

[@crazypkm]

If they put the 5.7 in this ill buy it

[@OnePride313]

Not possible you really think they could fit a hemi in that tiny ass thing.

[@Jackybug]

I think I’ll give it a test drive. But since I like to buy for quality and longevity it’s not likely you’ll see it parked in my garage.

[@richthomson6174]

I’m sure it will prove to be just as unreliable (electrical issues) as all other Dodge junk.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

is this supposed to be a porsche macan fighter?

[@marzoval9551]

That thing is hideous

[@julioblanco]

Brutal that the PHEV version costs as much as a Model Y Performance that will destroy it on performance...

[@michaelbuteau4183]

That you can't go anywhere in the winter time well maybe fifty miles and then I won't charge And cornering sucks Have fun with that car I know I didn't.