2025 Dodge Hornet: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2025 Dodge Hornet is a true carryover with no major product changes from 2024. Its four trims, gas and plug-in-hybrid powertrains, standard AWD, screens, and core safety features all return unchanged.
About the 2025 Dodge Hornet
1st generation (2023-2025 U.S. market), third and final model year.
Dodge markets the Hornet as a compact SUV for people who want more speed and attitude than the segment usually offers. Instead of leading with cargo-room or economy-first messaging, Dodge emphasizes strong turbo power, standard all-wheel drive, big standard screens, and more aggressive styling. The lineup gives buyers a clear choice between a gas performance model in the GT and a quicker plug-in-hybrid performance model in the R/T, with Plus trims adding a more upscale cabin.
The GT and GT Plus are performance-minded gas models with a 268-hp turbo engine and standard AWD. The R/T and R/T Plus are the quicker plug-in hybrids, pairing 288 hp with electric AWD and Hybrid, Electric, and E-Save driving modes. Plus trims bring the richer cabin, including leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, premium audio, built-in navigation, a sunroof, and a hands-free power liftgate.
2025 Dodge Hornet specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | ||
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | ||
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 288 hp | 268 hp | 288 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 383 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 54.7 cu-ft | 50.5 cu-ft | 54.7 cu-ft | 50.5 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 33 | 33 | ||
| MPGe Combined | 77 | 77 | ||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Hill Start Assist | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2025 Dodge Hornet compared with the 2024 model?
No major product changes separate the 2025 Dodge Hornet from the 2024 model. The trim lineup, powertrains, standard AWD, styling, screens, safety equipment, platform, and suspension carry over.
Is the 2025 Dodge Hornet gas-powered or a plug-in hybrid?
The 2025 Dodge Hornet has both types in its lineup. GT and GT Plus use a 268-hp turbo gas engine, while R/T and R/T Plus use a 288-hp plug-in-hybrid system.
Does every 2025 Dodge Hornet have all-wheel drive?
Yes, every 2025 Dodge Hornet has all-wheel drive. The gas GT models use standard AWD, while the plug-in-hybrid R/T models use electric AWD.
What screen and safety features are standard on the 2025 Dodge Hornet?
Every 2025 Dodge Hornet has a 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display. Core driver aids include adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Is 2025 the final U.S. model year for the Dodge Hornet?
Yes, 2025 is the third and final U.S. model year of the first-generation Dodge Hornet.