The first all-new model from the Dodge brand in over a decade, the 2023 Dodge Hornet ushers the American brand into the modern era of performance-oriented vehicles. The 2023 Dodge Hornet is an exciting new compact utility vehicle that’s prepared to shake up the popular compact crossover market. Equipped with a plethora of advanced vehicle technologies, stylish exterior and interior design and exciting driving dynamics, the Dodge Hornet is sure to be a hit. Our team at Devon Chrysler is extremely excited about this all-new crossover and we can’t wait to get our loyal customers behind the wheel of their very own Hornet. Continue reading below as we’ve compiled the key highlights, features and exciting powertrain options of the 2023 Dodge Hornet.
Exterior Styling
LED Lighting Fixtures
Enjoy a well-lit path ahead with the Dodge Hornet’s standard LED high & low beam headlamps and LED daytime running lights, regardless of the weather or time of day. Give other drivers a clear view of your 2023 Dodge Hornet’s tail end as you drive past them, thanks to its dazzling LED tail light design.
Premium Exterior Design
The modern and upscale design of the 2023 Dodge Hornet can, in part, be attributed to its European cousins. As a member of the Stellatis group of automotive manufacturers, the Dodge brand has access to styling inspiration from multiple different design philosophies from all over the world. This international cooperation is evident in the European-inspired styling cues of the 2023 Dodge Hornet, with its sleek bodylines, prominent front grille design and muscular rear wheel arches.
Several Unique Paint Options
The 2023 Dodge Hornet can be had with one of seven available exterior paint options. Pick from three standard paint colours, or let your personality shine by selecting one of the colourful and distinctive alternative paint colours for an extra cost. The 2023 Hornet’s available exterior paint options include:
- 8-Ball (Black)
- Hot Tamale (Red)
- Q-Ball (White)
- Acapulco Gold*
- Blu Bayou*
- Blue Steele*
- Gray Cray*
Interior Features & Amenities
Premium Seat Materials
Step inside the 2023 Dodge Hornet and you’ll find an upgraded interior cabin atmosphere. The Hornet offers the choice of grandeur against performance with its optional full leather or Alcantara® seats in a selection of colours and finishes. Choose full leather seats for kilometre after kilometre of comfortable highway driving, or Alcantara® seats for the assurance that you’ll stay firmly rooted in place no matter how spirited you choose to drive.
Available Cold Weather Package
Enjoy the warmth and comfort provided to you by the 2023 Dodge Hornet’s available Cold Weather Package. The remote engine start feature allows you to warm up your vehicle before you even leave the warmth of your own home, which is ideal for those cold Alberta winter mornings. Furthermore, the Hornet’s heated and ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel ensure that you remain warm and comfortable, regardless of the weather conditions outside.
Flexible Rear Seats
Enjoy the flexibility of the 2023 Dodge Hornet spacious rear seating area, complete with a centre armrest and 60/40 split-folding capabilities. Take advantage of the vehicle’s versatile cargo and people carrying capabilities, offering 27 cubic feet of capacity with the rear seats up, 54.7 cubic feet with them folded down, or comfortably seat three passengers and their ski gear thanks to the rear seat ski pass through.
Performance
Standard All-Wheel Drive
All 2023 Dodge Hornet models come equipped with an advanced all-wheel-drive system that provides excellent traction in all driving conditions. With the ever changing conditions of Alberta’s road ways, you can be confident that the 2023 Hornet will be there for you even in the most challenging of situations.
High-Output Gasoline Powertrain
The 2023 Dodge Hornet GT and GT Plus models come equipped with a fuel-efficient 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Generating a respectable 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, the 2023 Dodge Hornet boasts the title of having the Best-in-Class power to weight ratio for a vehicle under $40,000*.
Specifications: | 2023 Dodge Hornet (GT & GT Plus) |
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Engine | 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder |
Horsepower | 268 |
Torque (lb-ft) | 295 |
Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
Maximum Towing Capacity (kgs/lbs) | 907 / 2,000 |
Technology
12.3-inch In-Cluster Display
The 2023 Dodge Hornet outperforms its competitors by offering the largest standard driver digital display cluster in its class. Sit behind the wheel and you’ll discover a totally driver-focused cockpit, equipped with a large 31.2 cm (12.3 inch) driver digital cluster that shows all of your vehicle’s critical driving information right in your line of sight.
10.25-inch Uconnect® 5 Multimedia Interface
An all-new 26 cm (10.25 inch) Uconnect® 5 Centre Touchscreen Display is equipped on all 2023 Dodge Hornet models. This latest version of the Uconnect® Multimedia System allows you to control almost everything in your vehicle. Stay connected and enjoy the numerous benefits of this cutting-edge infotainment system with integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, optional built-in navigation, and the opportunity to set up to six separate driver profiles.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Highway Assist & Traffic Sign Recognition
The Highway Assist technology, which is available on all 2023 Dodge Hornet models, allows drivers to experience Level 2 autonomous driving by maintaining a set speed and following distance behind the car ahead. The optional Traffic Sign Recognition technology identifies the legal posted speed limit on a specific route using forward-facing cameras and built-in navigation data, warning the driver if they exceed the predetermined speed.
Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist
Gone are the days of attempting to parallel park only to discover that there isn’t enough room in the parking spot. The Dodge Hornet’s available Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist feature detects a suitable parking location by utilizing the vehicle’s numerous cameras and sensors. Simply follow the vehicle’s commands, shift into whichever gear it recommends, and let the Hornet do the rest.
Available Tech Pak
The Tech Pak, which is available on all Hornet trim levels, equips the vehicle with a slew of active and passive safety and driver aid systems, designed to reduce the likelihood of a collision. These advanced features include:
- 360-Degree Camera
- Front Park Sensors
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Intelligent Speed Assist
- Drowsy Driver Detection
- Parallel & Perpendicular Park Assist
- Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
2023 Dodge Hornet Trim Levels
Devon Chrysler is your one-stop shop for all things Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram-related. Interested in the 2023 Dodge Hornet? Stop by our dealership, and browse through our available inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles. When it’s time for routine maintenance, bring your vehicle home to Devon Chrysler as we offer a wide range of certified services, and while you’re here, visit our parts department for genuine Mopar® parts and accessories.