The 2023 Dodge Hornet GT Is A Buzz Worthy Turbocharged Compact Driver’s SUV
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- Опубликовано: 17 авг 2023
- Its been a nearly decade since #Dodge released an all-new model and for 2023, the #DodgeHornet returns as a small SUV with Italian roots. This #HornetGT serves as the entry-level model and unlike its rivals, the #Hornet comes standard with a potent 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder making nearly 270 HP. It makes this little SUV once of the quickest and best handling options in the segment.
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Just seems expensive for a entry-level dodge, guess everything is increasing just not our paychecks.. Great review like always.
If performance isn't primary to you why not take a look at the Buick Envista? You might be surprised!
@@johnbeckham1483 I do like the look of the Buick, not a fan of the tiny engine. I will go check out. Thank you
WELCOME TO BIDENS “NEW” America
@@minipandora22 shuuuuut upppppp 🫨 the most annoying people on this planet i swear
@@minipandora22Lol Biden doesn’t affect the prices in other countries and SURPRISE, it’s getting more expensive everywhere!
Thank you for a Great Review!!!
Just bought the same model/color but with sunroof and leather seats......was a leftover 23 so got over 9k off sticker loving it so far, agree with the review, engine definately punches above its weight.
Beautiful car. Long term reliability is a huge question mark from a brand with a checkered reliability history and a murky dealer network.Time will tell. I hope the Hornet can overcome this!😊
Don't bet the farm.
It will be a heap
Not long term.....Short term.............
I’d give up the reliability to get the better car that’s fun to drive and has more character
The main issue I have with this review is the reviewer not once mentions any concern with reliability with the Hornet considering FCA Stellantis checkered reliability history. Obviously the reviewer can't predict future reliability however it should of been mentioned. Alot of people unfamiliar with FCA/Stellantis products and don't do their research and impulsively buy this vehicle could be burned in the future. It's a good review in many aspects however. Other reviewers mention their concerns regarding this. How can this vehicle be recommended when almost every vehicle in FCA's lineup has major reliability issues? I don't get it.
Amazing job Sofyan!
Another wonderful review.
Yeah these prices have gotten crazy
A good review - thank you.
I love the fact you added a simple but needed information, gas tank size and estimated range and fuel type. If possible, are you able to include this information if provided in all your reviews for cars less than 45k? Thanks for your reviews.
Or in all cars
Great analysis 👍🏿
Dodge/Alfa .. I'd love one but I'm worried about long term reliability lol.
It’s still an Italian made. Not reliable at all. Remember that
Actually, italian cars are much better now. My dad owns an Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce TI from 2019 and it is fantastic and has never had a single problem. Oh wait, apart from a £1 part that wasn't even made in Italy. 😂
@@GreatonValley yeah u might think that Italian cars are much better now. I highly doubt it. Jeep,dodge,Chrysler owns by fiat. A lot of few vehicles are not well made and not reliable.
While they might be better, but that doesn’t mean it truly is. They will not last in the long run, but it will be rare if they made up to 150k-200k.
But once it hits those, it will be on their last legs.
There’s hardly any oem parts for fiat so that’s a huge downfall lol. How do u think they pulled the plug for Fiat 500? Cuz it’s crappy little vehicle.
@@GreatonValley hopefully ur dad’s Giulia holds up and maintains it. God bless u all for that 🙏🏼
great looking...for just another crossover.
Any vehicle that makes Sofyan laugh during the 0-60 test is one that goes on my list to consider. Always the best vehicle reviews 💪
You should never consider a dodge, let alone a brand new platform and zero reliability history.
@@TheRealCatofwho are you to tell someone what to consider?
@TheShootersBay Someone with basic common sense, and an ability to do basic research.
@@TheShootersBay It's one of those people who mysteriously watches / comments on videos of cars that they are not interested in.
@@TheRealCatof While I do agree to wait til after 1st year for a new model....my niece has a 2023 RT plus and loves it...has had it close to a year. Was one of the 1st the dealer got in and she has had zero issues, has just under 20k miles in one year. I was shocked how well it drove on a recent trip home a few months ago to visit family, the Alpha roots definately shine thru. Is she just lucky? Maybe... but a few of my freinds have Stelvios and also have had no or few issues...Just some food for thought. The more I see the Hornet on the road the more I have actually been thinking about getting one myself...love the Gold color
I have owned many Chrysler products. And as a used car dealer, found them to be reliable as any other makes. As an owner of many I can tell you I drove our little dart for 175k with little but proper maintenance and upkeep. May i add the 30+ miles per gallon was welcome. My truck was totalled at 130k without problems. Believe me, anything made by man will break, even Toyota's and Honda' of course, 7000 cars sold is just a small sample.
Sofyan, I am having an allergic reaction to all the puns. 🤣
Yes. Dodge Caliber SRT. I almost bought one back in the day. The reason I didn't was because Dodge did not offer an automatic trans mission. At that time I was with the Teamsters and did not want to be shifting gears on my own time. Lo Entiendes?
great looking
"Blue Collar speed" ..i like that term
This remindse of my caliber srt4. Im glad it has awd.
I'm going to buy lots of these. Yay sofyan! The hemi v8 is sick in this car.
reminds me of a sharper looking larger brother to the old Caliber SRT-4. and despite having 17 less HP and weighing 500lbs more the Hornet GT is about as fast to 60
This may be the first Dodge product I'd be interested in...that I've seen for some time. I won't get it, thought, because of the price...and because my current car works quite well...and is paid off. But hats off to this car.
I like the new Dodge Hornet as well but I am also enjoying my paid off 2014 Dodge Dart SXT! Don't touch my Dart! 😆 lol!
@@johnbeckham1483 My late brother loved his Dart. Tried to get me to buy one as well. With prices as they are, I'd hold on to that Dart as long as you can!
I currently drive a 2014 Honda Civic EX-L.
Awd is standard so you havto figure that in. Digital cockpit and big infotainment screen is also standard . You can get a nicely equipped version for like 34 grand
Love mine
Great video how do you think it does in snow?
Great looking car. I do however have to question the reliability. I own a Dodge Charger SXT and so far have had half the coil packs randomly fail, the rear drive shaft fail 3 separate times, and the glue on the interior door panels fail. They are going to have to do a beyond impressive job to convince me that this is worth purchasing.
Very sad
do you do space expedition with your car? never heard these issues before
Are you considering buying one?
@@kellyaustin7487i have a sxt im considering getting it!
This car is actually a cousin to the Alfa Romeo Tonale, so it should be more reliable than a Dodge. Still, if reliability is an issue for you, I'd wait at least a year from the time this vehicle hit the market (I believe in the summer of '23) and then read the reliability reviews on YT or elsewhere online.
Dodge and Alfa Romero are not known for building quality and reliable vehicles. I would definitely recommend going with one of their competitors (Toyota, Honda).
Nah Toyota especially is a lot more boring vs the Alfa. Honda is a lot less boring though
I'll stick with Mazda
I love my new hornet!
I would consider buying it. Just have to wait a few years once the price drops
Dodge will offer you a deal 90%of the time
Kudos to the reviewer. He seems to know his car stuff and does the job in a truly professional way.
In the meantime, I drove this car myself and I liked the acceleration, handling, and road feel. However, I decided I couldn't live with it because of a singularly poor ergonomic design.
1. Even though I'm short, when I raise the seat all the way, which is how my body likes it these days, the cabin becomes too cramped, and my knees are hitting the steering wheel assembly.
2. When I try to get out, the seating material acts like velcro on my jeans and impedes my movement. Combined with the raised sides of the driver seat, which trip my butt, the exit out of the vehicle is further made difficult.
3. When I want to get into the driver seat, the roof line is so low and angular that I risk bumping my head hard if I'm not careful getting in.
I have never encountered a vehicle with issues of this kind and so so many of them as the new Dodge Hornet GT.
Good thing that’s all a personal problem huh. Tweak your sitting position again.
@@user-hc9it4gd9t Think before you jump. The only thing that can be tweaked is lowering the seat all the way before exiting and raising it again when inside the cabin - kind of inconvenient. The Velcro seating material and low roof line cannnot.
It's new to me 😍😍💯
I’ll need to see this color in person don’t know if I like it or not but def. Different
It looks good.
I have a problem choking down $40k for an entry level car
😊bought the GT PLUS AWD TRAC PACKAGE Blue/ Gray
Sun roof
Fire red leather interior European style
Fast sweet ride!
Hilarious at all of the reliability comments. This thing has been on sale for two seconds and everyone has it figured out. Sure, Alfa had issues in the past, but the Giuilia actually has above avg reliability(though they need more dealers), as does the Stelvio. Sure, a RAV4 with a 15 year old engine is going to be more reliable, most assuredly.
Well when you have a reputation that you put out crap and you put out crap we will assume your new stuff will be crap.
@@rodneynasir8089 yet the Charger and Durango, the other two Dodge vehicles, have above avg reliability...
Well brands like Toyota are known for reliability and high quality, yet they’re putting out GM like low quality cars with lower reliability
@@hellkitty1014 When you have been building the same car since 2010 it better be reliable.
@@rodneynasir8089 hence, Toyota and the same powertrains from that time period.
We’re getting the new Alpha🎉🎉🎉 but these are so close it’s scary. However the Alpha does have more higher end plastics/leather & bigger info
prefer the Hornet's styling to the Tonale's but agree that the Dodge should have added the fog lights. And why in the world would they not have exhaust tips? CRAZY
Very few gloss Black. I don't mind the aluminum plastic look, it will be easy to clean.
Not a bad looking suv, though we will never get three in the UK quite a quick vehicle..
This SUV is dope the Honda Hrv has nutn on this car worth every penny in my opinion
Wooo...intense intro music.
Is this tiger eye Pearl paint from Acura? Because it really looks like it.
Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!
This would make a solid lease.
Love it!
Not a American car fan usually but this car is good looking
I… don’t hate this. But the reliability is up in the air.
American cars are built for the junkyard.
Absolutely
I think the Escape ST Line 2.0T is forgotten here. It should do 0 - 60 under six seconds on regular gas.
YOU"RE GETTING A DODGE!
Looks like a Porsche cayenne a little
Lenscrafters opens at 9
@@TheBreakfastLover LMFAO
@@TheBreakfastLover🤣😭😭 this is the best roast I’ve ever seen on this app, and I’ve seen A LOT LOL
Looks great, but there’s just no way I’m paying that much for a small dodge
Sweet PT Cruiser.
I’m a Mazda fan but this car is pretty great. Has the CX-5 beat no questions asked when it comes to speed. Mazda I say would have the interior edge. But the current mazda cx-5 needs to be replaced as it’s starting to age. Will be an interesting comparison for sure when it does get redone! Thanks for the watch.
I would take Mazda over Dodge any day because of reliability. My local dealer had over 5 Alfas that were dealer buybacks at one time eeekkk
The CX-5 replacement is the CX-50. It appears to be a great car.
@@rodneynasir8089 Heck yeah I’m with you. I’ll take Reliability over an unreliable but maybe a little peppier dodge any day.
@@Dmassey15 This is an Alpha.
I would give this BRAND NEW offering from dodge a year or two based on it's recall record .
What was the last major recall from Dodge?
A fully loaded Hornet R/T Plus stickers for over $50k that's a bit too much for a compact suv , in my opinion👌
But it’s worth it.
And how many do you think will ever see a fully loaded R/T Plus? I don't get why people are so stuck on this. It makes no sense at all. It's not like thats all dealers are gonna put on their lots. More often than not here where I live it's just a standard model for any car. Also remember if you lease it, you can get up to a $7500 EV credit too.
@@ducktails1695they will mark them up ...
Run from this turd...
@@naveenthemachineno not at all
I don't think the hybrid engine is worth the extra money. It only has 12 more hp.
How can you not like the look of the cx-30? It’s the best looking car in its class
I wish they had better choice in color with the seats
It's not too bad...you can get black cloth, black leather, red leather or black alcantara with red inserts (all depends on trim levels and packages). I think white would really cheapen the interior and they can't go too fancy as to not kill sales of the Tonale even though they're in a different class.
If I was the CEO of Alpha Romeo, I would make them exotic only, just like Ferrari or Lambos, the name is so beautiful but the cars look like Hondas, its a real shame, so much potential. It's like if Ferrari or Maserati made a Honda CRV or something.
Very striking vehicle in styling, and that color most certainly helps it to stand out from the crowd.
But loaded versions of this thing can cost more than a Mazda CX5/50 2.5T, RAV4 XSE Hybrid, and the H/K twins. That said, you'll get steeper discounts at Dodge though.
Yeah, I like this Acapulco Gold color indeed! The Dodge Hornet is the "fastest" car in its class!
@@johnbeckham1483the performance is definitely there. I think this thing will do well in large cities because of its size, power, and styling(full color palettes help too).
I saw a dark red hornet the other day and I have to say, that was a good looking color for this car. It really brought out the alfa romeo styling. 😊
@johnbeckham1483 it's a crossover not a race car..
So , wellllll who cares...
Hopefully it doesn’t follow the path of the Dart. Good thing Dodge offers big discounts cause price is a little high. Could use a bigger backseat. It’s a tweener not a compact.
Looks like a nice nifty little package.
Completely unsurprising that the Hornet is a full second quicker to 60 MPH than the CX-5 Turbo (coming from an owner of one). The Mazda has plenty of power but it’s old (fuel economy focused) 6-speed transmission holds it back big time, especially off the line. A newer/quicker transmission would easily help the CX-5 get to 60 as swiftly as the Hornet. There’s too much power in there, 250HP & 320LB of torque (on premium fuel) for it to be only a 6.5 second car and it’s been a gripe of mine since the end of its break-in period.
It's a crossover, not a sports car...😂
2023 Dodge Hornet GT Blacktop Track Pack!
Looks very dark inside. A light headliner would go a long way to make it feel more spacious
It's crazy not to talk about reliability with this car.
It's also crazy to assume it's gonna be bad. It's not like car companies can't improve over time.
@@ducktails1695 companies can change over time - for example, Audi could start offering manual transmissions in their RS cars - but we all know that is not going to happen. When you don't know about reliability (ie for a brand-new car like this one) it's helpful to use information about past models. I'd like this car to be good because I like the idea of it, but there's zero world in which I spend my own money on one of the first few model years. On the other hand, I would spend my own money to bet reliability will be bad. Not really a fair bet though as you can see people are already having problems in the Hornet subreddit.
If the oh so great German cars don't get called out on this, neither should Chrysler.
@@MyerShift7fair point
So fast 💨
Alot of new cars have piped in sound from speakers mimicking an exhaust engine
Is the R/T going to less than 5 seconds to 60?!
I’m failing to see how anyone would choose this over the cx5, I have a 2016 cx5 that looks identical to this and will be good for another 75k at the least. I like the sportier look of the hornet for sure
You own one, so obviously would say that. Mazda Skyactiv engines aren't known to be the best for longevity.
@@hellkitty1014Compared to Toyota yess but it’s more reliable than anything dodge/alpha puts out
@@hellkitty1014I’ve never heard that. Skyactiv is a very well regarded line of motors (at least on their US models) and they rank very high on reliability consistently.
Because the CX5 sky engine blows head gaskets at 80k miles garenteed. I know. I've done two of them
@@user-rw6tm8hx4g Clearly people don’t know what oil changes are. Decently maintained examples can go well above 200k w/o issues.
Great review, as usual. Pros: Looks great and some great options, plenty of power for the type of person targeted for this car. Cons: Very outdated powertrain, Very small gas tank, terrible MPG = low range = lots of gas station stops, terrible reliability compared leaders in this segment.
How is the powertrain outdated? Its a small turbo 4...just like 90% of this class. It has more gears in its transmission and you get AWD standard. Kind of a weird statement.
Yes it has a smaller tank but living in the city its no issues . Typically around 44$ a fill up when gas prices are around 3.99$ - 4.25$ with premium gasoline
My 2021 cx5 carbon edition lease is up in march... which ever automaker can give me the best deal cx5 or hornet.
I'm against this sort of platform sharing. A brand should keep its identity. An Alfa Romeo shouldn't be altered to turn into a Dodge. Take the platform as a foundation, modify it, and make a Dodge that is a Dodge and don't compromise Alfa by making a cheapened version of it. That's what I see when I look at this Hornet. It's a cheapened Tonale.
Sofyan do ur research this is an Alfa Romeo which means time 💣
Maybe a second faster than the mazda but its gona need it to get to the shop before it dies after a few years
If you're keeping any vehicle lomg you should probably get an extended warranty that will cover you up to 150k miles.
Acapulco just like the city in Mexico 🇲🇽!!!!
I see they're still having bumper paint color matching issues. Front and back bumpers are definitely darker in color than the body. Had a dart years ago in orange and it was the same thing, dark bumpers and bright body.
I love the styling on this. Dodge knocked it out of the park. A little overpriced but If you could get a deal on it would be a great buy.
I got to drive one the other day. It’s nice enough but for the price you can get more in any other brand. Definitely didn’t feel like something that will hold up and be reliable long term.
The Track Pack only deleted sunroofs on the pre production vehicles. My 23 Hornet GT Plus has the Track Pack with the sunroof intact
Nice AMC Hornet 🙂
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I bought a GT with the tech pack and it's a great SUV. Test drive if you looking for a compact SUV.
Will this vehicle last over 200,000 miles with routine maintenance like my Camry has???
Probably not, but will your Camry last over 387,000 miles with routine maintenance like my Pop's Chrysler New Yorker convertible he bought brand new in 1959???
Why would they not just make an updated Dart give it this drivetrain and motor but add a 6spd manual starting at 30k. This car would be sold out everywhere.
Awd , Turbo 4, 6spd, hatchback or coupe for 30k? The wrx is your only competitor and you’d probably outsell it. I hope dodge takes a different direction with this platform. Maybe since the challenger is being retired they will. I don’t see it as it is lasting more than a few model years before its dead from lack of sales.
Too damn expensive. Entry level is 12-20K. NOT 30K+. That is not normal
If you want the status, get this Hornet!😊
DODGE "STATIS" 😂😂😂😂😂😂
It’s gonna sting the competition in the butt!!!
Is this made on the Jeep production line
It’s been 5 months and no response. Hopefully you asked Google cause that’s what you should’ve done in the first place.
While this car has to fight a lot of negative brand equity, the reality is that underneath that lowbrow Dodge skin, is the exact same hardware in the Tonale which competes with Audi/Benz/BMW. Dodge has typicaly been cheap speed with bottom-feeder parts, but with this you get (relatively) cheap speed with a ZF transmission, the exact same engine as in the Giulia/Stelvio (and the Maserati Grecale base models!!!!). When in all of creation did any Dodge share the same engine with a Maserati?? The typical caveman Dodge buyer will have to up his game for this however. That Alfa motor is stout and powerful and has been running for six years in other cars with no issues. However to keep it happy requires Fiat Euro-spec oil and spark plug changes every 60K miles. It is basically an exotic engine and people used to cheap gas, Wal Mart oil, and ignoring the maintenance schedule will probably be complaining in 5 years their car is "unreliable". Its not the car that is unreliable; its them.
I was at the Denver Auto Show and during the presentation they showed how great certain features were and they intended on showing us but disclosed the pre production model on the floor had failed. True Story
That’s why it’s called preproduction
@@XX-166 I’ve been going to Auto Shows for over 20 years and this is the first model that I saw fail, what does that tell you?
@@CruiseControl1 its tells you it was a preproduction model hence they work the bugs out and learn as they go before it’s released and then afterwards just like the rest of the manufacturers at the auto shows do.
@@XX-166Failure at a major auto show during the press release is laughable at best
@@CruiseControl1 man made items will always have failures.. you gotta live in the now and adapt to the future.
I watched a consumer reports podcast on these a couple days ago and they were not kind. Clunky/surging driving dynamics, lots of torque steer, weird seating position, weird controls, etc
I rather the new Buick envista more bang for your buck at only $23k
Really hard to beat a fully loaded car comparable to cars of greater value. I think I would choose the trax version of the envista but would still take this dodge over both especially when comparing powertrains 137 vs 268hp and when the dodge get comparable gas mileage in range to both the envista and trax with a much more powerful engine.
What a cute little engine, a tiny little turbo engine, recipe for lots of reliability issues in the future
Puhlease. 2.0L turbos have been around quite sometime. Others like VW, Ford, Hyundai, and GM use 1.4-1.6L turbos, and one even in three cylinder form. 2.4/2.5 is BIG for a 4 pot. So are you telling us your opinion is based on something other than facts and by other comparisons?
@@MyerShift7 and just look at the reliability issues those engines are having
"Wait till late summer for the RT"?
Sooo...now then? I would call now being late summer.
The R/T and R/T Plus are hitting dealer lots now so they hit their target dates.
Nice but definitely mot worth price tags 🤦
Love the exterior. Very meh on the interior.
I agree about the fog lights, but your turn signal opinion is kind of a nit pick - or
Maybe I just disagree soooo much.
No way this thing lasts three model years.
Why
@@SlightlyOddFilms American cars are trash
@@SlightlyOddFilms gas mileage
It’s a fcking Chrysler product. It’s just glorified garbage. Every other idiot knows that.
It looks cute
Great review...it's refreshing to see such a great review of the Hornet. The vehicle deserves a review like this. I tried to watch the Consumer Reports review and in typical CR fashion it was just bash city nitpicking every little detail of it which is a shame.
I think it's a very nice vehicle and I really hope it does well for Dodge. They need this vehicle to succeed.
I hope you're able to do a review on the R/T or R/T Plus whenever you can get your hands on it. I do see where they're starting to hit dealer lots now as a 2024 model.
Don't take it personally. You should want a reviewer to be honest about any product they're critiquing.
@@theMLBfan I don't trust CR with anything tbh. If it's not a Toyota or a Honda they don't like it. What got me is they were complaining about things that nobody else reviewing a Hornet ever complained out at all, not even in the slightest. So it was just like a bash session for the most part.
@@ducktails1695 Fiat had reliability issues and this has a Fiat engine.
@@rogerrussell9544 It's a new Stellantis engine, not specifically a FIAT engine.
@@ducktails1695 Is it? It seems to be just like the Fiat 1.4 multiiare turbo that wasn't universally loved in the US, right down to the premium fuel requirement that also isn't popular in the US. I can't think of anyone looking at the 1.4 and saying 'if only it was a little smaller...."
All these car review channels use short people to make the vehicles look bigger. lol