The Dodge Hornet GT Turbo Shocked Me .. First Drive!
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- Опубликовано: 3 май 2023
- I drive and review the brand new 2023 Dodge Hornet GT to determine if this small SUV is a solid buy or simply overhyped. This vehicle features the new hurricane turbo 4 cylinder engine that produces nearly 300 pound feet of torque and seems to punch way above it's weight. What do you think of the new Dodge Hornet?
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I really hate how all these new infotainment systems are not being fitted anymore. They look horrible just sitting on the dash
One of my biggest pet peeves in the automotive industry. This whole fad of sticking a giant shitty looking tablet on top of the dash and calling it a day. It looks so terrible. I absolutely hate that trend.
Least at that price point, it's barely acceptable. I've seen some of the higher end cars, where they look like they bought a knock off iPad and glued it to the dash.
Yes and they outlawed using your phone while driving. All that crap in the dash is OK though.
Exactly I’ve thought the same thing. Plopping a kindle fire on the dash
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Im so grateful I got my 22 scat pack challenger with tons of options at the start of 2022 at MSRP brand new. I got unbelievably lucky with the dealer I worked with and I'm happy to finally see other vehicles becoming available for others.
I did the same thing, I’m so grateful also, love the scat challenger , it’s amazing.
Much better than a Fiat😂
If you don't mind me asking, how much did you end up paying for your challenger?
Had a brand new shaker in 16 for 34k lol then a cat for 56k on lease then bought an 18 rt super track pack new with hard paper cash money charger with the 3.09 rear for 24k they wanted 27k but talked em down and still own it lol yall getting raped today with these hemi prices due to new dodge fan boys BTW this hornet looks like a down syndrome charger
I don't get how some Dodge people just want this vehicle to fail. It's vehicles like Hornet that helps Dodge give these people the very same vehicles they want. As much as we'd all like to see it, Dodge cannot continue to just make 800-1000HP Chargers and Challengers. It's a niche market for them and it doesn't meet CAFE requirements. You should want vehicles like the Hornet to massively succeed, even if it's a vehicle you're not interested in. This makes it easier for Dodge to design and build the vehicles that you want.
The people who are bashing this left and right aren't helping your own case and you're not the market Dodge is trying to get with the Hornet anyways.
I'm not bashing it lol I'm just gonna sell my 392 for the 2024 mustang.
@@hostileactual7655 Better make sure it comes with a road side assistance plan lol
@@ducktails1695 Exactly F.O.R.D. - Found On Road Dead 💀
@@ducktails1695 na, I'm a pretty good mechanic. Even got one of those fancy tablets 🤣🤣🤣🤣
These subpar models are what is called within the realm of Chrysler, throwaways. They are what they are. Cheap and highly profitable. Cost to build of the average Hornet based on an average medium is $31,000. To build this particular priced model costs the assembly plant $11,000. The rest is pure profit.
Was raised on Mopar my father retired from Chrysler back in the late 90s.
The viper, new Ram, and the reintroduction of the Hemi is what put Chrysler back into the game!!!
I appreciate your honesty and truly believe you're giving an unbiased opinion on these car's but the government and it's leadership has made its nearly impossible going into the future for car manufacturers to provide a freedom of choice!!!
We're now going to have to buy what they want or nothing!
Who knows what the future holds for Mopar???!!!?
Great job and enjoy your videos, keep it up!
Actually, it qas the nimble K-cars, Omnis and minivans that put Chrysler back in the game and saved them from bankruptcy.
Looks like a affordable, peppy replacement for the old PT Cruiser that you could also get a turbo 4 in. I would think it would have no problem keeping up with or passing traffic. The small turbo would make it spool up very quickly so that's why it feels so quick considering what it is. Decent mpg and able to haul some stuff and carry people seems like a win to me.
Thanks for posting it up and I'm sure there will be some folks tuning and modding them like they did with the first gen Neons back in the day. They definitely need a fun economical car for normal family type buyers and this is it.
I love my old 06 Charger RT but I hate feeding it and I do miss my old Neon coupe for the decent mpg and still fun to drive and cheap and easy to fix.
😂
Bro this thing off the line is as fast as your charger.
Agreed, I had 2 PT turbo & loved them. Although I doubt anyone will be tuning these anytime soon as breaking into any ecm is getting darn near impossible.
Agreed I miss my old neon she wasn’t fast but 30mpg or better and 42mpg on hwy sometimes 45mpg and only a 3 speed lol and I love my 99 Dakota R/T but the mpgs well we don’t discuss that
au bet it’s the same chassis as the compass or cherokee. Great cars tbh
Just bought one 2 days again. Swapped my Jeep Compass Trailhawk for it. This thing is SO GOOD!!!
That's Cool it looks like it would be a pleasure to whip around in 👍🏻
congrats! did you get a GT or GT plus?
We ordered a GT Plus in Aug 22 took delivery June 5th my wife loves it. I'll stick with my 22 Charger scat pac.😅
I feel like they’ll sell, because they’re cheap and fairly attractive. But not my cup of tea… Plus it’s a rebadged Alpha, so I give it a life expectancy of around 100k miles and it’ll be fit for scrap.
Those things are so stupid. How is this considered even remotely cool?
Time will tell. This uses the world engine 4 cylinders. Which the base of them has been around for 12+ years. And they have been able to figure out the problems with their engines. The transmissions are another story. But if their anything similar to the 9 speeds they put in the darts. They will have them straightened out by now. The only issues I would be worried about is rust and electrical. But I know fca uses some of the industries best since the merger because they want good quality.
@@jonathoncouchey7151 The trans is not the best in the world but it has also been around for a while and is made in the united states. It has been fairly reliable in recent years in other cars. Just look up ZF 9 speed and you will find it.
How are alpha known for not lasting and cost that damn much 😅
Yeah, that's why there's so many classic Alfas running around, and selling for good money.
Non hornet related: I really feel like the scat packs pricing is just outrageous anymore. You used to be able to pick those cars up for 40k OTD just 3-4 years ago, now they're talking over 60k OTD for a narrow body...for the exact same thing.
With this being the last run of the Challengers, and Chargers, those prices are staying up there.
@@fishin4bogey I understand. All I'm saying is the value per dollar isn't really there anymore. Hellcats used to be 60-65k OTD. Now they're asking the same thing for a downgrade. A whole trim model less.
Tell me you don’t understand supply and demand, without having to tell me
@@jmorefit1 price gouging . Your a fool and naive . Dodge can make a billion of these cars for the profit they net. You gonna tell me it's the chip shortage 😂😂😂
The word dodge says it all I think I'll dodge that hornet
I don't get the comparison to the Charger, it looks more like a successor to the Dodge Caliber to me.
For what it is, I really like it!
A smoothed, rounded out Caliber.
I had this Hurricane 2.0L Turbo in my Jeep Wrangler. Surprisingly quick, just needed a throttle controller
Ummmm… it just came out. It’s for the Hornet so far
@@DefinitelyNotYouThankGod they come in the new jeeps too
@@DefinitelyNotYouThankGod Availability started in the 2019 model year. It’s the same motor
Look at this guy..
@@DefinitelyNotYouThankGodthe 2.0 been out
That Hornet is a cute little car. I didn't realize it was an Alfa Romeo. I am glad I bought a 2023 Camaro ZL1 M6 in February. Everyone has their own dreams on what they want to drive.
Hey Jack enjoy that ZL1 👍🏻
😊awesome video Racer x as always thanks 😊
Great review. While test driving a Hornet GT last week, I told the salesman I'm shocked by how well it drives.
I thought I sent the last one of those to the junkyard, back in the 90s.
This 2.0T is a beast. In the alfas with a tune guys are getting over 300 whp
I have a 2023 Hornet with Trac Package. 20 inch rims, Brembo brakes, Koni shocks and Micheline Pilot Sport tires. I sport mode this car is a beast. I had it up over 200kph and in sport mode it takes corners, trusts and turns at 150 kph with ease. Sticks to the road, accelerates and handles like an Alfa Romeo… I am impressed!
I drove from Calgary, Ab to Kelowna BC… I am impressed at the performance of this haul ass little beast. Fast and nimble, great little SUV!
Too bad it's not made by Dodge Alfa Romero make sure you got a lot of spare parts and tools to fix that Heap
Absolute junk 😂😂😂
My wife was not happy to hear that Dodge wasn't making the Journey anymore (she loves the Journey, is on her 3rd one). I've been trying to get her to consider a Hornet as a suitable replacement. This video might help her with that. The only thing I don't like (and I see this with many cars today) is that info-tainment display on the dash looking unfinished. They all always look like someone has just propped a tablet up on the dash instead of finding a stylish way incorporate it into the dash.
Its the en vouge shizzle
Tell her check out the Durango instead. I think she'll be pleased.
@@k.c.marshall921 I tried to get her buy one when went to trade in the 2016 journey for the 2019. She'll have to pick something different next time.
I bought my Hornet last summer 2023 and it's been a great little SUV
i enjoy your videos, very thorough and enjoyable. Had an 85 GLH Turbo, will have to check this one when it arrives.
That turd will never replace my charger !!!!!!
I wonder if this going to have a shortcoming just like the Dodge Dart did a few years back😅
We can only hope
at least the dart was Actually somewhat good and kinda reliable the hornet failed that one test badly
Just depends on if it has any major issues for the price it’s not bad for a suv
Shortcoming? hah. Dart sold pretty well.
Dodge almost made an SRT-4 Dart but canceled on it.
Nice job! Good review!! I'm now subscribed.
My mom currently has a 2011 kia soul, I have a Charger and a Ram. Because I love Mopar so much, i'll probably get my mom a Hornet gt for her next car
Love the 80's Turbo Dodges and hope this shows respect to those like the Chargers and Challengers did to the 60's and 70's Dodges. Can't wait to see the GLH version.
I'm low key hoping the GT plus stands up to the old Hornet. Kind of an everyday driver that's also a beast.
Great, detailed review. Thank you.
oh c'mon man are you serious, it's an Alpha Romeo rebadged it SCREAMS RUN AWAY!!!
Enjoyed this review , was straight up and honest!
Your videos are so crystal clear it’s ridiculous, bravo. Oh good review too…lol
The GLH won't have the hurricane inline-6 because that's designed for RWD platforms...the Hornet/Tonale is based loosely on the FWD platform of the Jeep Compass...the transverse engine layout gives that away. GLH model's won't be a separate trim of the Hornet....instead it will be more like an option package on top of your choice of either the GT or R/T....think graphics, lowering springs, badges, wheels, and stage 1&2 tunes from direct connection.
P.S the stage tunes will be done on the hurricane inline-4 engines adding 20-30hp with each stage (insider news)
It's cool, but I want to see what the GLH/RT can do! Great review Racer X!
Why? Any car up to $4 million has limitations, and for a few more million, it still can be 'better'.
@@ya472 I would assume to kind of see what power/features it offers. GLH sounds like it would be an intriguing trim but we dont know.
They have the 1.5L turbo front electric rear Hornet RT hybrid 350hp 350lb ft for 39,900. Its a rebadged Alfa Tonale from Stelantis so the GT for 29,900 w 2.0L hurricane 4 is a steal. Im in.
@@che2335 the rt has a 1.3 hybrid and only has 286 hp with a power shot from the electric motor that gives extra power
thanks for reviewing this hopefully the 2 other trim levels are great as well
Great review! I think im gona wait until the R/T and the GLH come out to go test drive one...I've been waiting on those particular editions
I’ve always been a fan of SUV’s but this one from dodge just made me love em more, both the Durango and hornet are clean SUV’s
Though I prefer sedans, domestics just aren't making them anymore. While the Alfa Romeo fans are really upset that Dodge got this as it takes the thunder away from the Tonale, I understand its business. Every one Stellantis sells means more work for the factory that makes them and more profit for Stellantis. That means every Hornet sale helps keep more Alfas and Maseratis on the road in the future. I own a Giulia and I'd buy the Hornet over the Tonale because the Hornet looks more muscular AND I prefer the simplicity of the 2.0T drivetrain over the PHEV-only option in the Tonale. You can clearly see the "Alfa" in the Hornet interior----far above what you'd ever typically see in an American-designed Dodge, and it will handle well because Alfa never makes a vehicle that doesn't handle well. I think once "Dodge people" get their hands on the Hornet, get over their initial reluctance over its Italian origin, they'll see it is a great option for a fun, high-quality, everyday useful CUV that won't break the bank.
Good points, all.
There's a trim level called the Track Pack. Comes with 20" wheels, red brembos, some other stuff.
Great video RacerX, that's not quite my cup of tea, but it is nice looking and not a bad price either.
We’ve been with Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler for YEARS. It looks nice, idk about it being a dodge, maybe a new face lifted jeep compass. If feels like they just wanted to add a new dodge car due coming out with 1 new eMuscle and losing a slot.
No way they can fit an inline 6 in that engine bay. The GLH is supposed to be the full ev version as per Dodges promotion of the line up. EV's are really fast so the GLH designation makes sense.
I like the growth of your channel bro. I feel like you just chilling with a camera 😂. Definitely trying to do it as a hobby myself
Very informative review
The glh will probably have the 2.0t hybrid system in it from wrangler. 375 hp and 475 ft lbs.
I hope dodge gets the electrical issues figured out. Tfl already had a major fault just from a slip test, it made it completely go into limp mode and Tim even knows about the issue he said it’s pre build issues but not a great sign sadly cuz I really considered getting one of these.
There were no real issues with the car, the car they tested was pre-production, they even stated that before the video starts. The fact that they managed to do that type of test in the first place was stupid on their part.… those preproduction cars get crushed later on
Its a rebadged Alfa Romeo Tonale, its going to be interesting to see how reliable it will be.
And they did a follow up video on that same car at with the Dodge engineer. The transparency and professionalism is the main thing to note. Check that video out if you haven't on TFL channel.
Seems pretty cool,great video!
I just got a 23 GT Alcapoca Gold. I just hit 500 miles on and a few issues. My radar from the day I got it needs to be replaced, ETA for part 2/26. Shifting from 1st to 2nd is fairly rough, its got a decent kick to throw my head back if not looking for it. And just tonight, while driving to get some food, all my dash lights went real dim until I stopped than it went back to normal lighting. The car gets up and goes with the turbo and love getting up and going on the interstate. Cant wait for it to get warm out and get out more often with it.
I’ve got a hornet gt similar to the one you drove, & no it doesn’t have the paddle shifters but the gear shifter in sport will allow you to shift up & down close to a standard would. Really think this vehicle is gonna be fun and yet practical
How you liking it so far man?
It’s a bit smaller than my last suv, but so far it’s pretty solid. Over 2100 miles on it, & so far the whole power train is far better than the other.
No transmission option is a big one for me. Would it really be that hard to offer an optional manual? Id buy one as my daily and pay extra for a 6 speed manual. If they wanted to appeal to enthusiasts that would have been an excellent move.
Enthusiasts appreciate more than just manual transmissions.
Great review
Well… this one reminds me very very very much on my Cupra Formentor, that i sold to get an used 2018 Challenger RT.
Thanks to you Mr. Racer Sir, and nice greets from good old germany.
Well, they are smart to make the car base at $30,000. One of the reasons I feel the Dart failed was, it was too expensive out of the box when it was first introduced. I’m fine with Dodge making every day vehicles. That’s part of their history as well. However, I am not fine with them getting rid of the charger/challenger.
It also failed out of the box because it was initially only offered with a 6-speed manual transmission at first until they were able to get the 6-speed automatic out the door. It was also a very shitty 6-speed manual as well. I know because I owned one and I thought that it was the worst shifting manual transmission I've ever had.
They're not getting rid of ice Challenger and charger... the war on ICE is do to the current "Administration". ("Legitimate") elections have consequences.
I mean for a small SUV, I like the look of the Hornet. I would MUCH rather get the pure ICE GT trim over the dinky hybrid R/T. More stuff to go wrong in my opinion
@6:20 great view of the back seat, too back there was no door to open and view, but thanks for the opening of the trunk to show that
Nice review Sir 👍🏽
I would like to see a hornet gt vs a charger or challenger gt. The fact that it could beat a v6 means the end of the pentastar. For those with a v6 who think they’re fast would be completely be embarrassed by a midsized suv
This is a rebadged Alfa Romeo SUV that engine will die b4 100k miles and have the same issues as any AR.pentastar is a bulletproof tank
@@aristhegod7774pentacraps not the old 3.8 in the vans and 4.0 in the jeeps were truly long haulers
@@aristhegod7774 I guess you don't know anything of Alfa's history of making truly great engines.
Got to Drive one at MOPARS AT THE STRIP. Very Mixed. Front seat is comfortable with the slight bolster. It is almost like a Turbo Dart on Steroids. And I'm sure every Trim and Individual vehicle will all have a hodge poge of different options. Rear seats are not contoured very well and a tight fit. Fast enough to get out of its own way but .... Unfortunatly for Dodge. It's a bit weak. An All-Wheel Drive Turbo I-6 would be a Blast. Until then, It's just a Grocery Getter with a cool Hornet Emblem. JMO
Racer X friend keep up the great work 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪💪😃😃👍👍👍👍
Lmao the radio playing glorilla is funny 😭😭
Alfa Romeo makes great paddle shifters, some of the best and one of the only brands that puts them on the steering column as they should be. So, hopefully the more powerful models get those along with the hurricane 6 engine, flared fenders and wider wheels. That would be a true GLH 😂
I was surprised by this thing when I did the pdi on it. It's comfortable, sporty handling, and decently fast. Got nervous when I went to set the language and it was in Italian. Luckily it wasn't hard to do.
It drives itself if you have the package for all the assists. Kinda cool, but I'd turn it off if I had one.
Guys like Mr. Banks and the others will have fun with this car,should be a good tuning platform.
Hornet will never beat or replace my Durango but good video! This vehicle will get Dodge in the market it needs to be in to make money to produce the fun cars!!
Those of us who appreciate smaller, lighter, more nimble cars for urban use might consider the Hornet a fun car.
Doesn’t look bad at all! I’ve read in several automotive publications that in terms of reliability, the Alfa Romeo Tonale (Dodge Hornet) is too new to have been featured in the 2022 reliability survey but as a brand, Alfa Romeo did badly, coming in 29th out of the 32 manufacturers included. That's below all the rivals and only Fiat, Land Rover and Jeep did worse.
Most of those reliability studies are regurgitated propaganda from Consumer Reports.......What I have found if you maintain your vehicles the way you are supposed to the less issues that will arise down the road....You would be surprised on how many people drive their cars all over Hell's Acres with their dashboard lit up like Macy on Christmas Eve for months on end and when the vehicle fails or breaks down they blame the manufacturer for their own stupidity. I bet the Alfa issue problems lie in the lack of dealership networks so it becomes hard to maintain their vehicles. Dodge has well over 2200 dealers in the US Alfa only has 134 Nationwide.
This is why I wouldn’t consider them. Alfa’s reliability and longevity are terrible.
An unreliable car is nothing but headaches.
I would never trust the reliability survey
@@mcnuggetapple why not? I’ve always heard & read about Alfa Romeo having terrible reliability issues. I’ll pass on the Alfa/Hornet.
The Alpha Hornet is manufactured in the same facility in Italy that the Alpha Romeo is built. The Hornet is nothing more that a re-badged Alpha. It will more than likely have the same problems as the Alpha.
First, it's "Alfa", not Alpha. What "problems" are you referring to?
It's not 1984 anymore. Just letting you know. In case you missed it.
@@mixedbyfiatcat What are you talking about? I know the Alfa of today, as I own a Giulia - a top entry in its segment.
@@mixedbyfiatcat Oh, you read the book.
@@rlsedition was replying to the original comment by 1scooterpilot1.
Great review 👍🏻🇺🇸😎
The turbo 4 Camaro and Mustang easily beat the GT charger/challenger too. These 4 cyls are no joke.
RacerX, I had a chance to check out the Hornet GT Plus. The GT Plus had leather seats and more of the creature comforts like the power seats, power liftgate, and wireless charger in the cubby that was mentioned in your video.. Unfortunately, I was not able to test drive it, but I do agree with you that it is perfect for the daily commuter with some pazazz.
The only thing shocking about the Hornet is how much it looks like a Volvo....and things were going so well....
Volvo is nice....
Can't say as I see the likeness with a Volvo. To me, it's similar to the Alfa Stelvio, but slimmer and sleeker.
RacerX. Here's information regarding the Hornet GLH. It's a PHEV hybrid Road & Track shows MSRP can exceed $53,000
The PHEV powertrain of the Hornet R/T GLH combines a turbocharged 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with an rear axle-mounted e-motor, producing an impressive combined output of 288 horsepower and 383 lb. -ft. of torque. Thanks for the ride along
⚡Damn⚡ don't sound too bad for a little Ride like this😆 that would be fun 🍀get R done 😎✌️
This will sell like crazy! It is based on the 2018-up Jeep Compass!
Dodge needed to be a full line division,like it used to be...All class of cars,suv's,TRUCKS and vans! Bring RAM back into Dodge!!
Coming soon to a Hertz rental fleet near you.
Honestly am thinking about leasing one so I can take miles off my Hellcat! Anyone have any bad experience with the Hornet GT?
Turbos work wonders. Slightly modified 87 grand national 3.8 liter would smoke a scat and be about the same as a cat in the quarter without touching the engine. Modern turbo and cheap bolt ons from the 90s. I got it back in about 2000 for 8k and could have (many others have) would smoke a demon with bolt ons only. A modern version of the 4ish liter turbo 6 would be a monster.
lol I don't remember GNs running 125 mph in 1/4 mile with light upgrades. 108 to 116mph with typical upgrades. Big upgrades would get you to the Tens at 120+mph
Keep telling yourself that 😂
It is a nice vehicle. A customer last night had one and we have to open and close the trunk several times to get the sign to turn off.
It’s still a hard NO! Rental car specials is all I see unless it priced at a unbelievable price .
Kinda like a Charger huh? 🤷♂️
I love it. Adapt or die. Stellantis doesn't have the luxury to cater only to scat pack, demons or red eye customers. I might get a hornet
✅️ it's ok time to let go😅
Damn that kinda nice. I might have to test drive one
A lot different from my parents 73 hornet sportabout wagon lol, I could see this as a daily driver, not a huge fan of the infotainment center not built in, great video 👍😁
If you ever paid over for any dodge product, you are doing it wrong!! LOL, love the vids racer X 👍
I knew people who had 200k miles on their mopar engines, some at 40-90k miles, running smooth.
@@vampyre.114 bro 200 k is nothing. I had a 2013 avenger rt had 450 I and still going strong
I kinda like it, and would look forward to seeing what higher engine options could do.
Never satisfied, eh?
Higher HP is not what’s it’s designed for, check your expectations
@@slimhardaway8 scat pack hornet coming soon!!!!
@@nickming8738 what would be its competition? I’m just curious
@@slimhardaway8 I have no expectations, as I’m not in the market for this.
I hope this vehicle succeeds I like it and am thinking about going and checking them out my self
“And then of course right here, volume up and down”. The volume for the stereo is next the the shifting gear?😂 love how causal he said that for a not so normal position
I think that's more for the use of the passenger, since the driver has volume buttons on the steering wheel.
Dodge Hornet SRT-4, c'mon Dodge, in Dodge we trust in this upcoming no new V8 era
They could have done that with the Dart... I mean reincarnated Neon and they didn't either.
V8 last half as long
@@NXT_LVL I wanted to see that SRT-4 Dart happen so bad, but alas nothing
@@robnduhcut Maybe the V8 will return if the electric car revolution folds
There is no more SRT anything. The SRT team as a whole doesn't exist anymore.
I think that seems a pretty good deal. Question will be, how dependable will it be over the first 5 years of its life. Plus add in that it is a first year model. Dodge needs a high volume model other than the RAM. I don't know of many base model compact SUV's with nearly 300 hp. If they can keep the quality high, then they have something here that will appeal to the masses. They can't be failing with a high volume vehicle like they've done repeatedly throughout their history. Latest one was the Dart that loved to burn oil.
Agreed
With the pricing and interest rates where they are it might be one of the better chances for a person to put their behind in the seat of a new car. I love muscle cars, big v-8's etc but having a practical alternative is never a bad thing. Smaller cars can be just as fun to drive in their own way.
Not at over 40,000. Or 52,000 for the RT. It’s ridiculous that there’s some of these cars for this price.
Like this a lot more than I thought I would
Great review, Racer X, hopefully the hornet doesn’t have a short life like the dart.
Maybe they'll get a GLH for you to do the review 🤔
Thanks Racer X
If you knew anything about Alfa products (you don't), you'd know they offer some of the best paddle shifters in the industry and that they come on the higher trim levels of the Hornet (and Tonale). Muscle car guys don't understand smaller, less powerful vehicles or what most cars offer for $30k.
This car doesn't offer it for $30,000.
@@rogerrussell9544 OK, you may not like this car, but what DO you like that costs $30k new?
@@rlsedition I just bought a Chrysler 300 for that price. The 3.6 is quick and got over 30 mpg on the way home. I did shop and get a bargain from a dealer I was willing to travel for.
@@rogerrussell9544 Not a great example you used, given that the 300 is no longer being produced and dealers will want to move that inventory. Also, the 300 is several sizes larger than the Hornet/Tonale and target an entirely different market.
@@rlsedition You asked and I told you. It's a good example since it's the 9th new Chrysler product for me since 2007, I'm a typical loyal Mopar guy and after seeing what was sitting at the dealer I got more for less with a more traditional model, one not corrupted by Stellantis. And yes, I did sit in a Hornet and didn't like it for reasons Stellantis would never understand, I'm only an American you know....
It’s a sporty looking keep compass ;)
Great video for entry level transportation.
Can't wait until you test drive the 2 Dr Banshee Charger💪😎
Mmmm, Banshee 😊
Looks great. If I were looking for family car... I'd consider it. But I have one those. Looking for muscle and Dodge no longer has it.
Great content, as always Racer!
Remember when Dodge had no muscle throughout the 80’s and 90’s yet sold
in record numbers?
A Piece of Junk. It's a Disposable Vehicle. Will start Falling Apart before 100,000 miles.
I kinda love the blacktop package on a black car. That’s how my Charger is set up and I love all the black. Looks mean.
I want one. It’s beautiful
One thing i dont get about the hate is the fact that people assume Dodge is a pure performance brand... Dodge isn't ferrari, look not even a decade in the past and you have things like the Grand Caravan, Journey, Nitro, Neon, Dart.... not exactly performance.
True, but compared to almost all other cars in its class -- compact, gas powered crossovers -- the Hornet 2L turbo IS a performance car in its own right. The only competitor that comes close is the Mazda CX5.
You don't get Mopar. It isn't just about the muscle but the long lasting powertrain. I'd stack a 1969 383 against any small highly stressed 4 cylinder turbo for durability. For what the dealers charge for repairs and parts I would avoid this not just new, but as a cheap used car in a few years.
@@rogerrussell9544 I don’t see how “old engine easy to work on” has anything to do with my comment. Same can be said for any manufacturer today. My point is people act like if Dodge puts out a commuter car it’s some crime against humanity
@@EricGallant24 Your comment was about performance. What performance enthusianst doesn't want to tweak his car and coax it into all the power he can get from it? The hornet is so complicated that isnt' possible. That's why my reply is relevant to your post.
@@rogerrussell9544 that’s not a Hornet problem, that’s literally every new car. What performance enthusiast is buying a mid size SUV? Buy a Charger if your a performance enthusiast
I swear im the only one excited about this thing😂😂 i love my v8s but these can be cool too
Seems a lot of people forgot about the old SRT4 Calibers.
$57K is still way too much for a scat pack. I got my scat pack for $34K a couple years ago brand new. These prices now are absurd. Are people actually paying these prices?
Yep there's a lot of overpaid people today.
If they get a glh will you do another review? I hope so, good video though appreciate the insight
I'm kinda disappointed that knowing who you are and how you represent the Dodge brand that they didn't give you a GT plus with the Track Pack Option . That has the 20 inch wheels, Alcantara seats, Dual mode suspension, and brembos. In every review that little Hurricane 4 has run a 5.8 second 0-60 despite Dodge claiming 6.5 seconds. Direct Connection supposedly is going to offer a 40 hp Tuning package, a less restrictive exhaust that exits out the rear, and lowering springs. To me that equates to a sponky little daily. I'm going to get one with all options and take it to a power broker dealer for the extras. I'll bring it down to Florida so you can review it as soon as the Direct Connection parts become available.
Hey RacerX what's going on with this channel? I subscribed because/when you were posting drag videos with your Hellcat and got a little disappointed when you got your Mustang and rarely showed any performance footage. Now it seems most of your content is being a salesman for Dodge. I get it - they probably pay you a nice chunk of change but honestly, talking about badges and stitching is pretty boring stuff. I sure hope you return to your roots soon
The local Dodge Dealer here already have a used 2023 Hornet GT... Might have to check it out.. just to see it.
It's ugly....it's hideous...bring back the Dart and it's a joke that you would think this could ever replace the Charger and Challenger. I can get that quickness from my Dart GT
Why? People didn't like it and it didn't sell. The small sedan market has sailed for Dodge since they exited from the Neon. People aren't buying small sedans and it doesn't make sense for Dodge to spend billions of dollars developing a small sedan with an ICE when the market is pushing to EV's.
@Ducktails 1 the government is pushing to EVs and teens wanting to drive this is what they need, gas isn't cheap. The Dart didn't sell because they half assed it and that goes for any car. You make something from cheap parts it will break. I've beat the hell out of my Dart and not a problem. 130K with no tune up and I need an oil change soon. But she's still a tough one
@@TheEndIsMan392 It didn't sell well because in the end it just wasn't a very good car. It was slow, got poor fuel mileage compared to the competition, didn't ride well and overall just wasn't a good vehicle. They had poor engine choices with even worse transmission choices.
They did look nice I will say that. I had 2 Dart's, a 2013 Rallye Sport which had clutch and transmission issues (6-speed manual), and then a 2015 GT which had oil consumption issues.
In the end the competition just was a lot better than the Dart in pretty much every aspect. This is a dying market to be in right now so it doesn't make any sense to even attempt to make a vehicle for this segment. Everyone is buying Smaller CUV's and SUV's now.
@@ducktails1695 You are right 🤙🤙🤙