What we know about the first Dodge electric

Smaller than the virile and robust Dodge Durango SUV, the all-new 2023 Dodge Hornet is a compact sports utility vehicle that was built on the same platform as the Alfa Romeo Tonal, which hit the market in 2019. Other than the typical Dodge look, the Hornet GT and the Hornet R/T hybrid also share an interior that is identical almost in every way to the Tonale, and so are other components as well.

Powertrain

When we think of Dodge, what first comes to mind? Performance of course! And you will be happy to know that the 2023 Dodge Hornet stays true to this philosophy. Here are more details about the Dodge electric powertrain as well as the fuel engine:

A 9- speed automatic transmission sends power to the 20- inch wheels. With the Hurricane powertrain, you can expect to reach the 0-100 km/hr in as little as 6.5 seconds, although you should know it will require premium 91 octane fuel.

When it comes to the hybrid version, the Dodge R/T hybrid and its 90 kW electric motor bring power up to 285 horsepower and the 15 kWh battery will allow you to pulverize the 0-100 km/hr in just 6.2 seconds. The electric range for this Dodge in full electric mode reaches up to 50 kilometers.

The all-wheel drive system equips both models and thanks to the PowerShot system, you will have access to an extra 25 horsepower instantaneously. Many will also be happy to know that both the 2023 Hornet hybrid and Hornet GT offer a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds (907 kg).

The Hornet: A bold design

Dual exhaust tips, Brembo brake calipers, boomerang shaped headlights and stunning taillights… yes, these are certainly features that remind us of the Durango. However, the Hornet has its own unique devilishly sexy look; there is no doubt!

The Hornet Interior

Almost identical to the Tonale interior (its cousin), the dashboard accentuates the sporty feel and, amongst the different features it offers, let’s mention:

• A 12.3- inch digital screen;
• A 10.25- inch touch screen that displays performance pages and G force;
• A black layout with contrasting red topstitches;
• A sports steering wheel.

Also offered as an option:

• Alcantara upholstered seats;
• Paddle shifters on steering wheel;
• A high-end 14- speaker harman/kardon sound system with subwoofer.

Cutting-edge technologies

It comes as no surprise that both Hornet models offer innovative technologies. Here is just a sample:

• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon’s Alexa;
• A 360° panoramic camera;
• A power tailgate.

What we know about safety

Aside from the automatic parking system that will be arriving later, the Hornet is equipped with an impressive array of safety features, either standard offered or optional, like:

• Automatic emergency braking;
• Lane-departure warning;
• Automatic countersteering;
• Blind spot warning;
• Drowsy driver alert;
• Active driving assist;
• Intelligent speed assist;
• Traffic sign recognition.

Presumed arrival date and price

The Stellantis group has said that we can expect the GT model to arrive at the beginning of the upcoming year, while the version with the electric motor will be arriving for spring 2023. Without knowing the official prices, we do know that they should play around $ 40,000 and $ 50,000.

To find out a little more about the 2023 Dodge Hornet, or about the future of electric Dodge vehicles, to learn about our current special offers or our financing plans, come and visit us today at your Dodge Rive-Sud Chrysler dealership, located on Taschereau boulevard in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal, easily accessible from downtown Montreal via the Samuel-De-Champlain bridge.

Once we get closer to arrival date, we will have more details regarding trim levels, prices, dimensions, performance and amenities for this compact SUV that is already promising all the necessary ingredients to be met with outstanding success.