2024 Dodge Hornet vs. 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale

If you’re in the market for a new luxury SUV, you may have come across the 2024 Dodge Hornet and the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale as two popular options. There’s good reason for this, as they both have much to offer. Our Firkins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) team has compiled this guide to these two popular SUVs to help you decide if one is right.

Performance

Under the hood of the 2024 Dodge Hornet, you’ll find a turbocharged 2-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 268 horsepower. This engine pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission to give drivers a responsive and robust driving experience. A plug-in hybrid powertrain is also available on the R/T model that uses a 1.3-liter engine and electric motor to produce 288 horsepower. Either way, you’ll get all-wheel drive as a standard inclusion, giving you better control in tougher driving conditions.

Finally, the EPA estimates that the 2024 Dodge Hornet will get around 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, with the plug-in hybrid being rated at 29 mpg combined.

As for the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, there’s only one powertrain available. This plug-in hybrid uses a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor to produce 285 horsepower. This system also comes standard with all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. In terms of fuel efficiency, the EPA estimates that the Tonale will get around 77 MPGe, along with the ability to drive around 33 miles on just electric power.

Design

One of the great things about the 2024 Dodge Hornet is the design elements, both on the outside and inside. The exterior design uses elegant curves to create a sleek SUV, while the front grille and headlights only add to its appearance. Inside, you’ll find a well-designed cabin optimized for comfort and space. Everything is geared toward giving the driver a better experience, from the slightly canted console to the improved driver’s position.

Similarly, the Tonale features an elegant exterior design and a modern interior. The interior of the Tonale can come in several colors, including black, chocolate, ice, and a red/black combination. On the outside, you can get either black, red, white, or metallic blue, among others. This is similar to the Dodge Hornet, which is also available in various color combinations.

Interior Space

The interior of the 2024 Dodge Hornet and the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale include features to ensure the best driving experience. In the 2024 Dodge Hornet, this means a spacious cabin and ample cargo space in the rear. One feature that both the Hornet and Romeo share is the integrated ignition switch beneath the left spoke on the steering wheel. Other interior features on the Hornet include faux-suede materials or even red leather, heated seats, and 60/40 split folding rear seats for better storage space.

Inside the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, you’ll find a cabin made from premium materials, including aluminum trim and some leather and microsuede surfaces. The seats could use a little more support, but they’re still stylish, thanks to their red-contrast stitching. However, we believe you can get essentially the same amount of style from the Hornet, just at a more affordable price.

Entertainment

The 2024 Dodge Hornet and the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale feature the latest entertainment technology. For the 2024 Dodge Hornet, this means a 10.25-inch infotainment display and a 12-inch digital gauge display. This infotainment system lets you easily control your preferred media and vehicle settings thanks to the latest Uconnect 5 system. Other entertainment features include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto compatibility, and Amazon Alexa. For an even better experience, you can upgrade to add a 14-speaker premium audio system from Harman/Kardon and a wireless smartphone charging pad.

The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale also features a 10.3-inch touchscreen that uses the Uconnect 5 software, along with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integrations. Perhaps the biggest difference between these two models is that the Tonale offers a wireless phone charger as standard, while it’s an optional upgrade in the Hornet.

Safety

Whichever vehicle you select, you can expect the latest in safety features. The Hornet and the Romeo are standard with automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. With the Dodge Hornet, you can also upgrade to get adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature perfect for those days in traffic or on the highway. As for the Alfa Romeo, you can upgrade to add a 360 camera, which is great for navigating through tight spots.

Trims and MSRPs

You have a few trim options to select from With the 2024 Dodge Hornet and the 2024 Alfa Romeo. The trim you select will determine not only the features you get but the starting MSRP. For the 2024 Dodge Hornet, the available trim levels and their MSRPs are:

• 2024 Dodge Hornet GT: $31,400.
• 2024 Dodge Hornet GT Plus: $36,400.
• 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T plug-in hybrid: $41,400.
• 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus plug-in hybrid: $46,400.

With the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, the available trim levels are:

• 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Sprint: $43,845.
• 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Ti: $46,155.
• 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce: $50,195.

Explore the 2024 Dodge Hornet at Firkins CDJR

As you can see, there’s much to like about both these vehicles. However, if you’re looking for the more affordable option without sacrificing much in the way of performance, comfort or advanced features, then finding a 2024 Dodge Hornet for sale is likely your best bet. To learn more about what this SUV has to offer, please visit Firkins CDJR today. You can contact us at any time to schedule an appointment or check out our available inventory online to see what we have in stock.