From GT to R/T: What Sets Each 2025 Dodge Hornet Trim Apart?

Since its introduction in 2023, the compact Dodge Hornet SUV has become a favorite in its segment with its stylish looks, thrilling performance, dynamic handling, and spacious and practical interior. Wondering which 2025 Dodge Hornet trim fits your lifestyle—GT, GT Plus, R/T, or R/T Plus? At Firkins CDJR in Bradenton, we break down every trim level so you can pick the best compact SUV for your budget and driving needs.

A Detailed Review of the 2025 Dodge Hornet’s Trim Levels

The sporty Dodge Hornet crossover utility vehicle (CUV) stands out with its wide stance, athletic profile, stylish and functional hood vents, and distinctive signature LED lighting. The sleek interior design features sporty elements, and the driver-centric cockpit puts essential controls at your fingertips, providing a dynamic driving experience. For 2025, the Dodge Hornet trims are the GT, GT Plus, R/T, and R/T Plus, and one is sure to suit your personality, needs, and budget.

2025 Dodge Hornet GT

The Hornet GT’s exterior features include keyless entry, upper and lower mesh grilles, automatic LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, 17-inch silver aluminum wheels, gloss black heated power-folding mirrors, rear privacy glass, a body-color rear spoiler, and LED taillights. Inside, you’ll find a push-button start, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, leatherette-trimmed cloth seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a Techno leather steering wheel.

2025 Dodge Hornet GT Plus

On the outside, the GT Plus’s foot-activated power liftgate simplifies loading and unloading. The cabin offers leather upholstery, heated power-adjustable front seats, driver’s seat memory, a heated steering wheel, a power sunroof, a wireless charging pad, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T

The R/T loses the power liftgate and sunroof but gains 18-inch graphite aluminum wheels and dual chrome exhaust tips. Interior features include cloth and leatherette upholstery, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and a manually adjustable passenger seat. The Keyless Enter ‘n Go system enables you to lock and unlock the doors and liftgate from within 5 feet of the vehicle without fumbling for your keys.

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus

For the exterior, the R/T Plus reinstates the hands-free power liftgate and sunroof. Its cabin includes leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, driver’s seat memory, a wireless charging pad, and Keyless Enter ‘n Go.

2025 Dodge Hornet’s Pricing

The starting MSRP of the 2025 Dodge Hornet’s base GT trim is $31,585, with the GT Plus beginning at $37,475. The R/T’s lowest MSRP comes in at $41,645, while the top-of-the-line R/T Plus is available from $47,485. At Firkins Auto Group, you can discover great deals on new vehicles, with prices often below the MSRP.

Engine, Performance, and Fuel Economy

All Hornet models come standard with an all-wheel-drive system that provides confident handling. Energizing the GT and GT Plus is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine delivering 268 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. It works with a slick-shifting nine-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain takes the Hornet from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds on the way to a top speed of 140 mph, making it the fastest in the CUV segment.

Under the hood of R/T and R/T Plus models is a turbocharged 1.3-liter four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain that delivers 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque via a six-speed automatic transmission. This arrangement can accelerate the Hornet from zero to 60 mph in just 5.6 seconds. It uses the exclusive PowerShot feature, which gives the vehicle a 30-horsepower boost for up to 15 seconds to take you ahead of the pack. Paddle shifters are available for the GT models and standard with the plug-in hybrids.

With the 2.0-liter turbo, you get 21 mpg for city driving and 29 on the highway. The plug-in hybrid Hornets can travel 32 miles in all-electric mode, offering a combined gas and electric economy of 77 MPGe. With the proper equipment, both powertrains give the Hornet a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 pounds.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The 2025 Dodge Hornet’s seating capacity is five. You and your passengers will enjoy a spacious, stylish, comfortable, and sporty interior with plenty of room for your gear. In the GT and GT Plus, you get 27 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats; folding down the 60/40-split second row increases this to 54.7 cubic feet. In the R/T and R/T Plus, the hybrid powertrain reduces these cargo capacities to 22.9 and 50.5 cubic feet. Clever storage solutions throughout the cabin, including center and overhead consoles, provide places for your smaller items.

The Hornet GT and R/T feature the Uconnect 5 infotainment system, which has a 10.25-inch touch screen, a Wi-Fi hot spot, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, hands-free phone and audio, and a six-speaker sound setup with satellite radio. The GT Plus and R/T Plus boast the Uconnect 5 Nav system, which adds GPS navigation, connected travel and traffic services, integrated voice command, and a premium 14-speaker Harman Kardon audio setup with high-definition radio.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Dodge takes safety seriously, and the Hornet comes standard with many peace-of-mind technologies. Driver assistance features include adaptive speed control, blind-spot and cross-path detection, forward collision warning, lane-keep assist, pedestrian and cyclist emergency braking, and automatic high-beam control.

A rear backup camera and rear park assist help avoid collisions when parking; you also get traffic sign recognition and a tire pressure monitoring system. Available safety features include active driving assist, intelligent speed assist, drowsy driver detection, automated parking assist, and a surround-view camera system.

Experience the 2025 Dodge Hornet at Firkins CDJR!

If you’re looking for a 2025 Dodge Hornet for sale in Bradenton, Florida, browse our inventory online or visit our dealership. Our sales team at Firkins Auto Group will be happy to demonstrate this SUV’s many superb features. Contact us today to schedule a test-drive, and experience the Hornet’s thrilling power, exciting handling characteristics, and spacious, comfortable cabin. Don’t wait to discover why this stylish model puts other compact SUVs in the shade.

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