Name: 2023 Dodge Hornet
Brand: Dodge
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is the 2023 Dodge Hornet and what is its starting price in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2023 Dodge Hornet is a newly launched compact SUV from Stellantis Canada, sharing its platform with the Alfa Romeo Tonale. It is offered in two versions in Canada: the Hornet R/T PHEV (plug-in hybrid) starting at approximately $44,995 CAD, and the Hornet GT AWD starting at approximately $38,995 CAD. The GT is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 268 hp paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, while the R/T PHEV combines a 1.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder with an electric motor for a combined 288 hp and an electric-only range of approximately 50 km. The Hornet R/T is eligible for the federal iZEV rebate of $5,000 CAD for PHEVs, and for provincial incentives in Quebec (up to $4,000 CAD additional) and British Columbia (up to $4,000 CAD). It is the first electrified vehicle from the Dodge brand in North America.

Question 2

Is the 2023 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV eligible for Canadian government incentives?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the 2023 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV qualifies for the federal iZEV program from Natural Resources Canada for a $5,000 CAD rebate, as its electric-only range of approximately 50 km meets (or very nearly meets) the program's threshold and its price is below $60,000 CAD. In Quebec, the provincial government rebate through the Roulez vert program can add up to $4,000 CAD, bringing the effective price to approximately $35,995 CAD before taxes. In British Columbia, SCRAP-IT and the CEV for BC program offer up to $4,000 CAD for PHEVs. Ontario does not have a provincial incentive program in 2023. The 15.5 kWh battery charges fully in approximately 2.5 hours on a Level 2 (240V) outlet. The Hornet R/T also includes a PowerShot mode that unleashes an extra 30 hp for 15 seconds, enabling a 0-100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds — a distinctive selling point in the Canadian market.

Question 3

How does the 2023 Dodge Hornet compare to its direct competitors in the Canadian market?

Accepted Answer

In the Canadian compact SUV segment, the 2023 Dodge Hornet faces the Ford Bronco Sport, Jeep Compass, Hyundai Tucson, and Toyota RAV4. The Hornet GT (268 hp, $38,995 CAD) offers the highest power in its price class, while the Hornet R/T PHEV (288 hp, $44,995 CAD before incentives) competes directly with the Toyota RAV4 Prime (302 hp, $44,990 CAD). The Hornet's advantage is its overtly sporty character (sport suspension, Sport and Track drive modes) and aggressive design inherited from Dodge's DNA. Its drawback is that the Alfa Romeo Tonale-derived platform is still largely undocumented for long-term reliability in Canada, and while the Dodge/Chrysler service network is extensive, it has limited experience with this specific PHEV powertrain. Early feedback from Canadian owners on forums like Canadiandriverforum.ca reports high satisfaction with performance overall, but some reduction in electric range during cold winters as the battery loses efficiency below -10 degrees C.

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