DODGE CROSSOVER DRIVERS
DODGE CROSSOVER DRIVER

On the safety front, the Hornet will come standard with automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, active lane control, blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alerts, rear parking sensors, and a rear-seat reminder system. Alcantara upholstered seats will be available in the Track pack, which will also include 20-inch wheels. Black leather upholstery will come standard, and buyers will be able to opt for red seats for more attitude. A flat-bottom steering wheel and red stitching add a performance flavor.

DODGE CROSSOVER DRIVER

Dodge says the screens and other interior controls are tipped toward the driver for a driver-focused cockpit. It will also come with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a built-in Alexa virtual assistant, and it will offer a 14-speaker, 465-watt Harman Kardon audio system. Inside, the Hornet features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.3-inch center touchscreen to run the brand's Android-based Uconnect 5 infotainment system.

The Dodge name doesn't appear on the exterior.

It also features matte black lower body cladding, LED headlights, and standard 17-inch wheels. It takes on familiar Dodge performance styling cues, including a hood with integrated heat extractors, a mail-slot grille, and a Dodge 'Rhombi' continuous taillight design. The Hornet enters a crowded small crossover market with an attitude. A Sport mode for both models will ramp up the performance and quicken vehicle responses. Dodge quotes skidpad traction figures of 0.9 g for the R/T and 0.87 g for the GT. Standard performance bits on the R/T will include dual exhaust, steering wheel shift paddles, and Brembo front brake calipers. Dodge says it has an enhanced body structure for better control.

Koni shocks will come standard and adjustable dampers will be optional for both models in the Track pack. The Hornet rides the platform of the Alfa Romeo Tonale and uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and an independent three-link Chapman strut rear suspension. Dodge claims the R/T's 15.5-kwh battery pack will give it more than 30 miles of electric driving range, and a 7.4-kw onboard charger will allow a full charge in 2.5 hours on a Level 2 outlet.

DODGE CROSSOVER DRIVERS

The R/T uses a 6-speed automatic and comes with Hybrid, Electric, and E-Save driving modes so drivers can get the best efficiency, use only electricity, or save the electricity for use later, respectively.

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