How much does the Dodge Hornet cost in today's market?

Used Dodge Hornet prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Dodge Hornet's current nationwide average price is $23,109, and its year-round low is $23,112.70. That gives you a useful snapshot of what used shoppers are seeing right now for this model. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Dodge Hornet a good car?

Yes — the Dodge Hornet earns strong marks from owners, and the recent model years also bring appealing tech, standard all-wheel drive, and distinctive styling.

The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the claustrophobic back seat, limited cargo space, and the R/T trim's poor value.

33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Hornet models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Dodge Hornet very highly, and the available expert feedback points to a model that delivers strong everyday appeal through its styling, technology, and standard traction. Across the years in the data, that combination gives you a reassuring ownership picture.

• Owners rate the Dodge Hornet 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you shop carefully and focus on well-kept examples with clean histories.

What should I look for when buying a used Dodge Hornet?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: standard widescreen infotainment display with UConnect 5, plus wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg in the city, 29 highway, 24 combined

Which Dodge Hornet trim should I buy?

The 2024 Dodge Hornet offers...

• GT: The best-value trim if you want the gas model's 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 268 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque, nine-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
• GT Plus: Choose this if you want the GT's core powertrain with a more upscale equipment mix.
• R/T: This trim adds the plug-in hybrid setup with a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 15.5-kWh battery, two electric motors, 288 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque, and an electric AWD system.
• R/T Plus: Pick this if you want the R/T powertrain with the most premium equipment in the lineup.

What Dodge Hornet do most buyers choose?

The Dodge Hornet years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

| Model Year | Total Listings | Good + Great Deals % | |---|---|---|---| | 2024 | 1,101 | 33.3% | | 2023 | 1,025 | 33.9% | | 2025 | 963 | 33.3% |

The highest-volume model years usually give you the broadest selection, which makes it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition. That often makes them the most practical starting point when you're shopping used.

What is the Dodge Hornet's resale value?

Used Hornet prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping for value. The declines are meaningful, with the newer model year showing the larger drop. The 2023 and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Dodge Hornet safe?

• 2024: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Dodge Hornet now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −9.17% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −7.51%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 33.3% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 33.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,062. The Dodge Hornet offers distinctive styling and a modern-feeling cabin that help it stand out in the compact crossover class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The GT is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, while the R/T uses a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, a 15.5-kWh battery, and two electric motors for 288 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: UConnect 5, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
• Safety: adaptive cruise control with intelligent speed assist and a lane-tracing assist function.
• Starting price: $30,735

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2026 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.