Used Dodge Hornet for Sale nearKansas City, MO

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 $22,353, and its lowest point over the past year was $22,353. 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 across the full model range, and the expert reviews point to a compact crossover with standout styling, useful technology, and strong performance character.

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 a claustrophobic back seat, limited cargo space, and poor value on the R/T trim.

36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Hornet models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Dodge Hornet very highly, and the expert writeups reinforce that with praise for its standard all-wheel drive, easy-to-use technology, and strong overall personality. Across the model years in the data, it comes across as a vehicle that delivers a lot of appeal for shoppers who want something distinctive.

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

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is choosing a trim or configuration that stretches your budget without adding enough everyday value.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard safety features include 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 and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Fuel efficiency: The 2024 Dodge Hornet GT should return 21 mpg in the city, 29 highway, 24 combined.

Which Dodge Hornet trim should I buy?

The 2024 Dodge Hornet offers these trims:

• GT: the gas-powered starting point with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, 268 horsepower, 295 pound-feet of torque, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive; a strong value if you want the Hornet’s core performance character
• GT Plus: adds a more upscale take on the gas model while keeping the same basic powertrain and all-wheel-drive setup
• R/T: the plug-in hybrid trim with a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, two electric motors, 288 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque, a six-speed automatic transmission, standard all-wheel drive, Sport mode, and Powershot
• R/T Plus: the most expensive trim, pairing the plug-in hybrid setup 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.

Higher-listing model years usually draw more shopper attention because you have more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price and equipment mix. They also tend to be the years where you can shop with the most flexibility on condition, mileage, and trim.

What is the Dodge Hornet's resale value?

Both model years show meaningful price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The larger drop on the newer model year suggests stronger near-term price movement, while the older model year also shows a solid decline from its prior average. Overall, the pattern points to improving value for used buyers across the lineup.

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

Dodge includes an impressive selection of advanced driver assistance systems as standard equipment on the 2024 Hornet.

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

Should I buy a used Dodge Hornet now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −10.44% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.24%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 36.4% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 36.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $22,340. The Dodge Hornet offers distinctive styling and a sporty personality that help it stand out in the compact crossover class.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.