Used Dodge Hornet for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

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 $22,491, and its lowest point over the past year was $22,491. 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 expert reviews point to a compact crossover with standout power, standard all-wheel drive, and appealing tech.

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 in the R/T trim.

37.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Dodge Hornet models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Hornet top marks, and the expert writeups repeatedly highlight its strong styling, standard all-wheel drive, and easy-to-use technology. That combination points to a model that feels well-liked by shoppers and broadly appealing in daily use.

• 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 most tied to trim choice and purchase price, so it pays to focus on the versions that best match your budget and driving needs.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.2% — 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 the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 268 horsepower, nine-speed automatic, and standard all-wheel drive; this is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the Hornet’s core performance and everyday usability.
• GT Plus: adds a more upscale take on the gas model for buyers who want extra equipment while staying with the regular engine.
• R/T: brings the plug-in hybrid powertrain with 288 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque, electric AWD, six-speed automatic, and Sport mode for shoppers who want the most advanced powertrain.
• R/T Plus: the most expensive trim, pairing the plug-in hybrid setup with the higher-end equipment level for buyers who want the most fully featured Hornet.

What Dodge Hornet do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare trims, colors, and prices side by side. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because inventory is deeper and pricing is easier to benchmark.

What is the Dodge Hornet's resale value?

Both model years show clear price declines, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drop on the newer year suggests recent Hornet models have moved down quickly, while the older year has also softened at a meaningful pace. That makes the current market especially attractive if you're looking for a recent Hornet at a lower entry price.

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 −10.46% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.34%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 37.1% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 37.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $22,467. The Dodge Hornet offers a distinctive, performance-minded character that gives it a strong personality 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 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.