Used Dodge Hornet for Sale nearSan Jose, 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 $23,037, and its year-round low is $23,043.35. That gives you a quick read on where this model sits right now, with recent used examples clustering in the low-to-mid $20,000s. 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 model's appeal is reinforced by its distinctive styling, standard all-wheel drive, and modern 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 on the R/T trim.

29.1% 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 commentary points to a model that combines strong powertrain choices with easy-to-use technology and standard all-wheel drive. The overall ownership picture is encouraging for used shoppers who want a compact crossover with personality and modern features.

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

For long-term ownership, you should still plan for normal used-car wear checks and verify service history, especially on higher-mileage examples.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard advanced driver assistance systems, including automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: UConnect 5 with a 10.25-inch touchscreen and 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 these trims:

• GT: the best-value choice 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: adds the same gas powertrain with a more upscale equipment mix for shoppers who want extra comfort and convenience.
• R/T: brings the plug-in hybrid setup with a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 15.5-kWh battery, two electric motors, 288 horsepower, 383 pound-feet of torque, and a six-speed automatic transmission.
• R/T Plus: the most premium version, pairing the PHEV powertrain with the highest equipment level for buyers who want the most advanced Hornet experience.

What Dodge Hornet do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-listing years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can help you find the right price, color, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first, since supply is broad and deal availability is already solid.

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 movement is fairly similar across the two years, so neither one is holding value dramatically better than the other. For buyers, that creates a useful window to shop recent Hornets with some pricing softness already built in.

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

The 2024 Dodge Hornet includes standard advanced driver assistance systems, including automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control.

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 −9.19% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.99%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 29.1% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 29.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $23,023. The Dodge Hornet offers distinctive styling that helps it stand out in a crowded compact-crossover class.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2024 Hornet GT should return 21 mpg in the city, 29 highway, 24 combined, while the R/T uses a 15.5-kWh battery and delivers 288 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: UConnect 5, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto, and wireless Apple CarPlay.
• Safety: standard advanced driver assistance systems, including automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control.
• 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 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.