2024 Dodge Hornet vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Dodge Hornet

2024 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $31,400 to $46,400
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 21 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 268 - 288 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 178.0 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 82.0 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Info not available Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Dodge Hornet, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Dodge Hornet is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Hornet is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Dodge Hornet takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Crosstrek.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Dodge Hornet is clearly the choice over the Subaru Crosstrek for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Hornet greatly out-muscles the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
The Dodge Hornet has much lower torque than the Subaru Crosstrek, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Dodge Hornet and the Subaru Crosstrek.