2024 Dodge Hornet vs. 2025 Subaru Forester Review

Picture of the 2024 Dodge Hornet

2024 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $31,400 to $46,400
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Forester

2025 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $29,810 to $39,995
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MPG - City 21 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 69.1 - 74.4 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 180-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 268 - 288 hp 180 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 178.0 in 182.7 - 183.3 in
Exterior Width 82.0 in 72.0 - 72.2 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Info not available Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 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 Forester, 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 Forester.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Hornet is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Dodge Hornet is slightly shorter than the Subaru Forester, which may make it easier to park.

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

Powertrain
The Dodge Hornet has much lower torque than the Subaru Forester, 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 Forester.