2024 Dodge Durango

The 2024 Dodge Durango stands out in its class by embracing its traditional SUV roots, offering V8 engines and off-roading capability with a two-speed transfer case. While its interior lacks some refinement and luxury, it provides ample space for passengers, a quiet ride, and a user-friendly UConnect operating system. The Durango’s cargo space is competitive but falls behind a few rivals, though it excels in towing capacity, maxing out at 8,700 pounds on select models. The highlight of the Durango is its powerful engine options, ranging from a 295-horsepower V6 to V8s with 360 hp, 475 hp, or a staggering 710 hp in the SRT Hellcat variant. However, these engines are less fuel-efficient compared to some competitors, making the Durango a distinctive choice in the three-row crossover segment.

2024 Dodge Hornet

The 2024 Dodge Hornet injects excitement into a segment typically dominated by practical, everyday vehicles. While compact SUVs are immensely popular, thrilling driving experiences are often a rarity among them. The Dodge Hornet is here to break that mold. Drawing inspiration from the Alfa Romeo Tonale, the Hornet brings a touch of upscale European flair while retaining the unmistakable Dodge attitude. This marks a significant milestone for the brand, as the Hornet represents Dodge’s first entirely new vehicle in over a decade. It signifies a shift toward a more refined direction, exemplified by the range-topping Dodge Hornet R/T, which happens to be the first electrified Dodge in the brand’s rich history.

The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T stands as the flagship of the lineup, boasting exceptional power. Its plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers a robust 288 horsepower, and it offers an electrifying burst of acceleration on demand, thanks to its special electric PowerShot feature. Meanwhile, the Dodge Hornet GT, though slightly tamer, still packs a punch with its turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering a substantial 268 horsepower. In fact, it boasts the highest standard horsepower among all compact crossovers in the mass-market segment. Both Hornet models come equipped with extensive lists of available tech features and one of the industry’s premier infotainment systems, giving buyers two compelling options in the compact SUV category.