Comparison: Honda HR-V vs Dodge Hornet

The Honda HR-V and Dodge Hornet are both delivering significant "firsts" for their respective brands, with the Hornet most notably helping Dodge take a historic step by being the very first electrified offering. The HR-V, on the other hand, is the nation's #1 selling SUV for new vehicle owners.

These compact-yet-mighty crossovers are loaded with lots of innovation and value, and their different personalities play a large part in how you'll enjoy the ride.

To help you see if one of these vehicles is a match for your unique lifestyle, let's take a closer look at the key highlights of the all-new 2024 Honda HR-V and 2024 Dodge Hornet.

       

2025 Honda HR-V Comparison Highlights

Honda's HR-V is the most popular SUV among first-time and Gen-Z buyers, and it's easy to see why this is the case. With its stylish looks, upscale interior, and lots of tech, it's the right fit for those with active lifestyles.

This second-generation HR-V was built from the ground up without compromise, and the result is more comfort and even more fun on the road. A longer and wider wheelbase was implemented for enhanced stability and ride smoothness, and also allows the larger, more responsive 2.0-liter 4-cylinder to efficiently apply its power to the ground.

And because your adventures might take you to places where the weather or pavement isn't ideal, the HR-V's available Real Time All-Wheel Drive with Intelligent Control has been re-tuned to deliver more power to the rear wheels when it detects that overall grip is low. And supplementing this all-terrain capability is a first-for-HR-V Hill Descent Control. This system allows you to easily set a speed between 2 and 12 mph, and the HR-V will maintain that speed so you can focus on steering through steep and/or slippery declines.

On the inside, the spacious and versatile cabin features Honda's newest take on the concept of "simplicity and something" design, emphasizing outward visibility, seamless styling, and unmatched comfort. For example, all-new Body Stabilizing Seats reduce fatigue during long drives, while the rear seat area has been widened to better accommodate three passengers.

This thoughtfulness is also present in the technology that has been integrated into the HR-V's passenger area, starting with the first-for-HR-V digital instrument display that features user-selectable functions. A standard 7-inch or available 9-inch color touchscreen is your portal to infotainment and connectivity, with all HR-V models coming standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. On the top-line HR-V EX-L model, you'll benefit even further from wireless device connectivity, a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad, and an upgraded 8-speaker audio system for a premium home-away-from-home experience.

The 2024 HR-V is a clear leader in safety performance for its segment thanks to a long list of active and passive standard safety technology. The new Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver assistive systems is also standard on all HR-Vs, and features a new single camera that provides a 100-degree field of view. This upgraded camera offers twice as much coverage compared to the previous system, and can recognize elements like vehicles, pedestrians, white lines, curbs, and road signs. Other new safety functions for the 2024 HR-V include Traffic Jam Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition, in addition to smoother responses for current features like Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping Assist.