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Dodge Hornet · Model year 2023 · No longer built

2023 Dodge Hornet specs, maintenance & manuals

Shopping for a used 2023 Dodge Hornet or keeping one on the road? Here are 2 factory configurations, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 9 manufacturer publications and its towing capacity (up to 2,000 lb), straight from the factory sources.

Max towing
2,000 lb
Horsepower
268 hp
Combined MPG
24
Recalls
5
2023 Dodge Hornet towing capacity: up to 2,000 lbEvery 2023 tow rating by engine and drive.See the 2023 towing chart

2023 Dodge Hornet prices by configuration

Base MSRP for each factory configuration as last listed on the manufacturer's site (November 2026), excluding destination, taxes and options.

ConfigurationTrimBase MSRP
Dodge Hornet GT AWDGT$30,735
Dodge Hornet GT Plus AWDGT Plus$35,735

What changed for the 2023 Dodge Hornet

2023 Dodge Hornet is the first model year we have data for on this nameplate.

Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2022 and 2023. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.

2023 Dodge Hornet specs & features

Every one of the 2 factory configurations, from the manufacturer's own spec comparison (as of November 2026). Pick one, or two to compare.

Horsepower
268 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Combined MPG
24 mpg
Curb weight
3,715 lb
Seats
5
Wheelbase
103.8 in
Fuel tank
13.5 gal

Same on every configuration

Engine liters
2 L
Cylinder configuration
I-4
Horsepower
268 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb weight
3,715 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4,960 lb
Payload
1,245 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb
Exterior length
178 in
Exterior body width
82 in
Exterior body height
63.8 in
Wheelbase
103.8 in
Interior cargo volume
27 cu ft
Fuel economy – city
21 mpg
Fuel economy – highway
29 mpg
Fuel economy – combined
24 mpg
Fuel tank
13.5 gal
Recommended fuel
Premium gasoline
Valvetrain
DOHC
Compressor
Intercooled turbo
Drive type
All-wheel
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Sequential shift control
AUTOSTICK

2023 Dodge Hornet fuel economy (EPA)

The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Hornet at 24 MPG combined. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.

City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).

VersionEngineTransmission · driveCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Hornet AWD2.0L 4-cylinder turboSIDI; stop-start9-speed automatic · AWD21MPG29MPG24MPG$2,600371

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.

2023 Dodge Hornet wheels & tires

Factory tire and wheel sizes, spare and the pressure to run, from the spec sheet and owner's manual.

FitsTireWheelType
GT and GT Plus (AWD)
P215/60HR17
17 × 7 in, aluminum
all-season, black sidewall
Cold tire pressure
Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
Spare
Manual describes a compact spare or a non-matching full-size spare, if equipped, under the rear load floor; neither has a tire pressure sensor.
Lug nut torque
88.5 ft-lb (120 N·m), M12 x 1.25 thread, 17 mm socket
Pressure monitor
A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.

Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2023-2024 Dodge Hornet Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.

2023 Dodge Hornet maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.

  • Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary
  • Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary
  • Inspect the CV/Universal joints
  • Replace brake fluid every two years, regardless of mileage
  • Replace the cabin air filter
Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary
Inspect the CV/Universal joints
Inspect the PTU fluid level
Inspect the rear differential fluid level
Inspect front accessory drive belt, tensioner, idler pulley, and replace if necessary
Replace engine air cleaner filter
Replace brake fluid every two years, regardless of mileage
Replace the cabin air filter
Replace spark plugsThe spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary

At every oil change

  • Change oil and filter
  • Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
  • Inspect the CV/Universal joints
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect engine air cleaner filter if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace the engine air cleaner filter if necessary
Compare with another year

2023 Dodge Hornet fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toCapacity
Fuel tank (approximate)All engines13.5 gal51 L
Engine oil with filter2.0L engine5 qt4.73 L
Cooling system2.0L engine7 qt6.6 L
2.0L engine low temp2.3 qt2.17 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Engine coolant
10 year/150,000 mile OAT (Organic Additive Technology) antifreeze/coolantMS.90032
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Miles Formula OAT
Engine oil2.0L engine
SAE 5W-30 full synthetic, API SP/GF-6A certifiedMS-13340
Mopar API SP/GF-6A SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeMopar product
Automatic transmission9-speed automatic
ZF 8 & 9 speed ATF
Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF
Power transfer unit (PTU)If equipped
SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90
Rear differential (RDM)If equipped
SAE 75W-90 synthetic axle lubricant, API GL-5
Mopar Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90
Brake master cylinder
DOT 4
Tutela Top Evo DOT 4

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
2.0L engine
87 octane Regular unleaded (91 or higher for optimal performance)
Up to 15% (E15)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorque
Lug nuts/boltsThread M12 x 1.2517 mm socket88.5 ft‑lb (120 N·m)
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to the MAX level.
  • Tighten wheel fasteners in a star pattern, first to 14.7 ft-lb (20 N·m), then to final torque.
  • Recheck lug nut/bolt torque after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Premium fuel's performance benefit is most noticeable in hot weather or under heavy load such as towing.
  • Equivalent full synthetic 5W-30 API SP oil is acceptable if it carries the API Donut mark.

Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2023 Dodge Hornet recalls & safety

What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2023 Dodge Hornet: 5 recall campaigns and 26 owner complaints. Fetched November 8, 2026.

NHTSA hasn't published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Dodge Hornet.

Recalls (5)

Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.

Seat belts: front: retractorAugust 6, 2026 · Campaign 26V510000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet and 2023-2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The rear outboard seat belts may become twisted and fail to retract properly.

Risk: A seat belt that does not retract may fail to restrain properly an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the retractors and pillar trim, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 17, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.

Campaign 26V510000 on NHTSA.gov
Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraApril 15, 2025 · Campaign 25V246000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and Dodge Hornet vehicles. The display module may not show the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software or replace the display as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 13, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are 13C and 38C.

Campaign 25V246000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment: other: labelsMarch 5, 2024 · Campaign 24V175000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will add an overlay label to the tire placard information, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28B.

Campaign 24V175000 on NHTSA.gov
Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alertOctober 17, 2023 · Campaign 23V696000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The pedestrian alert siren may be missing or disconnected and fail to alert pedestrians when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Risk: Failure to alert pedestrians when backing up increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear pedestrian siren connection and, if necessary, secure and/or replace the connector or siren, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is B5A.

Campaign 23V696000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system: propulsion system: cables: fastener/connectorSeptember 7, 2023 · Campaign 23V623000Park outside

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be tightened properly, which can overheat the electrical connections and result in a fire while parked or driving.

Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and tighten the cable connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 23V623000 on NHTSA.gov

Owner complaints by component

Complaints
26
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
  • Forward collision avoidance12
  • Electrical system10
  • Back over prevention4
  • Unknown or other4
  • Lane departure3
  • Vehicle speed control3
  • Structure2
  • Seat belts1

Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.

Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Hornet. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

2023 Dodge Hornet owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2023 model year.

Owner's manuals

Quick guides

Uconnect & radio

Supplements

Warranty

On Mopar.com

Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.

Salt, snow and hills: the data

Reading the 2023 Hornet data for Great Lakes roads

From the Snowbelt east of Cleveland to the ridges of West Virginia and east Tennessee, this part of the country throws salt, snow and grade at every vehicle. Here is how the 2023 Dodge Hornet specifications line up against all three.

Wheels, tires and freeze-thaw roads

Squalls off Lake Michigan and Lake Erie can drop snow faster than plows keep up, and then tire compound matters more than anything else on the vehicle. Starting from the factory P215/60R17 size, a true winter tire on 17-inch wheels grips packed snow far better than an all-season and leaves sidewall for the potholes the next thaw brings.

Rust-through coverage against road salt

The spec comparison lists corrosion perforation coverage of 60 months / unlimited miles. That covers body sheet metal that rusts through; it is not a promise about the brake lines, fuel lines, exhaust or frame hardware that take the worst of Michigan and Ohio salt. Use an underbody wash during mild spells, and rinse the underside thoroughly once the salt trucks stop.

What the manual says about oil

Oil capacity is 5 qt, and the manual lists SAE 5W-30. Where more than one engine appears in the lineup, the engine code on the window sticker settles which grade applies. The wrong one in a Tennessee winter gives up a little protection on every cold start, and over years of driveway starts that adds up.

Starting in single digits

Battery care in this schedule: inspect it and clean and tighten the terminals as required at each oil change. A battery that bakes through a Nashville or Memphis summer ages faster, then gets found out by the first hard freeze. Have it load-tested in fall rather than waiting for a slow crank.

Which wheels do the pulling

Every 2023 version in the factory data drives with all-wheel drive. That is a real asset on a lake-effect morning in South Bend or Muskegon and on gravel switchbacks in West Virginia, but it does not shorten stopping distances: winter tires and extra following room still decide how a squall ends. On a used Hornet, check that the system engages and the tires match in size and wear.

Cold mornings and the tire-pressure light

Air pressure falls about 1 psi with each 10°F drop, so the swing from a gray, mild lake-effect afternoon to a clear, frigid morning can trip the warning light overnight. Set pressures cold, to the door-jamb placard. An underinflated tire is also easier to damage in a pothole, because the rim sits closer to the edge it hits.

Coolant through freeze and climb

Fluids table: OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula), 7 qt. Scheduled replacement comes at 10 years or 150,000 miles. Stick to that chemistry, since mixing coolant types can shorten their protective life. On a used Hornet from Tennessee, ask whether the coolant was changed on time, and check the level in the overflow tank with the engine cold before you drive it.

Cold-morning features by configuration

Keyfob remote start is listed on 1 of the 2 factory configurations, heated seats on 1 of the 2 factory configurations. Starting the engine from indoors gives the defroster a head start on an iced windshield, but never let it run in a closed garage, and clear the tailpipe first if snow has drifted around the vehicle overnight.

Specifications are the manufacturer's; the weather and road context is ours. When a note here and the 2023 owner's manual disagree, follow the manual.

2023 Dodge Hornet questions

How much did the 2023 Dodge Hornet cost new?

Base MSRP ran from $30,735 (Dodge Hornet GT AWD) to $35,735 (Dodge Hornet GT Plus AWD), before destination and options, as last listed by the manufacturer.

How much oil does the 2023 Dodge Hornet take?

With a filter change: 2.0L engine, 5 qt / 4.73 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2023 Dodge Hornet use?

2.0L engine: SAE 5W-30 full synthetic, API SP/GF-6A certified (MS-13340).

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2023 Dodge Hornet?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary; inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, replace if necessary; inspect the cv/universal joints; replace brake fluid every two years, regardless of mileage; replace the cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2023 Dodge Hornet owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

What MPG does the 2023 Dodge Hornet get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Hornet at 24 MPG combined, depending on the version. 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, 9-speed automatic, AWD: 21 city / 29 highway / 24 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.

What size tires does the 2023 Dodge Hornet use?

Factory tire sizes: P215/60HR17 (GT and GT Plus (AWD)). The recommended cold inflation pressure for your exact tires is on the tire placard on the vehicle, not in a single table.

Does the 2023 Dodge Hornet have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Dodge Hornet. The most recent: Seat belts: front (August 2026), Back over prevention: sensing system (April 2025), and Equipment: other (March 2024). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.

What are the most common safety complaints about the 2023 Dodge Hornet?

Owners have filed 26 complaints about the 2023 Dodge Hornet with NHTSA. The components named most often are forward collision avoidance (12), electrical system (10), and back over prevention (4). 2 complaints involved a crash and 0 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle. This model is no longer sold new.