Street Lines: 2023 Dodge Hornet GT: a performance car in disguise as a CUV

Dodge just introduced the Hornet—which they classify as a& compact-utility vehicle (CUV)—this year, and it flaunts the look and feel of a performance car the automaker has become renowned for, including a bicep-flexing powertrain and exterior to back it up. (For those familiar with Alfa Romeo, the Hornet shares the same suspension and many other parts with their Tonale.)& The GT version I reviewed had a welcomed stealthy look in “8-Ball” black, including the 18-inch wheels with the Abyss finish to accentuate their luster, a “mail-slot” style grille, noticeable heat extractors on the hood, and introduction of the vehicle-width taillamp.& A Track Pack package for the Dodge Hornet, offering the most performance-oriented configuration, is available for both the GT and R/T and upgrades to 20-inch Abyss wheels and red Brembo brake calipers. Photo Courtesy of Dodge The heart is a peppy 2.0-liter 14 DOHC Hurricane 4 engine that delivers 268 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque, which is truly impressive for a four-cylinder vehicle. The nine-speed automatic transmission, sporty suspension, all-speed traction control,& Koni shocks, Brembo four-piston brake calipers, and all-wheel drive maneuverability& further enhance the driving experience.& The interior material quality is not extravagant, but gets the job done...