Along with unveiling the long-awaited Dodge Hornet at its ongoing Pace Week occasion, the automobile producer has additionally unveiled the Hornet GT GLH Idea to preview the host of Direct Connection elements obtainable for the SUV.
Dodge has taken inspiration from the Omni GLH in designing the Hornet GT GLH Idea, ending it in black with a bunch of eye-catching crimson accents.
Learn Extra: 2023 Dodge Hornet Lands With Italian Looks, 285HP Electrified R/T And Sub-$30,000 Starting Price
Quite a few distinctive elements additionally make the Hornet GT GLH Idea stand out. These embody a suspension decreasing package that drops the trip by greater than an inch, an unrestricted twin exhaust with black chrome suggestions, Direct Connection GLH 20-inch painted and machine-faced wheels, Direct Connection GLH graphics with stripes and logos, and black-painted decrease trim with a particular rear fascia.
Dodge says it’ll develop its Direct Connection elements portfolio with merchandise developed solely for the Dodge Hornet. These elements might be obtainable solely via Dodge Energy Brokers sellers and won’t affect the automobile’s guarantee when put in by a supplier.
It isn’t simply the entry-level Hornet GT that might be obtainable with Direct Connection elements because the hybrid Hornet R/T can even be obtainable with them.
Dodge is promising to launched extra specifics in regards to the Hornet’s Direct Connection elements at a later date, together with horsepower numbers, pricing, and availability particulars.
By way of powertrains, Dodge has confirmed that it’ll promote the Hornet in GT and R/T configurations. The entry-level GT mannequin makes use of a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 268 hp and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. This engine works alongside a nine-speed automated transmission powering all 4 wheels and permitting the SUV to hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in 6.5 seconds. These with greater budgets and on the hunt for extra efficiency can go for the Hornet R/T with a 1.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder working alongside a rear-mounted electrical motor. It delivers a mixed 288 hp and 383 lb-ft (519 Nm) of torque.