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2025 Dodge Hornet R/T: Natick Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2025 Hornet R/T
The R/T is where the 2025 Dodge Hornet becomes a different vehicle: it's Dodge's first plug-in hybrid, priced from $41,645 before the $1,595 destination charge, pairing a 1.3-liter turbo four with an electric rear axle for 288 combined horsepower, 383 lb-ft of torque, and a claimed 5.6-second 0-60 — quicker than the gas-only GT. EPA estimates put electric-only range around 33 miles and roughly 77 MPGe in electric mode, with a full Level 2 charge taking about two and a half hours. R/T badging, red brake calipers and regenerative braking mark it apart visually and mechanically from GT and GT Plus. It's available now, in the Hornet's closing model year, at Brigham-Gill Village CDJR in Natick.
A genuinely different powertrain, not a trim bump
Everything below R/T is a version of the same 2.0-liter gas turbo four. R/T throws that out and swaps in a 1.3-liter turbocharged four working alongside an electric rear axle — no mechanical driveshaft connecting front and rear, just power delivered electrically when the system calls for it. Combined output is 288 horsepower and 383 lb-ft, enough for a 5.6-second run to 60, nearly a full second quicker than the GT's 6.5 seconds. The EPA estimates about 33 miles of electric-only range before the gas engine takes over, roughly 77 MPGe while running electric and about 29 MPG combined once it's in gas-only mode, for a combined electric-plus-gas range in the neighborhood of 360 miles. A Level 2 home charger fills the battery in about two and a half hours; a standard household 120V outlet takes considerably longer, worth planning around if you're relying on it overnight.
What sets R/T apart from GT Plus
- Plug-in hybrid powertrain: 288 combined hp, 383 lb-ft, electric rear axle (eAWD)
- ~33 miles of EPA-estimated all-electric range
- 5.6-second 0-60, versus 6.5 seconds on GT/GT Plus
- R/T badging and red brake calipers
- Regenerative braking
- 11.5-inch Uconnect touchscreen, up from the 10.25-inch screen on GT/GT Plus
R/T's standard feature set is closer to the GT than GT Plus — the sunroof, leather and premium audio that come standard on GT Plus are reserved for R/T Plus here, so budget for that step up if cabin comfort matters as much as the powertrain does.
Living with the plug-in side of it
A 33-mile electric range sounds modest against a full EV, but for a MetroWest commute — Natick to Framingham, Wellesley, or a Mass Pike hop into Boston and back on local roads — it can realistically cover a full round trip on electricity with the gas engine sitting in reserve for anything longer. The tradeoff for that range is charging discipline: without a Level 2 charger at home or work, you're mostly running the R/T as a very quick gas hybrid rather than realizing the EV-mode savings. Worth an honest look at your daily mileage and charging access before paying the premium over GT Plus.
What buyers say about the dealership
Brigham-Gill Village CDJR carries a 4.6-star average across more than 1,200 Google reviews in Natick, and buyers who ask detailed technical questions — the kind a plug-in hybrid tends to generate — describe a sales team that takes the time. One recent Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe hybrid owner, on the service side: "Nice welcoming. Excellent technical work. Completed the job in very short time... Too many thanks to everyone in service department." Given the R/T is Dodge's first plug-in hybrid and the service side has already handled Jeep's 4xe hybrids, that's a reasonable signal the technicians here aren't new to electrified Mopar products.
Frequently asked questions
How far can the Hornet R/T go on electric power alone?
The EPA estimates about 33 miles of all-electric range before the gas engine engages, with a combined electric-plus-gas range of roughly 360 miles.
How long does the R/T take to charge?
About two and a half hours on a Level 2 charger. A standard 120V household outlet works but takes considerably longer — plan for an overnight charge if that's your only option.
Is the R/T faster than the GT?
Yes — the R/T's combined 288 horsepower and electric-motor torque delivery give it a claimed 5.6-second 0-60, about a second quicker than the GT's 6.5 seconds.
Does the R/T have the same interior comfort features as GT Plus?
Not standard — R/T gets a larger 11.5-inch touchscreen and R/T-specific styling, but the sunroof, leather and premium audio that come standard on GT Plus are reserved for R/T Plus.
Is a plug-in hybrid Hornet worth it for a MetroWest commute?
If you have regular access to a Level 2 charger and your daily driving is mostly local, the ~33-mile electric range can cover a lot of everyday trips on electricity, with the gas engine available for longer runs. Without home or work charging, you're mostly getting a quick hybrid rather than the EV-mode savings.
The quicker, cleaner Hornet
The R/T isn't a luxury step up from GT Plus — it's a mechanically different vehicle wearing the same badge, built for buyers who want plug-in flexibility and genuinely quicker acceleration in one package. Check the R/T Plus guide if you want that powertrain with the comfort features GT Plus buyers get, or the service guide for what keeping a PHEV running actually involves.
MSRP excludes the $1,595 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Fuel-economy, electric-range and charge-time figures are EPA estimates and manufacturer specifications; real-world results vary with conditions, driving style and charging equipment. 2025 is the Hornet's final model year — production ended January 2026 with no 2026 successor. Equipment and availability are subject to change and remaining inventory; confirm current specs and stock with Brigham-Gill Village CDJR. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Brigham-Gill Village CDJR describing service on other CDJR models, included to reflect the service experience buyers can expect.