Dodge Hornet vs Hyundai Tucson
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Hyundai Tucson
Overview
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GT | SE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,995 | $29,450 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $22,322 | $20,641 (best) |
| Median listing price | $23,096 | $20,641 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $23,869 | $20,641 (best) |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal | 14.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 187 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 27 cu ft | 74.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,750 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,245 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 7.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 108.5 in (best) |
| Length | 178 in | 182.7 in (best) |
| Width | — | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 63.8 in (best) | — |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge HornetGT | Hyundai TucsonSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Hornet | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT $29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $29,450 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT Plus $35,490 MSRP | SE $30,950 MSRP |
| 3 | R/T $41,645 MSRP | SEL $30,800 MSRP |
| 4 | R/T Plus $46,990 MSRP | SEL $32,300 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Hybrid SE $30,950 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SEL Plus $31,300 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SEL Plus $32,800 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Hybrid SEL $32,400 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Hybrid SEL $33,900 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Hybrid Blue SE $32,450 MSRP |
| 11 | — | XRT $33,475 MSRP |
| 12 | — | XRT $34,975 MSRP |
| 13 | — | SEL Premium $33,800 MSRP |
| 14 | — | SEL Premium $35,300 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Hybrid SEL Convenience $34,900 MSRP |
| 16 | — | Limited $39,425 MSRP |
| 17 | — | Limited $40,925 MSRP |
| 18 | — | SEL $40,075 MSRP |
| 19 | — | Hybrid Limited $42,075 MSRP |
| 20 | — | Hybrid Night $42,575 MSRP |
| 21 | — | Limited $48,300 MSRP |
