← Back to compare hub

Dodge Hornet vs Toyota Venza

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Dodge logo

2025 Dodge Hornet

Toyota logo

2024 Toyota Venza

Overview

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
Selected trimGTLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20252024

Pricing & market

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
MSRP$29,995 (best)$35,070
Lowest listing price$18,949$11,950 (best)
Median listing price$22,488 (best)$28,725
Highest listing price$40,435 (best)$42,440
For sale now1519 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
Combined MPG24 MPG39 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG40 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG37 MPG (best)
Fuel tank13.5 gal14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
Horsepower268 hp (best)219 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume27 cu ft55.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,245 lbs (best)1,073 lbs
Curb weight3,715 lbs (best)3,847 lbs
Ground clearance8 in8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase103.8 in105.9 in (best)
Length178 in186.6 in (best)
Width73 in (best)
Height63.8 in65.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge HornetGTToyota VenzaLE
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None 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.

TrimDodge HornetToyota Venza
1

GT

$29,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LE

$35,070 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

GT Plus

$35,490 MSRP

XLE

$39,280 MSRP

3

R/T

$41,645 MSRP

Nightshade

$40,405 MSRP

4

R/T Plus

$46,990 MSRP

Limited

$43,215 MSRP

Live inventory

Dodge Hornet vs Toyota Venza FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2024 Toyota Venza on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Dodge Hornet starts lower at $29,995. Live Dodge Hornet listings start at $18,949. Live Toyota Venza listings start at $11,950.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
The 2024 Toyota Venza leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (39).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on horsepower in this comparison (288).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2025 Dodge Hornet or 2024 Toyota Venza?
The 2025 Dodge Hornet leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Dodge Hornet vs 2024 Toyota Venza?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Hornet (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota Venza (5/5 NHTSA overall).