Nissan Kicks vs Hyundai Kona: The Dodge Hornet Brings the Heat

Forget Just “Fuel-Efficient” — The Hornet is Here to Throw Elbows

So you've been eyeing the Nissan Kicks and Hyundai Kona - and for good reason. These two vehicles were recently featured by Nielsen Editorial because they're practical, efficient, and great for weaving through East Hanover traffic when Route 10 decides to become a parking lot. But if your ideal SUV has a little more bite and isn't afraid to bark back at rush hour, the Dodge Hornet just changed the game.

This compact SUV skips the cookie-cutter commuter vibes and comes in swinging with a turbocharged engine, optional plug-in hybrid power, and available all-wheel drive that handles everything from slush on Ridgedale Avenue to unmarked backroads that look more "adventure" than "suburban."

Performance is the Hornet's love language, but the interior doesn't skimp either. It's packed with tech and driver-focused design that keeps things sharp, intuitive, and just a bit rebellious. Add in Dodge's aggressive styling and you've got a subcompact that refuses to blend in at the Wegmans lot.

The Kicks and Kona may be the safe choices - and that's cool. But if you're the kind of NJ driver who likes a little fire with your function, the Dodge Hornet is your next power move.

Find a Dodge Hornet for sale at our NJ Dodge dealership - because life's too short to drive something that whispers.

Read the full article: Nissan Kicks vs. Hyundai Kona: Which Compact SUV is Best for NJ Drivers?

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