Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 6.0 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Range winner Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV 53 km Runner-up: 42 km
Power winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 323 hp Runner-up: 288 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 398 L
Price winner Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV $39,995 Runner-up: $42,750

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV against the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed output at 323 hp; 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is rated at 288 hp, a difference of 35 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV at 519 Nm and 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV carries the longer listed range at 53 km, against 42 km for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower recorded consumption at 2.5 L/100km; 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is listed at 2.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 854 litres versus 398 litres, a difference of 456 litres. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is listed at 1,134 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 484 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the lower listed starting price at $39,995, compared with $42,750 for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s6.0 s
Top Speed200 km/h200 km/h
Power288 hp323 hp
Torque519 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range53 km42 km
Battery15.5 kWh17.8 kWh
Fuel Tank45 L58 L
Efficiency2.6 L/100km2.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions59 g/km57 g/km
DC Charging32 kW—
Size & Capacity
Length4,462 mm4,946 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm195 mm
Cargo398 L854 L
Curb Weight1,858 kg2,090 kg
Towing1,134 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$39,995$42,750

Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 200 km/h, approximately 124 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more power at 323 hp, a 35 hp advantage over 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV.

Which has more range, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the longer listed range at 53 km (33 miles), versus 42 km (26 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the larger listed battery at 17.8 kWh, compared with 15.5 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 cu ft), versus 398 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), compared with 1,134 kg (2,500 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is heavier at 2,090 kg (4,608 lb), while 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV is listed at 1,858 kg (4,096 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,995 USD, compared with $42,750 USD for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.