Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 6.8 seconds for 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy. 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV has the higher listed output at 288 hp; 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy is rated at 258 hp, a difference of 30 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV at 519 Nm and 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy at 370 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 MG HS PHEV Trophy carries the longer listed range at 100 km, against 53 km for 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV. 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy has the lower recorded consumption at 1.2 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 MG HS PHEV Trophy provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 443 litres versus 398 litres, a difference of 45 litres. 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV carries the higher towing rating at 1,134 kg, while 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy is listed at 500 kg. 2025 MG HS PHEV Trophy is 208 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 MG HS PHEV Trophy has the lower listed starting price at $33,900, compared with $39,995 for 2025 Dodge Hornet R/T PHEV. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.