ROAD READY from a belt-starter generator in the driveline's P1 position and the rear axle motor's 121 hp, total system power is a maximum 288 hp. The 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) generated from the ICE part of the equation is channeled to the front wheels through a 6-speed automatic transmission, with another maximum of 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) available from the electric rear axle, for a total of 383 lb-ft (519 Nm). If that's not enough drivetrain circumlocution, the " PowerShot " feature - activated when the driver pulls and holds the steering-column-mounted shift paddles - can temporarily summon an additional 30 hp from the battery and rear axle for as long as 15 sec. The feature is easy to use and Dodge said it's good for cutting 1.5 sec from the 0-60 time, pulling it down to 5.6 sec. PowerShot may be particularly useful when accelerating from a standstill, but the effect seems less proThe Hornet GT cabin is highlighted by crisp digital displays and reasonably rich material choices. nounced when on the move, although it might offer some added confidence in certain maneuvers. In addition to a " sport " driving mode for both Hornet trims, the R/T has the options of hybrid, electric and " E-Save " modes to blend electrification; E-Save prioritizes battery charging. Dodge said the Hornet R/T's electric-only driving range is approximately 30 miles (48 km). AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING May 2023 13 STELLANTIShttp://info.hotims.com/84494-707