[2006 Dodge Hornet Concept pictured above]
We’ve known for a while now that Dodge plans to introduce a new compact sedan model based on a Fiat platform that will replace the Caliber at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next January.
While the company is keeping most of its cards close to its chest, Reid Biglund, head of the Dodge brand told the Detroit News we’ll find out more in the coming weeks including the car’s name which he says won’t be Hornet as some media outlets suggested. “Hornet will not be the name,” said Biglund.
The Dodge boss said he was very excited about the new sedan model that will rival the likes of the Honda Civic, VW Jetta, Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra.
“I’ve never been more excited about a new car than I am about the new compact. It fills a significant hole in the product portfolio,” said Biglund. “So this compact vehicle is going to allow us to compete in 100 percent of the market.”
According to sources, the new Dodge sedan will share the same basic floorplan as the Alfa Romeo Giulietta hatchback.
2006 DODGE HORNET CONCEPT 
