By Leftlane Staff
Friday, Mar 3rd, 2006 @ 12:27 pm

Following the debut of the Dodge Hornet Concept, many Mopar fans were left were left debating whether the compact crossover was a realistic production vehicle or a fantasy show car. It turns out Chrysler would love to produce the 170-horsepower ~$10,000 compact, but the final decision will rest on whether the company can find a partner to build it. Chrysler group CEO Tom LaSorda said at the Geneva Motor Show that a partnership would be necessary in order to keep costs low on a vehicle with such thin margins, according to AutoWeek. The final decision on production will come before the end of the year, LaSorda said. At the LA Auto Show, Volkswagen and Chrysler announced they would partner to build a minivan.

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