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Summary
Dodge Neon offers good value in a compact sedan. It's roomy and comfortable. It's smoother and quieter than pre-2000 Neon models, but is not at the top of the class in terms of refinement.The SE model's sticker is temptingly low, but remember that air conditioning, antilock brakes, power door locks, remote keyless entry, power windows and other conveniences we now take for granted are all extra-cost options. SXT is a good value because it comes well equipped. The sporty and fun-to-drive R/T offers more fun with heightened levels of performance, while the SRT-4 delivers even higher levels of performance.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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SE ($12,585); SXT ($14,895); R/T ($16,735); SRT-4 ($19,995) |
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Engines:
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2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, LATCH child-seat anchors, side-impact door beams |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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side air bags, ABS with traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Belvedere, Illinois |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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SXT ($14,895) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, AM/FM/CD stereo with six speakers, power front windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, power mirrors, power trunk lid release, split 60/40 folding rear seats, variable intermittent wipers, rear defroster, visor vanity mirror, floor mats, trunk light, tilt steering column |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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spoiler (no cost); sport appearance group ($150) includes body-color center stack, fog lamps, special aluminum wheels |
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Destination Charge:
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515 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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15560 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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132 @ 5600 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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130 @ 4600 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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27/33 |
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Wheelbase:
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105 |
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Length/width/height:
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173.1/67.4/56.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.0/58.0 |
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Turning circle:
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38.9 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.4/52.4/42.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.7/52.9/34.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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13.1 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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6.1 |
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Curb weight:
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2626 |
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Tires:
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P185/60HR15 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum |
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Fuel capacity:
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12.5 |
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