Dodge Neon second generation
The Dodge Neon second generation (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States.
Model codes: PL · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,430 mm |
| Width | – | 1,712 mm |
| Height | – | 1,422 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,667 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,549 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,053 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 200 crashes · 36 fires · 166 injuries · 8 deaths
- Airbags 169
- Electrical system 130
- Engine 97
- Transmission and drivetrain 92
- Lights 42
- Speed control 39
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 4 versions of the Dodge Neon second generation
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2005CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 2000–2005 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26–28 MPG (8.4–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 197–212 g/km |
| 2003–2005 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 2000–2001 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.