2000 Dodge Neon Review Summary & Specs
Base Sedan
Redesigned, it's more comfortable and more refined.
Summary & Specs
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While last year's Neon was quick and fun to drive, the all-new 2000 is a much more pleasant companion. It has been improved in every way. It's roomier, smoother, quieter, and more comfortable. The Neon offers a good value, but be sure to look past the base price. Air conditioning, antilock brakes, remote keyless entry, power windows and other conveniences we're beginning to take for granted are all extra-cost options.
In short, the Dodge Neon is a top contender among compact cars. It's practical and fun to drive and should be on the shopping list.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Compact Cars |
| Editor |
Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief |
| Model Lineup |
Neon ES ($12,460) |
| Engines (standard) |
2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4 |
| Transmissions (standard) |
5-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) |
2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4 |
| Transmissions (optional) |
5-speed manual; 3-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) |
Dual front airbags, child-seat anchors, side-impact door beams |
| Safety Equipment (optional) |
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| Basic Warranty |
5 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In |
Belvidere, Illinois |
| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-4A-DODGE |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.4adodge.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$12,460 |
Specs as Tested
| Model Tested MSRP |
Neon ES ($12,460) |
| Standard Equipment |
AM/FM/cassette stereo with six speakers, split folding rear seats, intermittent wipers, rear defroster, visor vanity mirror, floor mats, trunk light, tilt steering column |
| Destination Charge |
510 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
Customer Preferred Package 21G ($2,510) includes air conditioning, power front windows, power door locks, power heated mirrors, remote keyless entry with anti-theft alarm, P185/60R15 touring tires, 15-inch wheel covers, tachometer, fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob, passenger-assist handles; smoker's group ($20) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Layout |
front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested |
$15,480 |
| Horse Power |
132 @ 5600 |
| Torque |
130 @ 4600 |
| Fuel Economy |
28/35 |
| Wheelbase |
105.0 |
| Length/Width/Height |
174.4/67.4/56.0 |
| Track Front/Rear |
58.1 |
| Turning Radius |
35.5 |
| Seating Capacity |
4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room |
39.1/52.4/42.4 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room |
36.8/52.9/34.8 |
| Trunk Volume |
13.1 |
| Payload |
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| Towing Capacity |
2000 |
| Front Suspension |
Independent |
| Rear Suspension |
Independent |
| Ground Clearance |
6.1 |
| Curb Weight |
2559 |
| Stock Tires |
P185/60R15 |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/drum |
| Fuel Capacity |
12.5 |