2001 Dodge Neon Review Summary & Specs
Base Sedan
New performance models reinvigorate model line.
Summary & Specs
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While we welcomed the 2000 Neon for its increased sophistication, we're happy to see the arrival of the sporty R/T model to round out the line.
The Dodge Neon offers good value in a compact sedan. It's roomy and comfortable and it's smoother and quieter than pre-2000 models. 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.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Compact Cars |
| Editor |
Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief |
| Model Lineup |
Neon ($12,715) |
| Engines (standard) |
high-output 2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4 |
| Engines (optional) |
2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4; high-output 2.0-liter sohc 16v inline-4 |
| Transmissions (standard) |
5-speed manual |
| Transmissions (optional) |
5-speed manual; 3-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) |
dual front airbags, child-seat anchors, side-impact door beams standard; side air bags, ABS optional |
| Safety Equipment (optional) |
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| Basic Warranty |
5 years/60,000 miles |
| Assembled In |
Belvedere, Illinois |
| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-4A-DODGE |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.4adodge.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$12,715 |
Specs as Tested
| Model Tested MSRP |
R/T ($16,535) |
| 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 |
560 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
R/T package includes Magnum engine, sport suspension, P195/50R16 Goodyear RS-A tires, 16-inch aluminum wheels, 16:1 firm-feel steering, performance-tuned exhaust with bright dual tips, unique front and rear fascia, rear wing, front fog lamps, black headlamp bezels, color-keyed instrument cluster bezel, unique cloth seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, power convenience group (power heated mirrors, power front windows with lighted switches), Sentry key security group (alarm, Sentry key theft-deterrent system, tachometer, power door locks with lighted switches, central locking, lockout protection, power trunk lid release), air conditioning, anti-lock brake group |
| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Layout |
front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested |
$17,095 |
| Horse Power |
150 @ 6500 |
| Torque |
135 @ 4400 |
| 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 |
P195/50HR16 |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity |
12.5 |