2001 Dodge Neon Consumer Reviews

Not Bad for $500.00

Written by: Anyon on 09/12/2009

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This little car has 133,000 miles on it and it still starts and drives very well. Very reliable, couple of gremlins, but nothing major. Lots of aftermarket parts available. Fun little project for the four banger enthusiast. Shaky idle (probably could benefit from a tune up).

Favorite Features

Cost, comfort, nimble suspension.

Suggested Improvements

132hp, very timid, but not too slow once out of the 2000 rpm range.

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Original owner & still driving it

Written by: oceangal313 on 08/21/2009

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This has been a great and fun car. I have replaced 2 front tie rods and the radio. I also replaced the radiator even though the dealer said I needed a tranny too, they lied. I bought some nice Elbrus wheels for it and Komho tires, added a spoiler and a faux hood scoop. My husband added a nice stripe to it and some V8 Hemi decals from an old Dodge truck. The car is awesome! With the Cars for Clunkers program I am thinking of trading in an old pickup and getting something new. If I do I am going to miss this car. It got me through my 40's :-)

Favorite Features

Style, comfort of seats, peppy little engine (esp if you manually shift), reliable

Suggested Improvements

well since they don't make the neon anymore I guess improvements are pointless. They could bring it back though! Its a little slow when the AC is on, other than that I love this car!

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GM Dependable. Who would have thought?

Written by: bdiddy1 on 08/01/2009

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this as a used car with 40K on it in 2003. It now has only 68K in the last 5 years. Except for one splurge for new car parts which has extended its life, I have to say I'm really pleased with this car. It's not great in the snow but it can handle most things. I really like the moon roof although there are some issues with the switch. If you don't have to drive a lot and just want a reliable car with some sporty features, then this is a solid, good car. It's not a clunker because of its gas mileage and that's another good feature. With some eco driving, it's a fairly clean car.

Favorite Features

Moonroof is my favorite feature. I don't use it much but on a Spring, cool day it's COOL!

Suggested Improvements

It has a tendency to not start sometimes especially in real cold weather. No reason for that. Oh, and the tires are like the top of the line tires in the sense that they are going to cost you. Within the first few months of owning it I had to replace them. Yep!

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The Little Car That Could

Written by: Hyper on 06/11/2009

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Bought this car used in 2002 after it had been a rental. During the next seven years and 70,000 miles, I replaced oil, a battery, and the relay for the radiator fan. I had a trailer hitch on this car and pulled a U-Haul trailer back and forth across the country several times. In the end, the car was rear-ended by a large GMC pickup that was too high up to hit the bumper, but even then the trunk crumpled like it was supposed to, saving me from injury. My Neon was totaled in this accident just last week, but this was and will probably remain my favorite of the dozen cars I've owned in my 42 years.

Favorite Features

Despite being so small, it was sporty even in its base version. The interior was amazingly ergonomic for me. An extremely reliable car despite its price that could take some abuse. The fuel efficiency was phenomenal, and I weathered the gas price increase easily.

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of the pointless Calibre and start making Neons again, Chrysler.

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2001 Neon ACR

Written by: HazMatt24 on 11/13/2008

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline ACR 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Loud, rude, and crude. Just the way I like it. I have used this car for a daily driver and autocross/time trial car. The handling is great for a front driver and acceleration is great for only 150 HP. Adjustible struts realy make a difference when driving at the limits. No mechanical problems to speak of yet. Fun little car to play with.

Favorite Features

Suspension system is the best on a car anywhere close to this price. A lot of room for aftermarket parts. Pocket racer right off the showroom.

Suggested Improvements

I'll always take more power. More aggression in the springs from the factory would be nice. If someone orders an ACR they don't expect comfort.

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2001 Neon, I bought new

Written by: gtohrl on 03/24/2008

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

No major problems with this unit. Typical maintenance, tires and battery, really didn't need one yet but replaced for peace of mind, and that is about it. Replaced all four struts, added brace bars front and rear and added inserts to the motor mounts. Radio went bad after 6yrs. Easily replaced. Has paid for it's self as far as I am concerned! The whole vehicle, I mean to say.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive, good fuel mileage and has been VERY reliable. 5 spd. manual, adds to fun of driving it. Clutch and brakes have worked great and still original !

Suggested Improvements

None I can think of for this Neon. But, I HIGHLY suggest that if you do not drive on a daily basis, as with any other vehicle, using a battery tender. Extends battery life A LOT!

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Nice car

Written by: Neons_rock on 09/10/2007

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have owned my Neon for about 2 months now and I've never had any trouble with it. I bought this car with a bad transmission because it was really beaten and was in a wreck. I purchased a used transmission and it was good to go. It's really zippy and a great driving car. It is a little bit noisy but it's a great deep fun car noise.

Favorite Features

The seats feel very alert and up right. Zippy and fun to drive, great looks. Dodge should have kept building these cars. The gas mileage is fairly good.

Suggested Improvements

Engine noise and a little bit more gas mileage would have been nice

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Great Value

Written by: The Shamus on 04/10/2007

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Neons generally have a bad reputation. My 2001 was purchased new, and I have replaces two tie-rod ends and a fuel pump switch. I had a bad battery replaced under warranty. The interior is roomy for my large 6 foot 2 frame and the seats are more comfortable than anything else I drove in this range. I have 100K miles on this car, and it still responds well. The front disc brakes and exhaust are all still factory original. It does not handle deep snow well. I've come back to a dead battery a few times for an unknown reason. The radio is upgraded and works well. Infinitely more comfortable and spacious for the passengers than my wife's Corolla.

Favorite Features

Soft, wide comfortable seats. Lots of drink holders, interior lights. Stylish dashboard. Reliable vehicle. Four disc CD changer rocks, good sound, absorbs vibration well. Good acceleration from stopped position. Back seat is comfortable for adults.

Suggested Improvements

Not a huge selection of tires for this car. No lever around the dash to pop the trunk. The wires to the battery are extremely short if you want to repair or replace them.

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Outstanding Value

Written by: JR on 03/24/2007

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My Neon was purchased brand new with 38 test drive miles. I loved it in 2001 and I love it now. Value for the money and low maintance costs and upkeep is awesome. With 58000 miles I have put roughly $3500 worth of upkeep into. That includes tool purchase and tires.

Favorite Features

Fun to drive with the standard transmission.

Suggested Improvements

Put a tach in it stock

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I love my R/T

Written by: becksr/t on 07/12/2006

Vehicle

2001 Dodge Neon Delete Highline R/T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

If you like to pull onto the highway with confidence that you can merge without getting rear ended, this car is for you. I haven't taken it to the 1/4 mile yet, but it has all kinds of power. If you want to lay down some rubber you'll have to push the trac-off button. But the traction control will be a big plus when I do hit the strip, in a couple weeks. If you are over six feet you might not be comfortable. The wheels aren't that hard to clean. They're clear coat so just spray on some mean green scrub for 10 seconds with a sponge & hose off good. For a compact car, you couldn't ask for more, sporty, fast, yet toddler friendly.

Favorite Features

Wheels, the really spoky ones. Keyless entry. 4-disc CD changer The wing. It looks good and sets it apart. I have only seen a couple,ever like that. Most Neons have wings that go up. This one is flat.

Suggested Improvements

Mine doesn't have leather, it has cloth. But I have never seen the Ram.s heads embossed in black cloth before. So it at least is better than the run of the mill cloth.

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