2002 Dodge Neon Consumer Reviews

Looks may be deceiving

Written by: First Car on 05/25/2009

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought the car in 2007 with 82,000 miles on it. Had problems frequently with it. First brakes, then the transmission. Engine light has always been on and off. Now engine makes a loud noise when the A/C is on. First car so i don't know what to think except the person before me beat on it. I've had the electric randomly go out on my car several times for a significant amount of time and then come back on. Car hasa mind of its own. Love the interior/exterior design. The mechanics need improvement. I probably would not ever buy a neon again based on previous experiences.

Favorite Features

Fold down back seats, traction control, looks sporty (with spoiler and rims)

Suggested Improvements

Electronics, mechanics...everything that matters. Don't buy this car used. You'll regret it. Especially now after 2009.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Beware of Bad Transmission

Written by: Vasha20 on 05/14/2009

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

bought my neon at a cheaper type of lot it was 5 yrs old with 75000 miles. Red Flag should of went up when they said no warrenty not even 30 days. It took 2 months a hose ripped off the radiator and stripped it so it needed a new radiator. $400.00. then after 1 year the transmission when out. This was not cheap, $2,400. The mechanic says neons have a transmission flaw with this year. Even after it was fixed, the transmission acted funny every time the air conditioner was on. So I don't use the air conditioner anymore. I don't think the car will last much longer. I wouldn't even give it to a kid. If you have a neon get rid of it after it is 5 years old. These are throw away cars.

Favorite Features

Nice looking from the outside.

Suggested Improvements

IF this car was mean't to be a cheap car, why do they charge so much for it. They should of recalled this car for the transmission defect.

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Please stay away from Neons.

Written by: Hikerman95 on 03/14/2009

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon R/T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I traded my Jeep Cherokee for a 2002 Neon R/T 4 cyl 5 speed. bad move. the gas milage was better, but the car was not. The wheel bearing needed replacing, all my electronics shut off one day on the highway, including my spedometer and gauges, on top of that, my e-brake failed, and the brakes were trash. I was just in an accident yesterday, and the whole front end was demolished. (at 25 mph) The airbags never deployed, and the brakes didnt want to work til the last second when it was too late. do yourself a favor and stay away from Neons. I thought the R/T would be a good one, but I was wrong. Thanks dodge.

Favorite Features

The dual exhaust was cool. Thats it really.

Suggested Improvements

Better brakes, better transmission, better electronics, pretty much a do- over of the whole car.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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My Blue Boy

Written by: Miss on 01/07/2009

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought my 2002 in 2002, brand new. I love the way it handles and I love the mileage. I've had problems with transmission and just recently one of my back brakes. But it's all wear and tear. Now it's fine and rides great. It handles great in any weather. I got a total of 137,000 miles and it's still going.

Favorite Features

The exterior, the handling and mileage. The price.

Suggested Improvements

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great to problems

Written by: susan on 09/10/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought my 2002 sxt 4dr Dodge neon it was awesome. It could handle any weather situation and drove like a dream. After the 2nd year the back bumper faded. Now it has hit its sixth year the warranties are gone and the transmission went out without warning. I had it diagnosed the week before because my deduction pump when out which caused my engine light to go off. No sign of the trans going. The shop I took it to said that the day it had went out it showed 7 codes.

Favorite Features

the pull down back seats. the adjustable steering wheel. the way it handles a curve.

Suggested Improvements

squealing brakes. better built transmissions! i am going back to Chevy next time.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Love this car

Written by: Love this car on 07/25/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I loved this car I never had a problem with it. I owned it for eight months and put 45,000 miles on it. I was not good to it. I never change the oil on time. I drove a lot of dirt roads. It never failed me. It was one of my fav.

Favorite Features

For how much I drove the gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

Why power front windows and not back?

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Very reliable car

Written by: Court920 on 07/16/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought my neon used, i loved the thing, i never had any problems with it. I bought a Mazda and had so many problems with it, i wish i would have kept my neon!

Favorite Features

Radio, sporty feel

Suggested Improvements

none!

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Still kicking like Bruce Lee!

Written by: Wooolstun on 07/11/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have been driving my Neon SXT since 2002 when I bought it and have YET to put a penny in to it, other than tires and brakes. The gas mileage is incredible. With today's gas prices, I put $15 in my tank and get to and from work for 4 days, and it's a 30 minute highway drive. As far as the interior comfort, I am 6' 7" and fit surprisingly comfortably. Most controls are easily accessible, except maybe the cd changer. The exterior, despite your normal dings, still looks good. I still look at it after a good wash and wax and think "wow, looks pretty good". My overall impression is a positive one. If you keep up with routine maintenance, this car should be good to you!

Favorite Features

The fuel economy! Gas is currently over $4.00 per gallon and I haven't felt the strain!

Suggested Improvements

The front windows are power windows and the back are manual... why not all power?

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Great

Written by: Jen on 06/25/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have had my neon for 3 years I absolutely loved it for the looks and the way it drove but the most important part of the car was the safety of the car. Yesterday I was in a car accident . A car ran a red light and hit me in the driver side door going 45 mph in a large van. I was surprised how well the car held up my only injuries are cuts from the broken glass. I'm sure going to miss my car

Favorite Features

the sporty look

Suggested Improvements

none that i can think of

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it's o.k I guess

Written by: um, idk. its... um on 03/29/2008

Vehicle

2002 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

O. K, I have a 2002 Dodge neon. My brother gave it to me because the tranny went out. So I got it rebuilt for 1500 dollars. Now I still have it, when I turn sharply enough the engine light comes on, then goes off when I straighten up. It shakes bad on the highway and when I get to 55. The alternators going up, hopefully no time soon, but the lights on. Um, I got a performance muffler and took the airbox off and a performance air filter, so when I give it some gas it sounds excellent; for a 4 cylinder. My recommendation though... Get another car. Why spend 3250 on this when you can get a civic or something?

Favorite Features

... um, the sound. That I had to buy aftermarket. So technically, nothing. lol

Suggested Improvements

Bigger engine, more reliability. Make it a tad bigger but no more weight.

0 out 8 people found this review helpful

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