2001 Dodge Neon Consumer Reviews
Recent Consumer Reviews
(43 Total Reviews)
2001 Neon, I bought new
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon 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!
Nice car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon 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
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Great Value
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
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.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Outstanding Value
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon 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
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
I love my R/T
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2001 Dodge Neon 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.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Love it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon Highline R/T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I got the car used, it has 150,000 km's on it now. The car has never let me down. I bought it when in school, and it was a great buy. The car seems to have a bad rep, I however really cant find many bad things to say about it. I sold it to buy a new BMW 3 series when I finished school mainly because I needed a more grown up machine. If you want a cheap, long lasting little economy car, with a bit of sport, but an RT Neon.
Favorite Features
Leather seats, the lip kit, 4 wheel disc brakes, the more powerfull motor.
Suggested Improvements
Cant really think of any.
The original leather seat Neon.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon Highline ES 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I can't understand why the Focus ever beat this car in Consumer Reports given the high number of recalls the Focus has had. Replaced the factory tires, battery and have had the half of the factory speakers quit working. Other than that it has been trouble free. Dodge seems to have figured out how to make a reliable inexpensive car.
Favorite Features
Gets great mileage and corners well. The factory leather seats are very comfortable.
Suggested Improvements
The radio should be replaced for free if it quits working properly in less than 30,000 miles.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
My car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought my Neon during the spring of 2003. I drove it out to Houston and from there to southern California as well as all the driving around the cities. I also drove it 50 miles one way to work 5 days a week. I have 108,600 miles on my Neon and it is still running like it was when I bought it with 33,000 miles on it. I have never had to do any major repairs. It is the best car I have ever owned. I really enjoy it.
Favorite Features
I like the interior and exterior styling.
Suggested Improvements
If I could change one thing about the car it would be a 4 speed transmission in place of the 3 speed.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
great little car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon Highline SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this car over 2 years ago and have had no major problems with it. Handles great, no leaks, smooth ride, and easy to maintain. I have already 75K on this car and it seems to get better the more I drive it. Couple minor things, factory wheels are 195- 50-16s. Very had to find and expensive tire. Also, highway gas mileage runs from 30 to 40mpg plus. City mileage however is only 20 to 25. And it has a small 12 gallon gas tank. Sound system is great but my speakers blew out 3 months ago and I had to get new ones. Mostly my fault I guess. Overall, best car I have owned.
Favorite Features
Highway gas mileage. If you have a steady downhill drive and a good tail wind, you can easily get 40mpg plus. Even on rough terrian it's still over 30. Smooth ride. Feels like driving on a sheet of glass.
Suggested Improvements
Get a factory tire that is easier to find and cheaper.
R/T Neon 2001
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Dodge Neon Highline R/T 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This is my 3rd Neon & all have been very good cars. NO problems of any import. Great gas mileage, good pep & nice comfortable seating. For the money, can't be beat.
Favorite Features
Performance, gas mileage & reliability
Suggested Improvements
None
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