Used 2004 Dodge Neon SRT-4 Consumer Reviews
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A R Pocket Rocket
This is flat out scary- a real pocket rocket! Reminds me of Carrol Shelby in his prime but sounds like the muscle car of the 60's. Seats let you know you are in a real sports car. Everythng in its size and class just watches as you go by. Not for the timid!
Damm Fast Car
I am a previous 01 Neon R/T owner and decided to take the whole neon onwership to a new level. Loved my R/T and got use to a neons quirks/problems. From mile one on my SRT I noticed a dramatic increase in handling ability and most of all POWER. Holy Horses Batman!!!! this car has POWER... Been able to walk away from WRX's, STANG GT's, and new ZZZZ's. And SRT can do this factory stock. Can't wait to add stage 3 (300hp/320TQ at wheels) and mess with VET's and Cobra's. Ought to give them a good run.
- SXTMSRP: $3,995100 mi away
- SRT-4 SedanMSRP: $11,495142 mi away
- SXT SedanMSRP: $4,575309 mi away
2004 Electric Blue SRT-4
I love the car. The performance is awesome. The only downside is that it uses alot of Gas.
SRT-4 Review
Awesome bang for your buck performance ride! Already three months old and I still get an ear to ear grin everytime I get into it. With just a few minor performance modificatons (provided by Mopar), my car is already putting down 280hp to the wheels.. I just can't get over the fun to drive aspect of this car! I definitly think there is a direct correlation between my right foot and a smile on my face!
Mistress for an elderly man
That's it! This is gonna be buried with me.. No squeaks or rattles Twenty g's, performance options abound, as much road presence as an Enzo, faster than a speeding bullet, corners as if on rails, mileage of a Fit{ told the wife that was the only reason I bought it}. 65,000 miles and no trouble at all. Stage three is impossibly, perfectly tuned. Suspension options add more grip than is needed. Of all the cars I've owned in my short 72 years on this ball of mud, this car is the is the snottiest thing in my price range ever.
Alot of bang for any buck
Well-rounded performance, period! Handling is very good. Brakes are excellent! Vicious power! Good-looking interior (except the door plastic). Zero defects. No squeaks or rattles on my car! Only the Mach 1, WRX(& STI), and EVO provide similar, but less "bang for the buck". Then you need to move into the $45,000 range to equal or surpass performance. The Mustang Cobra is around $38,000, but the stock handling and brakes are no better (maybe worse). Dodge does not advertise this car. Not many on the road where I live. Only "gear-heads" know about the car. Therefore, strangely exclusive.
srt-4 turbo
35 and I love my srt-4 with mopar performance stage 1,2,3 kits available this baby rocks.
American Rice Power Rules
Lots of go power, handles great too at speeds over 90, the honda is a sitting duck waiting to get quacked.
My SRT
I have had this car for about 6 weeks, and I am loving every minute of it. Dodge really knows how to design and bolt a car together. The power is awesome. The interior is better than I expected on a economy car. The car looks awesome.
SRT-4 can't go wrong
This car seriously hauls. If you can't take criticism very well do not consider this car because all you will receive are bad remarks. All civic SI, rsx type-s, celica gt-s drivers are all envious of the power this car has for the price. After you smoke them off the line the only response they have for you is "it's still a neon". You will have admirers out there as well. The only complaint I have about the car is the plasticky shift knob Dodge and the PVO boys need to change it out with an all aluminum/carbon fiber leather(found on boot and steering wheel) shift knob. Buy this car!
ego killer
If you want to totally embarrass mustangs, firebirds, z's, wrx's, souped-up wet-fart civics, and hang or surpass vehicles that cost $15,000 more, this is the vehicle for you. The only problem (read: fun) I have is staying out of trouble with the police. The fastest production vehicle for under 21 grand.
Awesome car
This car is amazing, the performance is unbeatable for the price, and its very fun to drive
New 2004 changes make this a MUST have!
With 500 miles behind me now I am just more and more amazed how much car Dodge crammed into the price of $21k. This car has unsurpassed braking ability, incredible acceleration and total road holding ability. This is the new car by which all others will be judged. Finding one was tough and the fact that most dealers will stick to selling the car at the MSRP means that anyone that wants one can with a bit of patience have one. 2004 model year changes such as more horsepower, limited slip differential & better tires then last year alone makes this car such a great deal. Dodge did their homework on these issues and it shows every time you put your foot in it.
Sharpie's SRT 4
My SRT 4 has lived up to my expectations. Ordinary driving I am getting about 24 MPG. However, zoomy driving it drops to under 20 rather quickly. I have had more people look at and comment about this car than any car I have ever owned (both young and old). I am 51 years old and I think it is fanastic! It's very compfortable, stylish, fast, feels safe and is just plain fun! No more worries about getting onto the interstate fron an onramp! Believe me!
Great car
Ive had this car for about a month now, and absolutely love it. The sound and feeling you get when the turbo spools is great. Also there is nothing like pulling up to a Mustang GT and pulling a couple cars on him. Handling is great, but the power can be overwellming coming out of turns, but thats a good complaint to have. Love the looks everone gives me when they think to themselves "did i just get beat by a neon?"
My Car
If your looking for a "very fast" but also "very fun" car, then the Dodge Neon SRT-4 is definately the right choice. Although getting in and out of the drivers seat is definately a chore, the passenger gets to get in and enjoy a very fun and exciting ride, only to jump out and admire the design of the car. That and reminiscing about the ride that left them gripping their seats. See. Now I think I'm gonna go for a cruise..... To all consumers...ENJOY!!!!
Need more time with it but loving it.
When I got in the car to test drive it there was 17 miles on the Odometer. I have it home and have run a few errands but need to spend more time with it. I have the alternate (non-viper style) front seats and really like them. I really like the cloth centers in the seats for a more comfortable california summer.
The baby Viper
My SRT-4 is the most fun car I've ever driven. Two thumbs up to Chrysler on this one. It scares me every time I crank it over. It's extremely fast for a $20,000 passenger car.
Just Got It
Traded in a 2003 sentra specv,I really liked that car,this car is faster,handles well,and is faster.love it.
Fun Fun FUN!
I had been planning on purchasing a Subaru WRX Sedan... Until I test drove the SRT-4... Having driven an 03 SRT- 4, I had been somewhat dissapointed. The 04 however, corrected most of my concern simply by adding the limited slip Differential. Traction off the line is unbelievable for a light weight front wheel drive vehicle. My SRT-4 routinely beats the WRX off the line along with more traditional sports cars like Mustangs, Camaros and the likes. This car is, simply put, just fun to drive. I look for excuses just to drive it down the street.
Awesome Sedan...
Currently own an 04 in Electric Blue with the Sunroof and all I can say is I love it! The car is fast and can accelerate around corners real fast. After installing the Stage 1 ECU along with a Mopar Exhaust the car sounds like a beast and its only a 4 cylider. Also the Quaife LSD make a big difference, alot more power is tranferred to the wheels equally and you can grip the asphalt alot better. If your the type of person who will beat on the car and not keep up with the maintenance your better off getting a Kia, but if you like fast cars with Turbos, for the money you can't beat an SRT-4! 2003 Sport Compact Car of the Year!
Fun on the cheap
This car is fun to drive, easy to park in the city, and can beat most everything off the green light-- while still providing room for groceries and the baby seat. The interior build quality is quite good for a car that is less than $22,000 with a moon roof. The suspension and 17 inch wheels hold the road beautifuly, and in the city I find the comfort going over potholes quite reasonable for a sporty car. It's a great value for anyone who wants to cheat the ordinary everyday driveing experience, without paying the full freight of a Viper or Corvette.
Awesome Car!
Well after considering the Sti, Evo, Mini S, and even the accord v6 I chose to go with the Srt4. I am very happy with my decision. Not only was this car he cheapest, its pretty much the fastest from a roll. The seats are great and I have had nothing but fun with the car. Only gripe is all the ignorant people asking my why I bought a NEON?? Haha. When I step on it in 2nd gear they find out!
consumer
well, all i have to say it was an excellent purchase pleasure wise, on the other hand it doesn't hold it's value as much as a honda, but still smokes the hondas! not to mention i race v-8's, wow! I nearly by atleast the minimum length of half a car, i lose to corvettes, porsches, and such. the boost the turbo puts out is incredible, the suspension is a nice ride. if i had one complaint, it would be too much torque steer, but the torque comes handy off the line, especially when the lsd does its job with the support of my bf goodrich g- force street slicks. it's all about mopar!!!
Holy Crap
I am 16 years old; it is my first car andI love it. It is fast as hell and it leaves everything behind. It is completely stock and i had it dyno tested at 252hp which is 22 more hp than what dodge says it is. I have no complaints.
dodge neon
I have realy enjoyed my dodge neon. It has been a very good car for a wonderful price. There are only two things I would change about it: the car needs a bigger gas tank and the interior of the car need to be changed.
WOW!! This car hauls ass!!!!
All I have to say is that this vehicle is one fast ride! There is no turbo lag, just sheer power when you need it. Even without using the recommended 91 octane, the car still puts out 11psi of boost and pulls nicely. The handling is excellent and the ride quality is very good considering the abilities of the vehicle. The brakes do an excellent job of stopping the vehicle under heavy braking without ever fading. The exhaust is somewhat loud due to lack of mufflers, but to a car enthusiast such as myself, it's music to my ears. The seats are wonderfully supportive during hard cornering but having the wide side bolsters makes is somewhat difficult to get in. An excellent ride for under 22K!
Best Bang for the Buck
Test drive this car, and you will fall in love with it. Very fast car for 21k.
Great performance, piece of junk
I currently own three Neons, a 99, a 99 R/tTand an 04 SRT. The SRT has been the most problematic by far. Problems on the SRT include an oil leak at 400 miles. Now i have 32,000 and it has yet to be fixed; axle seal went at 6,000, numerous computer problems, steering problems, and the most recent problem has to deal with the throttle sticking open. I was very excited to get this SRT since I'm a total Neon geek, however it was a huge let down. The performance is great and it's fun to run at the track, but it would be great if the build and reliability of the vehicle matched its performance. I've owned it for a year and I'm ready to sell. Thanks Dodge.
Modern day muscle car
This is by far the most fun car I have ever driven. The power is unbelievable and the suspension is very tight while only being a little harsh. The brakes bring you back down to legal speeds in a hurry, which will be necessary if this car is driven like it shound be. The steering is quick but very heavy and a bit on the numb side. Being 6'6" I could use a little more headroom and legroom. It's not quite as roomy as my previous car, a Ford Focus ZX3. The heavily bolstered front seats are actually really comfortable while making sure you don't slide around when taking that "suggested" 30 mph off ramp at 70 mph. Best car buy ever.
My Review
This is the car to have, if your not loaded with money and like a good American car. Take my word for it, the SRT-4 is such a fun car to drive. It's addicting...find out for yourself.
SRT-4 wolf in sheeps clothing
Actually traded in my Corvette to save money and needed a family car now too. This think is a blast to drive, practical too. Amazing to think that it seats 4, gets 22 mpg city and is nearly as fast as my Vette was. Plus, everyone thinks it's just a Neon.
Speed Demon
Overall I would have to say I like this car. The acceleration is awesome, but the engine is too loud. Brakes are nice. Shifting is too stiff, and acceleration in first gear is difficult since its FWD. If you accelerate too fast, the front tires bounce so it slows you down a little. The car seems to make some funny noises in the motor which I'm praying are just noise and not an upcoming problem. I had a 2001 Neon SE, and they are very similar in driving (except for the turbo). It kind of scares me though, since after 70,000 miles the Neon SE began losing power and the brakes got worse.
A nice looking fast car for the price
The SRT-4 is a very fun car to have. It is a very fast and nicely designed car for the price. It gets a lot of attention on the street. You can put a little amount of money into it to increase the power.
SRT-4 performance
This car delivers power in all gears. I drove it to southern California and back to Seattle, Washington and averaged almost 31 MPG! I would never have believed a car with this much power could get that kind of mileage. All my friends are blown away by how amazingly tight this car corners. (some of them own WRX's)
Buy this piece!
This car is cheap, outruns everything I come up upon on the road, is affordable to modify, I enjoy it more than life. :)
S2000 KILLER!!!
i bought this car 1 month ago, then, i got really surpirsed about this car. it is FAST, COMFORT, and CAN BEAT MOST CARS ON THE ROAD! my friend got Honda S2000 and that was cheap freak. i raced with BMW M3 Coupe and beated by little gap. but M3 driver was shocked about my srt-4 can chase him that thight. i plan to replace turbo to large one.
Fastttttttttttttt
fun car I have owned over 100 cars to this day none more fun
Great all around car
Well I've had this car for 3 years now and the thing has held up beautifully. I do enjoy the pick up and go that this car has, but I also like the fact that it has plenty of space for the weekly grocery store trip. On the downside though it is just a Neon so it's not like a BMW in terms of elegance or styling. But for me, I really wanted to have performance at a low cost and the SRT-4 definitely fit that description. So if you're a gear head and want something to build, the SRT-4 is a great place to start. It's relatively cheap and there are a lot of aftermarket parts out there. And after a few modifications you can really hang with most of the bigger guys out there.
I love this car!!
Ok, I had a 1994 Dodge Shadow 5sp for 10 years....at 238,000 miles, it was done. Without even driving this car, I bought it and drove it home. IT IS A GREAT RIDE!!!!!! And the turbo lets you accelerate when you need to. It is a great car, safe, tight, fun. I just bought the car a month ago, not 2003.
Mustang Mauler
What a great ride for a little scratch! Bought the car with a $700.00 discount then added approximately $2500.00 of "GO FAST" goodies and just set back and ENJOYED! The car has run a best 1/4 mile at Orlando SpeedWorld of 12.80 @116.08 MPH. This car now in street trim (No Slicks) spanks Mustangs, Z28 Camaros, M3 BMW's, and C5 Corvettes! All at a lot less money and with a great "Fun" factor in the process. I will probably keep this car a long time as so many new "go fast" items are becomming available. The car is easy to get into the 11's with chassis work to improve traction. A real stop light sleeper! I love it and I am 58 years old!
Awesome car
I own a '04 Electric Blue with the sunroof and Viper seats. The performance is just awesome! After 3500 miles, there have been no major problems. About the biggest complaint I have is the gas mileage. I can only get between 16-25 mpg. But that's not the point of this car...it's all about the power!
Sweet
This car is great! I love the power that it has. Once I stepped on the pedal I was suprised at the power it had. The suspernsion is great.
I Love the POWER
This is a serious car regardless of the price. I find myself driving when I dont really need to. And Mustages eat this... lol...
I love this car
My SRT is amazing! I bought it after Katrina in 2005 after she destroyed my 2003 SRT. That was so sad, but I got my 2004 so it's all good. It was stock when I bought it, but not anymore. Mopar has tons of performance parts to amp up the power and torque of this awesome little car. Don't be fooled by it's small size and that it's (just a neon. This is not your mama's neon. This car is for the car enthusiast who loves going fast a feeling the power as they accelerate. I definitely recommend this car to anyone who thinks they can handle it.
CAN I SAY HOT HOT HOT!!! Awesome Car
Very impressive what Dodge created. I WAS a WRX fan but everything changed once i test drove this beast. Confortable seats (it grabs you). Awesome performance. By the second week I had to upgrade my racing challenges because not even a turbocharged civic could keep up with me. hehehehe...I have NO REGRETS...Awesome car...It's worth to grab life by the horns hahahaha i just look back and the mustangs just get smaller and smaller.
I'm a Dealer - These things don't break!
I am currently on my second SRT-4 after buyer the first one that came into our dealership. The fun factor in this car is huge. I just delivered a 2009 Challenger SRT-8 and the car is fast, comfortable, and a cool muscle car. But this little Neon has the capability to be Auto crossed, Rally Raced, SCCA or NASA licensed, and can be driven as a daily driver with virtually no problems. Especially now considering you can buy a good used one with 20,000 miles for 13-15. I just installed the Stage 2 turbo kit with the Mopar Cold Air intake - Sweet Mother! Like I said, the Challenger's fast - but this little Neon is something! Will definitely keep this car forever.
Fun stuff
Increatible car. A must buy
great car!!
great car very quick! fun to drive. the 4 door is good cuz it lowers insurance
SRT-4
Me and my boyfriend decided on this car because he wanted a turbo and i didn't want to have to spend a whole lot. The exterior of the car could be a lot better. Neons in the past look like crap cars and this just has that look. Its quick and fun to drive, the look is just not for me.