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Best car
Dave, 07/25/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This car is fun to drive, fast, and comfortable. I like going out on nice nights and at dawn driving my SRT4 and showing it off. To me the SRT4 is the best car.
Sweet Car
j, 08/29/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This car out of the box is fun to drive. Thanks to the SRT group for the atfermarket parts such as Stage 1,2,3.
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Chrysler should still make them!
sharong60, 03/04/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my SXT brand new and have had her almost 5 years now and still love her! I love the fuel economy and can get 400 miles on a full tank! She handles great except on ice! I think it's the lightweight body. I love the interior and exterior styling! Great stereo, well lit dash, great heater, a/c, like the pull down back seats, which make it almost a hatchback! Parts are cheap. Good warranty. Have had to put very little maintenance on her. Did get new tires last summer. And had a motor go out on my power window, replaced free thru warranty. Had to get a new battery last year. She starts even when left outside in extreme cold. Right now, Chrysler would have a goldmine in the Neon!
SRT-4
Jewell, 09/13/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I didn't like the look of the SRT-4 and wasn't very into driving a Neon. However I decided to take it for a test drive because it was the fastest vehicle for the price I wanted to pay. Wow! This car is very fun to drive! It's fast and it does not drive the way you think a Neon does. It handles much sturdier than you think possible and can provide thrilling acceleration. I have owned a 2003 Ford Lightning and a 1996 Mustang GT. It is as quick, if not quicker, than both.
2005 Dodge Neon
blueram13, 09/14/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Economy car that provides good gas mileage and reliable transportation. Drives 80 miles a day to work. Last Neon (1998) drove 175,000 miles and only needed a head gasket. Very happy with all around performance.
Best first car ever...I love you "Bertha"!!
bmore410, 05/11/2013
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Probably my favorite out of all the cars I've ever driven. I love this car to death. I've done all I can to keep it running and it's still running like new. I definitely plan to keep this car well into college. Not only is it stylish, but it just has character. There's just something about it that I love so much about it. I've really developed a "connection" with "Bertha", she's a part of the family:) I highly recommend this a teens first car.
Funnnn
srt forlife, 04/06/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have had this car for a year n bought it used but have had little issues with it mostly wear and tear. love the power and the look you get when u drive by someone lol. the gas milage isnt bad for what performance it puts out
Bought Another One!
Christine, 09/22/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This new baby replaced my old '96--so many of the bugs have been worked on that I'm even more pleasantly surprised than I expected. Gas mileage, even though the new one is auto and prior was manual--is still phenomenal. Only drawback is the significant lag in pickup, which I did not experience with my former Neon. (My former wasn't nearly as 'cool' looking though. Great to have a car I don't have to park a block away and sneak into places to avoid being seen)
Just purchased
Angel , 09/22/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I would never have purchased a Dodge Neon had there not been any PT cruisers. After driving the Neon and seeing that it would indeed get the best gas miliage for the money, I couldn't turn it down. Come to find out I really love the little car and will enjoy driving it for the future.
Neon, America's Little Car
abcubbie, 05/01/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car. It handles like it's on rails, and is much better than that Toyota I had. Very smooth automatic transmission, not clunky and slow to shift like European cars.
tiny tank
kate_runs, 10/05/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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In what parallel universe does this car get supposed good fuel economy? I have put a lot of money keeping this car in the best shape, I don't drive it in a gas-wasting sort of way, and I usually only get around 20/22mpg on a tank-- and that is with freeway driving as well. It's like driving a small tank, especially in contrast to non-American compact equivalents. It does zip along quite quickly on flat roads, depending on the weather. Positive: I feel pretty safe driving it (in terms of how solid it is), and the trunk is quite roomy. Lastly: God forbid you turn the a/c on- the mpg goes to around 16mpg
Dodge surprise of the century
Dodger, 05/28/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Excellent power, serious fun to drive. You can't find anything better than this unless you spend $10k more and move up to the $30k range to get a Evo or STI. I simply can't think of a car under $30k that can beat the performance of SRT-4. If you are tight on cash and want serious performance, this is your choice. If you are loaded and don't want to park your M3 around the train station every morning, SRT-4 is the only car that you can enjoy driving (and the thrill) and won't feel too bad to find a scratch on it after you return from work.
e-ticket fun
kws103, 10/31/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Looked at a bunch of cars in this size range. All of them that had any fun factor wound up to be at least $20K, and none of them even came close to the ride of the SRT-4 (I swear it would accelerate going straight up). I've had a number of sports cars in the past; this blows them away in terms of acceleration and handling both. And everyone who knows anything about sports cars literally drools over it (I've had people chase me down on the interstate just to take a gander at it). The only drawback is that I now have to drive everywhere. Everyone and his brother (and my kids and all my kids friends and ...) wants to ride in it!
SRT-4
SRT4Mom, 07/10/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have fallen in love with driving my SRT-4. I am not quite the target demographic, but have had many comments made on how cool the car looks. I enjoy driving it, and love the power, and still am able to enjoy reasonable gas mileage. I have never had a problem with this car, and love the performance. It works well as a family ca,r as well as a fun car.
2005 Dodge Neon
Bob, 11/05/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car because of its relative fuel economy vs selling price...good MPG for the price I paid. In town I get 25.5, with automatic, driving conservatively. Also, it is a previous SCCA champion road race and autoross car...it handles very well, handles super with a few minor mods.Acceleration is fun, not stunning.
Love My Neon
Andra, 10/28/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Simply a great car. Corners like it's on rails! Economical, safe and fun to drive! Great value for the money!
Neon SXT with spoiler, dual exhaust package
Nova W., 07/27/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned older model Neons and I love my car so far. I think Dodge has improved on some of the problems. I have kids and it's plenty roomy for the family and still sporty and fun to drive.
Best Car yet
Eddie, 09/10/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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After reading the reviews on the SXT, I was a little concerned purchasing the SRT-4. I do not regret it now. This car is great to drive and has serious power for the price. The exhaust sounds great, not one of those cans you find on the Civics. I can say I love everything about the car but if I could change one thing I would ask Dodge to offer a different set of rims, something different from the SXT style. (Chrome would be nice)
Best car I've had for gas mileage
mopar4ever, 02/14/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my Neon in June of 2005 with 5,000 miles on it. It is now Feb of 2009 and I have a little over 105,000 miles on it. There has never been anything wrong with the car except routine work like oil, spark plugs, wires, etc. I did however have a transmission cooler liner split when it had 104,000 miles but that is a normal wear and tear item as well. My passenger CV shaft is acting up as well now but it has 105,000 miles on it plus with me doing the burnouts I do with it doesn't help. Overall it is a great car all in all.
No regrets, great little car
car_auctioneer, 09/09/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have about 7,000 miles on my SRT-4. Of course it's quick and fun but what surprised me is the refined ride on rough pavement, the quiet highway manners and the interior comfort. I'm 42 years old, and my sense of good/bad is pretty refined by now. I can say that this car "fits like a glove" in the sense that it's real easy to drive smoothly and precisely. On the down side, it's had a few trips to the dealership for a bad battery and a chattering clutch, both fixed under warranty. Worst, there was a knocking in the rear struts and I got the "they all do that" from the dealer. 99 cents worth of vacuum hose jammed in the right spot and a few hours of my time fixed that though!
Pretty good car for price
Heather, 11/06/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It has a few minor problems such as brakes emitting excessive brake dust but overall a pretty good buy
dodge neon
gridrob, 11/26/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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this car is so comfortable to drive and it gets excellent mileage. It is also very fun to drive.
Cute car
crankyone, 11/06/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a cute car, it's nice and fun to drive, but there's always something going wrong with it after 3 months. The engine/transmission light always comes on, even when it rains and nothing is wrong with the car whatsoever. It's frustrating taking it in thinking something is wrong with it, and then being told there isn't anything wrong with it, and still having the light on
The Best Car I Ever Had
Christina Harris, 11/06/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has the best performance and duribility around. I have never had such a wonderful experience driving this car. It is very comfortable and spacious and kid friendly.
Nice unit
J46957, 09/28/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Car handles great. The available upgrades from Mopar while keeping it "safe" under the warranty is really nice. Best buy for the money.
Great first car!
Matt, 06/30/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my first car to personally own. I've also driven a Lexus ES 300, a Honda Odyssey, and a Ford Ranger in the past, and this car is by far the most fun to drive! I bought it last October with 68k miles on it, and I now have about 71k on it. Haven't had a single problem with it, except a flat tire, but that's only because I ran over a nail. I love this car and I really wish that Chrysler still made them, especially now that everyone is looking for small fuel- efficient cars. Bringing them back would probably be a good idea, as they'd probably sell really well in this market.
Suprised
iggy, 11/18/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Was suprised at the performance of the Neon. The fact that the rear windows aren't power doesn't bother me at all because I have a little one that could hit the down button a lot easier then she could roll one down manually. As far as gas mileage goes, I probably average 30 mpg and I drive more city than hwy, doing almost 3000 miles a month. For a nice car, but low payment, a Neon is well worth it.
If you have a heart condition don't ride
Chris, 11/09/2005
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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This car is super quick and super fast. I was in 3rd gear and the car was up to 80. Has great handling. I used to drive a Mustang GT, and a 350 hp 72 mustang. and this car blows it out of the water. Its quicker, faster, holds turns better, and is extremely fun to drive. If your looking for a fast car in the low 20's this is your car. I was amazed from the first test drive till now. With the 3 stages of upgrades this car is truely unbeliveable.
Great little car
Mark, 09/19/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car after our daughter was hit head on with a 1998 neon. After I saw how it was in a crash I decided to buy another. I enjoy the handling. It gets 32-33 mpg all the time. I did have the cam position sensor go out, but it was not a big deal to change. I found out that it is a common problem. I run Goodyear comfort tread tires, and it really hugs the road in tight turns. I actually accelerate through the turn.
Great Car
Rocky, 11/05/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great and reliable car. I get awesome visibility from all angles. I like to maintain my own car and everything under the hood has easy access and comfort. I don't have to fight to fit my arm down tight spots. It has great handling and maneuverability. It's cheap to maintain and has great miles to the gallon in both city and highway. I only wish it had more space in the trunk and the back seats.
One Great Ride
Ted, 01/01/2006
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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We love this car and MPG. For the money you can't go wrong. The interior has so much room and comfort, great stero and options.
Why did Dodge discontinue this model?
jrb, 01/01/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We operate this car in our courier business. It has a 5 speed manual trans. (Had been using Nissan hardbody pickups because of their reliability.) We have owned this car 2 years & 3 months; it has 225,000 miles on it. We are saving a lot of money, compared to the Nissans, on insurance, fuel, and maintenance. We use synthetic oil. Only maintenance we have had to do is spark plugs and wires and one timing belt. We use it city and highway driving over 400 miles per day at 32 mpg. This has probably been the most reliable "American" make I have ever owned. I cannot believe Dodge discontinued this model. It is too good to believe except that we have used it and seen it. Why did you end it Dodge?
My 2005 Neon SXT a Perfect 10
JimmyTheGent, 09/26/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased this car new in 2005. Bumper to bumper this car has been the best I've ever owned. I'm a pretty big guy at 6' and about 240 lbs. and is very comfortable and roomy even for me. With 33,000 miles the car still runs and handles new. Even the stereo sounds just as awesome as it did the first day I drove it. Chrysler really had a Winner with this car and hope they will make a Neon comeback someday. So far this car has been a perfect 10 all around and have no intention on trading it or selling it anytime soon.
Going from Dodge truck to Dodge car
jonesnco, 01/22/2006
2005 Dodge Neon SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had my 2005 Neon SE for just over a month and feel it is a good car for the money - especially with rebates. I expected about 29 to 30 mpg given the EPA ratings but only got about 26 on the first take. It seems to have gained about 1 mpg every tank until it hit about 29.5 mpg. The performance is quite acceptable given the power of the engine although the transmission can shift oddly at slow speeds. I drove a manual for years so the behavior may be normal. My only complaints are some unattractive black styrofoam under the steering wheel column in the dash. It is visible and identifiable as styrofoam. There is no option to enable the power outlet when the ignition is off.
A car to have.
Miguel, 09/26/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I wanted one since the first day I saw it (had audi a6 biturbo quattro at that moment). Got it. The vehicle is superb, gives so much pleasure while driving. Been very reliable, never gave me any trouble whatsoever. Parts are inexpensive. Gets compliments all the time from both men and women. Exceeded my expectations in terms of interior quality. I put leather with blue stitches on top of a dashboard and all leather/alcantara steering wheel which made the interior look really expensive. Truly amazing American little muscle car. Nobody believes it's that cheap! Overall a fantastic car for this money. I am very happy to own one. It's really sad Daimler Chrysler decided to kill this model.
'05 Dodge Neon
Joe602, 06/07/2006
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Car has comfortable setting and I really like the front grille.The car gets great gas mileage and with the way gas prices are going, I'm glad it takes very little money to fill it up.
I love my Neon
jessicaann2005, 01/04/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 2005 Neon SXT came with the SRT4 exterior package. It is awesome looking and great on gas mileage and fits my whole family. I have looked forward to finally getting one for the past few years.
Well built for a small car
Nice Small Car, 08/19/2006
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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A nice all around car! Better looking than most small cars. Handles great, good on gas. I would buy it again.
Fun Fun Fun
Wolf, 08/23/2006
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I also drive an '01 Mustang GT and I must say that driving this car is almost as much fun and maybe sometimes more so. I bought this car for a fun daily driver and that is what it is. It is fast for sure and easy to modify. There are many parts available to make this car a Corvette killer! For the price of this car, the performance can not be beat hands down!
My Red SRT-4
E.S.L, 09/03/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife an I bought the SRT-4 Feb. of this year, and we must say it is a very fun, fast car to own. If we had to choose to buy over again we would. Only down side the choice of colors, i.e. no yellow, but they did have every other color (blue, red, black). Otherwise a great overall car.
Great car, great price
Namdarb72, 09/07/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Im impressed with the car dodge has created for the incredible price. This car has the speed of its competitors for 10k less with the performance and styling to go with it. Mopar also offers great performance upgrade packages with the car and better than expected prices and better than expected hp increases. You cant beat the performance for the price.
Middle Age Crazy
Bill9725, 12/02/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the extreme power. Fun watching the Young that know what it is, the older types just think it is a body dress kit. Excellent engine and handling, even able to fit large size adults nicely. Has outstanding Mileage, Power, and Handling. Everyone that gets a ride in the car is amaized at the abilitys of a basic economy car.
Beast
jordan_sterba, 06/18/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a very reliable little car, unfortunately stuff from mopar is real expensive so they are easy to total. But other than that i give the car a 2 thumbs up all around
Dimples has been great to me so far
kldtoto, 11/07/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have the SRT body and it is the 5 speed trans. I love this car and have over 100,000 miles on it so far. I have had no problems beside annual maintenance. When it is warm out, sometimes I have to try a couple of times before the car starts, but it is not an every day occurance. I travel across country 2-3 times a year and commute 100 miles a day (total) for work. I would recommend this car to anyone. If you take care of it, it will take care of you.
Love this CAR
Tonks, 06/09/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car brand new in 12/2005 with a whole 99 miles on it!!! I now have 91,000 miles on it and it is still running great I have had no mechanical problems with it and love to drive it everywhere the gas mileage is amazing!!!!
103,000 run hard
1oldwolf1, 11/01/2010
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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Have owned my srt4 since new now has 103,000. In all this time replace battery and 2 sensors, just did 100,000 mile timing belt and seals. Uses no oil between 3000 mile oils changes run super at 103,000 mile just putting on 5th set of tires, mods cat-back tail pipe from Dodge, k&n filters, pillar Gage pod to add volts and oil pressure, bbs 7 inch rims with 225 x 45 x 17 tires (a must do) had after market Cruise add at the dealer before it came home. Options side airbags, sunroof from factory. Owen this car since 9 miles drive it everywhere 20 in city and 32 hi way at 103,000 miles. It a blast would not trade it for anything but a viper. I also Owen 1972 road runner 440 4 speed still love srt4 daily
best deal going
the real hannibal, 09/11/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I feel as though I pulled one over on everyone. I bought this because it was the most inexpensive deal that I could get. Turns out that it suits everyone of my needs and is very economical to operate. Took it on a 6000 mile road trip around Europe this summer and it has satisfied me every kilometer along the way. It has enough speed for the Autobahn, sufficient power for the swiss alps, causes me to ignore the high price of fuel in France, and is sexy enough for the Italian Autostrada. I love this car. What a bargain.
2nd Amazing Neon, still have the first !
Dodge Man, 06/13/2009
2005 Dodge Neon SXT 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Absolutely excellent little car. 20,000 miles so far, w/o a hitch. 30 city/37 hwy with 5 speed. I'd never own an automatic anything! I own a '95 model, purchased new in April of '94. Still going strong with 115,000 miles.... I take very good care of my equipment and it lasts.
King of the road!
CrackaJack, 09/11/2004
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Dodge built this car for one reason. To wipe the floor with anything that pulled up next to it. You dont drive this car for comfort or for a nice leather covered dash or seats. You drive this car to go fast and enjoy the ride. If you want comfort or a butt warming seat... get a VW or a Toyota...Just make sure you remember that you will be seeing our tail lights.
Very fast for price
dougie, 11/21/2008
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I have owned 2 SRT-4s. I love the power. A sleeper car that can run with cars that cost twice as much. Has issues on takeoffs but no problem on highways. Great for the family man that wants to have fun and have a family. Fell in love with the car first time I drove it.