1995 Dodge Neon Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
You can't get much smaller than a subcompact car, but Dodge aimed to make its new Neon not only affordable and easy on fuel economy, but...
You can't get much smaller than a subcompact car, but Dodge aimed to make its new Neon not only affordable and easy on fuel economy, but also safe, roomy, and fun to drive. In its first year, the 1995 Dodge Neon was offered as either a four-door sedan (in base, Highline, or Sport trims) or a two-door coupe (Highline and Sport trims). All models featured a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder, 132-hp engine, but the Sports coupe offered it with a dual overhead cam, achieving 150-hp. This gave the Neon more horsepower than comparable cars in its class, like the Civic and Escort. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard, with a 3-speed optional.
The Sport coupe offered stylish features such as a rear spoiler and fog lights. Standard 14-inch alloy wheels, ABS brakes, and a firmer suspension meant it hugged the road nicely and handled nimbly when passing cars or taking curves, with less body roll. The 1995 was fun to drive and attractive to owners. Not only did its perky, rounded cab-forward (a Chrysler innovation) design make it easy on the eyes, but it offered a surprising amount of interior room for a subcompact. This meant more headroom and backseat legroom than other subcompacts. Highline and Sport models offered a rear backseat that folded down to provide more cargo room.
The 1995 Dodge Neon was very popular, attracting owners with its look, and keeping them happy with good engine power, great handling, comfortable seats and legroom, and great gas mileage (28/38 mpg). The Sport models were fast and fun. Some negative comments concerned the fact that the driver's seat did not go back far enough to accommodate tall people and the center console was uselessly small. Loud road noise, peeling paint, transmission, and other mechanical problems were also mentioned.
What owners say
"Overall, drivers of the 1995 Dodge Neon tend to appreciate its fuel efficiency and fun driving experience, particularly in terms of handling and power despite its age. However, many also report issues with mechanical problems, build quality, and limited interior space. While some enjoyed the modifications made to their cars, others expressed frustration with operational flaws or the lack of comfort during winter months."
The ACR (American Club Racer) comes with a stock 150 hp 2.0 litre DOHC engine, all wheel disc brakes, low gear ratio transmission, front frescas to cool brakes, koni adjustable shocks, front and rear sway bar, weight reducted chasis, ACR aluminum alloy wheels, tach, no governor, racing syle steering, dome on hood and an optional nitro yellow-green paint job. The best part is the value has not depriciated due to its rareness (only 800 made)
October 7, 2009My first car and my favorite out of the two Ive had so far. Such a fun car to drive. Handles great and has its own little personality. It loves to be played with and tossed around. Only downside is the build quality. A lot of big gaps and loose fitting pieces. But overall, a good car. Especially as a starter car.
November 4, 2010probably the best $500 investment I've ever made. gets through the snow, great on gas, parts are cheap, had very few major problems
March 20, 2008What owners say
The ACR (American Club Racer) comes with a stock 150 hp 2.0 litre DOHC engine, all wheel disc brakes, low gear ratio transmission, front frescas to cool brakes, koni adjustable shocks, front and rear sway bar, weight reducted chasis, ACR aluminum alloy wheels, tach, no governor, racing syle steering, dome on hood and an optional nitro yellow-green paint job. The best part is the value has not depriciated due to its rareness (only 800 made)
October 7, 2009My first car and my favorite out of the two Ive had so far. Such a fun car to drive. Handles great and has its own little personality. It loves to be played with and tossed around. Only downside is the build quality. A lot of big gaps and loose fitting pieces. But overall, a good car. Especially as a starter car.
November 4, 2010probably the best $500 investment I've ever made. gets through the snow, great on gas, parts are cheap, had very few major problems
March 20, 2008The car is awesome on gas. Its a blast to drive. Has a cold air intake, custom dual exhaust, 16inch Loco rims wrapped in Falken Z rated 205/40R/16. The stereo is amazing. 2 15" Legacy subs, powered by a JL Audio 500/1 Amp. Sony Xplod 6x9s being powered by a Lightening Audio 400x4 amp.
December 27, 2008This car is fun to drive. It has been modded out and is pretty plucky, well balanced and corners like a dream. I know it has taken a roundabout at at least 55 before. The appearance is a little wanting but will be tweaked later as time and money allows.
December 7, 2010Its no luxury car, but the lil buggars cheap to fix, cheap with gas, reliable, and pretty quick for a 4cl. The cars did have premayture head gasket problems, which is the cause for related future problems such as rough idle, and cooling system failure. Other than that, handling is amazing, does 120mph with ease, hardcore cornering, and overall is a great family car.
March 20, 2010windows would not stay defrosted in winter. Cold back seat. Little trunk.
November 20, 2007it has after market tailights, head lights,mirrors,spoiler,bike rack on top,5 speed manual tranny,dark green paint w/ black accent,JVC Exad head unit with flip down dvd screen,after market stereo
May 3, 2008very good on gas and handled well
January 18, 2008I totally loved this car. Unfortunately it got totalled after a hail storm on an icy road. I know everyone loves their first car, but this one had good reason to be loved. It handled well, was gas efficient, had plenty of power and the widest footprint of the small cars of that time so it had the most stability on the road.
February 22, 2008
