The 2003 Dodge Neon is one of the car companys entries into the economy car market. This four-door sedan is known for its ability to give strong performance at a low price point. Although the car is one of the fastest of the 2003 economy cars, it lacks the refinement of its competitors, such as the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic.
Perfromance
The 2003 Dodge Neon had four different trim levels: SE, SXT, R/T, and the SRT-4. Three of these vehicles (the SE, SXT, and the R/T) came with a 2-liter engine; the SRT-4 had a 2.4-liter engine. The two most basic models offered 132 horsepower (hp); the R/T had 150 hp and the SRT-4 had 215 hp.
Fuel
The Neons took only unleaded gasoline. Depending on version, they offered different fuel economy. For the SE and the SXT, the fuel economy was rated at 25 to 29 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 32 to 36 mpg on the highway. For the R/T and the SRT-4, the fuel economy was a bit better: 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
Comfort
Interior comfort is where the Dodge Neon began to fall behind its competitors. Air conditioning, power steering, tachometer and power door locks were only standard in the top three trim levels (they were not even available as an option on the SE). In terms of room, the Neon offered 38.4 inches of headroom in the front and 36.7 inches in the rear. It also offered 42.2 inches of front leg room and 34.8 inches in the back.
Entertainment
The vehicles entertainment offerings were a bit odd. The AM/FM radio came standard with all models. A CD player, however, was only standard in the SE and the R/T versions of the vehicle (with it not an option on the other two). The Neon didnt offer a CD changer, any upgraded stereo systems, any video systems or sun- or moon-roofs.
Safety
The Neon provided for the safety of the vehicles occupants with drivers and passengers air bags. However, the vehicle did not come with side airbags. The vehicle had anti-lock brakes, but only on the R/T and the SRT-4. Also, the R/T version of the vehicle came with traction control.
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