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Chrysler Neon PL 2.0 16V (133 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Chrysler Neon:
The Neon is a compact car built from November 1993 until 2005 by the American Chrysler Corporation over two generations. It has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout and was available in two-door and four-door sedan body styles. In the United States and Canada, it was sold as either a Dodge or a Plymouth , while in Europe, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Egypt, Australia, South Africa, and South America, it was branded as a Chrysler....(Read more on Wikipedia)
PL Overview:
Chrysler Neon (PL). With 175 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1110 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.8 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chrysler Neon (PL) received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating in 1998, indicating below-average adult occupant protection for its time, with notable structural integrity concerns.
2.0 16V (133 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides sufficient power for daily commuting, but the automatic transmission dulls the engine's potential and responsiveness compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Offers slightly better fuel efficiency than the higher-output variant, making it a practical choice for urban driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Lively performance (especially 147hp)
- • Distinctive styling
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Engaging handling for its class
Cons:
- • Dated interior materials
- • Below-average safety rating (Euro NCAP)
- • Some reliability concerns (e.g., head gasket)
- • Road noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chrysler |
| Model: | Neon |
| Generation: | PL |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (133 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 133 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 175 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 119.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 157.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1110 |
| Max. weight: | 1625 |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 364 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4364 mm mm |
| Width: | 1712 mm mm |
| Height: | 1391 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2642 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1458 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1458 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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