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Dodge Neon III 1.4 (95 Hp)
Overall Rating
Dodge 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)
III Overview:
Dodge Neon (III). With 127 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 185 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 2016 Dodge Neon III (Fiat Tipo) achieved a 3-star Euro NCAP rating with standard equipment, indicating adequate but not class-leading protection, particularly in more advanced safety assist systems.
1.4 (95 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.4L engine offers modest performance, suitable for city driving but struggles with highway overtakes and heavier loads. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 6 l/100 km, this engine provides decent fuel economy for its class, making it an economical choice for daily commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk capacity (520L)
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Decent fuel economy from both engine options
- • Comfortable ride for daily commuting
- • Simple and straightforward mechanics
Cons:
- • Underpowered engines, especially the 1.4L
- • Basic interior materials and design
- • Limited advanced safety features (standard 3-star NCAP)
- • Lackluster driving dynamics and refinement
- • Resale value might be lower compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2004 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Dodge |
| Model: | Neon |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (95 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 95 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.4 Hp/l [72mm more] |
| Torque: | 127 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Fire / 843A1000 More details about the engine Fire / 843A1000 |
| Engine displacement: | 1368 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 60 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4532 mm mm [72mm more] |
| Width: | 1792 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Height: | 1497 mm mm [75mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2636 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2002 mm |
| Front overhang: | 893 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1003 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.93 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15; 205/50 R16; 225/45 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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