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Plymouth Neon Coupe 2.0 16V (147 Hp)
Overall Rating
Plymouth 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)
Coupe Overview:
Plymouth Neon (Coupe). With 174 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1082 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chrysler Neon (European equivalent of Plymouth Neon) received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating in 1998, indicating below-average adult occupant protection compared to contemporary standards, particularly in frontal impacts.
2.0 16V (147 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A surprisingly potent engine for its class, offering spirited acceleration and a rev-happy character, making the Neon Coupe a genuinely fun-to-drive compact with a good power-to-weight ratio.
Fuel Economy
Achieves a respectable combined fuel economy of 7.2 l/100 km, which is commendable given its performance capabilities for a naturally aspirated engine of its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Punchy and rev-happy engine performance (especially 2.0L)
- • Agile handling and fun-to-drive character
- • Distinctive styling for its era
- • Good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and materials
- • High engine noise at higher RPMs
- • Subpar safety ratings (Euro NCAP 2 stars)
- • Some common reliability issues (e.g., head gasket, electrical)
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Plymouth |
| Model: | Neon |
| Generation: | Coupe |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (147 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 147 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 174 Nm @ 5500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | ECC |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| 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: | 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: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 135.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1082 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 216 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4364 mm mm |
| Width: | 1715 mm mm |
| Height: | 1345 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 S |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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