The Lowdown: 2003 Dodge Neon
By Thomas Brillstein
The 2003 Dodge Neon
Made in UNITED STATES for Dodge, the Neon for 2003 is a leader in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR segment. It retailed for $12,935 USD with a dealer cost of $12,131 USD.
Neon Dimensions
The 2003 Neon has standard length of 174.40 inches and a width of 67.40 inches. The Neon rides 56.00 inches off the ground, with a clearance of 6.10 inches. Front headroom is 38.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Neon a radius of 35.70 inches. It uses 175/70R14 tires with a wheelbase of 105.00 inches.
Drivetrain
The Neon comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2581 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum | Disc.
Fuel Economy
The Neon's standard 2.0L L4 SOHC 16V engine has been measured to get 25 - 29 miles/gallon city driving with a 12.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The Neon retails for $12,935 USD with a invoice price of $12,131 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Child Safety Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Trunk Anti-Trap Device. Neon optional equipment may include ABS Brakes, Front Side Airbag, Front Side Airbag with Head Protection, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control.
Exterior color choices include Atlantic Blue Pearlcoat, Black, Bright Silver Metallic, Flame Red, Graphite Metallic, Light Almond Pearl Metallic, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Stone White with interior choices of Dark Slate Gray Cloth Interior, Taupe Cloth Interior. The Neon seats 5 people with 42.20 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The regular warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also comes with a 84 month/70,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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