Auto loans: 1997 Dodge Neon
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 8.1 to 9.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.1 to 9.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
Rent a 1997 Dodge Neon for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1997 Dodge Neon specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.7 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 190 g/km | 221 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.56 | $14.57 |
1997 Dodge Neon: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 25 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 35 | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 30 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,512 | $2,914 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1997 Dodge Neon
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 390 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (244), service brakes (52) and air bags (41). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V080000 | 1997-05-16 | air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive | THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DESIGN ALLOWS THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT UPON VEHICLE IGNITION SHUT DOWN. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1997 Dodge Neon?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1997 Dodge Neon for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 1997 Dodge Neon before you buy one anywhere.
Recalls and complaints
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Specs, explained
Its 2.0L 4-cylinder drives through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Its combined rating is 8.1 L/100 km, which means roughly 24 litres for 300 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $12.56 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Practical details
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. At 340 litres, the trunk fits about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
When the Neon makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Neon for a week and see how it fits your life. Rent the Neon for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Money matters
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $125.60 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Narrowing it down
Within the 1997 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Over to you
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1997 Dodge Neon from us first.
Ask us about the 1997 Dodge Neon
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1997 Dodge Neon for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1997 Dodge Neon
Does CarmaCars sell the 1997 Dodge Neon?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1997 Dodge Neon before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1997 Dodge Neon have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1997 Dodge Neon cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2512.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.