2002 Chrysler Neon R/T review from UK and Ireland
"Stylish, Fast, Reliable and Value For Money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front wishbone (suspension) rubber bushes replaced at 35,000 miles.
General comments?
Alternatively styled for the UK market, my Neon R/T has done the brand proud it is totally reliable.
The handling is very good, but the suspension is a little harder than the 'normal' Neon models. It corners frighteningly well!
All the gadgets (ABS/TRAC/AC, etc) work well and reliably. It is good value for money.
Leather seats are nice, the seats have 5 3-point seatbelts and the car seems strong enough to protect your family if it all goes badly wrong.
The steering isn't 'alive' like on some cars, but is very sure - the car feels firmly planted on the road and sticks like glue around the corners.
My R/T gives me 30 to 35mpg on a mixed run - I'm very happy with it and won't be selling it yet. (Why would I sell it, it is great value for money and gives me a comfortable car, will tow up to 1 tonne, take 5 people, has gadgets, goodies, leather, AC and goes well. To replace it with most other brands of car would cost a fortune!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Megane |
| Date of Entry | 23rd December, 2006 |