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Plymouth · model year 2001
2001 Plymouth Neon
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2001 Plymouth Neon is a compact gasoline car with front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual. Its 2.0-liter four-cylinder returns 24 MPG in city driving, 30 highway, and 26 combined. The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2600, making the combined figure the clearest guide for everyday fuel use.
Good to know
- 26 MPG combined EPA rating
- 30 MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel drive
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Compact-car class
Watch for
- 24 MPG city rating
- $2600 EPA annual fuel cost
- 341.81 grams of CO2 per mile
- Gasoline-only powertrain
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact front-wheel-drive car Drivers who prefer a five-speed manual Routes with substantial highway driving
The 2001 Plymouth Neon offers a simple compact-car formula: gasoline power, front-wheel drive, and a five-speed manual. Its 26 combined MPG is a useful middle figure, while the 24 city and 30 highway ratings let you tailor expectations to your routine. The EPA’s $2600 annual fuel-cost estimate makes it easier to plan recurring expenses. Choose it when this drivetrain and compact format fit your driving, and weigh the city-heavy cost if most trips are urban.
What it is
The 2001 Plymouth Neon is a compact car powered by a 2.0 L four-cylinder gasoline engine. It uses front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual transmission.
It belongs in the compact-car class. You can see other models from the maker in Plymouth cars.
The numbers
The Neon’s combined EPA rating is 26 MPG. That blends its 24 MPG city rating with 30 MPG highway.
For a driver who spends more time in town, the 24 MPG city figure matters more. Longer highway trips use the 30 MPG rating instead.
What it costs to run
The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2600 for this gasoline Neon. That figure gives a straightforward yearly budget reference for fuel use.
Its tailpipe output is 341.81 grams of carbon dioxide per mile.
How it compares
Use the 26 MPG combined number when comparing this Neon with other cars in the same chart. City and highway ratings show how the result can change with your route.
The Neon’s compact-car class, front-wheel drive, gasoline engine, and manual transmission also define the comparison.
Who it suits
This car suits someone seeking a compact gasoline car with a manual gearbox and front-wheel drive. Its split city and highway ratings help if your driving is mostly one type of trip.
Trade-offs
The manual transmission and front-wheel drive are central to the Neon’s setup. Fuel economy varies from 24 MPG in city driving to 30 MPG on the highway.
Its EPA annual fuel cost is $2600, so fuel spending is an important part of ownership budgeting.
Verdict
The 2001 Plymouth Neon offers a simple compact-car formula: gasoline power, front-wheel drive, and a five-speed manual. Its 26 combined MPG is a useful middle figure, while the 24 city and 30 highway ratings let you tailor expectations to your routine. The EPA’s $2600 annual fuel-cost estimate makes it easier to plan recurring expenses. Choose it when this drivetrain and compact format fit your driving, and weigh the city-heavy cost if most trips are urban.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 26 MPG
- City MPG
- 24 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 342 g per mile
- Model year
- 2001
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.0 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2001 Plymouth Neon’s combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 26 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
It is rated at 24 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA lists annual fuel cost at $2600.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 2.0 L four-cylinder gasoline engine with a five-speed manual transmission.
Is the 2001 Neon front-wheel drive?
Yes. The Neon uses front-wheel drive.
What class of car is it?
The EPA classifies it as a compact car.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its listed tailpipe output is 341.81 grams of CO2 per mile.