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Dodge Neon 2nd Generation (incl. SRT-4)

2000–2005 · sedan

The second-generation Neon (2000-2005) lost the cute-coupe option and went sedan-only, but it gained one of the great budget enthusiast cars of the era: the SRT-4. From 2003 to 2005 the SRT-4 paired a turbocharged 2.4L four-cylinder making 215-230 hp with a 5-speed manual driving the front wheels, all for around twenty grand new. The base 2.0L cars are unremarkable; the SRT-4 has a devoted following. The Neon nameplate was retired in North America after 2005 in favor of the Caliber.

Watch out: On the base 2.0L cars, owner reports of head-gasket failures continue from the first generation. On the SRT-4 specifically, the third gear in the T850 manual is known to be a weak link under heavy boost; many tuned cars have had a transmission rebuild. Boost leaks and intercooler piping issues are common on modified examples and worth checking on any used SRT-4.