Dodge Neon MPG
EPA fuel economy for 16 Dodge Neon trims sold from 1995 to 2002. Best ever: 29 MPG (1998 Neon). Latest model year 2002: 24 to 27 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Dodge Neon fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2002 Dodge Neon to fuel is the Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (27 MPG) at $2,310 a year. The Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $290 a year and $1,450 over five years.
| 2002 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | $2,310 | cheapest |
| Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | +$290 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Dodge Neon MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 27 | 24 | 31 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 2001 | 26 | 24 | 30 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 2000 | 27 | 24 | 31 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1999 | 28 | 24 | 36 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1998 | 29 | 25 | 37 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1997 | 29 | 25 | 35 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1996 | 28 | 24 | 35 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
| 1995 | 28 | 25 | 34 | Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 2 |
Every Dodge Neon trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 31 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2002 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2001 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 30 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
| 2001 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2000 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 31 | 27 | 329 | $2,310 |
| 2000 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1999 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 36 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1999 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1998 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 37 | 29 | 306 | $2,150 |
| 1998 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 1997 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 35 | 29 | 306 | $2,150 |
| 1997 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 1996 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | 35 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1996 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 | 355 | $2,500 |
| 1995 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 1995 | Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 | 342 | $2,400 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2002 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Toyota Prius | 41 | 42 | 41 |
| 2002 Volkswagen Golf | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2002 Volkswagen Jetta | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2002 Toyota Echo | 32 | 29 | 37 |
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 31 | 27 | 37 |
| 2002 Honda Civic | 31 | 28 | 36 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Dodge Neon?
The most efficient Dodge Neon the EPA has rated is the 1998 Neon at 29 MPG combined (25 city, 37 highway).
What MPG does the 2002 Dodge Neon get?
2002 Dodge Neon trims range from 24 to 27 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Dodge Neon has the worst fuel economy?
The 2002 Neon is the lowest rated at 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Dodge Neon for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2002 Dodge Neon to fuel is the Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (27 MPG) at $2,310 a year. The Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $290 a year and $1,450 over five years.
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