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Plymouth Neon MPG
EPA fuel economy for 14 Plymouth Neon trims sold from 1995 to 2001. Best ever: 29 MPG (1998 Neon). Latest model year 2001: 24 to 26 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Plymouth 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 2001 Plymouth Neon to fuel is the Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
| 2001 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 26 | $2,400 | cheapest |
| Neon | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 3-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | +$200 |
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.
Plymouth Neon MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Plymouth Neon trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2001 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Toyota Prius | 41 | 42 | 41 |
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2001 Volkswagen Jetta | 38 | 35 | 44 |
| 2001 Toyota Echo | 32 | 29 | 37 |
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 31 | 27 | 37 |
| 2001 Honda Civic | 31 | 28 | 35 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Plymouth Neon?
The most efficient Plymouth Neon the EPA has rated is the 1998 Neon at 29 MPG combined (25 city, 37 highway).
What MPG does the 2001 Plymouth Neon get?
2001 Plymouth Neon trims range from 24 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Plymouth Neon has the worst fuel economy?
The 2001 Neon is the lowest rated at 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Plymouth Neon for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2001 Plymouth Neon to fuel is the Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (26 MPG) at $2,400 a year. The Neon, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) costs $2,600, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
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