New Car Overview of the 2005 Dodge Neon Compact Sedan

Description: Compact Sedan
Base MSRP Range: $13,615 - $20,650
Invoice Price Range: $12,750 - $19,150
Where built: USA

Dodge's compact-size sedan for 2005 comes in two versions -- a base SE edition and the value-packaged SXT. Both draw on a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine worth 132-hp.

The entry issue gets 14-inch wheel covers, bright highlights on the front grille and an audio kit with cassette deck and four speakers. Neon SXT adds power to drive mirrors and windows, air conditioning, a CD player and six speakers, remote keyless entry device and 15-inch aluminum wheels clad with all-season touring tires.

Options for SXT include a six disc CD changer, 15-inch aluminum wheels, 4-speed automatic transaxle and four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock brake system (ABS). Also, the new SRT Design package brings styling cues derived from SRT-4 with a bulging hood up front and foglamps in the front fascia, plus twin exhaust pipes and a spoiler at the tail.