The Plymouth Neon was Chrysler Corporation’s compact car offering in the 1990s, positioned as a practical but sporty alternative to imports like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. It was the last small car to carry the Plymouth name before the brand was discontinued.
- Years Produced (Plymouth version): 1994–2001
- Platform: Chrysler PL platform (shared with Dodge Neon, Chrysler Neon in some markets)
- Body Styles: 2-door sedan and 4-door sedan
First Generation (1994–1999)
- Launched in January 1994 as a 1995 model.
- Notable for its “Hi” commercial slogan and cheerful styling with big round headlights.
- Trim levels: Base, Highline, and Expresso (later).
- Engines:
- 2.0L SOHC 4-cylinder, 132 hp
- 2.0L DOHC 4-cylinder, 150 hp
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic.
- Known for quick acceleration compared to rivals, especially with the DOHC engine.
- Dodge and Plymouth versions were nearly identical except for badging.
It was Plymouth’s last compact car, and one of the brand’s final models before Chrysler retired Plymouth in 2001.
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