1998 Plymouth Neon
US · Compact Cars
The 1998 Plymouth Neon is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
99V001000: STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SUSPENSION CROSSMEMBER MAY BE MISSING SPOT WELDS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ANY MISSING WELDS, AND WILL HAVE STRUCTURAL RIVETS INSTALLED IN PLACE OF THE MISSING WELDS.
Reported January 7, 1999. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1997 Plymouth Neon
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) - 1999 Plymouth Neon
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Plymouth Neon have?
2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Plymouth Neon?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Plymouth Neon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Plymouth Neon?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.