This article is wrong, when it says this is the next Neon, however it is a new crossover SUV from Dodge, due out next year!

Carrying styling cues over from the 2003 Dodge Avenger Concept, and built on the upcoming Mitsubishi GS (Lancer) platform, the Neon replacement is expected to arrive in late 2005, just in time for the 2006 model year.

Codenamed PM49, this five-door hatchback will share its platform with several other vehicles in the DCX family. Two car-based SUVs based off this platform are expected to make it to production, one from Dodge and one from Jeep. Both will likely be powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive will be offered as an option on all three of these vehicles. The next-generation PT Cruiser will also be riding on this platform, as well as the next Mitsubishi Outlander (which is expected to offer a V-6 option).

Currently the Jeep version is expected to be called "Scout" and the Neon replacement, as shown here, was originally believed to be called the D80, but sources are now telling us that other names are under serious consideration.

The powerplants expected will be built inDundee, Mich., and are part of a Hyundai-DaimlerChrysler-Mitsubishi four-cylinder joint-venture. The Neon replacement, as well as the Dodge and Jeep models, will be built in Belvidere, Ill. There is speculation that assembly of the next generation PT Cruiser may also be in Belvidere.

Other future DCX vehicles on this platform include the next generation Dodge Stratus Sedan and Chrysler's Sebring Sedan and Convertible, although the coupe versions of these cars will be discontinued. Both the Stratus and Sebring will likely arrive for the 2007 model year and will be built in Sterling Heights, Mich.

We believe this all new hatchback (we're careful not to use the outgoing Neon name) will be introduced during the 2005 auto show circuit, but to our knowledge it is NOT currently scheduled to be unveiled at the NAIAS.

Source: The Car Connection

redriderbob

EDIT - Had to remove the pics per Chris Doane.

 

2003 Dodge Avenger Concept:

Here is the article I wrote about the new crossover from Dodge... Return of the Aspen?...

https://dodgeforum.com/m_106883/tm.htm

redriderbob

 

Also quick note... look at the grille through the camo... you can see Avenger Concept styling! Also NOTE: The new crossover shares its rim design w/ the Avenger Concept:

redriderbob

EDIT - Removed per Chris Doane's request

 

No it isnt the new neon, that car is over. The story says this is the car *replacing* the neon in the line up, not the 2006 neon.

 

Dodge Avenger Concept Information...



The Concept:
The design thesis: merge European rallye car performance and style with some of the convenience and capability of the American sport-utility vehicle. The result: the Dodge Avenger concept. The Adrenaline Red Pearl-colored Avenger, unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, gives American drivers the rallye car style and performance usually seen only in video games. This high-tech passion and performance is packaged in a real-life vehicle that is robust and capable enough to get occupants into their own adventures far removed from the video screen.



Specs:
Engine: 3.5-liter V6
Transmission: A604 automatic transmission
Drive: All-Wheel Drive



Dimensions:
Overall Length: 187.2 inches (4,754 mm)
Overall Width: 72.3 inches (1,836 mm)
Overall Height: 63.6 inches (1,616 mm)
Track: Front -- 61.2 inches (1,554 mm); Rear -- 61.2 inches (1,554 mm)
Tires: Front -- 265/55R20-inch; Rear -- 295/50R20-inch
Wheel Size: Front -- 20 inches x 9 inches, outer diameter -- 31.5 inches; Rear -- 20 inches x 10 inches, outer diameter -- 31.6 inches

DaimlerChrysler Media

redriderbob

 

Who the f*ck is Chris Doane. what makes him so special that u have to edit the post. i want to see those photos.

 

The photos are right here. You just can't host or hotlink copyrighted images.

http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?n=178&sid=178

 

Personally, if they build it and it really looks like the concept, then it would be a great move. I think it's a very good looking vehicle.

 

What your mouth PLEASE, that was unneccessary... he OWNS the pictures, he took them.

~Amanda

 

personally, i think the fact that you cant display a picture that some loser took on a webpage is ridiculous.
with that said...does anyone know the liklihood of this being built??