1998 Dodge Neon towing capacity
The 1998 Dodge Neon is published in 4 configurations with a tow rating of 1,000 lb (very light towing only).
The table below lists every trim of the 1998 Dodge Neon with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highline Sedan 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 132 | 129 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,399 | — |
| Competition Sedan 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 132 | 129 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,399 | — |
| Competition Coupe 2D | 4-Cyl, DOHC, 2.0 Liter | 150 | 133 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,389 | — |
| Highline Coupe 2D | 4-Cyl, DOHC, 2.0 Liter | 150 | 133 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,389 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1997
The 1997 Dodge Neon carried a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb. The 1998 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 1997 Dodge Neon page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1998 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 1998 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1998 Dodge 3500 Pickup 4x2 | 14,300 |
| 1998 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 14,200 |
| 1998 Dodge RAM 2500 | 14,200 |
| 1998 Dodge 2500 Pickup 4x2 Club Cab Diesel | 14,000 |
| 1998 Dodge RAM 3500 Quad CAB | 13,800 |
| 1998 Dodge RAM 3500 | 13,800 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.