Why doesn the Neon have a four speed automatic?
Chrysler tested the Neon with a four speed unit from the JA series (Cirrus, Stratus, Breeze). However, overheating due to the tight engine compartment led to durability problems and the idea was dropped. Also, Chrysler’s marketing team does not feel that buyers are willing to pay a premium of several hundred dollars for a four speed automatic. Rumor has been confirmed that a four speed ATX will debut in the 2001 m/y. 2.8.
Chrysler tested the Neon with a four speed unit from the JA series (Cirrus, Stratus, Breeze). However, overheating due to the tight engine compartment led to durability problems and the idea was dropped. Also, Chrysler’s marketing team does not feel that buyers are willing to pay a premium of several hundred dollars for a four speed automatic. Rumor has been confirmed that a four speed ATX will debut in the 2001 m/y.
