Why is the third gear on a neon so high? Mine goes from 30 mph to 95 why is this

Wow you have just helped me out alot.Do u have a sohc or dohc.My friend has a corolla it can do the same exact thing its the gear ratios

Chrysler used only 3 gear trannys to under cut other compact competitors on price (no overdrive). The 3 speed tranny in Neons is a derivative of the famously strong 727 torque flight version used in 1960's - 1970's Mopar muscle cars (ex. Road Runners & Cudas). The 3rd gear is pretty good in that is keeps your RPM's high and close to the HP/Torque sweet spot on the highway (good for passing). I suggest using synthetic motor oil due to the high rpm's.

Gear Ratios
1st 2.69
2nd 1.55
3rd 1.00

that is great information considering my friend has an auto but mine is a five speed which is what i was referring to