Geo Metro first generation
The Geo Metro first generation (1989–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States.
Model codes: SF310, SF413 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,795–4,166 mm |
| Width | – | 1,590 mm |
| Height | – | 1,389–1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,365 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 283 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,237–2,322 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
288 complaints for model years 1989–1994. 33 crashes · 3 fires · 48 injuries · 2 deaths
- Locks and latches 53
- Seat belts 47
- Body and structure 22
- Engine 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Geo Metro first generation
United States 9 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1994(FFS) | 1.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 30–34 MPG (6.9–7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 162–184 g/km |
| 1991–1994(FFS), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 37–41 MPG (5.7–6.4 L/100 km) EPA | 135–149 g/km |
| 1989–1994(FFS) (SPFI), SIL · (FFS), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 47 MPG (5.0 L/100 km) EPA | 117 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS) (SPFI) · (FFS) | 1.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 167 g/km |
| 1990–1991(FFS) (SPFI) · (FFS) | 1.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 184 g/km |
| 1990–1991(FFS) (SPFI), SIL · (FFS), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100 km) EPA | 149 g/km |
| 1990(FFS) (SPFI), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA | 138 g/km |
| 1989–1990(FFS), SIL · (FFS) (SPFI), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 41 MPG (5.7 L/100 km) EPA | 135 g/km |
| 1990(FFS) (SPFI) | 1.0 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 167 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.