Geo Metro second generation
The Geo Metro second generation (1995–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.
Sold in: United States and Canada
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) | 227 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,294–2,520 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)
260 complaints for model years 1995–1997. 85 crashes · 7 fires · 75 injuries · 1 death
- Airbags 65
- Engine 22
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 6 versions of the Geo Metro second generation
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997(FFS), SIL | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100 km) EPA | 138 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 1.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS), SIL | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 35 MPG (6.7 L/100 km) EPA | 158 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Subcompact | 1.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 136 g/km |
| 1995–1997Subcompact | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 156 g/km |
| 1995–1997Subcompact | 1.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 8.3–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 191–193 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.