Geo Prizm first generation

Geo Prizm first generation
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The Geo Prizm first generation (1989–1992): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States.

Model codes: E90, AE92 · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,336 mm
Width–1,656 mm
Height–1,331 mm
Wheelbase–2,431 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)481 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)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)

133 complaints for model years 1990–1992. 12 crashes · 4 fires · 10 injuries

  • Body and structure 32
  • Engine 28

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 7 versions of the Geo Prizm first generation

United States 7 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1990–1992(4A-FE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1991–1992(4A-GE) (FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1991–1992(4A-GE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1990–1992(4A-FE) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA205–212 g/km
1990(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1989–1990(FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
1989(FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 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.