Geo Prizm second generation

Geo Prizm second generation
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The Geo Prizm second generation (1993–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States.

Model codes: E100, AE101 · Sold in: United States

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,394 mm
Width–1,684 mm
Height–1,354 mm
Wheelbase–2,464 mm
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,379–2,492 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)

418 complaints for model years 1993–1997. 122 crashes · 14 fires · 118 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Airbags 141
  • Seat belts 72
  • Brakes 26

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 4 versions of the Geo Prizm second generation

United States 4 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
1993–1997(FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
1993–1997(FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26–29 MPG (8.1–9.0 L/100 km) EPA190–212 g/km
1993–1997(FFS)1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 g/km
1993–1997(FFS)1.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA197–205 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.