What is the Geo Spectrum?
The Geo Spectrum was a compact passenger car sold in the United States. Geo was General Motors’ compact-car marque, marketed through Chevrolet, with cars developed alongside Japanese manufacturers. The Spectrum carried a name previously used on a Chevrolet model.
The Geo Spectrum was related to the Isuzu I-Mark, part of the Isuzu Gemini family. It was a conventional small car in Geo’s range, with compact proportions suited to everyday travel.
Generations, engine and power
The Geo Spectrum was offered in the United States for the 1989 model year, with a 1.5 L petrol engine across two versions.
How economical is the Geo Spectrum?
For the 1989 United States versions, the best combined fuel economy rating was 33 MPG under the EPA test procedure, equivalent to 7.1 L/100 km. EPA results use a different test from European WLTP or NEDC ratings and Canada’s 5-cycle procedure, so figures across these markets are not directly equivalent.
Where was the Geo Spectrum sold?
The Geo-badged Spectrum was sold in the United States for the 1989 model year. Related cars were sold under other names in other markets.
Questions and answers
What year was the Geo Spectrum sold?
The Geo Spectrum was sold in the United States for the 1989 model year.
What engine did the Geo Spectrum use?
It had a 1.5 L petrol engine.
What was the Geo Spectrum’s best EPA fuel economy?
Its best combined rating was 33 MPG, equivalent to 7.1 L/100 km.
Was the Geo Spectrum sold as a Geo in Canada?
The Geo-badged Spectrum was sold in the United States; related cars used other names in other markets.