Geo Storm first generation

Geo Storm first generation
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The Geo Storm first generation (1990–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States.

Model codes: GM R · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,150–4,166 mm
Width–1,694 mm
Height–1,298 mm
Wheelbase–2,451 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,035 kg
Seats and space
Boot space–311 L
Luggage space (EPA)311–340 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,209–2,350 L EPA–
Performance
Torque–150–160 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, fr, ja, pl), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

267 complaints for model years 1990–1993. 57 crashes · 3 fires · 46 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Electrical system 59
  • Engine 47
  • Airbags 45
  • Speed control 34

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 8 versions of the Geo Storm first generation

United States 8 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
1990–1993(SOHC) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
1990–1993(SOHC) (FFS), SIL1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA190–197 g/km
1992–1993(FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · (DOHC) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1992–1993(FFS) · (DOHC) (FFS)1.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1991–1992(SOHC) (FFS) · (FFS)1.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1991–1992(SOHC) (FFS), SIL · (FFS), SIL1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
1990–1991(DOHC) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP1.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1990–1991(DOHC) (FFS)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA212–221 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.