1993 Geo Metro review from North America
"There's nothing better for fuel economy and reliability"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing but expected maintenance.
New exhaust at 140,000 kilometres.
Timing belt at 150,000 kilometres.
New brakes last month.
I replaced the alternator last year.
Very few problems for 6 years of ownership.
General comments?
Teamed with a manual transmission, it's amazing how quick the little car is, considering the size of the engine. It accelerates quickly enough due to the light weight and can cruise comfortably at 140 km per hour. Though it really strains on steep hills.
Though mostly considered a city car I have taken it on many road trips including a drive from Vancouver to Montreal & back, and it handled beautifully.
It has always been reliable, I changed the oil every 5,000 km and still get 6 litres per 100km. (sorry don't know it in mpg)
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0 3 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 60600 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 165000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Colt |
| Date of Entry | 26th August, 2001 |