1994 Geo Metro XFi review from North America
"Greatest combination of economy and versatility"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Original headlamps burned out after only 3 1/2 years; I have not replaced the lamps since.
Exterior trim at the base of both door windows have de-laminated.
Buzzes and rattles started developing within 25,000 miles.
General comments?
This car is so low-maintenance that I have just replaced the battery and exhaust pipe for the first time after owning the car almost 10 years.
Mileage is low for its age (93k) but still on original brakes.
Fuel economy is nothing short of phenomenal: 57 mpg in combined urban driving. Ability to carry people or stuff belies its size.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.0L 3-cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 93 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 2nd June, 2004 |