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Geo Metro Sedan 1.3 (70 Hp)
Overall Rating
Geo Metro:
The Geo Metro was a variation of the Suzuki Cultus available in North America from 1989 through 2001 as a joint effort of General Motors and Suzuki. In the US, the Metro carried a Geo nameplate from 1989 through 1997, and a Chevrolet nameplate from 1998 to 2001. It evolved with the Cultus and its siblings over 13 years, three generations and four body styles: three-door hatchback, four-door sedan, five-door hatchback and two-door convertible—and was ultimately replaced in the General Motors lineup by a family of vehicles based on the Daewoo Kalos, the Chevrolet Aveo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan Overview:
Geo Metro (Sedan). With 100 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 826 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1995 Geo Metro Sedan was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a compact car from the mid-90s, its safety features would be considered basic by modern standards, focusing on fundamental passive safety elements.
1.3 (70 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for its lightweight chassis, excelling in urban environments but feeling strained on highways.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel economy, making it one of the most efficient vehicles of its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel economy (5.8 l/100 km)
- • Very low running and maintenance costs
- • Compact and easy to maneuver in city traffic
- • Known for its simplicity and reliability
Cons:
- • Limited power, especially for highway driving
- • Basic interior and comfort features
- • Minimalist safety features by modern standards
- • Small cargo capacity for a sedan
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Metro: 1989 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Geo |
| Model: | Metro |
| Generation: | Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (70 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 53.9 Hp/l [371mm more] |
| Torque: | 100 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1298 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 121.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 826 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4166 mm mm [371mm more] |
| Width: | 1590 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1407 mm mm [17mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 125/80 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring-loaded rack |
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