I recently bought a 1997 Geo Metro. I really just wanted this car due to the great gas mileage it gets. The 1997 Geo Metro gets around 40-45 miles per gallon.
This Geo Metro is not a powerhouse by any means. The 1.0 litre Suzuki motor is a 3 cylinder that puts out a whopping 55 hp. I look at this as a good thing though, I shouldn't receive any speeding tickets with this fine tuned machine.
To look at the engine compartment brings a smile to ones face. The engine is small and it looks like one person could lift it out of the car if they had to. I know the transaxle can easily be handled by one person. I helped a friend install a clutch one time in his Geo Metro.
Driving the car is fun also. The small hood that is has makes you feel like you really don't even have a front end. Luckily for me, this Geo Metro is a 5 speed manual transmission that allows it to pull out decent on a hill or intersection.
A Geo Metro is not known as roomy. Sitting up front is fine for anyone over 6 foot tall, but sitting in the back feels cramped. This is not the car for four people to take on a roadtrip or any long drive. It is fine for only two who are sitting up front.
The Geo Metro is great for handling and making any turn is a breeze due to the short wheel base.
For a great everyday runner that is good on gas and used for short trips, the Geo Metro is a great option for anyone looking for an economical solutions to commuting.
