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Geo · model year 1997
1997 Geo Metro
Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
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The 1997 Geo Metro is a gasoline-powered subcompact car with front-wheel drive. It has a 1.0 L three-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 37 MPG in city driving and 44 MPG on the highway, adding up to 40 MPG combined. The listed annual EPA fuel cost is $1,700, and tailpipe CO2 is 222.18 grams per mile. The Metro uses the same name for its family and base model. These fuel-use and emissions figures, together with its engine and drivetrain details, give buyers practical points for comparing this subcompact with other options.
Good to know
- 40 MPG combined
- 44 MPG highway
- Annual EPA fuel cost is $1,700
- Front-wheel drive
Watch for
- 37 MPG city
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Tailpipe CO2 is 222.18 grams per mile
Who it suits. It may suit buyers looking for a gasoline subcompact with front-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its listed MPG and annual EPA fuel cost are useful when comparing fuel-related running costs.
The 1997 Geo Metro pairs a 1.0 L three-cylinder gasoline engine with front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual. Its listed combined fuel economy is 40 MPG, with an annual EPA fuel cost of $1,700.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 40 MPG
- City MPG
- 37 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 44 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,700
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 222 g per mile
- Model year
- 1997
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.0 L 3-cyl
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
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