2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro: Road Test
2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro
- MSRP: $9,235 - $10,660
- Invoice: $8,699 - $9,935
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Our road test for the 2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro help you decide if a 2000 Geo/Chevrolet Metro is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 2 | 3.7 |
Three-cylinder Metros are grossly underpowered and 4-cylinder models work hard to keep up with traffic.
FUEL ECONOMY
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 9 | 7 | 6.6 |
Our 25.8-mpg average in city and suburban commuting with an automatic-transmission LSi 4-door wasn't great for a car sold on the promise of high fuel economy.
RIDE QUALITY
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 2 | 3.5 |
Metro's light weight and modest dimensions are evident in the way bumps jar the suspension and create kickback through the steering wheel.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 4.3 |
Metro is agile around town, but the skinny tires quickly run out of grip in high-speed turns.
QUIETNESS
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 3.6 |
Road noise is high, and there's lots of wind roar and mechanical ruckus.
CONTROLS
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 5.5 |
No gauges are obstructed and the dashboard puts controls where they're easy to see and reach.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 3 | 4.2 |
Adults have good leg room and surprisingly spacious head room. The seats are firm and have no excess padding.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2.8 |
Two children is the practical limit in the hatchback. The sedan accommodates medium-size adults. Rear seat entry and exit is difficult in both body styles.
CARGO ROOM
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 2 | 3.3 |
Cargo space is slightly better than average for cars in this class, but the sedan's trunk opening is small.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 4.2 |
Despite budget-grade interior trim and lots of hard plastic, the Metros we've tested were solidly put together and had better paint and detail workmanship than some costlier subcompacts. Still, Metro is worth considering only if low purchase price is a must. Even then, a larger, more substantial car--even a used one--is a smarter choice in the long run.
Total Score
| LSi | Base | LSi | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 30 | 27 | 41.7 |
Total Score: 30
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