1990 Geo MetroFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Subcompact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
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City
38
MPG
Highway
45
MPG
Combined
41
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
47.8MPG average+16.5% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 41 MPG · Owner reported avg: 47.8 MPG
Range: 47–49 MPG
Driving mix: City 20% / Highway 80%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 47.8 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 41 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
38
Hwy
45
Comb
41
Fuel cost: $1,650/yr
Automatic 3-spd
Regular
City
31
Hwy
36
Comb
33
Fuel cost: $2,050/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 38 | 45 | 41 | $1,650 |
| Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 31 | 36 | 33 | $2,050 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,650
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$3,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 217 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 7.3 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1L 3-cyl
- Transmission
- 3-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1L, 3-cylinder
- Induction Type
- Port Fuel Injection
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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Geo Metro MPG History
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