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2002 Chevrolet Prizm Sedan

 
 
 
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Chevrolet Prizm Features and Specs

Features & Specs

  • Engine 1.8 L Inline 4-cylinder
  • Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
  • Transmission 5-speed Manual
  • Horse Power 125 hp @ 5800 rpm
  • Fuel Economy 27/37 mpg
  • Bluetooth No
  • Navigation No
  • Heated Seats No
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Review of the 2002 Chevrolet Prizm

  • It's got Japanese technology and build quality because, well ... it's a Japanese car with an American nameplate. Certainly a creative way to get patriotic types behind the wheel of a Toyota.

  • Safety

  • Pros

    Reliability, zippy powertrain when equipped with a manual transmission, optional side airbags.

  • Cons

    Ho-hum personality, ABS not standard, cramped rear seat, options force prices too high to remain a bargain.

  • What's New for 2002

    The Prizm remains unchanged for 2002.

 
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Customer Reviews

  Average Consumer Rating (45 total reviews)

Big disappointment

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Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Luckily I only paid $1350 for this thing. It had 107K miles when I got it and have noticed it to be burning a lot of oil. After further research it seems they burn oil after 100k miles. I guess that's why the previous owner got rid of it. I had Toyotas in the passed and though they were bullet proof. I guess I was wrong. I don't really know if I will junk this thing or tear into the engine and put a new set of ring in it. I am thinking I will keep it until next year when my sticker is due and then torch it and buy something else.



Oil eating monster

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Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Believe that comment about using a qt. of oil every 100 miles, it's true @ 120+ K mi. And with that, the mpg is only 20 mpg avg. May be OK for low mileage but Prizm engine is not long lasting .I put new seals and rings in, still burns oil and bad mpg. Can't see smoke unless you hold throttle 3/4 down for 6-10 seconds. ( This is a must before buying ! ) Do not buy with over 100 K. It may look like a Corolla, but engine doesn't last like one. I got robbed. Wouldn't recommend Prizm.


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Good car until it burns

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Vehicle: 2002 Chevrolet Prizm 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)

Let me start by saying this car has been reliable for most of its life. I bought it at 77,000 miles, and its still running at 191,000+. It is by no means a flashy vehicle, but when the engine ran at peak efficiency, it got close to 40 MPG and ran smoothly. But, at about the 130,000 mark, it started burning oil (1 quart every 1,000 miles or so). 60,000 miles later, it burns through about 1 quart every 50 miles. Further research via Google has shown that this is a common problem for the 2002 Prizms, and is related to narrow cylinders and bad seals. Keep this in mind if buying a Prizm from this final year of production. You'll be investing in lots of oil when it reaches a high mileage point.


 
 
 
Gas Mileage

EPA-Rated MPG

  • 27
  • cty
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  • 37
  • highway
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What's New for 2002

The Prizm remains unchanged for 2002.

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chiponium
chiponium
12-14-2010
Prizm High Mileage Club
Single owner of a 2002 Prizm - a most reliable car over the years. Currently just rolled over 260K and looking to take it on yet another road trip across the states....

anon70
anon70
06-21-2002
2002 Chevy Prizm Rated 40mpg. Why Am I Only Getting 32 Mpg On Highway?
I bought a new 2002 Chevy Prizm. it has 700 miles on it. on the sticker, it say 40mpg on highway....

capang9555
capang9555
07-03-2013
Chevrolet Prizm Drl
i have a 2002 chevrolet prizm. love it! :D it was my dads car (im 18) and now i share it with him. when he gets another car i will buy it off him... anyway. i know its a rebadged toyota corolla. and i...


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