Sporty GSi models added to lineup, powered by a 115-horsepower version of standard DOHC 1.6-liter engine. GSi trim adds body-color bumpers, power steering, four-wheel disc brakes and a tachometer.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Geo Prizm GSi 4dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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$181/mo

$183/mo

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Take care of it and it will last a long time.

carol97, 03/01/2014

1990 Geo Prizm 4dr Hatchback

I bought this car used in 2012. It was in bad shape when I got it due to prior owners neglect. I put a lot of work into it a little at a time. I wanted an older car I could fix up. New windshield, new brakes, new thermostat (wasn't heating up the interior of car). interior door knobs, new battery, new starter, new serpentine belt, the radiator hose had a leak but I got that fixed right …

Still driving my 1990 Geo Prizm

Wayne Trail, 09/13/2018

1990 Geo Prizm 4dr Sedan

Here it is 2018 and the car is still going strong. Never stranded me. 238000 miles. (To the Moon!) The Edmunds menu below only goes back to 1990. I bought the car in October of 1989. **it is 2020 and Edmunds sent me a message to update my review. I am still driving my little Geo Prizm and I still love it. **2021 and still going. I've been driving it for more than half my …

MOST RELIABLE FOR THAT LAST 11 YEARS

Prizman, 05/01/2002

1990 Geo Prizm 4dr Sedan

I purchased this car new in 1990. FOr the last 11 years, it has been the most reliable car I have seen. Eleven years later, it has 245675 miles and still going strong, original clutch, roginal transmission!!! I sure got my money's worth out of this car. I am sure I will get 300Kmi with no problems.

reliable for 12 years in northeast cold

beanpotm, 07/12/2002

1990 Geo Prizm GSi 4dr Hatchback

bought this geo prism in 1990, new and have had wonderful luck with it. I am a petite female and I have always found it was extremely comfortable to drive. Still very responsive. I have 111,000 miles, and it was never garaged throughout some tough winters. I now have a little rust underneath panel, still running great.It has never broken down or been in accident

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1990 Prizm Highlights

Type:

Hatchback

Trim:

GSi

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$181/month
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.3 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver3 / 5
Passenger2 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
0
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Geo Prizm GSi 4dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Take care of it and it will last a long time.

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MOST RELIABLE FOR THAT LAST 11 YEARS

reliable for 12 years in northeast cold

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1990 Geo Prizm GSi 4dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

Most helpful consumer reviews

Take care of it and it will last a long time.

Still driving my 1990 Geo Prizm

MOST RELIABLE FOR THAT LAST 11 YEARS

reliable for 12 years in northeast cold

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 1990 Geo Prizm GSi 4dr Hatchback and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}