1993 Geo Prizm Review
Price Estimate: $2,684 - $4,472
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What’s new
Totally redesigned and available in base or LSi trim in just a sedan configuration. A driver airbag is standard. ABS is available. Still based on Toyota Corolla design. Standard engine is a 108-horsepower, 1.6-liter, DOHC engine. Available on LSi models is a twin-cam 1.8-liter engine making 115 horsepower.
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$147/mo for Prizm LSi
Prizm LSi
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$164/mo
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Geo Prizm Owner Reviews
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A great reliable car
5 out of 5 starsgreat car, 11/30/2007
1993 Geo Prizm LSi 4dr Sedan
I purchased my Prizm (1.8L 5speed) with 79,000 miles on it. I'm writing this review because it finally died. I have 244,500 miles on it and the engine still runs like new. Transmission just went out so going to retire this car. This car has never had anything but expected things needed to it (brakes, starter, etc.). This many miles and everything was still working, power windows, locks, … sunroof, the air conditon. I would recommend this car to anybody.
one of the best cars
3.63 out of 5 starsKortan Kukrer, 09/17/2002
1993 Geo Prizm LSi 4dr Sedan
I bought this car from dealer at july
2001 with 51.000 miles. Now the engine
has 140.000 miles. (I`m a courier. I
drive 70 k miles a year) In this period
I got the belts and brake pads changed.
My car is 5 speed. I never had a
automatic. I hate the automatics. The
clutch is still original not in very
bad condition. The only problem
happened was alternator. I use …
synthetic mobil 1 oil ever 3.000 miles.
There is no leak at the engine. Engine
runs just perfect. I still can not
believe how a car can be this perfect.
I recommend this car to everybody. It
is a reliable car.
Got a Good Deal
3.88 out of 5 starsprizm_SF, 03/14/2007
1993 Geo Prizm LSi 4dr Sedan
I bought my LSi used. It was two years old, but only had about 12k on it. It rides similar to a '92 Corolla, but perhaps with stiffer suspension. Interior is a little cheaper and less practical than a Corolla, but heck for $10k, I have AC, sunroof with tilt that the Corolla LE didn't have, power windows. Engine has been very reliable. It is March 07 and the engine is still fairly quiet … when idling and it accelerates fairly smoothly. I did have some electrical issues - power windows malf, radio/clock lite out, speedometer busted, alternator. But it still runs confidently with minimum maintenance. If I only had $1,000 to buy a reliable used car, this would be a killer deal.
Reliable, Durable, and Cheap!
4 out of 5 starsgolfingirl, 09/02/2010
1993 Geo Prizm 4dr Sedan
I never thought I would like this car, after having a Mercedes-Benz prior to this one. I have to say, I am pleasantly surprised. I have nothing but good things to say about it. I have had the car for a year and a half and have never had to do a single repair! I drive it everyday, and I fill up my gas tank about once every three weeks, for about $28 bucks. Can't beat that! I drive it on … dirt roads and tote my German shepherd in the back. Nothing phases this car!
1993 Prizm Highlights
LSi
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $147/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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