The Chevrolet Metro
The Chevrolet Metro was a subcompact car produced by General Motors. It was available from 1998 through 2001 under the Chevrolet brand, following the Geo brand’s dissolution.
Manufacturer
The Geo Metro, which was later rebranded as the Chevrolet Metro, was a product of a collaboration between General Motors and Suzuki. The Metro was built for General Motors by Suzuki, and it was marketed as a Geo by Chevrolet dealers.
Conclusion
The Chevrolet Metro was a subcompact car produced by General Motors, initially under the Geo brand and later as the Chevrolet Metro. It was known for its exceptional fuel economy and was a popular choice for commuters on a budget or families looking for a low-cost second car.
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Was Geo made by Toyota?
Geo models were manufactured by GM in joint ventures with three Japanese automakers: Toyota, Isuzu, and Suzuki.
Who made the Metro cars?
British Leyland
Austin Metro | |
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Manufacturer | British Leyland (1980–1986) Rover Group (1986–1998) |
Also called | Austin mini Metro MG Metro Rover Metro Rover 100 |
Production | 1980–1998 2,078,218 produced |
Body and chassis |
What is the Chevy version of the Geo Metro?
Most people remember the Metro model with a Geo badge, but it wore the Chevrolet bowtie from 1998 to 2001. Although a convertible model was available, the vast majority were sedans or hatchbacks, because this car was all about economy.
Who makes the car Metro?
Suzuki
The Metro was made by Suzuki and sold at Chevrolet dealerships. The Metro was the twin car of the similar Suzuki Cultus, with only minor differences in grilles and interior.
Why was Geo discontinued?
When Isuzu ceased building passenger cars in 1993 due to the effects of the crash of the Japanese Bubble Economy, the Isuzu-made Geo Storm was also discontinued with them. Geo offered no sport coupe replacement for the Storm before the brand was folded into Chevrolet after 1997.
Where are metro cars made?
LOS Angeles Metro has received the first of its new fleet of HR4000 trains built by CRRC and assembled at the Chinese supplier’s plant in Springfield, Massachusetts.
How many metros were made?
Over two million Metros and Rover 100s were built. At launch in 1980 the basic 1.0 model was priced at £3,095.
What engine does Metro use?
The metro train, a normal train, even the electric cars and even the bullet train or any other high speed train uses a three phase induction motor.
What is a Metro vehicle?
Metro vehicle means a Metro bus, train, car, or other vehicle owned, operated, or used by Metro or its contract service providers transporting Metro representatives or patrons.
Who manufactured the Geo Metro?
Geo models were manufactured by GM in joint ventures with three Japanese automakers. The Prizm was produced at the GM/Toyota joint-venture NUMMI assembly plant in Fremont, California, and the Metro and Tracker were produced at the GM/Suzuki joint-venture CAMI assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ontario.