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Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic
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Chevrolet Prizm:
The Geo Prizm, later called the Chevrolet Prizm, were compact cars that were rebadged versions of the Toyota Sprinter, a vehicle that the Japanese automaker Toyota never directly sold in the North American market. The Sprinter itself was derived from the Toyota Corolla. The Prizm was marketed under the Geo nameplate until it was discontinued after the 1997 model year. After that, the vehicle was marketed under the Chevrolet nameplate. General Motors referred to this and other Toyota Corolla-derived vehicles as the GM S platform. The cars were produced from 1988 to 2001 alongside the Corolla at NUMMI, an assembly plant operated as a joint venture of GM and Toyota. The Prizm was sold exclusively in the United States and succeeded the 1985–1988 Chevrolet Nova, which was also derived from the Sprinter and produced at NUMMI....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Prizm Overview:
Chevrolet Prizm (Prizm). With 165 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Chevrolet Prizm itself was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, its platform twin, the 1998 Toyota Corolla (E110 generation), received 3 stars for adult occupant protection, indicating adequate safety for its era.
1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers sufficient power for everyday tasks, prioritizing comfort and ease of driving over spirited performance.
Fuel Economy
Expected to deliver reasonable fuel economy, though likely slightly less efficient than its manual counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Toyota-derived reliability
- • Excellent fuel economy across the lineup
- • Low maintenance costs and readily available parts
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Affordable purchase price and strong resale value
Cons:
- • Uninspired and conservative exterior styling
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Limited advanced features compared to some rivals
- • Not particularly engaging or sporty to drive
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Prizm |
| Generation: | Prizm |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i 16V (122 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 165 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LV6 |
| Engine displacement: | 1794 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.9 kg/Hp, 111.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 151.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 340 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4430 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1360 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2465 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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