Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Good city car, some disappointments - 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
  By MTodd - May 5 - 5:40 pm

  I have a 97 Prizm that I really like, so I bought an 01 Prizm for my wife. Personally, I think they started to cheap out the newer models. My 97 with 112,000 miles on it feels, looks and drives better than my wifes 01 (with 62,000 miles), not to mention being more reliable. Since I got the 01, Ive had to put in new MAF and O2 sensors and had vibration issues with the tires. Now the charcoal canister has gone out for another $385. Ive been very disappointed after my great experience with the 97. In all fairness to GM/Toyota, it seems like the previous owner really beat up on the car, which may explain some of the repair issues.

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  Great car for the money - 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
  By Edunn3202006 - April 27 - 4:31 pm

  I needed a car that was fuel efficient, low maintenance, and most importantly, reliable. After almost 2 years of ownership my Prizm has proven to be all three things! I was initially a little concerned because the mileage was a little high when I bought it (100k), but Im at 114K and can say Ive never experienced any problems with this car. It is a great value for the money.

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  Excellent & reliable car * low cost ownership - 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
  By jon lawrence - February 8 - 11:52 am

  Exterior in good condition * paint is starting to thin out * interior has minor problems esp with interior plastic trim above windows * not available * Cup holders weak as are the plastic door knobs * 2 lights on console out * expensive to replace * I use it for short trips * performs well * overall Prizm is a low cost car to own 96,000 easy miles... Im 87 years old so I find entering / exiting Prizm requires physical yoga. Designers were remiss when it came to the "soft" parts like upholstery / plastic / headliner / etc. Dome light on / off for years warranty guys couldnt ensure its operation.

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  Good For Average Driver - 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
  By dude - March 7 - 6:40 pm

  This may be a problem with just my 02 Prizm, but when traveling at speeds above 65 mph the steering wheel begins to have an annoying vibration. Ive tried several things to fix it, but it stays there, but other than that its great. It gets around 31 mpg on the highway, and is perfect for begining drivers. I would recomend it to anyone, but make sure you test it good first before you buy it.

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  Great Little Sedan - 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
  By Kaysea - January 17 - 9:26 am

  This is a great family car, with enough room for Mom, Dad, and a couple of kids. Came with front dual airbags and there are rear seatbelts with shoulder straps and a special hook-up for an infant carseat. Makes me feel pretty safe. There is plenty of leg room for the average person and a good size trunk for lots of stuff. I find that the car handles very well and is fun to drive on the highway. It has real good pick-up. I like this car and friends that have driven my car have loved it too!!

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  Prizm is a Great Value - 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
  By Virgoman0 - December 28 - 6:28 pm

  I bought my Prizm in Nov of 2001. I really have enjoyed this car a lot. It has given me excellent fuel economy and the handling has been very good. I have had no mechanical problems of any kind. As far a dependable transportation goes this car is it. Period!!

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  I miss the older Prism - 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
  By gudly - December 19 - 11:52 am

  I had a 94 and loved it. No problems, absolute dream even when traded it in with 182,000 miles on it because I needed a truck. My wife needed a car so we picked up another Prizm. This time a 98. The engine very good.300 Ride quality is wonderful. But It is far more cramped than the previous model and a lot of the plastic brakes easily Weve replaced the driver side door handle 3 times. Weve also replaced the starter already. But it gets us where we want to go, and it is very cheap to operate. Love the gas mileage

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  Super Reliable - 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
  By Michael MacLeod - November 24 - 4:35 pm

  Purchased 2 months ago with 186K (one owner) on it, but youd never know it. Body replaced head cover gasket, rear brakes & p.s. hoses. It runs great, gets 24-27 city. No trips yet but expect 35+. Im 6-3" and 270#, so its a bit cramped to get in (wish it was higher off ground) but comfortable once inside. Plenty of head and leg room - I can actually stretch my left leg (bad knee) all the way out!! (No can do on 80% of other cars.) Radio speaker blocked by my leg. Plenty of pickup for my needs, GEO Prizms have 1.6L not 1.8L, you can really tell the difference, and with better MPG! (29-36 EPA) Auto trans. shifts very smoothly. Only thing not working is dome light - I must do manually

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  A first year release? - 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
  By GoldSilver - October 8 - 3:37 am

  Needed a car, couldnt pass up the $5k rebates for the last model year. Ordered silver, surprised me with red (changes colors in different light) :) Overall its been a dependable fuel efficient car. Great hwy car and efficiency. Invokes little passion but does its job well. Oil changes and maintenance are a snap - 1st winter - engine hammered at startup- found out local chain was putting in 10w-30, now I chnge it and use 5w-30, makes a big diff! Powertrain still feels bulletproof, but trim (interior door panels, carpet, paint) seem decontented compared to past 2 Prizms - hopefully Toyota has reversed this - feels like a 1st yr release because of it - no real problems to report at 40k.

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  Hidden Corolla - 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
  By stephen hill - August 26 - 2:04 pm

  Excellent value for a run-about/commuter. It is like other Toyotas, reliable, but hardly inspiring. Going with a 5 speed manual helps, some.