Overview & Reviews

As the market for import automotive brands became dramatically larger in the late 1980s, the Detroit automobile companies created their own import-style sales divisions. In 1989 General Motors introduced its Geo division, which became the most successful of these attempts before the division was discontinued in 1998.

Geo re-badged various GM cars made for world markets. Its most notable success came with the Geo Prizm, a version of the Toyota Corolla then being built cooperatively in a California assembly plant by Toyota and GM. The Geo Metro compact car began life as the Suzuki Swift, while the Geo Tracker sport-utility vehicle was derived from the Suzuki Sidekick. The Geo Spectrum sedan was an Isuzu I-Mark and the Geo Storm coupe was an Isuzu Impulse.

The experiment ended because the Geo division was unable to establish a stronger identity than the brands from which its products were taken. Moreover, GM quickly realized that Geo was simply funneling its brand loyalists into the import brands of other companies.

User Reviews:

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  Get to know Geo! - 1992 Geo Metro
  By geodriver - February 1 - 2:00 am

  This was my first car. Ive had great fun driving it and fixing it up. Granted it was in disrepair when I got it, (due to previous owners failure to maintain) Ive had an excellent overall experience with it. One thing about this setup is that its super easy to work on. Everything in the engine compartment is right on top and easily accessible. Ive had it for almost 3 years now and the only drivetrain problems Ive had was with the water pump and starter. Leaks absolutely no oil. Its served me very well over the past few years and I expect it to last for years to come. As Chevy said, Get to know Geo. You wont regret it.

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  Not that bad, but could be better - 1992 Geo Metro
  By cysq - January 27 - 2:00 am

  This car is pretty fun to drive. It can be great on gas, but its a noisy bugger. The exhaust goes out every two years or so. Watchout if it is using antifreeze. If that goes out youll overheat the aluminum block, which basically shells the entire car. If you buy one, dont spend ANY MORE than $400, no matter how nice it runs/looks. If theres any problems, automatically drop your original offer price. If they decline, the cars price is way too high.

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  Long Hauler - 1997 Geo Metro
  By Kent Bellman - January 26 - 2:00 am

  This is the 3rd Geo I have had. I enjoy the excellent gas mileage and the peace of mind that I get when I start it up every day. I know it will always start for me and perform. I bought it used, to help off set the gas consumption of my 99 Silverado. It is easy to tune and oil change. I would recommend it to anyone needing a 2nd dependable car. The after market parts are very expensive.

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  Great first time car! - 1994 Geo Metro
  By peety - January 25 - 2:00 am

  My family has had this car for 6 years! Trust me, it has gone through a lot! After being used as a practice car for manual driving by my older sister, it was then passed down to me two years later. This car has helped teach many of my friends and my little brother how to drive clutch. It takes a lickin and keeps on a tickin!

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  great car - 1995 Geo Prizm
  By regina - January 24 - 2:00 am

  After owning my GEO for 5 years, I now have 143,000 miles on it and am just replacing the starter motor now - thats the only major thing except for replacing the brakes at 130,000 miles! I hope that my next car will be as great as this one. Im sorry to hear they are discontinuing it!

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  Little Truck that Could - 1995 Geo Tracker
  By rarauz - January 24 - 2:00 am

  Very reliable and fun. The only problem Ive experienced has been with the electrical wiring (battery), otherwise no other repairs. Easily fits 4 adults. Handles great in snow.

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  Geo Tracker - 1991 Geo Tracker
  By Big Willie - January 22 - 2:00 am

  Purchased this vehicle for my teenage son in 1994 with 90K miles. Ran fine until recently when I had to have the computer rebuilt($250)which I found out is a very common problem on Trackers and simliar vehicles built between 1989- 1994. Also had to replace the clutch which stands to reason since it currently has over 150K miles. I have the 4WD 5 Speed which is fun to drive. Somewhat noisy on the road (wind), but so are all convertibles. Overall, good experience with this vehicle.

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  Worth every penny - 1991 Geo Prizm
  By MsNicksFan - January 20 - 2:00 am

  Bought the car over 6 months ago after reading many good reviews and have been happy with my purchase! Runs & starts every day, VERY reliable - I would trust this car to take me anywhere.

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  I LOVE GEO METROS - 1996 Geo Metro
  By yoyoyo - January 16 - 2:00 am

  They are so sufficient! I love mine, unfortunately, it was wrecked, so now, I am in the process of getting it fixed! I love that little booger!

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  A pretty good reliable car - 1991 Geo Metro
  By SonicLiketoParty - January 14 - 2:00 am

  Good car to drive. Lack of power going upills for a long period of time. Cant fing body kits or racing parts.