The Chevrolet Metro LSi for 1999: Improving on 1998
Posted: July 27, 2009 in 1999, Chevrolet, Metro | Tags: 2-Door, Chevrolet Metro, Hatchback, LSi, United States market
The Chevrolet Metro is a 2-door car available at your Chevrolet dealer. The Metro came in two configurations: Base and LSi. The LSi configuration is powered by the 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 34 - 43 highway miles and 30 - 39 city. The Metro competes in the Hatchback market segment, in direct competition with Lexus.
Chevrolet Metro Engine Specs
Chevrolet Metro Engine Specs: The Metro LSi comes outfitted with a 1.3 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by Suzuki, is mated to a five-speed transaxle by Suzuki. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
The Metro uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a manual-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
For the 1999 Metro, the fuel configuration is a electronic MPI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 10.30 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The Metro is 149.40 inches long, 62.60 inches wide, and 54.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 93.10 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Metro. This is standard for the price range.
The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $9,880, with a dealer invoice cost of $9,208. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Hatchback.
MPG Ratings
The Metro LSi received a miles-per-gallon rating of 30 - 39 in-city driving and 34 - 43 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.
The vehicle is available in Black Licorice, California Gold Metallic, Dark Green Metallic, Scuba Blue Metallic, Silver Metallic, White, and Wildfire Red.
We Think…
The 1998 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Metro. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Chevrolet hopes that the Metro LSi will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
