The Chevrolet Prizm Base for 2000
Posted: November 4, 2009 in 2000, Chevrolet, Prizm | Tags: 4-Door, Base, Chevrolet Prizm, Sedan, United States market
Chevrolet Prizm Engine Specs: The Prizm Base comes outfitted with a 1.8 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 16 valves. The engine, manufactured by Toyota, is mated to a five-speed transaxle by Borg Warner. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Prizm uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Prizm Base are 66.70 inches wide by 174.20 inches long. It sits 53.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 97.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Chevrolet Prizm. This is standard for the price range.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $16,010 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $14,761. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2000 Prizm is a MPI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 13.20-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
The 2000 Prizm gets 32 - 38 miles/gallon on the highway and only 28 - 31 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.
We Think…
The 1999 model began the promise of the Chevrolet Prizm. The 2000 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 Prizm Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
