Used 1996 Geo Prizm
1996 Geo Prizm Overview
1996 Geo Prizm Pricing
1996 Geo Prizm pricing starts at $1,757 for the Prizm Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $14,300 when new. The range-topping 1996 Prizm LSi Sedan 4D starts at $1,959 today, originally priced from $15,010.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$14,300 | $1,757 | |||
$15,010 | $1,959 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Geo Prizm models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Prizm Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Geo Prizm (1993-1997) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 304 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Geo Prizm
"Great little car"
"Excellent little car. The engine on my '96 was still made in Japan. That may be probably why is being a superb automobile in terms of quality and performance. I have had absolutely no troubles whatsoever with the engine. Some minor mechanical details but after 10 years!!!"
"BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED BY FAR"
"Bought 1994 Prizm with 73,000 miles on it in 1999 from someone who said ... I do not want it any more because I am not sure how long it will last. Been driving it for the last 18 years and now has 238,000 miles on it and still going strong. I plan to drive it until the wheels fall off. Still great gas mileage, very few repairs, never left me stranded. Only negative thing has been having to regularly replace the cheap plastic interior door handles and window cranks."
"Best car!!!"
"My Geo was amazing. Hardly ever needed repairs. Always reliable. Good on gas.Would still be driving it if a lady didn't total it while I was sitting at a red light. I hope one day I'm lucky enough to find another one."
Overall 1996 Geo Prizm Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Geo Prizm is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Geo Prizm quality a 4.7 out of 5.
1996 Geo Prizm Reliability
The 1996 Geo Prizm receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 Prizm Features
According to drivers of the 1996 Prizm, here are some of its best features:
- Reliable, great gas mileage,
- Everything
- Steerin feel, ride comfort, reliable, tough
- The best car I have every owned
- Cheap and reliable. Simply a decent ride.
1996 Geo Prizm MPG by Trim
1996 Prizm Sedan 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 32 MPG
1996 Prizm LSi Sedan 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 32 MPG
1996 Prizm Safety
1996 Geo Prizm Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
1996 Geo Prizm
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1996 Geo Prizm Styles
1996 Geo Prizm Depreciation
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1996 Geo Prizm Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | + $19 | $1,106 | $468 | ||
2023 | + $10 | $1,116 | $464 | ||
2024 | $7 | $1,109 | $421 | ||
Now | + $156 | $1,265 | $399 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1996 Geo Prizm Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2360 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 88.3 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 101.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.5 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.7 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 173.0 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 54.1 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1500 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 12.7 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 32.2 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 97.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 66.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 26 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 32 mpg | ||
Combined | 28 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 105 @ 5800 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 100 @ 4800 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / 100000 miles |
Entertainment
- CD Player
Interior
- Power Windows
- Tilt Steering Wheel
Seating
- Leather Seats
Technology
- Cruise Control
1996 Geo Prizm Safety
1996 Geo Prizm Safety Technology
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
Used 1996 Geo Prizm | Used 2002 Saturn S-Series | Used 2002 Dodge Neon | Used 1998 Pontiac Grand Am | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,757 | $1,951 | $1,853 | $1,758 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 25/Hwy 36/Comb 29 MPG | City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG | City 19/Hwy 30/Comb 23 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 105 @ 5800 RPM | 100 @ 5000 RPM | 132 @ 5600 RPM | 150 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.9 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |