Reviews: The 1996 Geo Tracker
By Richard Brown
Introduction
The 1996 Tracker is manufactured in CANADA for Geo. It is Geo's entry into the SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $14,570 USD in 1996.
Tracker Dimensions
In 1996 the Tracker has an overall length of 158.70 inches and a width of 64.40 inches. It sits a total of 65.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 40.60 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Tracker a turning radius of inches. It uses 195/75R15 tires with a wheelbase of 97.60 inches.
Drivetrain
The Tracker comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2685 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Tracker gets 22 - 24 miles/gallon city and 25 - 26 miles/gallon highway off a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Tracker are also available.
Pricing
The Tracker retails for $14,570 USD with a invoice price of USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Tachometer, Full Size Spare Tire, Rear Window Defogger. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Cassette Player, Alloy Wheels.
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The Tracker seats 4 people with 42.10 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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