1998 Chevrolet Prizm

$2,500
from
1
listings
$3K–$3K
price range
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Low$2,500
High$2,500
From$2,500
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
(21d ago)

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Chevrolet Prizm Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 47 complaints, the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
47
Complaints
9
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Chevrolet Prizm's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 47 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags7
02Tires6
03Steering5
04Electrical System4
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
47 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet Prizm Fuel Economy

26–29mpg combined
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24-27city
·
30-34hwy
·
$1,500-$1,700/yr

Fuel economy for the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm ranges from 26 to 29 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Prizm - Manual 5-spd
29mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city34 hwy~$1,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Prizm - Automatic 4-spd
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Prizm - Automatic 3-spd
26mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 Chevrolet Prizm

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Buying a 1998 Chevrolet Prizm?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm a good car to buy?

The 1998 Chevrolet Prizm has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm?

You'll get between 26 and 29 MPG combined from the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm?

Out of 47 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other Chevrolet Prizm years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Chevrolet Prizm model years. Visit the Chevrolet Prizm buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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