Model year guide

2000 Chevrolet Prizm

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2000 Chevrolet Prizm at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints35
Combined26–30 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2000 Chevrolet Prizm recalls 1

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #10E002000 · 11/02/2010

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Fix: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2000 Chevrolet Prizm common problems

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2000 Chevrolet Prizm MPG & running costs

Combined26–30 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,417
EPA size classCompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Passenger volume88 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$83 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2000 Chevrolet Prizm costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,085
Fuel only$12,085
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2000 Chevrolet Prizm trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl

2000 Chevrolet Prizm vehicles on record

2000 Chevrolet Prizm Base1Y1SK5482YZ406509 2000 Chevrolet Prizm Base1Y1SK5287YZ415709 2000 Chevrolet Prizm Base1Y1SK5482YZ438800 2000 Chevrolet Prizm1Y1SK5287YZ413667

Other Chevrolet Prizm model years

2002 2001 1999 1998

2000 Chevrolet Prizm — frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, service brakes, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2000 Chevrolet Prizm get?

The 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.