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Austin Metro Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1980–1990) — First Generation

The first-generation Austin Metro is a compact hatchback you can choose as a Mini 5-doors or Mini 3-doors. It suits short trips, tight streets and straightforward daily driving.

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Austin Metro Engines and Transmissions

You will typically find an Austin Metro engine as a small gasoline unit with a manual transmission and front-wheel-drive drivetrain. The 1.0 MT Mini 5-doors example is easy in town; the 1.3 MT Mini 3-doors version adds extra pull. These powertrains are examples, not the full lineup.

Mini 5-doors — Austin Metro Engines and Transmissions

Mini 5-doors Austin Metro Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.0 MTGasoline998 cm³47 hp35 kW75 N⋅mManualFWD
1.3 MTGasoline1275 cm³60 hp44 kW98 N⋅mManualFWD
1.3 MTGasoline1275 cm³69 hp54 kW99 N⋅mManualFWD
1.3 MTGasoline1275 cm³71 hp54 kW99 N⋅mManualFWD
1.3 MTGasoline1275 cm³90 hp66 kW115 N⋅mManualFWD

Mini 3-doors — Austin Metro Engines and Transmissions

Mini 3-doors Austin Metro Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.0 MTGasoline998 cm³44 hp33 kW70 N⋅mManualFWD
1.0 MTGasoline998 cm³46 hp34 kW73 N⋅mManualFWD
1.3 MTGasoline1275 cm³63 hp47 kW97 N⋅mManualFWD

Austin Metro Dimensions

Mini 5-doors — Austin Metro Dimensions

Mini 5-doors Austin Metro Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.0 MT3630 mm1625 mm1480 mm2250 mm771 kg
1.3 MT3630 mm1625 mm1480 mm2250 mmNot provided
1.3 MT3630 mm1625 mm1480 mm2250 mmNot provided
1.3 MT3630 mm1625 mm1480 mm2250 mmNot provided
1.3 MT3630 mm1625 mm1480 mm2250 mmNot provided

Mini 3-doors — Austin Metro Dimensions

Mini 3-doors Austin Metro Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.0 MT3405 mm1549 mm1361 mm2250 mm743 kg
1.0 MT3405 mm1549 mm1361 mm2250 mm747 kg
1.3 MT3405 mm1549 mm1361 mm2250 mm754 kg