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Metro 1.0

Metro (LC8) · 1980–1990FWD

The Metro 1.0 is a three-door, four-seat hatchback built from 1980 to 1990. A 1.0-litre A-series four-cylinder makes 45 PS and drives the front wheels through a 4-speed manual gearbox.

44 hpPower
1980-1990Year
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Specifications

Powertrain
Engineering details
Engine1.0L A-series I4
Displacement1.0 L
Cylinders4
FuelPetrol
Transmission4-speed Manual
DrivetrainFWD
Power44 hp
Dimensions & body
Doors3
Seats4

STORY

The Austin Metro was a supermini launched by British Leyland in 1980 as a larger, more modern companion to the ageing Mini. Its internal code was LC8. It was marketed as a patriotic British small car, sold strongly and later developed into Rover-badged versions.

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