Austin Metro
The Austin Metro is a hatchback model, produced 1981–1990, spanning 3 generations with 30 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Metro (1985-1989), Metro (1985-1990) and Metro (1981-1985). The Metro (1981-1985) generation is the most extensively documented, with 15 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.
Choose your Metro generation.
How many generations does the Austin Metro have?
The Austin Metro has 3 generations with 30 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.
What years was the Austin Metro produced?
The Austin Metro has been produced 1981–1990. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.
What body type is the Austin Metro?
The Austin Metro is available as Hatchback. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.
What would this actually cost you?
- Depreciation€3,145
- Fuel / energy€10,500
- Insurance€3,750
- Maintenance€3,000
- Road tax€1,600
Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.
Main rivals
Same class — see how they stack up.
Austin Metro: names by market
This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.
- Metro
- MG Metro
- Mini Metro
- Morris Metro
- Rover 100Europe
- Rover Metro
How performance changed across generations
| Generation | Power | 0–100 km/h | Variants | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro (1981-1985)1981–1985 | 57 hp | 17.4 s | 15 | €6k–€11k | ★ 3.3 |
| Metro (1985-1989)1985–1989 | 54 hp | 16.9 s | 4 | €8k | ★ 3.3 |
| Metro (1985-1990)1985–1990 | 61 hp | 15 s | 11 | €7k–€13k | ★ 3.3 |