Chevrolet Cavalier Third generation
The Chevrolet Cavalier Third generation (1995–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 31 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: J-body · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,580–4,595 mm |
| Width | – | 1,725–1,745 mm |
| Height | – | 1,346–1,392 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,644 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,162–1,315 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 198–396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,605 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
3,945 complaints for model years 1995–2005. 350 crashes · 89 fires · 335 injuries · 15 deaths
- Electrical system 767
- Fuel system 443
- Engine 421
- Airbags 255
- Brakes 197
- Steering 149
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 31 versions of the Chevrolet Cavalier Third generation
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United States 17 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2005CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–25 MPG (9.4–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 221–240 g/km |
| 1998–2005SIL | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24–27 MPG (8.7–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 205–230 g/km |
| 2001–2004 | 2.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 2002–20034 VALVE, SIL · SIL | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 2002CLKUP · 4 VALVE, CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1998–2002CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–23 MPG (10.2–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240–263 g/km |
| 1998–2002SIL | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1999–2001CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 240–251 g/km |
| 2000NONE | 2.2 L | Natural gas | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1998 | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1997(FFS) (MPFI) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1995(FFS) (MPFI), SIL | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
| 1995(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
Canada 14 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–2005Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.2–10.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 212–239 g/km |
| 1996–2005Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.6–10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221–235 g/km |
| 2004Compact | 2.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | 10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 189 g/km |
| 1998–2002Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 230–237 g/km |
| 2002Subcompact | 2.2 L | Natural gas | 4-speed automatic | 11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 221 g/km |
| 1998–2002Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5–10.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219–242 g/km |
| 1998–2002Subcompact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.3–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 237–255 g/km |
| 1998–2002Subcompact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.2–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–260 g/km |
| 1996–2001Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.5–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–255 g/km |
| 1996–2001Compact | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 235–246 g/km |
| 1998–2000Subcompact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 10.5–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 242–248 g/km |
| 1995–1997Compact | 2.2 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | 9.8–10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 225–230 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.