CHEVROLET CAVALIER
1990–2005 · 107 trims available
At a Glance
CAVALIER OVERVIEW
Year Range
1990–2005
Total Configurations
107
Best MyCar Score
73.9 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$10,135–$17,710
Trim Levels
2005 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2005 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING CAVALIER TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Special Value | Coupe | 27 | 140 | $10,230 | 74 |
| Base | Coupe | 25 | 122 | $13,979 | 67 |
| Base | Sedan | 25 | 122 | $14,149 | 67 |
| LS | Sedan | 25 | 125 | $15,988 | 67 |
| LS | Coupe | 26 | 135 | $16,009 | 71 |
| Z24 | Coupe | 22 | 146 | $16,473 | 67 |
| Z24 | Sedan | 23 | 150 | $16,580 | 71 |
| LS Sport | Coupe | 25 | 140 | $16,965 | 71 |
| LS Sport | Sedan | 25 | 140 | $17,142 | 71 |
| RS | Coupe | 26 | 110 | N/A | 67 |
| Base | Wagon | 25 | 108 | N/A | 69 |
| VL | Wagon | 24 | 103 | N/A | 69 |
| VL | Coupe | 26 | 106 | N/A | 69 |
| Z24 | Convertible | 22 | 145 | N/A | 66 |
| RS | Sedan | 25 | 109 | N/A | 68 |
| RS | Wagon | 24 | 105 | N/A | 68 |
| RS | Convertible | 24 | 120 | N/A | 68 |
| LS | Convertible | 25 | 120 | N/A | 63 |
| VL | Sedan | 26 | 106 | N/A | 69 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A CAVALIER
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $10,135 | $17,710 |
| MPG (combined) | 20 combined | 27 combined |
| Horsepower | 95 HP | 150 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Convertible | Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2005
Average MyCar Score: 72.6 · 1 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995
Lower scores or higher recall counts. Research these years carefully before buying.
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