| Also called | Toyota Cavalier (Japan) |
|---|---|
| Model years | 1995–2005 |
| Assembly | Lordstown, Ohio, United States Lansing, Michigan, United States Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, Mexico |
| Body style | 2-door convertible 2-door coupe 4-door sedan |
| Engine | 2.2 L 122 (2200) I4 2.2 L Ecotec (L61) I4 2.3 L Quad 4 (LD2) I4 2.4 L Twin Cam (LD9) I4 |
| Transmission | 3-speed 3T40 automatic 4-speed 4T40-E automatic 5-speed Getrag F23 manual 5-speed Getrag 282 manual 5-speed Isuzu manual |
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in (2,644 mm) |
| Length | 1995–97: 180.3 in (4,580 mm) 1998–2002: 180.7 in (4,590 mm) 2003–05: 180.9 in (4,595 mm) |
| Width | 2-Door: 68.7 in (1,745 mm) 4-Door: 67.9 in (1,725 mm) |
| Height | 1995–97 Coupe: 53.2 in (1,351 mm) 1995–97 Sedan: 54.8 in (1,392 mm) 1995–97 Convertible: 53.9 in (1,369 mm) 1998–2005 Coupe: 53.0 in (1,346 mm) 1998–99 Convertible: 54.1 in (1,374 mm) 1998–2005 Sedan: 54.7 in (1,389 mm) 2000–02 Convertible: 53.7 in (1,364 mm) |
| Curb weight |
2,562 lb (1,162 kg) - 2,784 lb (1,263 kg) Z24 2,749 lb (1,247 kg) |
| Related | Pontiac Sunfire |
The Cavalier received its first total redesign in 1995, with expanded dimensions and more modern styling. Some of the basic styling cues remained however, such as the coupes' dipped beltline. Coupe, sedan, and convertible options were offered, however the wagon model did not return for the third generation. All available engines were four-cylinder. The option for a V6 engine, which had been available in the first and second generation, was replaced by a new 4-Cylinder of similar power outputs.
Base models still retained the 2.2L Pushrod L4, however the Cavalier Z24 received a new engine in 1996, the 2.4 liter DOHC LD9, the first DOHC engine ever used in a Cavalier. This engine produced 150 hp (112 kW) and 155 lb·ft (210 N·m) of torque and was used until 2002. In 2000, the car lost the "CHEVROLET" text badge at the trunklid and gained a new "CAVALIER" badge. The 2.4L engine came mated standard with the Getrag F23 5-speed manual transmission. The Z24 only came in 2-door coupe models until 2000 and featured a sport-tuned suspension, 16-inch tires, alloy wheels and improved interior electronics. Aesthetically little changed from the other models other than a ground effects kit and taller rear spoiler. In 2000 a 4-door Z24 Sedan debuted, featuring the same mechanics but having a less sporty body. The Z24 trim also received several other upgrades including a wider front sway bar and FE2 Sports Suspension for better handling characteristics, and less aggressive ABS anti-lock braking system. In 2003 the 2.2L OHV L4 was dropped from the entire Cavalier line, and the Cavalier Z24 was dropped and replaced by the LS Sport line, which featured the new Ecotec L61 motors (140 hp (104 kW) and 150 lb·ft (200 N·m) torque). These engines improved fuel economy, featuring the same displacement as the GM 122 Pushrod Engine (2.2L OHV), while maintaining most of the power of the older LD9 motors. These motors remained in the entire Cavalier line-up up until 2005 when the Chevrolet Cavalier was replaced by the Chevrolet Cobalt.
A GM Eaton M45 Supercharger kit was also offered for the Z24 trim as well. The supercharger kit was developed and tested by General Motors and could only be installed at a GM dealer. This upgrade increased performance considerably due to a pressure of 4.7 PSI which in turn added approximately 40 hp (30 kW) and 40 lb·ft (54 N·m) of torque increase; raising the Z24's ratings to approximately 190 hp (142 kW) and 195 lb·ft (264 N·m) of torque.
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