2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Review and Specs

Summary

What Edmunds.com says

Most cars are re-engineered every four or five years; the Cavalier hasn't been touched for almost a decade. We'll do the math for you: Buy something modern and leave this relic to the rental fleets.

Pros

Affordably priced, roomy enough for a family of four, Z24 is a stylish and speedy low-buck sport coupe.

Cons

You get what you pay for in terms of comfort and convenience, below average crash-test scores.

What's New for 2000

Still available as a coupe, sedan or convertible, Chevy's best-selling car gets several subtle changes for 2000. Outside it has new body-colored front and rear facias, new headlamp/taillamp assemblies, new badging and restyled wheel covers/alloy wheels. Inside, the instrument panel now features an electronic odometer and tripmeter, a revamped center console with three front cupholders and an improved storage area. Functionally, it gets a better-shifting five-speed manual transaxle, smoother-operating ABS, Passlock II security system and standard air conditioning.

Consumer Ratings & Reviews

an excellent car for first later drivers

Written by: john brittain on 07/06/2009

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating


Performance:	9	Fun-to-Drive:	9	Build Quality:	9
Comfort:	7	Interior Design:	8	Reliability:	9
Fuel Economy:	9	Exterior Design:	10

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

an ideal car for small family.all the features needed for an efficient vehicle and good engine performance. fold down rear seat for lots of storage space.disc radio with very good sound.rear door safety lock feature. strong body construction. manual locks and windows which i wanted to avoid costly electrical repairs(as on a pontiac ste which i had.)

Favorite Features

good ride & adequate speed when needed. good allaround view, tidy engine with easy access to needed maintenance.

Suggested Improvements

improved seating and more comfortable suspension. very handsome body exterior design.

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Love My Chevy

Written by: BiMi on 05/29/2009


Performance:	8	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	9
Comfort:	6	Interior Design:	1	Reliability:	9
Fuel Economy:	9	Exterior Design:	7

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr STD Coupe

I bought this car in 2006 and have loved every minute. It is so reliable and the gas mileage is astounding. The dash and cracks around the vents and radio are discouraging. So much of the cosmetic parts of the car have broken off. My husband and I have driven from Florida to Philly, Philly to Virginia (4 times). It has done extremely well. My husband used to make fun of my "sissy car". his car broke down, but mine keeps on going and going. He stopped calling it my "sissy car". It is now "our car".

Gas mileage, reliability.

Cracked dash, cracked dash, cracked dash. It makes the car look horrible. I hear other chevy models suffer from the same problem. Some parts are expensive.

Good car for the price

Written by: Jason on 05/21/2009


Performance:	8	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	7
Comfort:	8	Interior Design:	7	Reliability:	9
Fuel Economy:	10	Exterior Design:	10

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Coupe

I bought this car cause I wanted a 5-speed car that was cheap on gas. I have had good success with GM vehicles. The car has plenty of power when needed, but enough low end power to pass without down shifting at highway speeds and to no have to rev it up just to get it going around town. There were issues I had to correct from previous owners attempts at repair. Things that are actually problems were the brake rotors that warp and turn signal stalk/cruise control/head light switch (multi function). Rotors are an easy fix as any aftermarket fix the issue, performance rotors and pads help with pedal feel though. Suspension is compliant and handles ok, but could use sway bars and strut towers.

5-speed, sunroof, classic body style

Cheap dash material that cracks at base of windshield and squeaks while warming up in winter. Also the dash is easily broken to take care if doing stereo work.

very expensive to replace or repair

Written by: sherrykkkee on 04/09/2009


Performance:	5	Fun-to-Drive:	3	Build Quality:	2
Comfort:	2	Interior Design:	3	Reliability:	5
Fuel Economy:	5	Exterior Design:	5

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr Z24 Convertible

Drivers window has never worked right. About 400 to replace motor which helped for short time... Back window coming loose, that is a 595.00 cost. I have a fungus growing in back seat due to water leaks. Door rubber was replaced before.... Not a good car for tall people. Have been repeatedly ripped off by dealership and other mechanics.... I only put the top down about 4-5 times a year.... If I touch drivers window button, it could take 2 days to get it back up.....

radio

While car was under warranty, they should have just replaced the whole window system...instead, they tols me it was this or that and it cost me, and it still doesn't work. i hate the car!!!!will never buy another one....

2000 Cavalier

Written by: TCRaven87 on 01/10/2009


Performance:	4	Fun-to-Drive:	9	Build Quality:	5
Comfort:	8	Interior Design:	9	Reliability:	9
Fuel Economy:	3	Exterior Design:	7

We bought the car at 45,000 miles and it now has 110,000 miles on it. Only thing major that needs replaced is the AC Compressor. I've made quite a few long drives with it and cant complain about the comfort. The dash near the windshield is cracked and the dash squeaks. The gas mileage also is not what a small cars should be. With City/Highway combined I can get 330 miles on a full tank. and recently I notice some electrical issues. Other than that I can say that it has not left me on the side of the road.

The color. The seats and trunk space. Sound quality isn't too shabby either.

Better fuel economy. Durable AC compressor. More tighter dash.

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Consumer Ratings & Reviews