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

Reliable

Written by: Kevin on 09/09/2008

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating


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

Vehicle

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

We purchased our 2000 Cavalier in October of 1999. We have 123,000 miles on the car. We get 28 mpg average between city and highway. We have the 2.2 litre engine. The car is very easy to drive and still runs very well. We have had very little trouble out of it. It has been very reliable. No leaks of any kind, and everything works. Still looks good and I enjoy driving it every day. We paid $13,000 for it new and have had the car for nearly ten years. I have no plans to sell or trade my Cavalier. I have owned many different cars from many different manufacturers, but I have kept this one the longest and have found it to be the most reliable.

Favorite Features

Practical. Reliable. Economical.

Suggested Improvements

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R.I.P.

Written by: Stef B on 08/13/2008


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

My Cavilier was the first car I ever owned and I loved it. It looked great, was comfortable, and was fun to drive. The only problems I ever had with it were your basic wear and tear fix ups, considering it did have a few miles on it when I bought it. Other then that it was a great car. I've read on the internet that Caviliers are considered "death traps" but I'd have to disagree. I was in a severe accident in mine and that car saved me and my friends who were with me when the wreck happened. I'd consider these cars to be very safe and reliable, great for a kid's first car. It would have lasted me a long time if my wreck hadn't happened.

Great gas mileage. Comfortable driving. And it just looks good.

The electrical system in this year is known to have some problems. I'd ask about that.

2000 4 door Cavalier

Written by: sher on 06/10/2008


Performance:	5	Fun-to-Drive:	6	Build Quality:	5
Comfort:	1	Interior Design:	6	Reliability:	8
Fuel Economy:	5	Exterior Design:	7

I bought this car brand new. After 3 months the rods blew, the trunk broke, the dash has 6 cracks. Seats are very hard on back. Very noisy ride. Fan motor broke after 55,000 miles. Brakes squal even though they were fixed. CD player broke after 4 years old

Gas mileage OK. Handles OK

Better plastic on dash. More comfortable seating.

Best little car ever!

Written by: Jes on 06/10/2008


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

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2 Dr STD Coupe

I bought this sweet little car right out of high school and have enjoyed it every day since. The only thing I have ever done to my car is get new tires and oil changes. It has never broke down or needed anything replaced. I have driven it hundreds of miles across the country and it is very comfortable for a little cheap car. I have to sell it now because I need a four door car for my new little baby. I am going to cry when my sweet little Cavalier goes away!

Cute exterior and interior. Great gas mpg!

Nothing, it's the best.

Great little car for your money

Written by: Kari on 06/02/2008


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

I bought this car brand new and I'm just now trading it in. The only reason I'm trading it, is because I need a bigger car for a family of 5. I wouldn't trade it if I didn't have too. It's been the best car I have ever owned. I've only put on 81,600 miles on it and it still drives like its new. Had someone back into me but my father was able to pull the dent out and it doesn't look so bad. Only had to replace the tires and brakes. Great car for your money. I'll miss her, I've been through a marriage and divorce and now a new family with her. I hope the next person loves her as much as I have.

Great gas mileage, sporty look, good get up and go, and very reliable.

Longer lasting AC.

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Consumer Ratings & Reviews