2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Review
Fuel Economy
23 - 24 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Most cars are re-engineered ever 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, Z24 Convertible no longer available, poor build quality.
What's New for 2001
Indigo Blue is added to the exterior palette. A CD player is made standard on the LS Sedan and Z24 Coupe. The Z24 Convertible has vanished from the lineup.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Good looking car. Get great gas mileage on the highway 30 - 37mpg. Comfortable seating. Strong engine. Easy to maintain.
Favorite Features
Styling, Great gas mileage
Suggested Improvements
Would like split fold down rear seat
Reliable & sporty 2001 Z24
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
We purchased our 2001 Chev Z24 new & it doesn't owe us a thing. We replaced the plugs,tires & battery this year (2009)after 120,000 km.'s of all kinds of Canadian weather & road conditions. It has a rattle coming from the front tire area which I suspect it's a bad strut. All in all not bad performance for a car creeping up on 10 years old. It is a 5-spd. & is fun too drive with plenty of "omf" when you need it. One of our better large purchases in our lives. I would recommend it.
Favorite Features
The body lines and the zip you get out of the 2.4 litre engine are my favorite features.
Suggested Improvements
CHEAPEST CAR, NO PROBLEMS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought my 2001 Cavi in 2000 with 9 miles on the car. It was really cheap, $12,000 brand new. I wasn't expecting this car to last, but now we're in 2009 and I have never had a problem with the car. I have had the brakes replaced once, but other than that, with regular oil changes, this car has been a jewel. The AC work so much better than my Mitsubishi Montero, of the same age. The gas mileage is a HUGE plus. I adore my Cavi. Forget the high priced cars with the fancy names, GET A CHEVY CAVALIER! I have had nothing but great times with mine! I hope she lasts another 10 years!
Favorite Features
She's the basic bare bones.
Suggested Improvements
It stinks!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This car is not reliable at all. working on it almost every weekend. Engine is very loud makes all kinds of noises. Had to replace Transmission gasket seal, change spark plug wires, a/c unit doesn't work, had to change struts and the headlights are a pain to change. Gm uses very cheap parts to build this car. Don't waste your money on one.
Favorite Features
Its has a little pep to it. Good gas mileage
Suggested Improvements
Pretty much everything. After making the car for so many years you would think gm could finally get it right? Guess not!
Stay away
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Bought this new for my wife and was surprise to see the options I bought on my 98 model were now standard. By the end of 6 years though the A/C had been worked on twice and no longer worked (unless you wanted hot air). Fuel pump replaced. Door gaskets never sealed properly so there was always air and noise.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage.
Suggested Improvements
Better fit and finish. Teach your dealers how to fix problems that remain.
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