2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Consumer Reviews

Great gas mileage!

Written by: Sassycat on 11/03/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I was driving our SUV to work everyday and got the Cavalier to save on gas. I love this car. It's cute, reliable and definitely performs in the mileage-saving area. On the open road I've gotten 40-mpg! I've driven this car solo across the country a number of times and have had no problems. It has about 80,000 miles on it but the interior and exterior still look new after a wash & wax. Had a clogged fuel line that caused problems last year but that has been fixed. A strut bearing needs attention, apparently that's a typical problem, annoying but not critical.

Favorite Features

Sporty appearance, large trunk and split back seat that lowers to haul long items, fun to drive, reliable, handles well even in snow.

Suggested Improvements

The only thing that annoys me is that I should have gotten power windows. The factory floor mats tend to curl and I'd like larger sun visors.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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02 Cavy base coupe

Written by: seanyboi142 on 10/01/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 2dr Coupe (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I love this car so much. It's got a little power to it (110 hp base model). It's not so good when accelerating with the AC on it puts a drag on the engine. I took it back to a Chevy dealership twice. The first time I took it back because I got tired of the base engine and ordered a LS sport engine which was much needed for power (140 hp engine). Well my engine light came after I had the car for about 2 or 3 weeks. Turns out someone put some of the parts in wrong. Well that's it. It's a great car.

Favorite Features

The new engine. The aerodynamics and the lower ride height(about 4 inches off the ground)

Suggested Improvements

Standard horsepower. Hubcaps they are really squeaky when you hit bumps or even just drive the car. Better radio deck and CD player. It is only a one disk CD player which stinks. And a better spolier it seems to be just sheet metal and really weak.

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At least this Cavaliar is 'great'!

Written by: rusty on 09/03/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Great pick-up. Great on gas savings. Room enough for a chubby driver. Looks real good. Easy to keep clean.

Favorite Features

36 mpg!

Suggested Improvements

Change location of oil filter!

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Would not suggest this car

Written by: Jackie91802 on 08/12/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My car was great for the first couple years but all has gone down hill from there. ABS light continues to come on even after maintenance, all 4 power windows had to be replaced, pick-up is terrible, transmission is close to going, engine misfired after 45k miles, the a/c and heat does not work unless you put it on full blast, and now surprise surprise there is an electrical problem which doesn't allow me to use my left turn signal (real safe) - I'm getting rid of this car as soon as next week, never buying a GM again

Favorite Features

Sporty look, can't really say many other pluses

Suggested Improvements

Build a car that will last more then 3- 4 years - my car is literally falling apart on the inside and out

3 out 7 people found this review helpful

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I love my Cavalier

Written by: Charlene on 07/26/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I absolutley love my Cavalier. I've had it for over 5 years now and I have not had a problem yet. It was previously a rental car before I bought it so I thought it would have major problems. I was completely wong. I replaced my brakes at 53,000 miles. Other than regular maintenance, it hasn't had any problems. I couldn't have asked for a better car. I get about 35 MPG on the freeway and about 30 in the city. I don't know why I get such good gas mieage (I live in Southern California for goodness sakes, I am always in traffic!). I plan on driving it until it will not run anymore because it of the gas mileage.

Favorite Features

Mine didn't come with powered windows which kind of stinks. It did come with a keyless remote and alarm, which is nice!

Suggested Improvements

I don't think I would improve anything on it. I have no complaints at all. I feel very blessed for my car not having any problems and getting excellent gas mileage.

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Great car for the money

Written by: M Gomez on 06/17/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I have over 130,000 miles on my Cavalier. Overall it's a really good car. I have had to replace driver side window motor twice but other than brake pad replacements and routine oil changes and a new gas cap, no other repairs have been required.

Favorite Features

Nice interior and body style. Vision is not obstructed in any way. Good gas mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Fix the driver's side window motor problem. This seems to be pretty common. Better gas cap connector.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great car!

Written by: Love Chevys on 05/12/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I got my 2002 Cavalier from a dealership back in 2006. I still pay notes on it but it has been great ever since then. I have a year and a half left to own it. It has been a great car. In these two and a half years the only problem I had with it was when I initially got it, back in 06, the fuel injection went out and I had to get it replaced. But overall I have not had another single issue with this car. I love it. It is my baby. When I sell it or trade it in I will be getting another Chevy.

Favorite Features

CD player, rear window defrost, theft system, spacious, compact, great trunk space.

Suggested Improvements

Better material for dashboard, mine has cracked. Better paint quality, easily scratched. Different place for cup holders, too close to the radio tuner.

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Excellent Car

Written by: Charlene on 04/25/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

This car has been great to me. I bought it used with 21,000 miles on it. It used to be a rental, and I am amazed it hasn't had any problems. My dad really talked the price down for me because it used to be a rental. I got it for an amazing price. It nows has 91,000 miles on it and I've only need to do regular maitenance. I get approx. 35 miles on the freeway and 30 in town/freeway. I've replaced the brakes and tires, but no problems other then that. It has been a great car and I couldn't have asked for anything better. I've heard some bad things about owning a Chevy, but I don't have anything negative to say about mine. Maybe I just lucked out.

Favorite Features

The gas mileage! Esecially with the horrible gas prices now.

Suggested Improvements

My hubcaps squeak like crazy and they drive me nuts! Maybe a higher quality hubcap or bolt to hold them on.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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worst car ever

Written by: * on 04/21/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Cd player doesn't work. The stick is hard to move and sometimes doesn't go into park and has to be shoved. Dashboard rattles. Mileage does not show up half of the time. Passenger side window does not go up, therefore it never goes down. Air conditioner wires cracked. I'm sure I'm forgetting things but I just can't remember everything wrong with this car. This is the worst car known to mankind, probably getting rid of it during the summer.

Favorite Features

favorite features? not on this car.

Suggested Improvements

I don't know where to begin, but the car is not longer in production, Wonder why?

2 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Poor Car

Written by: Dave on 03/27/2008

Vehicle

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier LS 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Bought this car for my wife against my better judgment. (cars reputation) I was told that they had improved build quality. They have not!! The car only has 55000 km on it and something breaks every week. All new brakes at 40k, fan speed switch, lower control arm bushings, broken rear defrost switch that required a complete heater control unit because you can't just change switch!! etc, etc! Everything squeaks! Not even close to being is the same league as my last Toyota or current Subaru. Can't wait to get rid of this car. I will never buy another GM!!!!

Favorite Features

Gets OK gas mileage. Still looks OK.

Suggested Improvements

Build quality! Better engineering. Should be able to change out a button without having to put in a whole new unit. 2.2 ecotec very buzzy.

1 out 3 people found this review helpful

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