1991 Chevy Cavalier Review
Price Estimate: $3,000 - $4,998
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
Styling is revised front and rear for a more aerodynamic look. Cupholders and storage cubbies are added to a restyled dashboard. RS trim level reappears for coupe and sedan after two-year hiatus. Z51 Performance Handling Package is available on Cavalier RS coupe, and includes sport suspension, performance tires and gauge package. Scotchgard protectant covers cloth seats and door trim. Z24 gets new alloy wheels.
For sale near El Paso, TX
Chevrolet Cavalier Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
Trending topics
Oh How I Wish I Had Kept This Car
4.88 out of 5 starsR Carter, 06/16/2009
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2dr Coupe
I bought my '91 Cavalier-VL in 1991 and regretfully traded it in 2002 for something with less mileage. It had over 186000 miles on it when I traded it. It ran like a champ. Total repair costs for the 11 yrs I had it was probably not over $1000 I bet if even that much. Absolutely the best car I have ever had and wish to this day (in 2009)I still had it.
Quick and Agile
4.38 out of 5 starsWAStateChevy, 06/11/2007
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
This car with the 3.1 V6 is very fun to drive. Munce transmission is very durable and responsive. The sound is great from the 3.1. I drove the heck out of it and I love it more than any car I have owned even though it is the oldest car I own.
Super Reliable
4.88 out of 5 starsAMF, 05/29/2006
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 2dr Coupe
I ordered this car in late 90. I had problems with hub bearing, starter and heater core much later in life. Changed oil every 3K with 0W-30 year round. Engine never leaked or burned any oil. Motor ran strong up to 120,000 miles when I sold it to friend. Last I heard it was still running and owner was impressed with performance. The car was driven hard at times but just kept on … going. If you can find one that has been well maintained I would say it is a good bet. It was the first new car I ever owned so I felt the fluid changes were important. With high miles the motor ran like new and didn't miss a beat. Original muffler and cat converter replaced at 112K. Check oil change records!
Fun little car
4.75 out of 5 starssquidjuice, 10/07/2009
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier RS 2dr Convertible
All I can say is shes 18yrs old and still loved. never thought I would say that about a cavalier! awesome car fun and reliable still babied and in the garage with 3 coats of glaze still original paint and Still looks show room! 2 more years and she a antique these are great fun economy cars
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier, so we've included reviews for other years of the Cavalier since its last redesign.
1991 Cavalier Highlights
Sedan
VL
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 25 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $133/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
Related Used 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier info
Vehicle reviews of used models
- BMW X1 2021 Review
- Hyundai Tucson 2020 Review
- Kia Telluride 2020 Review
- BMW I3 2020 Review
- Jeep Renegade 2020 Review
Shop used vehicles in your area
- BMW I3 Auto
- Honda Fit Automatic
- NX300H F Sport
- Used Acura ILX 2018
- Used Acura ILX 2020
- Used Acura ILX 2023
- Used Acura Integra 2015
- Used Acura Integra 2017 For Sale
- Used Acura Legend 2015
- Used Acura Legend 2020
Popular new car reviews and ratings
- RR Ghost
- Gran Turismo Car
- New Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
- Toyota 4Runner 2025
- New Toyota Tacoma
- New Honda Civic
- 2024 Toyota Camry
- 2025 S-Class
- 2025 GMC Sierra 1500
- Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2025
Research other models of
- New Chevrolet Corvette
- 2025 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Series
- 2024 Chevrolet Trax
- New Chevrolet Traverse
- 2024 Chevrolet Camaro
- Chevrolet Equinox 2025
- 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV
- Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 2024
- New Chevrolet Equinox EV
- Chevrolet Traverse 2024
Other models
- Used Kia Stinger in Homestead, FL 2023
- Used Jeep Wagoneer-L in Lansdowne, PA 2025
- Used Chevrolet Uplander in Casper, WY 2008
- Used Ford F-450-Super-Duty in Tewksbury, MA 2025
- Used Genesis GV80 in Weslaco, TX 2025
- Used Mini Countryman in American Canyon, CA 2025
- Used BMW 6-Series in Smyrna, DE 2018
- Used Mercury Grand-Marquis in Mentor, OH 2011
- Used Toyota BZ4X in Sherman, TX 2025
- Used Chevrolet Silverado-2500Hd-Classic in Yonkers, NY 2007