The 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2-dr base is a Front-wheel drive Coupe. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 2.2L L4 OHV 8 valves engine which outputs 115 hp @
5000 rpm and is paired with 4 speed automatic gearbox. The 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2-dr base has cargo capacity of 373 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1188 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2-dr base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include None and None. The front suspension is while the rear suspension is. The car also features a It has as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 125 N.m of torque and a top speed of 178 km/h. The 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2-dr base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.6 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.2 L/100km in the city and 6.9 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 15,765
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition
Trade In Price
Private Party Price
Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding
$ 885
$ 1,648
$ 2,056
Clean
$ 782
$ 1,459
$ 1,822
Average
$ 576
$ 1,082
$ 1,355
Rough
$ 369
$ 705
$ 889
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.
For nearly two decades the Cavalier has been a staple sales leader for Chevy dealers. Understandably so, because the Cavalier offers reasonable value and is priced low enough to compete favorably in the compact market, often undercutting smaller models from other manufacturers.
But small-car sales are suffering because of the strong economy and low fuel prices. Who needs a compact car when a roomy sedan or sport utility is within financial reach? Nonetheless, the Cavalier is good transportation, offering adequate room for four adults, decent performance and acceptable interior accommodations. Styling is attractive and contemporary, and there is a model to suit almost everyone's needs.
This year, Cavalier is offered in Base coupe and sedan, LS sedan and Z24 coupe and convertible. Fresh front and rear fascias debut on the 2000 Cavalier, but you'll need to be sharp-eyed to tell the difference. Here's a hint: the 2000 model has clear lens headlights. Z24 gets a more prominent spoiler, and two new five-spoke alloy wheel designs are available on upper trim levels. Inside, Cavalier is reasonably comfortable and well laid-out. A slightly revised instrument panel boasts new gauges, digital odometer and tripmeter, and stereo controls relocated above the climate controls for easier access. The center-console shift indicator is illuminated for 2000, and air-conditioning is standard on all Cavaliers. Stereos have been upgraded in terms of power output, while uplevel systems gain RDS technology and automatic theft protection. A dual-play cassette and compact-disc player is available.
GM's venerable 2.2-liter four-cylinder is standard in the Cavalier. Equipped with this powerplant, Cavalier lags behind its primary domestic competition in power and acceleration. Optional in the LS sedan is a 2.4-liter, twin-cam engine hooked to a four-speed automatic transmission, a setup that features traction control. The Cavalier is a much more livable car with this engine, and we wish that Chevrolet offered this powertrain in base models as well. The twin-cam engine is standard in the sporty Z24 coupe and convertible. Manually shifted Z24 coupes are quick from rest to 60 mph. Antilock brakes are standard equipment, and are upgraded for 2000 to provide smoother operation and better response. A rear defogger is newly standard.
Cavalier is aging quickly, and there are no plans to replace this model until 2003 at the earliest. Still, it represents good value. The price is dead-on; low enough to make the Chevrolet Metro sedan an exercise in redundancy. We recommend that you check out the Cavalier if a compact car fits your needs.
The Cavalier Convertible had a height of 53.9 in, 0.7 inches higher than the coupe, but 0.9 inches shorter than the sedan. It was assembled in Lordstown - Ohio, Lansing - Michigan, Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila - Mexico. Transmissions included 5-speed Getrag F23 manual, 5-speed Isuzu manual, 4-speed automatic and a 3-speed automatic. The model was affected by a facelift in 2000. The Cavalier was related to the Pontiac Sunfire as it shared the same bits and parts.
The Chevrolet Cavalier Coupe had a choice of 3 engines.
This is the first Chevrolet Cavalier that had a more streamlined look, as opposed to the more boxier look of the older models.
Chevrolet is the auto equivalent of a gene-boosted steroid-pumped feline. The ferocious cat was groomed by Swiss born racing driver Louis Chevrolet and business whiz Buick resurrector and former GM head William Durant, as a joint venture that started in 1910. Shortly after Durant was forced out of GM, he partnered with Chevrolet, whom he had previously employed at his Buick racing team, to regain the popularity he had lost.
The Chevy headquarters was set in Detroit and the newly formed brand was baptized, receiving its famous “bowtie” logo in 1913. There are several hypotheses as to how the logo design came to be, two of them being the closest to unanimous acceptance. One of the theories hints at the logo having been designed after a poster Durant had seen in a French hotel while the second claims the “bowtie” is actually a stylized representation of the Swiss flag cross.
No matter how it originated, the golden Chevy logo persisted. In fact, the brand grew at such a fast pace that it allowed Durant to regain ownership of GM in 1916. After having become wealthy enough, Durant bought a smashing 54.5 percent of GM's shares, reinstating himself as head of the auto empire.
Soon after the takeover, Chevrolet was absorbed into GM, becoming a separate division. Having gained even more strength after the merger, the newly formed entity was quick in starting off production and launched the model D in 1918. The V8 35 hp engines fitted on these cars were replaced by smaller 6 cylinder ones, that proved particularly successful on commercial vehicles. The engine gained reputation due to its high durability and earned the “cast iron wonder” nickname.
Only a few years later, Chevy revealed the SUV in its archaic form: the Suburban Carryall. Sporting rough terrain riding capabilities, seating for 8 and weighing around 1½ tons, it marked the beginning of Chevy's future SUV line-up.
The American producer continued its successful innovations streak by introducing the Powerglide transmission in 1950, becoming the first low-price competitor to equip its vehicles with automatic shifting. Shortly after the introduction of the fully automatic transmission, the legendary Corvette was born.
The Vette had such a good reception that it remained the longest running Chevy model in the brand's history, having also been the first American sports car to enter mass production. The Vette also premiered the usage of lightweight construction materials for the car's body, like plastic, at that time.
Following the acclaim garnered by the Vette's release, Chevy launched several other models, including the flashy Impala and the short lived air-cooled Corvair. During the 60's, Chevy reached its sales peak with 3 cars out of any 10 sold in the US. However, before such a performance was achieved, Chevy designed a new small-block V8 engine used to equip its '55 truck range.
This particular engine made it till today, going through plenty of modifications in the process ranging from lightweight, durable aluminum construction to ECU managed control and modern fuel injection for better dosage and increased power.
Although Chevy has been registering lower sales in the past few years due to uncontrolled brand extension, some of the “bowtie” emblazoned automobiles have become either cult classics or vintage collectibles, four wheeled icons as reminders of a past age of glory.
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Consumer Reviews
dillsonore, 11/19/2003
Chev Cav 2000, aka, LEMON
My 2000 Chev Cavalier gave me problems
right from the first 15,000 miles. In
that time I had replaced all 4 Goodyear
Tires..they all developed holes in the
sidewall...my fault even though it had
not happened to me in my 20 yrs of auto
ownership. Goodyear would not prorate
any tires. At 40K, the radio went out.
Fortunately, I had an extended
warranty, but I had to fight w/Robert
Levis Chev in Slidell, La to get it
fixed. While fixing the radio, they
damaged the digital oddometer (they
wouldn't admit it!). After this
incident, I've had to repair the fuel
pump, battery and alternator, and other
stuff I'm forgetting. I'm buying a new
car, thank God.
crazeduncanny, 07/09/2012
Fun little car
I had this in highschool. It was fun, looked cool for the year, got great gas mileage, and never gave me any issues.
mercifultuesday, 08/18/2015
2dr Coupe
i drove it for 17 years
8/15/2016 update - STILL GOING STRONG W/173,489 miles.
I bought mine brand new in 2000. It is bright red with tan cloth interior. It is the base car with no power anything except brakes & steering. Exactly what I wanted! 3 speed automatic transmission and a 2.2L 4 cyl engine. Plenty of pep when it was new, a cold a/c, a hot heater, and no blind spots to speak of. I was in love with my car. For the first 10 years the only thing I did to it besides oil changes was a few recalls under warranty, and new brake pads/shoes. At 11 years I bought new tires, a battery, and had a tune up done. At 12 years the a/c compressor had to be replaced and it cost $ 600 at a mechanics shop, then little things here and there. The rear defrost went out at 127,000 miles - but I live in Alabama, so I never replaced it. At 140,000 miles I had my original serpentine belt and hoses replaced and an inline fuel filter put on. It has never run hot, and I have never let it get below 1/4 of a tank. It doesn't use or leak oil, it shifts like it has a shift kit in it and has since brand new. 16 years later it still runs good. At 167,840 miles It received its 3rd battery. 17 years into owning it, and 178,xxx miles, it developed a short. Mechanics could not find the shortso i had to replace a battery, then another battery, then another battery. I sold my little car. It was very hard to do, but the people who bought it are getting it back on the road as soon as they can. I will see it again I'm sure.
shriekpawing, 04/19/2006
Chevy Z24 Convertible
I purchased this car new. It has always been very reliable. It is a sharp looking car with white striping and tinted windows. It is a lot of fun to drive and I always have envious compliments wherever I go. I have had several new cars in my life and this is the one I liked the most.
frarchedalfred, 10/09/2019
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
"Constantly in shop"
Bought this in 2011 through a private sale, and regretted it ever since. CONSTANTLY in the repair shop (to the point that my regular mechanic got sick of seeing it). It just got totalled in an accident; the other vehicle (I believe a Nissan Sentra) had comparatively minor damage, while this Cavalier twisted into a pretzel. In all honesty, I'm glad the thing was wrecked, because I had come to hate this car. Goodbye and good riddance to it.
awokepogo, 08/19/2019
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
"Very good car"
Very good car, owned this car for 10 years and only had to do normal things like oil, tires, breaks to it.
conclusiongigabyte, 04/07/2019
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
"great condition"
new tires, new brakes, new wipers, low actual mileage 69000. Body condition perfect.
I have owned and still have a 2009 Kia amanti it is now 2024 I have 51000 miles on this car excellent handling in all weather except ice and deep snow very fast in traffic I think the handling is tight and responsive. My spouse has driven this on the interstate frequently and the first thing he did was get it up to 220 mph at this speed is floaty but under 80 mph just a pleasure to drive *****
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