The Chevrolet Cavalier was Chevrolet's entry-level model from 1989 to 1997 (1992 in Canada), as well as a version of the GM J platform. In the 2000s, it was the brand's best-seller – coming fifth in the US market, behind the likes of the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Honda Civic and Ford Taurus. This car is said to have been successful in combating the influx of compact imported vehicles, starting with the Corvair, Vega, Monza and the Chevette, of which the Cavalier was the successor. The Cavalier was also offered in the UK badged as the Vauxhall-badged version of the Opel Ascona C, and had been used by Vauxhall since 1976.
The Cavalier was offered in two-door sedan, four-door sedan and four-door wagon models. It was originally released with the hatchback Accord-like bodystyle, replacing the stylish Monza; however, the Chevette was kept despite declining sales. All generations of the Cavalier have been criticized by automotive publications for their aging platform, interior design and quality. The third generation model had very poor crash test ratings, with a higher risk of pelvic injury according to the NHTSA.
The car was built in Lordstown, Ohio, Lansing, Michigan, Janesville, Wisconsin, and Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, Mexico. Production of the Cavalier was officially ended in October 2004.
Generations
+ First generation (1982-1987)
+ Second generation (1988-1994)
+ Third generation (1995-2005)
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