Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sedan
The third generation of the Chevrolet Cavalier, which first debuted in 1995, featured a larger size and more aerodynamic styling, taking cues from its bigger brother, the Chevrolet Camaro. There were several body styles available, including coupe, sedan, convertible, and an LS Sedan, equipped with power windows and door locks, along with 15 or 16-inch wheels as options. Models in the GM lineup released in 1997 actually pushed the Cavalier to become the top selling car.
All available engines were four-cylinder types, the base and RS models continuing to use the 122 Pushrod engine, which came with either a 3-speed or 5-speed manual transmission. In 1996, a 4-speed automatic transmission was made available. The Z24 and LS convertible used the 2.3 L LD2 Quad-4 engine in 1995, while the 2.4 liter DOHC LD9 engine was available in the following years, with an output of 150 hp and 155 lb·ft of torque. In 2000, the Cavalier received a minor facelift, including bigger headlights and an improved grille, as well as the addition of the "CAVALIER" badge and new hubcaps on the trunklid. The Z24 models came with the 5-speed Getrag F23 manual transmission, with the choice of an automatic for both the Z24 and the LS Models. Also in 2000, a four-door Z24 Sedan joined the lineup, with similar mechanics but a less sporty body.
In 2001, the 3-speed automatic transmission was dropped from the base models and the 4-speed automatic was installed across the whole Cavalier line. The RS was replaced by the LS Sport line, which employed the new Ecotec L61 motors, giving 140 hp and 150 lb·ft of torque. Eventually, in 2003, the Ecotec motors replaced the 122 Pushrod engine in the base models and stayed until 2005, when the Chevrolet Cavalier was replaced by the Chevrolet Cobalt. An optional Eaton M45 Supercharger kit was available for the Z24 trim, increasing performance to 190 hp and 195 lb·ft of torque.
Two facelifts were made to the Cavalier during its production, one in 2000 and another in 2003, which included a new front end design as well as a different rear lift gate. Although the car earned several low scores in crash tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it was built at Lordstown Assembly, South Gate Assembly, Lansing Car Assembly, Lansing Craft Centre, Janesville Assembly, Ramos Arizpe, and Leeds Assembly. Production ended on October 6, 2005.
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