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A Better 1996’s Model: The 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier RS

Frequently you will find that buyers of the Chevrolet Cavalier are very excited about their new car. The Cavalier has held a place among the top of the Cavalier line of car for more than a decade. It is an important car, and the 1997 model is no different. The Chevrolet Cavalier comes under the heading of coupe models that are exiciting.

Stop and Go

Chevrolet Cavalier Engine Specs: The Cavalier RS comes outfitted with a Vortec 2.2 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 8 valves. The engine, manufactured by General Motors, is mated to a four-speed transaxle by General Motors. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Chevrolet.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Cavalier uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The Cavalier is 180.70 inches long, 67.90 inches wide, and 54.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 104.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $13,380, with a dealer invoice cost of $12,377. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1997 Cavalier’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 15.20 gallons.

The Cavalier RS received a miles-per-gallon rating of 22 - 25 in-city driving and 32 - 34 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 1997 model year was very successful for the Chevrolet Cavalier. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the RS version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.