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Not Your Father’s Cavalier - The 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS

A high point in the sedan market is the Chevrolet Cavalier. In 2001 Chevrolet rolled out an upgraded version of the Cavalier with three versions: Base, LS, and Z24. Sales for the Cavalier, especially the Cavalier LS, were brisk during 2001 and 2002. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the increased interest.

Under the Hood

Standard equipment in the Cavalier for 2000 and 2001 includes the 2.2 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 4 cylinders and eight valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Cavalier.

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

Statistics

The Cavalier is 180.90 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $13,360 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $12,492. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2001 Cavalier’s exceptional 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 14.30 gallons.

The Cavalier LS received a miles-per-gallon rating of 23 - 24 in-city driving and 29 - 34 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Chevrolet Cavalier

The 2001 model year was very successful for the Chevrolet Cavalier. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the LS version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.