Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible

19841991 · 32 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
22
Best
26

The Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible has been tested by the EPA across 32 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1991. Over this period, the Cavalier Convertible has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1991
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1991
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000172620MPG
1989
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1989
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000162620MPG
1988
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182520MPG
1988
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400223025MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400223125MPG
1987
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1987
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1986
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
1986
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,700192622MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500212924MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,500222724MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,300233226MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spdRegular
$3,300162218MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,400222925MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400213125MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 3-spdRegular
$2,850182621MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 4-spdRegular
$2,500213024MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spdRegular
$2,400213125MPG

Historical Efficiency

1991
20
1989
20
1988
21
1987
25
1986
25
1985
26
1984
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Cavalier Convertible) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Cavalier grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
13
Total Deaths
12

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
7.7%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
7.7%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

91%
Front
9%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1991
2
1989
1
1988
2
1987
2
1986
2
1985
2
1984
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory