Chevrolet Cavalier III (J) 2.2 i (122 Hp) Automatic
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Chevrolet Cavalier:
The Chevrolet Cavalier is a line of compact cars produced by Chevrolet. Serving as the replacement of the Chevrolet Monza, the Cavalier was the second Chevrolet model line to adopt front-wheel drive. Three versions of the Cavalier have been sold, including three generations sold in North America from model years 1982 to 2005, a version produced by SAIC-GM for China from 2016 to 2021, and a SAIC-GM version produced for Mexico since the 2019 model year.
The Cavalier was among the inaugural vehicles of the GM J platform. One of the first "world cars" of General Motors, the J platform was developed for use by each North American GM division , alongside international models for Opel, Vauxhall, and Holden. Though sharing chassis underpinnings, J-body cars from Europe and Australia used slightly different body designs and different powertrains; in Europe, the Vauxhall Cavalier and Opel Ascona were marketed as mid-size cars. Initially a divisional counterpart of the Buick Skyhawk, Cadillac Cimarron, Oldsmobile Firenza, and Pontiac J2000, the Cavalier was primarily marketed alongside the Pontiac Sunbird....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (J) Overview:
Chevrolet Cavalier (III (J)). With 176 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1174 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Offers slightly more power than the base 2.2L, but the automatic transmission can dull responsiveness.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is less competitive compared to other trims, especially considering its modest power output.
Best Use Case:
City / Basic Commute
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Generally reliable engines
- • Simple and easy to maintain
- • Good fuel economy on some trims
- • Practical daily driver
Cons:
- • Dated interior design
- • Basic safety features for modern standards
- • Uninspired driving dynamics
- • Road noise can be high
- • Limited rear passenger space
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1988 - 1994).
| General: |
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Cavalier |
| Generation: | III (J) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 i (122 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 55.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 176 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L61 More details about the engine L61 |
| Engine displacement: | 2190 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 9.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.6 kg/Hp, 103.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1174 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 369 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4630 mm |
| Width: | 1684 mm |
| Height: | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2573 mm |
| Front track: | 1417 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1438 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/75 R14 S |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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