Overview & Reviews

New LS Sport trim level for coupes and sedans that features an all-new 2.2-liter EcoTec engine. A Z24 sedan joins the Z24 coupe at the top end of the lineup, while both the LS and base model Cavalier gain additional standard equipment and an optional Sport appearance package. Both Z24 models get an upgraded stereo and an optional Sport appearance package will be available later in the year. Three new colors have also been added along with an upgraded cloth interior.

• Affordably priced, new EcoTec four-cylinder engine, Z24 is a stylish and speedy low-buck sport coupe.

• You get what you pay for in terms of feature content, haphazard build quality, dreadfully uncomfortable seats.

User Reviews:

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  Can anyone say - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By LMXRacer - January 12 - 10:00 am

  I am a sport compact guy, domestic of course. I buy a sub $20,000 car, and modify it for racing, so I am hard on almost every aspect of the car, and both z-24s (my old 99 and my new 02) have held up extremely well. Of course I keep them maintained, but that goes without saying. An excellent base with which to build upon, if you are into this lifestyle as I am. With a few simple engine, exhaust, and tranny mods

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  Cavalier Nightmare - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By mark0 - January 12 - 10:00 am

  Low engine coolant light came on after 4 weeks... Crack in Engine block all the coolant drained into the engine and mixed with the oil. Dealer replaced engine. without car for 2 weeks. Then the alternator died at 3 months... Did anyone else have so many problems?

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  Cavalier is K-mart class JUNK! - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By tony22r - November 12 - 8:36 am

  Blown head gaskets after 36,000 miles. Electrical shorts/problems since new. Transmission & engine oil pans leaked like a Pig since new. Windows fell of their tracks. LOTS of squeaks, rattles, annoying sounds coming from engine, passenger compartment, transmission. In short, do NOT buy a Chev Cavalier! It is PURE JUNK!

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  Good starter car - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Erica - July 30 - 10:07 am

  I like the sporty look of the outside and the ease of driving it. However, the seats could be more comfortable and the alloy rims are very expensive to replace. It has the basic features I need and is a good starter car.

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  The Car - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By jenna - March 13 - 2:00 am

  This is a good car for one or two children and two adults for longer rides, fits car seats great, its very easy to drive and very comfortable to ride in and ill probably keep buying these cars for a long time.

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  Cavalier "The Best" - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By car man - March 7 - 10:00 am

  Great performance, very comfortable, lots of leg room

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  Real world... - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By john1428 - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Havent owned it long enough for eval, but had one for 10 years and 140,000 trouble free miles, and this one is much better in initial quality. This is a great day-to-day commuter car, does a better job of providing real-world transportation than my last car, which cost $10,000 more. Outstanding deal with rebate, lots of car for the money, great looks.

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  a great car! - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By ryan sarver - January 24 - 4:36 am

  175k miles and still going strong, has only ever had normal maintenance, this is my 2nd cavalier, my first one was a 03, I was young and dumb and was running close to 100mph, hit a phone box, went thru a fence, hit 2 trees then backed the car out of the woods and walked away unharmed, I can not complain with this car I love it

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  Great Vehicle - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Mike C - January 3 - 7:13 pm

  A near perfect car with outstanding handling, good fuel ecomomy (30+), and very comfortable. I am very satisfied with my Z24. Your web site is incorrect when it states that all of these have 5-speed manual transmissions. Mine has a four-speed automatic transmission with traction control. That is not available with the 5-speed manual and does make a substantial difference in value. I am a professional used car and truck buyer that attends auto auctions weekly. I am very familiar with the actual wholesale and retail values. Your site is does not contain realistic values for many of the vehicles I researched on it.

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  A Great Car For the Money - 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Matt - December 23 - 1:49 am

  We bought this car with just 55K and so far it needed nothing and is holding up quite well. The little 2.2 is more powerful than you would think and the transmission is smooth. Fuel economy is an average of 35-40 MPG. The AC and heater are strong and the CD/cassette player has great sound and is RDS equipped. The interior while well designed is full of cheap plastic but its still holding up well. The seats are comfortable but look and feel cheap. Interior room is not bad for a small car.