Overview & Reviews

The 2.3-liter Quad 4 is replaced after just one year by a 2.4-liter twin-cam engine. Four-speed automatic transmission includes traction control. Daytime running lights debut, remote keyless entry is optional on LS and Z24 and base models get new interior fabrics and an Appearance Package.

User Reviews:

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  Fun, reliable Car!!! - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Ann Krueger - December 10 - 2:00 am

  Not a bad car at all. I purchased it as a newer car that had some miles on it. I went to the dealership when I was living in downtown Chicago and was going to college full time. I told the salesman that I wanted a reliable, sporty car that was small and had good gas milage that I was able to afford. The first car he showed me was the one I still own to this day and am happy with!

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  My Cavilier - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Mikeh - November 26 - 2:00 am

  I am 46 Years Old and this is by far the best car I have ever owned! It has 200,000 Miles on It and is still going strong. The two biggest drawbacks about the Cavilier are the interior Plastic door panels, dash parts etc. (which break and crack from normal use) and the Air Conditioning system which devolped more leaks than any car I have owned! The repair on the A/C System would cost more than the vehicle value. But it does keep going and going!

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  Excellent Car - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Savage - November 17 - 2:00 am

  As a proud owner of a 96 Chevy Z24 for around 6 years now, I have enjoyed owning this car and never once regreted buying it. Its powerful 2.4 twin cam engine and 155lbs of torque give it a fun sporty feeling of driving and its sleek sporty look is even better. Great reliabilty and perfect for anyone to own

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  7 years and counting... - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By iowadoc - October 17 - 2:00 am

  Bought it new and now have 133000 miles. Only one significant repair (just off warranty). I just did my first tune up! Runs like a tank, reasonably comfortable, handles very well, fun to drive. I plan on going 200,000 with it. On the highway I get about 33 mpg or better. The engine will still be running when the body falls off. Ive owned at least 10 cars and this is my favorite.

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  Cavaliers are BAD buys - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By Molly - October 8 - 2:00 am

  Everything has gone wrong with this car in the past year. From the motor mounts to the rack in the rack and pinion steering to the struts.

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  96 CHEVY - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By DEBBIE - September 23 - 2:00 am

  IT IS A GREAT CAR FOR ANY AGE GROUP.

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  fooled - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By miffed - August 31 - 2:00 am

  Had a chevy z-24 prior to buying the standard 2 door coupe and loved it!! So much has gone wrong with this car I dont even know where to start. The transmision is new, the engine gasket, numerous brake problems, water pump, new trunk latch, alternator, and much more that I am forgeting about at the moment. I am so fed up with chevy that I now refuse to buy another GM product!!! I would advise any one looking into buying a car to stay away from the cavalier. The only good thing about the car is the sticker price but you will end up paying alot more.

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  I love the Z24 - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By domesticdemon - August 9 - 2:00 am

  This car is great, even thought i bought it used, it still is a great car.

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  I love this car! - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By hummgbird - July 29 - 2:00 am

  Bought the car brand new, with 15 miles on it. After 114,856 miles.. it still purrs. Havent had a lick of trouble. Just normal wear & tear. I love my car and would recommend it to everyone.

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  Good 1st car. dont fall in luv too quick - 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
  By ewest - June 16 - 2:00 am

  i bought my cavy in 96 and was in love wit the looks. the dealership also told me it was very safe with the "steel cage" and all--5*s. but after i bought it i read on edmunds and other sites that the safety was iffy at best. i havent had many problems with it outside of the faulty circuitry that makes my "check engine" light stay on all the time. i wouldnt recommend it to anyone other than a teen as a first car. but you should DEFINITELY upgrade the engine and stereo system.