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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier User Reviews

2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 57 reviews

  • Performance:3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5 / 5
  • Appearance:3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars3.7 out of 5 stars 3.7 / 5
  • Build Quality:3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5 / 5
  • Overall:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 33 reviews
"ride" 27 reviews
"power" 9 reviews
"cheap car" 9 reviews
"speed" 7 reviews
CONS
"power" 6 reviews
"interior" 4 reviews
"ride" 4 reviews
"build quality" 3 reviews
"noise" 2 reviews

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veeps writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Coupe Review
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Dependable, stylish enough on its own

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Front seats are bad for the back, and I always lose the "want me to drive" question, because passengers think that the passenger seat is too low and uncomfortable.

veeps
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Sturdy, Dependable, Stylish-looking Car — It's only started shedding parts recently (2012) since 2004. Until now, no problems. Have recently replace my starter, my windshield wiper linkage, and am now struggling with my shifter linkage. I've driven her to Lubbock and back (Austin) several times, and taken a few other road trips.

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Richie writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport Coupe Review
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it took the nastiest beating and survived all except 1

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the breaks could be upgraded

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My Chevy Was Great. — I had chrome wheels 17 inch nice and shiny. Decent amount of horsepower after you add a couple cheap modifications. Didn't cost much to own. 5 speed manual is always fun and front wheel drive is very exceptional for winter unless you want to make it exciting! i sold it

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Steven writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Coupe Review
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Affordable

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Too common

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Fun For A Starter Car. — It never goes wrong and keeps on going. Faster then most in its category. Fits 3 people and 3 snowboards inside without using the trunk. Great at driving in snow and doesn't cost a lot on gas. Worth the money i paid.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Kyle writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Review
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gas milage

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wind noise

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04 Cavi — i bought this car coming out of training for the military and i drive it about 60 miles a day to school and back. i get great gas milage, and never have any problems with any thing. im about to do some minor mods to it soon

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Landon writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Coupe Review
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its a junky car, yet fun

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its built out of plastic lol

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Fun — its a decent junky car. surprisingly good take off and speed, for a little 4 cyl. but only reason it's good is because it's manual. id recommend this car for a first car. but thats it. it's not a very nice car, just fun.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Lucas writes:
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very reliable for the year and model!

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no cruise control and windows stick at times!

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I 1000% Love This Car! — a very fun car, i drove a while ago and it was a a really good ride! it is very good when it comes to gas because this car can keeping gonig and going! oh and this car is very fun!

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Matt writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Coupe Review
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Good starter car

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Farthest thing from luxery

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Good — I like that i can do stupid stuff in it without feeling guilty haha. But really, its a pretty cheap, reliable car and a good car to start with. Very fun to drive. However, the interior is very sub par.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Fred writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Base Review
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It was given to me by my father - means alot, easy on fuel, sporty, and nice handling car

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Nothin really...interior could be a little better built, like the center console

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.......can Take It Anywhere.....has Gotten Me Outta Sketchy Situations And I Just Love It!!!! — Love this thing. It's basically my little tank. Looks a little sporty too! Take it anywhere, and easy on fuel, fun and easy to drive and can perform quick and abrasive maneuvers with ease. Awesome pick up, wicked bottom end power!!!!!!!

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Charles writes:
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it saved gas

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its really small and the build quality sucks

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Just Pull The Ecotec Engine And Pair It With A 4t65e Hydramatic Trans...it Will Be Better Off.. — performance.. the car sucks but I live the performance of it.. i mean for a 4-banger, it flew but it also saved gas like no ones business.. I miss it because of how economical it is but i hate how the interior stayed the same from the 3rd gen(1995-2002)models

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Cj writes:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Review
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gas miliage

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tires

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Idk — good gas miliage fun to drive good cd player alloy wheels air conditioner works well but sometimes gets too cold heat works well also but can get too hot bucket seats cruise control is a little hard to work but its ok

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Cost $5,002 Average Instant Market Value $7,106 Average Instant Market Value $7,435 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 33 31 34
Horsepower 140 145 115
Crash Test Rating 4 4 5
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.9 41.8 42.2

Reviews From Other Years

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

Pretty Good Car By Nick

i dont like that it has no power windows, no power locks, and the number one thing cruise control.this car is fun because it has lots of aftermarket upgrades so it is fast. i like the overall lokk of ... Read More

When In Need Of A Cheap Car! By Chad

when you are desperately in need a cheap car that is half decent on gas and is not that big of an eyesore this is the car you need. it will get you from point a to b without too many problems. Read More

Read all 26 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier reviews

2003 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

An Ok Starter Car. There Are Alot Better Out There. By Chad

This was an imported platform from GM Europe. The engine and trans were both well made, but the linkage between them was a weak point and would cause oil leakage almost immediately. If you add oil t... Read More

Horrible. Don't Buy It. By rbitz

After a month, I had to replace the clutch. Required taking apart the entire engine. After 2 months, have now had brake problems twice. When I was driving, the car started to slow down, and started to... Read More

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2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

Good Styling. Cheap Parts. Easy To Upgrade. By TheCavalierGuy

I love the overall looks and the paint color. I love the 2.4L Twin Cam engine, it's has great acceleration. The engine, body, and brakes are very easy to upgrade. The only dislike is the dash. It beco... Read More

Cheap Hardly Effiect Virtulally Runs On Luck Every Time Chevrolet At It's Worst! By Kelly

Performance- NONE! Build Quality - S*** Appearance -Looks good at first Cost of Ownership -Gas mileage was decent, but the maintenance was a wallet drainer Fun Factor -None really. What can o say... Read More

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2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

Red Cavalier With Black Stars On It By Caisha

I liked the fact that this car was reliable. It was worth the price I bought it for. It gets good gas mileage and is low maintenance. I enjoyed the car for the time i had it, but im ready for somethin... Read More

I Would Get One In A 5 Speed By Matthew

fun summer cruiser. doesnt get the mileage i had hoped for but it looks sharp flying down the track. i was impressed by how nice it takes a curve at 50 and it definately needs to be a 5 speed Read More

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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Reviews

Quick Acceleration If Equipped With The 2.4l Engine. By TheCavalierGuy

I'm not big on the 4-door models, unless it's the RARE 4-door fully equipped Z24 model with sunroof. I'm still looking for one any color. I love Cavalier and wish GM would start back making them. I he... Read More

Nice Sporty Car For Chevy!!! By Megz

I love this car even though I dont like Silver Cars hence the nickname the "Silver Bullet" If I had more money I would have put more Modifications into it. Not that I recommend racing but lets just s... Read More

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