2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
| MSRP: | $14,410 - $17,710 |
| Invoice: | $13,473 - $16,559 |
| Total: | 26 reviews |
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| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 10 reviews | |
| Average | 7 reviews | |
| Poor | 1 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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The 2005 model year was the last for the workhorse Chevrolet Cavalier. The midsize compact was more than showing its age: The bad juju of its outdated platform and iffy safety record was redeemed only by the '05 Cavalier's very affordable price.
No significant changes were made to the 2005 Chevy Cavalier. Three trims were available: the base model, LS, and LS Sport. All three trims were offered in both coupe and sedan bodystyles.
GM offered some modern conveniences for the 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. OnStar and XM satellite radio were available, and a surprisingly high-end stereo system, with CD player and MP3 capability, came standard. Still, the interior of the 2005 Cavalier was nothing special - comfortable enough, but definitely economy class.
Economy was also the watchword when it came to fuel efficiency for the '05 Chevrolet Cavalier. Its EPA highway mileage of 24 mpg city, 33 mpg highway is definitely part of the car's appeal. And its fuel economy doesn't come at the expense of power: Under the hood, the 2005 Cavalier has a 2.2-liter, dual overhead cam inline-4 engine clocked at 140 horsepower, plenty of oomph for the Cav's less than 3,000 pounds of curb weight.
Alas, the Chevy Cavalier never quite succeeded in competing with other compacts like the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. But if you're looking for a used-car bargain, the Cav might be just the ticket!
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 10 reviews | |
| Average | 7 reviews | |
| Poor | 1 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“Fun”
The performance was okay. Acceleration wasn't that good but the braking and handling was better. The interior of the car was real nice. Cost of ownership was decent. Got good gas mileage and everythin... More
“My Cavalier”
I love this car! Not only did it cost me 8 grand, but it runs beautifully. The stickshift adds control to acceleration and gearbox maintenance is minimal. Gas Milage is around 25 mpg and those 25 mp... More
“Great Car”
it has wonderful get up and go it will even grab rubber in fourth gear it also will pull 13's in a quarter mile stock it does 16's i only have a cold air intake and exhaust done with a body kit but th... More
“You Get What You Pay For ”
The car has great looks for the prize range and performance is great as well. The car was good on gas. The only trouble is there were some things that felt cheap. The seat were not that comfortable... More
“It's Paid Off, I'll Run Her To The Ground.”
It's stick, so it rocks more than most automatics. Also, I can get 40 mi/gal on highway only, or 30 mi/gal city.... and still have a little fun shifting around. Chevy poorly engineered the clutch line... More
“Verry Nice”
well let me see here it is light weight small and hase about 150 hp stock. The handleing is good. the cost is great for what your getting, it is a fun car to drive. maby lol who cares. lol More
“Black Sunshine ”
it was stick so it had pick up, just no top end. held up pretty well body wise. a few small things came off here and there, only after a few years tho. over all a good solid car that was a good begi... More
“Cavy2envy”
I love the color it is a metallic blue(Arrival Blue Metallic)....so far I have -the Carbon Fiber taillight conversion - B&M short throw shifter -Injen intake - Keystone Brickyard 3 piece spoiler that ... More
“2005 Cav”
The first new car I ever owned. Traded my 99 Silverado for it in hopes the fuel economy would pay it off. It was a peppy little thing that served me well while I had it. I put 68,000 miles on it be... More
“2005 Chevy Cavalier”
I bought my 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier in March of 2005. The only problem I have had with it was a loose brake line. Of course there have been small things that are just the normal wear and tear. I have ... More
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Trims
| MSRP: | $14,610 |
| Invoice: | $13,660 |
| MSRP: | $14,410 |
| Invoice: | $13,473 |
| MSRP: | $16,290 |
| Invoice: | $15,231 |
| MSRP: | $16,090 |
| Invoice: | $15,044 |
| MSRP: | $17,710 |
| Invoice: | $16,559 |
| MSRP: | $17,510 |
| Invoice: | $16,372 |
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Articles from Around the Web
- carsurvey.org — Great car for the money I paid... More
- www.fueleconomy.gov — Fuel economy guide for the 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Automatic (4 speed) 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier... More
- www.fueleconomy.gov — Fuel economy guide for the 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Manual (5 speed) 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier... More
- www.edmunds.com — No major changes as the Chevy Cavalier gallops into the automotive sunset. More
- www.edmunds.com — I am currently building up my cavalier to race and take to car shows. (64 more reviews available)... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier... More
- autos.msn.com — family car (39 more reviews on MSN Autos). More
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