1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
3 trims · 5 configurations · Sedan, Coupe, Convertible
Starting MSRP
$0
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Purchase information
Based on Base
Total price (Base MSRP)
$0
Typical monthly
$0/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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Base
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $0
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 22/33
- Horsepower
- 130 hp
- Torque
- 120 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.2L I4 gas
- Seating
- —
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 13.2
- Max towing
- 1,000 lbs
LS
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $0
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 22/31
- Horsepower
- 130 hp
- Torque
- 120 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.2L I4 gas
- Seating
- —
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 13.2
- Max towing
- 1,000 lbs
Z24
- MSRP
- $0
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/30
- Horsepower
- 150 hp
- Torque
- 150 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- —
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 13.2
- Max towing
- 1,000 lbs
| Spec | Base2 configurations | LS2 configurations | Z24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 22/33 | 22/31 | 20/30 |
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 130 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 120 lb-ft | 120 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2.2L I4 gas | 2.2L I4 gas | 2.4L I4 gas |
| Seating | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 13.2 | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Max towing | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- BasegasLSgasZ24gas
- Fuel type
- Baseregular unleadedLSregular unleadedZ24regular unleaded
- Cylinders
- BaseI4LSI4Z24I4
- Displacement
- Base2.2 LLS2.2 LZ242.4 L
- Horsepower
- Base130 hpLS130 hpZ24150 hp
- Torque
- Base120 lb-ftLS120 lb-ftZ24150 lb-ft
- Transmission
- Base5-speed manualLS4-speed automaticZ245-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- Basefront wheel driveLSfront wheel driveZ24front wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- BaseSedanLSSedanZ24Coupe
- Doors
- Base4LS4Z242
- Length
- Base180.3 inLS180.3 inZ24180.3 in
- Width
- Base67.4 inLS67.4 inZ2467.4 in
- Height
- Base54.8 inLS54.8 inZ2453.2 in
- Wheelbase
- Base104.1 inLS104.1 inZ24104.1 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- Base13.2 cu ftLS13.2 cu ftZ2413.2 cu ft
- Max towing
- Base1,000 lbsLS1,000 lbsZ241,000 lbs
- Curb weight
- Base2,676 lbsLS2,676 lbsZ242,788 lbs
- Fuel tank
- Base15.2 galLS15.2 galZ2415.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- Base26LS25Z2423
- City MPG
- Base22LS22Z2420
- Highway MPG
- Base33LS31Z2430
| Spec | Base | LS | Z24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |||
| Engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 |
| Displacement | 2.2 L | 2.2 L | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 130 hp | 150 hp |
| Torque | 120 lb-ft | 120 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |||
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan | Coupe |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Length | 180.3 in | 180.3 in | 180.3 in |
| Width | 67.4 in | 67.4 in | 67.4 in |
| Height | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 53.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in | 104.1 in | 104.1 in |
| Capacity & weight | |||
| Cargo capacity | 13.2 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
| Max towing | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,676 lbs | 2,676 lbs | 2,788 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 15.2 gal | 15.2 gal | 15.2 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |||
| Combined MPG | 26 | 25 | 23 |
| City MPG | 22 | 22 | 20 |
| Highway MPG | 33 | 31 | 30 |
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1996 Chevrolet Cavalier FAQ
- How much does the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier cost?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier has a starting MSRP of $0. Trim pricing includes Base from $0; LS from $0; Z24 from $0.
- What is the fuel economy of the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier achieves up to 26 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier have?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier offers up to 13.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- How much can the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier tow?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
- How many trims does the 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier come in?
- The 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is available in 3 trims (5 total configurations) across Sedan and Coupe and Convertible body styles with front wheel drive.