1999
Chevrolet Cavalier

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  • 2dr Cpe
    Starts at
    $11,916
    23 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn
    Starts at
    $12,016
    23 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe RS
    Starts at
    $13,176
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn LS
    Starts at
    $14,456
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Z24
    Starts at
    $16,016
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Convertible Z24
    Starts at
    $19,616
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas L4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
3/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
1/5
Side rear passenger
2/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.7
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 4.7

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  • By Bani from Morristown,Tn
    Owns this car
    December 9, 2023

    Reliability exceeds expectations!

    Exceeded (Most (comfortable)expectations,reliability,dependability,economical,sporty,entertaining,soon "collectors item". Classy for age,trendy ,I have the two door coupe,black I terior,automatic,bucket seats,it's run its running fairly,handles very well,safe to drive,color&cute for dating.Great gas efficiency,notable "Iroc Z".
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chevy fan from Greeneville TN.
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2020

    The most reliable car I’ve ever owned

    I’ve owned this car since 2002 and it’s still running good. Except for some air conditioning issues, this car has been so reliable. I’ve had to put front brake pads on it several times but i sure got my money’s worth on it. It has 205k miles and still runs great. I won’t trade it off until it just quits running, however much longer that is! I love it!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Swissna from Indianapolis, Indiana
    Owns this car
    November 11, 2019

    Most reliable car I’ve ever had

    I got a ‘99 sedan as my first car, I paid 500 for it from my brother, who bought it off my older brother before that. This poor thing has been through everything from those two. It’s been flipped, spun out, and slammed against a pillar (by no fault of the car, my brother’s are terrible drivers and have totaled 5 cars between the two) and it runs perfectly still. Its front passenger fender was sheared by the pillar my brother hit and all the lights still worked, and no alignment damage. It has fantastic gas mileage and is a sturdy and reliable car, as well as affordable. I still drive it as a back up car and love that thing. It has an insane amount of mileage on it and can still make my daily 2 hour commute to work with no problems, besides being a little loud, my only other complaint is the cup holders. Only one is useful.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By mnjennifer from elk river MN
    Owns this car
    September 20, 2019

    Fun and fast

    Zippy and comfortable. I get decent gas mileage. ICE COLD a/c. Lots of room for such a small car!! I can see well in the dark.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By nitrofish from Pittston
    Owns this car
    February 10, 2018

    Most cost affordable vehicle

    Very reasonable car to maintain the most reliable vehicle i ever owned never let me down Chevrolet should have never stopped making them I don't think Chevrolet ever Imagined that it would be so reliable
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Trich from Millwood , VA
    Owns this car
    September 17, 2017

    Great running car in a small package/

    This Chevy Cavalier is a sturdy compact car, good on gas, and very reliable and an all around great ride!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By tysbestgirl from Logansport, IN
    Owns this car
    June 4, 2017

    Best car ever

    This was the best running vehicle and most dependable of anything I ever had! This car would keep on running like an Energizer bunny!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Terri from Toledo
    Owns this car
    January 6, 2014

    Best car in the world.....ever

    I bought my 99 Cavalier Coupe in March 2006 with 97k on it. I bought because I needed a car to handle the long 40 mile commute to work and my 2004 Chevy Venture was too much on gas. The Cavalier was really basic, but decent nonetheless. It was really good on gas getting me 35+ MPG. I am really satisfied with my little red Chevy. It now has 182k on it and it's still running like a champ. I am giving it to my daughter who is getting her license in just a few weeks.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By stu from Puyallup, WA
    Owns this car
    September 19, 2010

    Great Car

    Bought a 99 Cav Z24 convertable--one of the most reliable cars ever owned. Kept up on the oil changes (use Mobil 1) and this little car purrs like akiten. The power window motors are a pain in the rear but everything works great. It had 30,000 miles on it when i bought it and now has 130,000 on it. Been driving it to Seattle (from Puyallup) most every day. Buy one, you'll ike it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By CareBear39 from South Dakota
    Owns this car
    September 6, 2010

    A Dependable Means of Transportation!!!!!

    I bought my Cavalier new 12 years ago and never had a problem with it. Even in 30 below weather it always was dependable and started. I was faithful with regular checkups and maintenance and I definitely got my monies worth before trading it in for a different car.....only because I wanted something newer......I hope my jeep treats me as good as my cavalier did!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By dennis from Union Beach
    Owns this car
    April 26, 2010

    Bang for your buck.

    If you need a car to get you to point a to point b and you dont have alot of money to spend on a new car, this is the car for you! I have had 3 cavalier z24's since I have started driving and all drove really well. The 2.4L motor adds a little something to driving and the exterior styling looks pretty good. The inside of the car could have been more thought out. Theres one cup holder that works and the other you can put change in or make it a ash tray. The first one I owned was a coupe and the only complaint that I have is the window motors. Bad quality and that factory radio should be replaced from the get-co to avoid a issue. The convertable style leaked like a civ when it was rainging and lead to a world of electric problems. Not to mention going into work with a wet butt. Overall, if it rains watch the weather with this one people if its going to rain put garbage bags on your seats. If its sunny your going to have a fun ride on a great day.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Cavalier Lover
    Owns this car
    March 16, 2009

    Great Looking and Running Car

    This is a great car! This was my first car that I bought, for only $2500, two years back. I bought it with 80,000miles and it drove great! The only problems it had were a few electrical problems with the daytime running lights. Only had to replace the tires once and refurbish the rotors and drums. For it only being 2.2L it had some power, and is very aftermarket friendly, I added an intake and exhaust system. I would've driven this car for a very long time, had it not been totalled, in a fender bender. Chevy didn't perfect their airbag deployment system until 2000. So at 10mph the airbags deployed and broke the dash and windshield,totalling it. My only complaint.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier?

The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is available in 4 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • LS (1 style)
  • RS (1 style)
  • Z24 (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier?

The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier reliable?

The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier owners.

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 4.7
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