1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL Coupe
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- Photo: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, front left, 05-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1992-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier VL coupe in Bright Aqua Metallic, front left, 10-12-2020 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 88-90 Chevrolet Cavalier sedan by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible, rear left, 05-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevy Cavalier Z24 Convertible Interior with Digital Gauges by Puffin77, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL Coupe is a 2.2-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $8,002 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Cavalier measures 178.6 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,436 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $8,002 ($19,898 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L inline-4, throttle-body fuel injection, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 in (steel) |
| Wheels Rear | 13 in (steel) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178.6 in |
| Width | 66 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,436 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 30.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL Coupe with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAVALIER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
55 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAVALIER
Owner Complaints
55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet CAVALIER (2 mention a crash, 12 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 19 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Fuel System | 4 |
| Gasoline | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1990 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.