1993 Chevrolet Cavalier RS Convertible
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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 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier RS Convertible is a 2.2-liter inline-4 convertible with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,870 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 182.3 inches long on a 101.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,678 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,870 ($35,694 *) |
| 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 | 15 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.3 in |
| Width | 66.3 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,678 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 38.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 47.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier RS Convertible 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
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 Chevrolet CAVALIER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 23, 1996 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH INSUFFICIENT RETENTION OF THE HORN PAD.
Consequence: THE HORN PAD CAN SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING WHEEL FALLING BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL SPOKES. THE HORN PAD COULD BECOME JAMMED BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL SPOKES AND THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER, RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER, HORN PAD, AND HORN WIRING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE HORN PAD RETENTION CLIPS, INSTALL HORN PAD RETENTION BRACKETS TO THE STEERING WHEEL, REINSTALL THE HORN PAD AND ASSURE THAT THE HORN PAD IS PROPERLY RETAINED.
NHTSA campaign 96I001000
Jul 21, 1993 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE BRAKE HOSES WERE MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY, AND DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 106, "BRAKE HOSES."
Consequence: THE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED BRAKE HOSES CAN CAUSEREDUCED BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS AND/OR UNEVEN BRAKING, WHICH COULD RESULT IN ANACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY ON CIERA AND CENTURY MODELS, AND BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSES ON CAVALIER AND SUNBIRD MODELS.
NHTSA campaign 93V121000
152 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Chevrolet CAVALIER
Owner Complaints
152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Chevrolet CAVALIER (13 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 9 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Hydraulic | 52 |
| Service Brakes | 52 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 34 |
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Seat Belts | 10 |
| Seats | 8 |
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 1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.