2005 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport Coupe
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- Photo: 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier VL in Light Grey Metallic, Front Right, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sedan, front left, 06-19-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: TACT speeding violation (3698915292) by Oregon Department of Transportation, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 in Deep Purple Metallic, Rear Right, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport (2dr), left rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport Coupe is a 2.2-liter inline-4 coupe with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,075 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Cavalier measures 180.9 inches long on a 104.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,749 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,075 ($30,079 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.2L inline-4 DOHC Ecotec (L61), sequential fuel injection, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 2.2 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 14 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in (chrome) |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in (chrome) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.9 in |
| Width | 68.7 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,749 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport 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 |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 4-DR.: overall not rated
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet CAVALIER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 17, 2008 · STEERING
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WELD CONNECTING THE INNER TUBE TO THE OUTER TUBE MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
Consequence: IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
NHTSA campaign 08E063000
287 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet CAVALIER
Owner Complaints
287 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet CAVALIER (7 mention a crash, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 211 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Structure | 14 |
| Hydraulic | 13 |
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 2005 CHEVROLET CAVALIER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.