The 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, the latest model year on record, is 182.7″ long, 68.1″ wide and 53.9″ tall on a 103.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,694 lb. At 15.2 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.8 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Chevrolet Cavalier generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 1988, when the new car was 5.9″ longer than the 1987 one. The biggest change in weight came in 1996: 346 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982–1986 | 172.8″ | 66.1″ | 52.4″ | 101.2″ | — |
| 1987 | 172.4″ | 66.1″ | 52.8″ | 101.2″ | 2,374 lb |
| 1988–1991 | 178.3″ | 66.1″ | 52″ | 101.2″ | 2,388 lb |
| 1992–1995 | 182.3″ | 66.1″ | 52.8″ | 101.2″ | 2,443 lb |
| 1996–2005 | 180.3″ | 68.5″ | 53.9″ | 103.9″ | 2,789 lb |
Cavalier year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 103.9″ | 4 | |
| 2004 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 103.9″ | 4 | |
| 2003 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 103.9″ | 4 | |
| 2002 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 103.9″ | 4 | |
| 2001 | 181.1″ | 68.5″ | 103.9″ | 2 | |
| 2000 | 180.7″ | 68.5″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1999 | 180.7″ | 68.5″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1998 | 180.7″ | 68.1″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1997 | 180.3″ | 68.5″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1996 | 180.3″ | 68.5″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1995 | 180.3″ | 67.3″ | 103.9″ | 3 | |
| 1994 | 181.9″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 4 | |
| 1993 | 181.9″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 4 | |
| 1992 | 181.9″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 4 | |
| 1991 | 178.7″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 3 | |
| 1990 | 178.3″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 3 | |
| 1989 | 178.7″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 5 | |
| 1988 | 178.3″ | 65.7″ | 101.2″ | 5 | |
| 1987 | 173.2″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 13 | |
| 1986 | 173.6″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 7 | |
| 1985 | 173.6″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 7 | |
| 1984 | 173.2″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 5 | |
| 1983 | 173.2″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 5 | |
| 1982 | 172.4″ | 66.1″ | 101.2″ | 4 |
Cavalier on the used market
In 61 Cavalier listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1996–2005 car is the most common: 57 of them (93%), at an average asking price of $3,433.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2005 | 57 | 93% | $3,433 | 109,860 mi |
Will a Cavalier fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.2 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.7 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length, the Cavalier is lighter than 92% and narrower than 85%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,106 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 68.1″ | 72″ | −3.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 103.9″ | 106.7″ | −2.8″ |
| Curb weight | 2,694 lb | 3,554 lb | −860 lb |
Cavalier against its rivals
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Cavalier (this car) | 2005 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 2,694 lb |
| Mazda Protege | 2003 | 174″ | 67.3″ | 2,612 lb |
| Pontiac Grand Am | 2005 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 3,124 lb |
| Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 | 184.3″ | 68.5″ | 2,639 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Cavalier bigger than the 2004?
No. The 2005 and 2004 Cavalier are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Cavalier or the Mazda Protege?
The 2003 Mazda Protege is 8.7″ shorter and 82 lb lighter than the 2005 Cavalier.
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