1992 Chevrolet Cavalier

$11,300

from

listings

$11K–$11K

price range

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Low$11,300

High$11,300

From$11,300

Avg Mileage75,000 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 1 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of Aug 2026

1992 Chevrolet Cavalier Trims

All Trims Combined

From$11,300

$11K–$11K

1 listings75,000 avg miles

From$6,455

4 listings|$6K–$10K

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Chevrolet Cavalier Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 161 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

161

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

91V1660001991-23-09

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING IS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR MISSING, LEADING TO A CONDITION WHERE THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH DOES NOT ENGAGE THE SECONDARY STRIKER.

IF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH IS NOT ENGAGED, AND THEPRIMARY HOOD LATCH WAS ALSO NOT ENGAGED, THE HOOD COULD OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY. IFTHIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE HOOD MAY CONTACT THE WINDSHIELD,REDUCING THE FORWARD VISION AREA OF THE DRIVER AND A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 161 owners have filed complaints about the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic51

02Electrical System21

03Seat Belts11

04Seats11

05Engine And Engine Cooling10

161 total across 1 model years (1992–1992)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Chevrolet Cavalier Fuel Economy

20–26mpg combined

17-22city

26-33hwy

$2,600-$3,400/yr

Across 6 configurations, the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier returns 20–26 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Cavalier - Manual 5-spd

26mpg

2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city33 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Cavalier - Automatic 3-spd

24mpg

2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Cavalier Wagon - Automatic 3-spd

24mpg

2.2L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Cavalier - Automatic 3-spd

21mpg

3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Cavalier Wagon - Automatic 3-spd

21mpg

3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

18 city26 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Cavalier - Manual 5-spd

20mpg

3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier

7States

56%in top 3

22% of the market sits in Alabama, though listings span 7 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

ALAlabama

222%

CACalifornia

222%

ILIllinois

111%

NENebraska

111%

AZArizona

111%

NVNevada

111%

WAWashington

111%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1992.

1992 Chevrolet Cavalier Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?

You'll get between 20 and 26 MPG combined from the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC problems top the list with 161 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.