1992 Chevrolet Cavalier

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS)

Combined Economy

20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic, Manual

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.1L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement	2.2 L to 3.1 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	3 to 5
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

91V166000: 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.
Remedy: INSPECT HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES AND, WHERE NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING.
Reported September 23, 1991. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 11, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 20, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 11, 2026

Data verified: November 11, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

1993 Chevrolet Cavalier
Wagon, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
1991 Chevrolet Cavalier
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier have?

Varies by configuration: 2.2L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.1L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.