1993 Chevrolet Cavalier

US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons

The 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier is listed in the US market as a wagon 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.

96I001000: 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.
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.
Reported January 23, 1996. View on NHTSA
93V121000: 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."
Remedy: REPLACE THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE ASSEMBLY ON CIERA AND CENTURY MODELS, AND BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSES ON CAVALIER AND SUNBIRD MODELS.
Reported July 21, 1993. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1993 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 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1993 Chevrolet Cavalier?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.