1999 Chevrolet Cavalier towing capacity
The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is published in 3 configurations with a tow rating of 1,000 lb (very light towing only).
The table below lists every trim of the 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z24 Coupe 2D | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 150 | 155 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,617 | — |
| LS Sedan 4D | 4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter | 115 | 135 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,676 | — |
| Z24 Convertible 2D | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 150 | 155 | — | 1,000 | — | 2,838 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1998
The 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier carried a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb. The 1999 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1999 Chevrolet models
The rest of Chevrolet's 1999 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 11,000 |
| 1999 Chevrolet 2500 HD Extended CAB | 11,000 |
| 1999 Chevrolet 2500 HD Regular CAB | 11,000 |
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Extended CAB | 11,000 |
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Regular CAB | 11,000 |
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Regular CAB | 11,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.