Chevrolet Cavalier towing capacity by year

The Chevrolet Cavalier has tow data across 11 model years, from 1992 through 2005. The most recent 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier carries a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb.

Pick a year below to open the full Chevrolet Cavalier page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

Chevrolet Cavalier max tow rating, last 3 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Chevrolet Cavalier, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent Chevrolet Cavalier years (2001–2005)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Older Chevrolet Cavalier years (1992–2000)

Earlier model years for the Chevrolet Cavalier, going back to 1992. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.