Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3
The fleet-favourite flyer that defined the British motorway in the nineties.
- Power
- 115 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.2 s
- Top speed
- 123 mph
About the Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3
The Mk3 Vauxhall Cavalier was a dominant force in the UK's family car market, famously battling the Ford Sierra for sales supremacy. The SRi trim served as the accessible performance choice, bridging the gap between standard fleet models and the flagship Turbo. By 1993, the SRi featured a facelifted exterior with a body-coloured grille and improved safety equipment including standard ABS. While less powerful than the earlier non-catalyst versions, the 1993 8-valve model remained a respected 'Q-car' known for its robust C20NE engine and long-legged cruising ability.
Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 specs
The Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 produces 115 bhp (86 kW) and 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.2 seconds and has a top speed of 123 mph (198 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | Cavalier |
| Generation | Mk3 |
| Trim | 2.0 SRi |
| Years | 1988–1995 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 115 bhp (86 kW) at 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,165 kg (2,568 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 99 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 10 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 fun facts
- The Mk3 Cavalier's aerodynamic design was so efficient that the related Calibra coupe achieved a world-record drag coefficient of 0.26.
- John Cleland famously drove the Mk3 Cavalier to victory in the 1995 British Touring Car Championship, cementing its performance legacy.
- The Cavalier was the last Vauxhall model to be uniquely named by the Luton-based company before the brand switched to Opel's global naming strategy.