1984 Chevrolet Chevette
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1984 Chevrolet Chevette is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS), 1.6L 4-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DIESEL), 1.8L 4-cylinder (DIESEL) CA model) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 1.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 42 mpg (5.6 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Drivetrain, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
8 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 9, 2026.
88V050000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER BUTTON MECHANISM MAY WEAR TO THE POINT THAT THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFT LEVER NO LONGER NEEDS TO BE DEPRESSED TO SHIFT GEARS.
Remedy: A NEWLY DESIGNED TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER WILL BE INSTALLED ON ALL VEHICLES.
Reported April 4, 1988. View on NHTSA
84V011000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BUCKET SEAT BACK LOCKS THAT DO NOT CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 207, ANCHORAGE OF SEATS. IN EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BACK LOCK MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Remedy: INSPECTION OF SEAT BACK LOCKS WILL BE PERFORMED. LOCKS THAT HAVE BENT, BROKEN OR MISSING HOOKS WILL BE REPLACED.
Reported February 6, 1984. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 25, 2026
Data verified: October 25, 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
- 1985 Chevrolet Chevette
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.8L 4-cylinder · RWD
36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1984 Chevrolet Chevette have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 1.6L 4-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL)), 1.8L 4-cylinder ((DIESEL) CA model). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1984 Chevrolet Chevette?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Are there recalls for the 1984 Chevrolet Chevette?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.