Chevrolet

Chevrolet Cruze

Price $15,995 – $26,745
Fuel consumption 4.2 – 8.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 75%(view ratings)
The meticulously assembled Cruze has a remarkably quiet interior and one of the largest trunks in the compact category. The biggest news this year is the availability of the 151-hp 2.0L turbodiesel developing 264 lbs.-ft. of torque. Only available with a six-speed automatic transmission, it is particularly well equipped. With a $25,000 turbodiesel right in the middle of Volkswagen’s yard, a comparison is inevitable.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 75%
Driving 7/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 7/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Uncompromising comfort
  • Two frugal versions: Eco and Diesel!
  • Very large trunk
  • Feels like driving a mid-size
  • Nearly airtight soundproofing

Cons

  • Controls take some getting used to
  • Very anonymous exterior design
  • Limited leg room (rear)
  • No manual gearbox for the diesel version

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