Chevrolet Cruze is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 153 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,700 to $1,800, which over the course of five years will save you $2,000 in extra fuel spending. Chevrolet Cruze has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 Cruze has a relatively long wheelbase ( 106.3 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3705 lbs.
2016 Cruze seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - hips - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on legs. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Cruze ia a class-leader on only one measurement - head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and hips. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 13.5 - 14.80 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Cruze L | 2016 Cruze LS | 2016 Cruze 1LT | 2016 Cruze Premier |
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Starging MSRP | $16,620 | $18,120 | $19,820 | $23,120 |
Engine | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 153 hp | 153 hp | 153 hp | 153 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 30 MPG |
Highway | 39 MPG | 39 MPG | 39 MPG | 40 MPG |
Combined | 32 MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG | 34 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,700 |
2016 Cruze Sedan comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $594 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Cruze has a class-leading fuel economy of 34 mpg.
2016 Cruze Sedan has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed two hundred and twenty-six complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also four recalls issued by Chevrolet, which by itself is a relatively high number.