Measuring approximately 181-in. long, the Cruze is one of the largest vehicles in its class, about .5-in longer than the current Chevy Cobalt. Set to be first released in the European market, initially three engines will be available: a 1.6L, 112-hp four-cylinder, a 1.8L four making 140-hp, and a 2.0L diesel good for 150-hp and 236 lb-ft of torque. When the car finally reaches U.S. showrooms, however, it will feature a new, turbocharged 1.4L four-cylinder gas engine that puts out 150 - 170-hp and is said to achieve an impressive 40+ mpg. Power is channeled through a five-speed manual gearbox or six-speed automatic, the first ever offered by Chevrolet in the compact segment.
Wider and more solid-looking than some competitors, the Cruze sports an aggressive stance and bold front end with a twin-tier grille that resembles the larger Malibu. In addition because of its sweeping beltline and arching roof, instead of a sedan GM is calling the Cruze a four-door coupe -- a stretch maybe, but the overall look is nonetheless attractive. Inside the Cruze offers a "twin cockpit" design with upscale, soft-touch materials and nicely grained surfaces. After a substantial investment, GM has recently said it may have to price the Cruze higher than rivals from Honda and Toyota. Starting in mid-2010 American drivers will get to decide if it's worth the difference.
2011 chevrolet cruze |
2011 chevrolet cruze
2011 chevrolet cruze
2011 chevrolet cruze
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