Appearing soon after General Motors announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, the Cruze – which launched in Oz almost two years ago– aims to appeal to buyers that would normally not buy a Holden. Its key competitors in the Australian market are the Toyota Corolla, Mazda3 and the (European) Ford Focus. 
With the recent launch of the Aussie-built Cruze Series II, we thought it was about time we tackled GM’s “game changing” small car. The 1.4 L turbo is said to be the cherry on top of the Cruze cake, and the perfect target for a review. The question is: can it live up to the hype?
General Motors is releasing a model year update for its Cruze compact sedan. There are no styling changes as the company focused its attention on improving the car’s fuel economy and equipment features. Thanks to a lower axle ratio for the 2012 models equipped with a six speed automatic transmission, the standard Cruze with the 138HP 1.4-liter turbocharged engine returns 38 mpg compared with 36 mpg for the current model, while the Cruze Eco with the same powetrain setup delivers 39 mpg instead of 37 mpg.
With the global market showing faint signs of recovery, 2010 was a good year for Chevrolet. The American automaker managed to shift 4.26 million vehicles worldwide or an average of one vehicle every 7.4 seconds. The brand’s share of global sales grew by 0.35 points as it accounted for about 5.8 percent of all vehicles sold worldwide. According to GM, Chevy was the only Top 5 manufacturer to increase its total market share last year.
The new Cruze hatchback will arrive in Chevrolet’s UK dealerships next month with on-the-road prices starting from £13,995 (US$23,000), the automaker announced today. Customers can choose from three engines including two petrol units, a 124HP 1.6-liter and a 141HP 1.8-liter, and a 2.0-liter turbo diesel delivering 163-horsepower. All engines can be coupled to either a manual gearbox or an automatic transmission.
Following the Australian market launch of the locally made and subtly refreshed Cruze Series II Sedan in March, GM’s Holden division announced today that it has began testing the five-door hatchback version of the subcompact model to fine tune the car before its introduction later this year. Holden also released two new photos of the Cruze hatch, which was designed by the firm’s Port Melbourne design studio.
After the initial 2,100 inspections triggered by a detached steering wheel, General Motors announced a new recall involving 154,112 units of the 2011 model year Cruze - pretty much all models built for North America since production started in summer 2010. The reason for this action is related to a steering issue as well, with GM saying it wants to check that the steering shaft was properly installed. The company didn't say whether or not the two recalls are related, but added it will use the latest one action to check on another issue that might affect some 120,000 models with automatic transmission. In this case, GM wants to verify whether the transmission shift linkage was properly installed.
After the initial 2,100 inspections triggered by a detached steering wheel, General Motors announced a new recall involving 154,112 units of the 2011 model year Cruze - pretty much all models built for North America since production started in summer 2010. The reason for this action is related to a steering issue as well, with GM saying it wants to check that the steering shaft was properly installed. The company didn't say whether or not the two recalls are related, but added it will use the latest one action to check on another issue that might affect some 120,000 models with automatic transmission. In this case, GM wants to verify whether the transmission shift linkage was properly installed.
General Motors Launched Chevrolet Cruze in india. Chevrolet Cruze is a D-Segment compact four-door saloon car. Chevrolet's all new entry into the compact segment. Cruze was developed by a global design and engineering team with sophisticated styling cues that are fast becoming the signature for Chevrolet. The Chevrolet launched 2 variants of chevrolet cruze in india like chevrolet cruze LT and chevrolet cruze LTZ. The Chevrolet Cruze will be the first Chevrolet vehicle to use GM’s Delta 2 platform that will be used in all GM small cars. The Price of Chevrolet Cruze is Rs 10.99 lacs to Rs 12.45 lacs (as ex-showroom prices in New Delhi). In Europe there are 2.0L litre diesel engine, Chevrolet Cruze is available with exhaust sides, giving more power as well as better fuel economy and lower emissions. A new 2.0-liter turbo diesel, developing 150 hp/ 110 kW and 327 Nm of torque adds power with even greater frugality. Five-speed manual gearboxes and an all-new manual transmission, Chevrolet's first six-speed application in the compact segment, complete the powertrain menu. Chevrolet Cruze boasts ample interior space, surprising cargo capacity and comfortable seating for five. With exacting safety standards and a quality build, Chevrolet Cruze delivers on Chevrolet's promise to offer a smartly designed compact at an exceptional value. The Chevrolet Cruze comes with compact dimensions featuring bold styling cues, an arching roofline, sloping rear pillars that give it a lean profile and a neatly styled rear deck. At the front, the large, sweeping headlamp units wrap around the nose of the car, while other design themes include a concave shoulder line, Chevrolet’s now-trademark two-tier grille and restrained use of exterior trim, for an unfussy appearance.
(Delhi Ex-Showroom Price)
* Chevrolet Cruze LT - 10,99,000 lakh
* Chevrolet Cruze LTZ - 12,45,000 lakh(Mumbai Ex-Showroom Price)
* Chevrolet Cruze LT - 10,99,000 lakh
* Chevrolet Cruze LTZ - 12,45,000 lakhAvailable Colors of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
* Olympic White
* Velvet Red
* Atlantis Blue
* Caviar Black
* Misty Lake
* Light Gold
Technical Specifications of New Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
* Fuel Type: Diesel
* Mileage-City(kmpl): 14.0
* Mileage-Highway(kmpl): 18.4
* Transmission Type: 5 Gears Manual
* Engine Description: 1991cc, 4 Cylinder, VCDi
* Engine Displacement(cc): 1991cc
* Number Of Cylinders: 4 in-line
* Maximum Power: 150@4000rpm
* Maximum Torque: 327@2600rpm
* Fuel Tank Capacity(litres):60
* Seating Capacity: 5
* Brakes: Front Disk, Rear Disk
* Gears: 5-Speed
* Number Of Doors: 4
* Top Speed:
* Steering Type: Power
* Suspension: McPherson Strut, Mini-Block Coil Spring
Chevrolet Cruze Features is following:-
1. Chevrolet Cruze features a dramatic re-interpretation of the traditional sedan featuring Chevrolet's new global design language that is becoming a signature on all new products carrying the gold bowtie.
2. Chevrolet Cruze arching roof-line, extending from the steeply raked windshield to its sloping rear pillars and short rear deck, brings coupe-like proportions to a compact sedan.
3. Wider and longer than most of its competitors, Chevrolet Cruze has a purposeful stance with its wheels located at the outer edges of the tautly drawn bodywork. Noticeably tight body panel fits and a restrained use of exterior trim add to a high quality, 'hewn from solid' appearance.
4. Chevrolet Cruze dramatic profile is matched by bold front styling, with large headlamp housings that wrap around the front corners and sweep up, arrow-like, into the fenders and sculpted hood. Other distinct design themes include a concave shoulder line, the two-tier grille and a "wheels-out/body-in" stance. Inside, Chevrolet Cruze features a 'twin cockpit' design motif, first introduced in the iconic Corvette sports car.
Safety Features of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
1. ABS (Anti-Braking System) and EBD are available.
2. 2 Airbag are available.
3. Parking Sensors available.
4. Fog Lamp available.
Dimensions of Chevrolet Cruze Car:-
1. Length (mm) : 4597
2. Width (mm) : 1788
3. Height (mm) : 1477
4. Wheelbase (mm) : 2685
Pictures of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
There ara various interior and exterior pictures and photos of Chevrolet Cruze.
1. Exterior Pictures of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Head Light Picture View of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Rear Light Picture View of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Rear View Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Front View Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
2. Interior Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :- Stearing and Dashboard Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Gear and Music System Picture Chevrolet Cruze :-
General Motors Launched Chevrolet Cruze in india. Chevrolet Cruze is a D-Segment compact four-door saloon car. Chevrolet's all new entry into the compact segment. Cruze was developed by a global design and engineering team with sophisticated styling cues that are fast becoming the signature for Chevrolet. The Chevrolet launched 2 variants of chevrolet cruze in india like chevrolet cruze LT and chevrolet cruze LTZ. The Chevrolet Cruze will be the first Chevrolet vehicle to use GM’s Delta 2 platform that will be used in all GM small cars. The Price of Chevrolet Cruze is Rs 10.99 lacs to Rs 12.45 lacs (as ex-showroom prices in New Delhi). In Europe there are 2.0L litre diesel engine, Chevrolet Cruze is available with exhaust sides, giving more power as well as better fuel economy and lower emissions. A new 2.0-liter turbo diesel, developing 150 hp/ 110 kW and 327 Nm of torque adds power with even greater frugality. Five-speed manual gearboxes and an all-new manual transmission, Chevrolet's first six-speed application in the compact segment, complete the powertrain menu. Chevrolet Cruze boasts ample interior space, surprising cargo capacity and comfortable seating for five. With exacting safety standards and a quality build, Chevrolet Cruze delivers on Chevrolet's promise to offer a smartly designed compact at an exceptional value. The Chevrolet Cruze comes with compact dimensions featuring bold styling cues, an arching roofline, sloping rear pillars that give it a lean profile and a neatly styled rear deck. At the front, the large, sweeping headlamp units wrap around the nose of the car, while other design themes include a concave shoulder line, Chevrolet’s now-trademark two-tier grille and restrained use of exterior trim, for an unfussy appearance. The Ex-showRoom Price of New Chevrolet Cruze Car is :-
(Delhi Ex-Showroom Price)
* Chevrolet Cruze LT - 10,99,000 lakh
* Chevrolet Cruze LTZ - 12,45,000 lakh(Mumbai Ex-Showroom Price)
* Chevrolet Cruze LT - 10,99,000 lakh
* Chevrolet Cruze LTZ - 12,45,000 lakhAvailable Colors of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
* Olympic White
* Velvet Red
* Atlantis Blue
* Caviar Black
* Misty Lake
* Light Gold
Technical Specifications of New Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
* Fuel Type: Diesel
* Mileage-City(kmpl): 14.0
* Mileage-Highway(kmpl): 18.4
* Transmission Type: 5 Gears Manual
* Engine Description: 1991cc, 4 Cylinder, VCDi
* Engine Displacement(cc): 1991cc
* Number Of Cylinders: 4 in-line
* Maximum Power: 150@4000rpm
* Maximum Torque: 327@2600rpm
* Fuel Tank Capacity(litres):60
* Seating Capacity: 5
* Brakes: Front Disk, Rear Disk
* Gears: 5-Speed
* Number Of Doors: 4
* Top Speed:
* Steering Type: Power
* Suspension: McPherson Strut, Mini-Block Coil Spring
Chevrolet Cruze Features is following:-
1. Chevrolet Cruze features a dramatic re-interpretation of the traditional sedan featuring Chevrolet's new global design language that is becoming a signature on all new products carrying the gold bowtie.
2. Chevrolet Cruze arching roof-line, extending from the steeply raked windshield to its sloping rear pillars and short rear deck, brings coupe-like proportions to a compact sedan.
3. Wider and longer than most of its competitors, Chevrolet Cruze has a purposeful stance with its wheels located at the outer edges of the tautly drawn bodywork. Noticeably tight body panel fits and a restrained use of exterior trim add to a high quality, 'hewn from solid' appearance.
4. Chevrolet Cruze dramatic profile is matched by bold front styling, with large headlamp housings that wrap around the front corners and sweep up, arrow-like, into the fenders and sculpted hood. Other distinct design themes include a concave shoulder line, the two-tier grille and a "wheels-out/body-in" stance. Inside, Chevrolet Cruze features a 'twin cockpit' design motif, first introduced in the iconic Corvette sports car.
Safety Features of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
1. ABS (Anti-Braking System) and EBD are available.
2. 2 Airbag are available.
3. Parking Sensors available.
4. Fog Lamp available.
Dimensions of Chevrolet Cruze Car:-
1. Length (mm) : 4597
2. Width (mm) : 1788
3. Height (mm) : 1477
4. Wheelbase (mm) : 2685
Pictures of Chevrolet Cruze Car :-
There ara various interior and exterior pictures and photos of Chevrolet Cruze.
1. Exterior Pictures of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Head Light Picture View of Chevrolet Cruze :- Rear Light Picture View of Chevrolet Cruze :- Rear View Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Front View Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
2. Interior Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :- Stearing and Dashboard Picture of Chevrolet Cruze :-
Gear and Music System Picture Chevrolet Cruze :-
With the recent launch of the Aussie-built Cruze Series II, we thought it was about time we tackled GM’s “game changing” small car. The 1.4 L turbo is said to be the cherry on top of the Cruze cake, and the perfect target for a review. The question is: can it live up to the hype?
