2018 Chevrolet Cruze | Consumer Guide Auto

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”16919,16920,16921″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2018 Chevrolet Cruze sedan[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Roomy front-row accommodations; quiet cabin; comfortable and refined ride; availability of economical diesel engine

Cons: Limited rear-seat space; disappointing real-world fuel economy with gasoline engine[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: For 2018, a diesel engine is available in the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback. Last year, the diesel was only offered in the Cruze sedan. Cruze is a compact car that is sold in sedan and 4-door hatchback body styles. The base engine is a turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder that develops 153 horsepower and has engine stop/start. Also available is a thrifty 137-hp turbodiesel 1.6-liter four-cylinder with an EPA-estimated highway mileage of up to 52 mpg. Both engines are offered with a 6-speed manual transmission. The gasoline engine can be paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the diesel can be mated to a 9-speed automatic. Available features include forward collision warning, blind-spot alert, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, keyless access and starting, heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, wireless cell-phone charging, and automatic high-beam headlights. The Cruze earns praise for being especially refined and comfortable. Though not sporty in any way, Cruze rewards drivers and passengers with a smooth ride, quiet cabin, and plenty of interior room. Sadly, we got nowhere near the fuel economy Cruze’s EPA estimates (gasoline engine) suggest we should have. A shame, as this is otherwise a very compelling compact offering.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]

Class	Compact Car
Body Style(s)	4-door sedan, 4-door hatchback
Passenger Count	5
Drive Wheels	front-wheel drive
Manufacturer	Chevrolet
Nation of Manufacture	USA
Base Prices	L sedan: 17,850 LS sedan: $19400 LT sedan: $21,720 LT hatchback: $22,115 Premier sedan: $24,350 Premier hatchback: $24,820 Diesel sedan: $24,670 Diesel hatchback: $26,310

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Base Engine
turbocharged 1.4-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower
153

Std. Transmission
6-speed manual

Avail. Transmission
6-speed automatic

EPA City Range (mpg)
27-29

EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
37-40

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Optional Engine
turbodiesel 1.6-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower
137

Std. Transmission
6-speed manual

Avail. Transmission
9-speed automatic

EPA City Range (mpg)
29-31

EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
45-52

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(5 is the highest rating)

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