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2016 Chevrolet Cruze

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2016 L Manual 4dr Sedan
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Price:   -  From $16,620
2016 LS Manual 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $18,120
2016 LS Auto 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $19,120
2016 LT Manual 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $19,820
2016 LT Auto 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $21,120
2016 Premier Auto 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $23,120

Overview

Five years after its debut as a 2011 model, Chevrolet’s compact four-door sedan has been given a major makeover. Larger, lower and sleeker than before, the 2016 Cruze has lost about 250 pounds. Chevrolet promises greater agility, as well as impressive fuel-efficiency from the new turbocharged engine. Improved aerodynamics gives the Cruze a 0.29 coefficient of drag (a measure of slipperiness through the air).

What's New for 2016

The Chevrolet Cruze has been fully redesigned for 2016. Built on a slightly longer (106.3-inch) wheelbase, measuring 2.7 inches longer overall, the reworked Cruze promises more rear leg and knee room. Stop/start technology helps yield a fuel-economy estimate as high as 42 mpg in highway driving. Ten airbags and all-disc brakes are standard, as is a rearview camera. LED signature lighting and LED daytime running lights are installed. Chevrolet also continues to offer the previous-generation Cruze, dubbed the Cruze Limited.

Chevrolet Cruze

Choosing Your Chevrolet Cruze

Chevrolet’s new turbocharged, direct-injected 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine, featuring aluminum construction, makes 153 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque. That’s 15 more horsepower and 29 more pound-feet than its predecessor. Either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission may be installed, but the base L model is manual-shift only, while the Premier comes only with automatic.

Fuel economy with automatic is estimated at 30 mpg city/42 mpg highway (40 mpg highway for the Premier). Manual shift lowers the estimate to 29/41 mpg.

Cruze is among the first Chevrolets to offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Next-generation Chevrolet MyLink offers smartphone app integration capability, with a 7-inch screen (8-inch available). OnStar 4G LTE with a wi-fi hotspot is available.

The redesigned 2016 Cruze comes in four trim levels:

Chevrolet Cruze

L

Manual shift is the only choice for the base-model Cruze, which starts at $17,495 (plus $875 destination charge). Standard equipment includes air conditioning; four-speaker audio; cloth upholstery; power windows, locks and mirrors; a rearview camera; Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity; folding rear seats; and 15-inch steel wheels.

Chevrolet Cruze

LS

Stepping up a notch, the $18,995 LS sedan can have either the manual gearbox or an automatic transmission ($1,000 additional). Extra features include carpeted floor mats and armrest consoles. With automatic, the LS adds a humidity sensor for the air conditioning, plus start/stop technology.

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LT

Offered with either manual or automatic, the LT sedan starts at $20,695 and adds six-speaker audio, cruise control, two cupholders, heated mirrors, steering-wheel controls, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, fold-down rear center armrests, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Chevrolet Cruze

Premier

Topping the Cruze lineup at $23,995, the automatic-only Premier includes turn-signal indicators in outside mirrors, a power driver’s seat, heated front seats, leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, leather upholstery, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Premier models can be equipped with a group of active-safety features.

LT and Premier models can have the RS Package, including a body kit, rear spoiler, and foglamps. With that option, the Premier also gets 18-inch wheels. Navigation is available in a Sun & Sound Package for the Premier.

Driver Confidence Packages for upper models include such advanced active-safety features as side blind zone alert, rear cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, and forward collision alert.

CarsDirect Tip

Chevrolet is obviously hoping to boost the Cruze’s competitiveness against the compact-car leaders: Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. Manual-shift devotees might be satisfied with the basic L sedan, but most buyers will go for an LS or LT—with the latter adding considerably more equipment. Active-safety features are available for the LT; and even more so, for the Premium edition. Sales began during the 2016 model year, and a diesel-engine version is expected for 2017.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.4L I-4 / 153 HP / 177 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd man w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
29 / 41 / 34 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.4L I-4 / 153 HP / 177 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
29 / 41 / 34 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
13.7 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$52
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
14.8 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
183.7 "
Exterior Width
70.5 "
Exterior Height
57.4 "
Front Headroom
38.9 "
Rear Headroom
37.3 "
Front Legroom
42.0 "
Rear Legroom
36.1 "
Front Shoulder Room
54.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
53.2 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
Wheel Base
106 "
Turning Radius
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
15.0 " Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
8-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
8-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Full Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
24 Months / 24,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

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