The Cruze is designed to be both simple and sporty. It's Chevrolet Philippines' entry to the highly competitive segment of the compact sedan in the country and is intended for the average Filipino family. With the facelift, the Cruze now features similar looks as to its bigger brothers like the Malibu, Trax, among others. The interior space of the Cruze is generous. It’s capable of seating 4-5 people in full comfort, whether on fabric or leather seats of both variants. The center console of the top-range variant features a 7-inch touchscreen with Chevrolet MyLink, as well as a push start button. Locally, the american compact sedan is offered with a 1.8-liter DOHC gasoline engine, which comes with either a 6-speed automatic transmission with Manual Mode or a 5-speed manual transmission. The Cruze lineup produces 140 hp and 177 Nm of torque.
Launch
The Chevrolet Cruze was introduced into the market back in 2008. It originally came with two engine options, the first is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine, while the other is a 2.0-liter diesel power plant. But the diesel variant has since been removed for the local market. It serves as the golden bowtie’s entry into the compact segment of the market.
Platform, Chassis and Powertrain
Powering the Chevrolet Cruze is a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine. It is now the only powerplant available for the vehicle since the removal of the diesel powerplant as an option. The gasoline engine produces 140hp and 177 Nm of torque. It can be had with either a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode or a 5-speed manual transmission. Stopping power comes from disc brakes all around with the exception of the entry variant that has drum brakes at the rear. For suspension, it has MacPherson struts at the front and compound crank axles at the rear.
Chassis
Class
Compact Sedan
Body Style
4-Door sedan
Platform
Layout
Front Engine Front-Wheel-Drive
Platform
Delta II
Powertrain
Engine
2.0-liter inline-4 16-valve DOHC CRDi with turbocharger and intercooler
1.8-liter inline-4 16-valve DOHC DCVCP
Power Output
160hp, 360 Nm of torque
138hp, 177 Nm of torque
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic with manual mode
5-Speed manual
Technology Features
The Chevrolet Cruze comes with a driver information display system, auto-dimming rearview mirror, power windows that come with express up and down function, front, and rear auxiliary 12-volt power outlet, and a three-barrel gauge in ice-blue illumination. The compact sedan comes with electronic climate controls for the top trims, while the lower trims come with manual controls. The vehicle also has a push start/stop button, steering wheel controls, steering wheel wireless interface for hands-free phone operation, programmable door lock system, cruise control, and a battery rundown protection system. Sound is sent through a 6-speaker system. The head unit also features Aux, USB, iPod connectivity, and Bluetooth connectivity as well.
Exterior
The Chevrolet Cruze comes with halogen headlamps and halogen fog lamps. The fog lamps are standard for most of the lineup excluding the entry-level variant. It also comes with a high-level stop lamp as standard. The vehicle also comes with power foldable OSRVM with heated side mirrors, rear fog lamps with the exclusion of the entry variant, and remote trunk opener as a standard feature. The compact vehicle can be had with either 17 or 16-inch wheels depending on the variant.
Interior
The Chevrolet Cruze comes with either a beige and gray or black and gray color scheme. Interior material can either be had in either leather or premium cloth materials. The driver’s seat comes with 4-way manual adjustability, while the passenger only gets 2-way adjustability. The rear seats are 60/40 and have the ability to folded.
Safety
For safety, the Chevrolet Cruze comes with ASB, EBD on select variants, Reverse parking sensors, rain-sensing wipers on select variants, side airbags, speed-sensitive door locks, traction control on select variants, vehicle stability for the higher trims, and 3-point seatbelts for all occupants.
Chevrolet Cruze Variant and Pricelist
View our pricelist table and select a variant to view further specifications.
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Chevrolet Cruze Colors
The Chevrolet Cruze comes in the following colors: Carbon Flash Metallic, Switchblade Silver Metallic, Velvet Red Metallic, Mineral Oil Blue, Misty Lake Metallic, Olympic White and Pewter Gray Metallic
Carbon Flash Metallic
Switchblade Silver Metallic
Velvet Red Metallic
Mineral Oil Blue
Misty Lake Metallic
Olympic White
Pewter Gray Metallic
Chevrolet Cruze Specifications
Key specifications & features of the Chevrolet Cruze. View engine specs, dimensions, safety and technology features in our full variant pages.
Body Type
Sedan
No. of seats
5
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Max Output (HP)
142 HP @ 6,200 rpm
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Wheel Size
17 in
Airbags
2 - 4
*Depending on variant
ISOFIX
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Available *Depending on variant
Connectivity
Aux, USB, iPod and Bluetooth
*Depending on variant
Chevrolet showcased a TRON: Legacy – inspired version of the Cruze sedan at the Auto China in Beijing. This is to promote the Shanghai Disney Resort that will open on June 16, 2016.
