2011 chevrolet cruze

 2011 chevrolet cruzeThe new Chevrolet  Cruze is a important vehicle -- the 2011 Volt may get all the eco-friendly attention, but it's GM's latest compact that will do the most for the company's bottom line. Representing a new global design language, Cruze production is planned for Germany, Russia, and South Korea before the car finally rolls off an American assembly line at Lordstown, Ohio in 2010. And while photos of the Cruze have been out for a few weeks, Paris marks the first time people are getting a glimpse of it in person.
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