2019 Chevrolet Cruze review
Chevrolet Cruze highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
28 city, 37 highway, 31 combined
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All Chevrolet Cruze years
What is new for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?
- The Cruze is available in a new trim called the Base.
- Cruze trims have been upgraded with Leatherette Seats and CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
- The LS trim now comes with Rear Spoiler as standard equipment.
- The L trim now comes with Automatic Transmission as standard equipment.
2019 Chevrolet Cruze trims
Curious how Chevrolet Cruze trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similaritiesBase:
- 153-hp, 177-lb-ft of torque 1.4L
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Traction Control
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Rear View Camera
- View our Chevrolet Cruze inventory
L:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- No significant upgrades found on the L
- View our Chevrolet Cruze L inventory
LS:
- Includes all features available on the L
- Rear Spoiler
LT:
- Includes all features available on the LS
- 1.6L
- Smart Key
- Alloy Wheels
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- Satellite Radio Ready
- View our Chevrolet Cruze LT inventory
Premier:
- Includes all features available on the LT
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Front Seat Heaters
- View our Chevrolet Cruze Premier inventory
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Cruze an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Cruze 33rd out of 46 among Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chevrolet Cruze is $496, compared to an average of $453 for Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Chevrolet Cruze owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.1 times for Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 13% for the Chevrolet Cruze, compared to an average of 12% for Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Chevrolet Cruze features and specs
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LT 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Blind Spot Monitor
- BOSE Sound System
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
153
Torque (ft-lbs)
177
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
13.7
Wheelbase
106.3"
Overall length
175.3"
Width
70.5"
Height
57.7"
Leg room
F 42"/R 36.1"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 37.8"
Front tires
205/55R16
Rear tires
205/55R16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Chevrolet Cruze FAQ
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LT: 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- LT: 31 MPG City and 48 MPG Highway
- LS: 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- Premier: 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- L: 28 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- Base: 30 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Cruze received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Cruze as 32 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze:
- Base
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Parking Sensors
- Leatherette Seats
- CD Audio
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