Chevrolet Cruze 2012–2014 car dimensions: 4603 mm long, 1797 mm wide and 1477 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,425 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin feels roomy with good head and legroom plus a dual-cockpit layout and comfortable seats. Manual air conditioning is standard across the range while automatic climate control appears on higher grades. Mid-level trims add cruise control and rear parking sensors. Top LTZ models bring a 7-inch MyLink colour touchscreen with voice recognition plus a reversing camera. Side blind zone alert is available only as an option on LTZ. Basic models make do with a simpler radio display.
The sedan boot holds 469 litres with the rear seats up. A 60/40 split-fold rear bench lets you reconfigure the space for longer items.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1200 kg and unbraked towing is rated at 750 kg. Payload stands at 538 kg based on the 1425 kg kerb weight and 1963 kg maximum allowable weight. The car suits light trailer or occasional work duties without specialised heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension options listed.
The cabin feels roomy for a compact sedan with good head and legroom front and rear plus smart storage. Dual-cockpit layout and soft-touch surfaces give a more upscale look than the price suggests though some plastics are hard. Seats are comfortable with high-end cloth or leatherette on higher grades and 60/40 split-folding rears. Air conditioning is standard with automatic climate on upper trims. Higher grades add heated front seats and a power sunroof.
1.7 diesel combined fuel use 4.5 l/100 km CO2 117 g/km Euro 5
Service every 15 000 km or 12 months
Euro NCAP 5 stars (96% adult 84% child)
Standard 6 airbags ESC ABS traction control ISOFIX
The 1.7-litre 130 hp diesel with 6-speed manual delivers solid mid-range pull and low running costs at 4.5 l/100 km combined with 117 g/km CO2. Stop-start is available on some versions to cut urban use further. Tank holds 60 litres for long range between fills.
Scheduled servicing falls due every 15 000 km or once a year whichever comes first. Oil and filter changes follow the same interval. Timing belt and other major items are checked or replaced at higher mileages such as 150 000 km. Fixed-price service plans were offered.
Safety is strong with a full 5-star Euro NCAP score. Every car has six airbags ESC ABS electronic brakeforce distribution emergency brake assist traction control and ISOFIX anchors on the outer rear seats. Higher trims can add blind-spot alert rear camera and parking sensors.
A 3-year or 100 000 km warranty plus 6-year corrosion cover came standard. The car is simple to live with day to day thanks to the efficient diesel and generous standard kit on mid and high grades. Residuals are modest so buy carefully and keep service history complete.
Length 4603 mm, Width 1797 mm, Height 1477 mm, Wheelbase 2685 mm (Cruze 2012–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Chevrolet UK 2014 Cruze 4-Door brochure, Chevrolet Italia 2012 Cruze technical specifications.