Chevrolet Cruze
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented issues with its powertrain and engine.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 28 | 38 | 32 | 8.4 | 6.19 | 7.35 | — |
| 2018 | 27 | 40 | 32 | 8.71 | 5.88 | 7.35 | — |
| 2017 | 28 | 39 | 32 | 8.4 | 6.03 | 7.35 | — |
| 2016 | 28 | 39 | 32 | 8.4 | 6.03 | 7.35 | — |
| 2015 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | 25-46 mpg combined |
| 2014 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | — |
| 2013 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | — |
| 2012 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | — |
| 2011 | 22 | 34 | 26 | 10.69 | 6.92 | 9.05 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | hatchback | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | hatchback | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | hatchback | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | hatchback | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | hatchback | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 138-151 hp | 125-280 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2014 | hatchback | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | hatchback | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | hatchback | 4 | 1.8 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | hatchback | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | Base price | Trim | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | — | $22,595 | LS | Base price: $22,595, Trim: LS | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | $23,520 | Premier | Base price: $23,520, Trim: Premier | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | $23,795 | LS | Base price: $23,795, Trim: LS | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $16,170, MSRP range: $16,170 - $26,485, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for L Sedan 4D to Diesel Sedan 4D trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/10/2026 | — | — | — | USD | $16,170 | $16,170 - $26,485 | 0.9 | MSRP for L Sedan 4D to Diesel Sedan 4D trims. | llm_estimate | 5/10/2026 |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 106.3 | 16 | 16 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Optional | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 106.3 | 15 | 15 | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 643 | 22.7 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 106.3 | 16 | 16 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 348 | 14.8 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 425 | 15 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | 413 | 15.4 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Chevrolet Cruze 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2018 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2017 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Later Release | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | — | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard |
| 2016 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2016 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2019
NewestThe 2019 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented issues with its powertrain and engine.
2018
The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns regarding its engine and powertrain.
2017
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze earns a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to significant concerns with its **engine** and **power train**.
2016
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to frequent engine stalling and electrical system failures.
2015
The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze is rated below average for reliability, with significant owner complaints centered on the **engine** and **electrical system**.
2014
The 2014 Chevrolet Cruze garners a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, largely due to significant concerns surrounding its **airbag system** and a high volume of complaints across core components like the engine and electrical systems.
2013
The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its **power train**, specifically the potential for **axle shaft fracture**.
2012
The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to widespread complaints concerning its engine and electrical systems.
2011
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is a below-average risk for used car buyers, primarily due to significant concerns with its engine and powertrain.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Cruze?
Carfocal currently has 9 published Cruze reports, covering 2011 through 2019. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented issues with its powertrain and engine.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
Is the Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Chevrolet Cruze. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2019 chevrolet cruze presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented issues with its powertrain and engine. and the 2019 chevrolet cruze's below-average reliability, particularly concerning its powertrain and engine, significantly impacts its used market value. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
9 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Cruze?
Across Carfocal's published Cruze guides, recurring problem areas include Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Turbocharger, and Automatic Transmission. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Turbocharger, and Automatic Transmission.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 9
- Years tracked
- 9
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints