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Today, the Chevrolet Cruze is one of the most popular cars on the Russian market due to its affordability and practicality. The car first appeared in our country back in 2009. Produced this model in our country in factories General Motors, which are located in the European part of our country.

At the initial stage, the manufacturer presented the Chevrolet Cruze directly as a sedan, and only a few years later, it was decided to slightly change the form factor, and the company released five-door hatchback. Regarding the universal format, it took another whole year. It would be unfair not to note the fact that during the “formation” of the Chevrolet Cruze, it underwent several restyling processes in 2012 and 2014, respectively. With these processes The car has had the following changes:

• front bumper shape;
• radiator grille;
• fog lights;
• main optics.

Regarding changes to the car’s engine, it is worth noting that the Chevrolet Cruze initially went on sale on the Russian market with gasoline engine by 1.6 and 1.8 liters, respectively. In 2013, the gasoline line was replenished with a turbocharged internal combustion engine with a capacity of 1.4 liters. The transmission available to the consumer has a 5- or 6-speed manual transmission. Suspension and chassis The Chevrolet Cruze is built on the same principle as Opel Astra J.

Important! A special “swinging technology” is used at the front of the car, and a stable H-shaped special beam is installed at the rear of the car. More details can be found on the website.

Paintwork

Special attention should be given to painting the car from the manufacturer's factory. The quality of the paint leaves much to be desired. The fact is that the Chevrolet Cruze manufacturer focuses on consumers with an average budget, and therefore does not pay proper attention to the high-quality painting of car elements. The coloring of the elements itself is very thin and does not react well to chips, as on other brands of cars. As for the anti-corrosion coating, the situation is exactly the opposite. Chevrolet Cruze can boast of the time when the elements of the car begin to rust. The coloring of the elements is very soft and due to this, multiple micro-scratches occur in the front part of the car (front bumper, hood, radiator grille).

Important! After long-term use of the Chevrolet Cruze, the arches begin to rust very quickly, which is not the case compared to other elements. Therefore, when purchasing a car, it is recommended to additionally cover the arches and sills with an anti-corrosion coating, for example, “Raptor”.

You can clearly see the color of the Chevrolet Cruze on this YouTube resource:

Docking of body elements

When purchasing a Chevrolet Cruze car, you should pay close attention to the joints of the car body elements. Using this data, you can determine whether the car was involved in a traffic accident. Carefully inspect the front part of the Chevrolet Cruze, in particular the front bumper, and note that if there are mismatches between it and the car body, then you can draw a definite conclusion that it is - participant in an accident. During conveyor release of this car the manufacturer uses weak fasteners and hard plastic, so when climate conditions change, these elements are the first to undergo deformation. It is also worth inspecting the joints of the car “all around”; it is not a fact that after an accident the joints do not coincide only in the front part of the car. More details on the joints of elements on the body of the Chevrolet Cruze and its shortcomings can be found at the link on the YouTube channel:

Salon

The Chevrolet Cruze interior is made from materials that are not the most good quality. The first traces of use of the interior can be seen after forty or fifty thousand mileage of the car. If you want to keep the factory upholstery of the Chevrolet Cruze, then this can only be done in one single case - if you do not remove the film (covers) from the car seats. And these are not all the shortcomings of the Chevrolet Cruze. A layer of water often forms under the front passenger seat, caused by a broken drainage system hose. When installing a car alarm yourself or with the help of a workshop, you need to treat this place with care because the hose can be knocked out of place by slightly touching it. It should also be noted the poor-quality sizing of the Chevrolet Cruze windshield and rear window car, since the sizing material also leaves much to be desired. If you find water in the luggage compartment, you need to carefully inspect the rear brake lights and, if possible, go through the places where the sealant is attached. Detailed review can be viewed on YouTube channel:

Chassis

The disadvantages of the Chevrolet Cruze in terms of the chassis begin with the appearance of knocking while the car is moving through potholes. In general, it should be noted that the entire chassis is simply poorly designed and made from low-quality materials. The shock absorbers are so unreliable that when buying this car you want to immediately replace them. They start knocking after fifteen or twenty thousand kilometers. The cause of this problem lies in the rattling of the valve (bypass). In terms of the price segment of this model, the suspension is comparable to its service life, and it is recommended to “capitalize” this unit on a Chevrolet Cruze after 60 thousand kilometers. But there is also positive aspects of this unit - the rear silent blocks of the rear beam, they are quite strong and can travel about two hundred kilometers without replacement. Somewhat more often (at about 150 thousand km) the levers break. At the front of the car, the resource is less resistant to wear due to the fact that the unit is unstable. Regarding the steering mechanism ( steering rack) on the domestic market are produced with a simple power steering resource; to tell the truth, the pump is very weak.

Important! If your pump on a Chevrolet Cruze breaks down, it is advised to install a European pump from a model such as Opel during repairs.

More detailed information on the disadvantages of the Chevrolet Cruze suspension can be seen visually at YouTube channel:

Summary of the review of Chevrolet Cruze problems

To summarize the Chevrolet Cruze review, it should be noted that in its price segment This car is quite comfortable and reliable. Indeed, this car has shortcomings, but do not forget that in other cars (and more expensive pricing policy), also has a number of disadvantages. Price list in present moment The demand for this model in the Russian market is not high, which means that the model is accessible to the average user. When purchasing a Chevrolet Cruze, it is enough to memorize and know by heart all the places that may be affected by repairs and may cause inconvenience during the operation of the car. Let's look point by point.

Among the advantages of the Chevrolet Cruze:

• Good design solution, interior;
• wide salon;
• simple and easy to maintain;
• The internal combustion engine meets all modern standards;
• The gearbox is manual, which is important when driving on Russian roads.

Among the disadvantages of the Chevrolet Cruze:

• Poor quality paintwork;
• the dynamics leave much to be desired with engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liters;
• high prices for original auto parts;
• constant suspension noise;
• gearbox with a short resource;
• Interior materials are of poor quality.

A full review of the Chevrolet Cruze has been made; whether or not to purchase this model is up to the consumer himself.

Important! If you have already purchased a Chevrolet Cruze, share your experience with other car enthusiasts.

One of the leaders of the average price category, very popular in the domestic market and which replaced the Lacetti, the Chevrolet Cruze remains to this day at the tip of the iceberg. The car first appeared in Russia in 2009, and its production was established at General Motors factories in Shushary Leningrad region and at Kaliningrad Avtotor.

Initially, the car was presented only in a sedan body, but 2 years later a 5-door hatchback was also released. As for the long-awaited appearance of the station wagon, its sales began only in the second half of 2012, so it took almost 4 years for the “formation” of the model. It is worth noting that over the years of mass production of the Cruise, the car underwent two restylings in 2012 and 2014, during which the shape of the front bumper, radiator grille, PTF and optics changed.

From the very beginning of sales in Russia, the car was equipped with naturally aspirated gasoline engines with a displacement of 1.6 and 1.8 liters and a rated power of 109, 124 and 141 hp. But in 2013, the line of engines was replenished with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine producing 140 “horses”.

At the buyer's choice, two types of transmission are traditionally available, 5 and 6-speed manual transmissions and a conventional torque converter automatic with 6 speeds.

As for the chassis and suspension, it’s no secret that Chevrolet Cruze shares one platform with the Opel Astra J. The front part of the car uses a swing strut technology, or in other words, Mac Pherson, while at the rear there is an elastic dependent H-shaped beam.

If we compare with competitors, most of our classmates use independent wishbone suspension in the rear of the car. Why the designers chose this solution is still not clear, but the fact that simplicity only added to the reliability of the machine remains clear.

The main problems encountered in the Chevrolet Cruze

Review of disadvantages of power plants

The base F16D3 engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a power of 109 hp is well known to owners of the Chevrolet Lacetti, Deo Nexia and some Opel models. Resource of the engine itself quite high and often reaches 400-450 thousand kilometers without major repairs.

The following weaknesses have been identified here:

Valve cover gasket leaking. This malfunction begins at approximately 70-80 t.km. Presumably this occurs due to the fact that the air pressure in the crankcase increases, and the air recirculation valve gradually begins to clog, which causes the gasket to break.

Leaking crankshaft seals. At approximately 150 thousand kilometers, oil leaks may appear. It is recommended to change the seals when replacing the clutch and timing belt during a scheduled replacement.

The lifespan of hydraulic compensators rarely exceeds 200 thousand km. Their malfunction can be understood by the characteristic rustling of the engine when cold.

Ecotec F16D4 and F18D4 engines (volume 1.6 and 1.8) have one common disadvantage, with couplings changes in valve timing. Just like the Opel Astra, they do not often last more than 100 thousand mileage.

Electronic thermostat in the cooling system, childhood sore still uncured to this day. In its operation, it is not uncommon for a malfunction to occur, as well as incorrect operation of the temperature sensor, as a result of which the fan either constantly works or does not turn on at all. The thermostat sealing ring itself is also not very reliable; antifreeze leaks can appear already at a mileage of 15 thousand.

External body elements

Like most budget cars Chevrolet, the paintwork remains not the best high quality. Its average thickness is about 80-120 microns, while the coating itself is soft and has poor resistance to road gravel and sand. The first place chips appear is on the hood, around the radiator grille and front bumper. A little later, the paint peels off in the area of ​​the wheel arches; usually the first traces appear after a mileage of 80-100 thousand km. The only consolation is that the body has anti-corrosion treatment, and traces of chips do not accumulate rust for a long time.

Fastening bumper aprons with latches is not a standard of reliability. At the slightest contact of the bumper with an external obstacle, it immediately flies off from its normal place.

Transmission, chassis, suspension

As already written above, the suspension of the rear of the car is not satisfactory, but the front part is not without a fly in the ointment. The rear silent blocks of the levers break at a mileage of approximately 80-100 thousand km.

A big advantage is that to replace them, you don’t have to buy the entire lever assembly, like many competitors in the class. All you need is the hinge itself, and they can be changed without any problems at any service station.

Mechanical 5-speed transmission D16, has good reliability with timely maintenance. The main weak point is seal leakage in places where CV joints are attached. Smudges transmission oil may occur already at 60-70 thousand kilometers. It is better to change the shaft seal in the clutch housing every 100-120 thousand, otherwise a fluid leak can damage the friction disc.

The 6T30/6T40 automatic transmission is famous for its capriciousness and fragility. It is a rare case when cars were operated without repair for more than 120 thousand km. Seal leaks remain common here, as elsewhere. Some experts in the field of car repairs did not call her “snotty” for nothing.

Interior space

The quality of finishing and wear resistance of interior materials in the Chevrolet Cruze does not cause strong complaints. Weak side, we can only mention the leather braided steering wheel and gearshift lever, which will peel off after 1-2 years of using the car. It is important to note that this material is very afraid of water, and if it gets wet, the paint immediately begins to stain the driver’s hands.

The sidewall of the front seats becomes scuffed in the area of ​​the seat belt latch, after about 100 thousand kilometers. On cars after a taxi or with high mileage, you can see a hole in this place.

Crickets and squeaks are no exception for this Chevrolet model. Many owners complain about this problem literally immediately after buying a car. The main trouble here lies in the door cards and the center console; gluing with special materials sometimes helps get rid of the discomfort.

Conclusion

The Chevrolet Cruze has stable popularity in the Russian market, even though active sales of new GM cars were suspended in 2015. When buying a used car, experts recommend making a choice in favor of configurations with a manual transmission and an F18D4 engine, considering this option to be the most reliable and unpretentious.

He was very popular among Russians. Low cost, three body types, a spacious interior by the standards of the class did their job.

Body and electrical

The body is galvanized and successfully resists corrosion. But the paintwork is not the most durable. Already by 30–40 thousand kilometers, the surface can be damaged by a large number of chips. Even a small stone is enough to break through the paintwork and reach the ground. And thin metal favors dents even from light contacts.

The interior is also not particularly durable. The seat upholstery fabric loses its presentable appearance after just two years of ownership. At the same time, “crickets” take up residence in the salon. One of the main weak points is the trunk release button, which often fails after the first winters. Of course, then the trunk can be opened with a button on the key. But it’s better not to delay repairs or replacement, because a broken “opener” can completely discharge a healthy battery, and you simply won’t be able to start the car.

There are questions about the efficiency of the heating system - frosting and fogging of the front windows is quite common. As well as water on the front right passenger's carpet. The drain pipe of the air conditioning system runs exactly under the front panel, and if it comes off or the drain hole becomes clogged, water is immediately sent into the cabin.

Engine

Many Cruzes are equipped with the good old 1.6-liter F16D3 unit, known from the Lacetti and Aveo. The engine is quite unpretentious and reliable. Without interventions, he calmly nurses for 250–300 thousand kilometers. At this mileage, as a rule, all repairs come down to replacing the valve stem seals. When choosing a car with such an engine, it is better to immediately, for prevention, replace the timing belt. According to the regulations, it lasts for 60 thousand kilometers, and in the event of a break, it will inevitably bend the valves. Then expensive repairs are guaranteed. On other engines, the belt is changed every 150 thousand kilometers, but for peace of mind this interval should be reduced to 100 thousand.

It is worth listening to the engine. Many instances sin extraneous noise, the culprit is the timing belt tensioner pulley pulling the belt too tight. Moreover, the Lacetti had no such problems on the same engine. Cruise's tension roller has been modified and the spring stiffness has been increased. That’s why many owners either install a Lacetti roller or manually weaken the spring. A clogged EGR system valve also causes trouble, which inevitably leads to increased consumption fuel. If you are not very concerned about the environment, instead of repairing the system, you can programmatically turn it off. Also check if the lambda probe has been changed. It can safely be classified as a consumable, since there are frequent cases of breakdowns even during the warranty period.

There are many cars with Ecotec series engines with a displacement of 1.6 and 1.8 liters (indexes F16D4 and F18D4, respectively), which are also found on many Opels. Cars of the first years of production often have problems with the CVCP variable valve timing system, which is very sensitive to the condition of the lubrication system and the level motor oil. Due to oil starvation, breakage of mechanism gears due to shock loads is common. At the end of 2009, the problem was eliminated by installing reinforced elements of the system. And in 2011, a slightly modified version of the F16D4 with a power of 124 hp appeared. (the increase was 10 hp).

We also have cars with a 1.4 liter supercharged engine, familiar from the Opel Astra J. But there are few such examples on the market. As well as diesel modifications.

Transmission

The Chevrolet Cruze used a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission as a transmission. For manual box characteristic twitching that appears after 70–80 thousand kilometers when switching from first to second gear. This is due to the breakdown of the clutch disc due to a violation of the geometry of the damper springs, which is associated with a factory miscalculation. Many owners, when symptoms appeared, replaced the original clutch with non-original analogues, and the problem disappeared. Mechanics are also prone to transmission oil leakage. Seals can leak after 20–25 thousand kilometers. Therefore, be sure to inspect the copy you like for smudges.

As automatic transmission The Cruise used a proven Jimmy 6-speed 6T30 hydromechanical gearbox. Among six-speed gearboxes, this is perhaps one of the most reliable transmissions. Nevertheless, it does have weaknesses. Be sure to go to higher gears during your test drive. After 150–160 thousand kilometers, some cars may experience dips when shifting between fourth, fifth and sixth gears. Sometimes the highest levels can be completely “lost.” The culprit is worn channels in the valve body. An expensive unit can be repaired, but even in this case the costs will be enormous. Therefore, for prevention, it is worth changing the oil more often, and in this case the transmission will last quite a long time.

Chassis

Chevrolet Cruze is built on the global Delta II platform, which it shares with the Opel Astra J and Chevrolet Aveo. Therefore, it is related to them not only by the units, but also by the chassis with its problems. Most cars (if not all) suffer from squealing noise from their front brake calipers. It is caused by play in the guide fingers. Replacement, if it helps, will not last long. The most effective way to combat this is to apply thick grease to the guides. Although this will only be a temporary solution. Another weak link in the brake system is the rapid wear of the front brake discs made from not the highest quality metal. They may require replacement at 30 thousand kilometers.

Brake calipers are not the only source of extraneous sounds in the chassis. The shock absorbers are also talkative, both front and rear. This is due to the design miscalculation of the bypass valves. The unpleasant sound does not affect performance in any way. The problem is primarily typical for pre-restyling cars. But Cruz did not get rid of the knocking of the front stabilizer struts. Support bearings are more reliable, but in some cars there are cases of their premature failure.

The steering does not have outstanding reliability for its class, but up to 100 thousand kilometers there is nothing to worry about. The main thing is to listen to the operation of the power steering pump. Its bearings turned out to be weak, which is why a characteristic hum and micro-wedges appear. As a result, the already not the most productive unit creates insufficient pressure in the system, which can lead to premature wear of the steering rack. The situation is aggravated by pipelines of complex shape, which also do not contribute to reliable oil circulation.

Despite the list of characteristic problems, the Chevrolet Cruze cannot be called a capricious car. In addition, it is relatively inexpensive to repair and maintain. It's no surprise that Cruz has become popular among taxi drivers. So when choosing a car, beware of cars with an opaque service history. There is a high probability that you may run into a beat-up taxi with a twisted mileage.

Almost all of the “childhood diseases” of this car of Korean-German blood appeared on fairly early runs. Moreover, what the owners call “jambs”, officials often carefully call design features - although they admit that the manufacturer corrected these features, listening to the owners’ complaints. Mechanics at several GM dealerships told us what these design features are and how to deal with them.

Noise when driving in reverse

“The car slows down like a truck!”; “The rear brakes are from KamAZ!” they swear Chevrolet owners Cruze. The most popular problem with the Cruze turned out to be noisy rear brake pads, which buzzed unpleasantly when the car was moving in reverse and when braking. This sore usually appeared during early runs. As soon as the problem announced itself as widespread, the Internet hastened to pass judgment Russian assembly: They say that only “Cruises” assembled in Shushary, Leningrad region, make noise. However, statistics nipped such assumptions in the bud: Korean Cruze The rear brake pads also hummed, and owners not only in Russia complained about this. At first, the manufacturer was in no hurry to take active action: the noise of the rear brakes was officially recognized as a design feature that does not affect functionality or safety in any way. As a mechanic at one of the dealerships said, “It’s like complaining about a diesel engine because it rumbles too loudly.” The officials made do with additional lubrication of the brakes, which temporarily allowed them to get rid of the unpleasant hum.

However, over time, due to the large number of requests regarding the problem, a technical bulletin was developed, in accordance with which anti-vibration dampers and brackets were installed on the pads, which did not allow them to make noise. This measure was carried out as part of the warranty at the request of the owner, and also began to be used in the production of new cars. True, even owners of restyled Cruzes sometimes complain that this problem arises over time, but in this case, cleaning the guides and caliper brackets during operation should help.

In addition, there were complaints about the knocking of the calipers. Some didn’t even wait for the dealer’s reaction and dealt with this noise ourselves , tightening the calipers with springs from the clamshell. It's funny, but the knocking went away. However, here too the manufacturer did not ignore the problem: official dealers We carried out a warranty replacement of the caliper assembly with an analogue one with modified guides (according to the official GM technical bulletin).

Power steering hums

Verdict “ design feature” was taken out not only by the rear brakes, but also by the power steering system, which also bothered the owners with excessive buzzing. Of course, any hydraulic booster can make characteristic noises when the steering wheel is turned all the way , but Chevrolet Cruze - special case: on it the power steering emits an annoying hum even in the zero position of the steering wheel. The source of annoying sounds is the power steering tube, which vibrates too much under fluid pressure and hits other elements in the engine compartment.

It is worth noting that before the manufacturer’s intervention, the officials, in an attempt to eliminate the noise, changed literally everything, from hoses and tubes to the power steering pump itself. Ultimately, as told at the Major dealership, the manufacturer issued a technical recommendation to eliminate this hum: the problem is solved by installing damper bolts instead of the usual ones, and the pipe line at the mounting points is fixed with additional rubber gaskets. Judging by the reviews of the owners, the extra sounds disappear after such measures.

The trunk button is stuck

“The trunk button is already sick of me (and I’m not the only one!), it’s unlikely that at least one of them survived at least one winter! I don’t want to change it for a new one (the same turd!): I don’t believe it will last long!”user shares CRUZE@shtern, forum mycruze.ru. Until recently, another of the most common “sores” of the Cruze was considered to be a weak and heat-loving trunk release button - in cold weather it often fails, and there were many cases of warranty replacement, as mechanics say. The problem is the poor seal of the lock body: moisture penetrates into the body, the contacts oxidize, and the button fails. By the way, a similar problem also occurred with Chevrolet models Orlando. Moreover, the mechanics warn that you should not consider the problem trivial and delay the service call: a faulty trunk button can “kill” the battery over time.

When the owner contacted us, the lock was replaced under warranty, and subsequently, as officials note, additional measures were taken to seal the lock. However, the effective “folk” method was not long in coming: owners sometimes independently move the button to the salon, where it is not afraid of weather disasters.

Oil leaks on the 1.6 engine.

The Chevrolet Cruze engine range has generally proven itself to be positive, but the “youngest” one can sometimes be snotty: with 109-horsepower 1.6-liter engines typical disadvantage is a leaking valve cover gasket. A similar problem on this engine appeared on the model Chevrolet Lacetti, and in 2008, technical changes seemed to be made, but Cruz still did not completely escape this problem. "I've already changed it 2 times, last time(in January 2015) I put everything on sealant. Yesterday I looked and the oil is oozing again. Small, but still unpleasant. What to do with it to solve this problem once and for all,” writes user DNS2003 on the Drive2 social network.

Leaks appear both due to deformation of the valve cover during operation, which over time began to lead to the detriment of tightness (the manufacturer eventually released a modernized part), and due to design features. The guide bushings for the valve cover fastenings turned out to be a little longer than necessary, and therefore replacing the gasket, which was carried out by the officials, did not help for long. Some owners tried to solve the problem by tightening the bolts, but this not only did not help, but could also lead to dire consequences: the bolts were quite easy to break if you overdid the tightening torque. "Damn, the bolts are also sweating. The mileage is 1,500 km, the dealer is also hovering about the sweating, but after a small scandal they pulled the lid. I drove for three weeks and didn’t sweat, yesterday I saw it again! Kick, shocked by GM. Before that there was a Mazda, Japanese, 11 years, I drove it for 6 years, even when replacing the timing belt I didn’t change the gasket - I didn’t sweat at all, but here it’s like a Soviet basin oozing from the factory!” says user Selikoff, chevrolet-cruze-club.ru

Tired of constantly changing the gasket, many owners resorted to rather radical methods: grinding off those same guide bushings and installing o-rings - which is typical - from KamAZ.

Interior trim wears out

If you believe the reviews, the car interior cannot be called ideal. Many people immediately did not like the poor sound insulation, while others complained about crickets, rattling plastic, and quickly worn-out seat upholstery. But the most common nuisance regarding the interior was peeling steering wheel.

“Like the owner, so is the car,” some will remark when they hear about such an annoying little thing. However, “cruiser drivers”, whose steering wheel managed to lose its presentable appearance already in the first thousand kilometers, can argue. "Guys, the scribe is complete! Mine is starting to peel off" leather steering wheel“The car is not even six months old, and already this! I’m shocked,” wrote user Vilik on the chevrolet-cruze-club.com forum. The problem does not depend on the year of manufacture; officials confirm cases of treatment both before and after restyling.

The case was recognized as under warranty, and the problem is solved in one of two ways - either they simply change the entire steering wheel, or they alter the rim. Moreover, having changed the wheels showed itself to be more effective method: The replaced steering wheel begins to peel off again over time.

Of course, the owners of classmates and competitors can gloat and be in full confidence that they definitely made the right choice and bought the most reliable and problem-free car. But perfect cars does not exist, and the fact that your favorite model has not yet appeared in this section means only one thing: we just haven’t gotten to it yet.

The Chevrolet Cruze was first released on Russian market in 2008, but to this day the design of this car remains in trend. It belongs to the C-class. It has 1.6 l, 1.8 l, 1.4 l turbo engines in its configurations, with gearboxes: six-speed automatic, five-speed manual. Like everyone else Chevrolet cars The Cruze has both its pros and cons.

Advantages of the Chevrolet Cruze

First of all, this is aggressive exterior design. His appearance is truly excellent. The massive bumper, by the way, is protected from below by rubber pads to protect against hitting the curb, which, in principle, can be removed if desired, the beautiful shape of the headlights, the large radiator grille - all this gives this car a presentable appearance.

Next, let's look at the interior. Everything in the interior is also quite decent, quite decent plastic, not very expensive, but not cheap either. Plenty of space ahead. The driver's seat is adjustable in both vertical and horizontal planes. The steering wheel has a comfortable ergonomic shape, with protrusions for thumbs. It is also adjustable in two planes.

The rear seat in the Chevrolet Cruze is also quite comfortable, your knees will not rest, even if your height is above 180 cm, good review V side glass, there is a comfortable armrest with cup holders, a cigarette lighter. Even in minimum configuration there is an audio system, power accessories, four airbags, and in the LT and LTZ trim levels the MyLink infotainment system with Bluetooth, multifunction steering wheel, in addition, the maximum configuration has a rear view camera.

Heated seats have three stages. There is a spacious glove compartment that can be locked with a key, plus a small glove compartment for small items on top of the panel. The trunk has quite impressive volumes of 413 liters in the hatchback, 450 liters in the sedan, 500 in the station wagon. There is a full-size spare wheel.

The chassis is reliable, taken from the Opel Astra G, in front there is a MacPherson strut with hydraulic supports, although it is a little expensive to maintain, and at the rear there is a reliable beam.

Crash tests of the Chevrolet Cruze showed pretty good safety results, and this is the most important indicator when buying a car.

Among other things, the price is quite tempting - maximum configuration will cost you a little more than one million rubles. And let’s not forget what kind of C-class car this is.

Now about the cons

The massive overhang of the bumper lowers the ground clearance. In this car it is only 160 mm. The outer handles protrude beyond the body and in bad weather they immediately become splashed with dirt, while water and sand fly out from under rear wheels right on the bumper. The radiator grille has large cells, through which small crushed stones fly and there is a danger of breaking through the air conditioner radiator; it is necessary to install an additional mesh.

The trunk and gas tank flap can be opened with the key; there is no way to open it from the passenger compartment. The washer tank is located next to the electronics, there is a possibility of flooding. Motors, in principle, are reliable, but phase shifters often fail. In addition, the 1.6 liter engine is rather weak for such a heavy car and does not provide enough zeal for Cruise; this engine also has a timing belt instead of a chain.

The chassis, as we have already said, is expensive to maintain. The calipers on the front wheels often knock. Let's move on to the salon. There are minor shortcomings, but we will still describe them. The seats do not have lumbar support, which will be uncomfortable on long trips. When folding the rear seats, you get a step, which is not always convenient. The front armrest extends, but does not lock and slides back under your arm. Small rear view mirror.

TO disadvantages of Chevrolet Cruze also includes the fact that manual transmission Reverse gear does not engage the first time. The noise insulation of this car is also not up to par. Cruise also has weak low-beam headlights, leaving an unlit area near the car. Single-zone climate control, if we’re really being picky, is still a C-class.

Summary of the above

In conclusion, we will write that this car is still in demand in our market and now for a reason. From everything considered, we note that the minuses remain minuses, but there are many more advantages. Yes, it loses to C-class cars German marks, and the Japanese ones will most likely beat it, but the Chevrolet Cruze is much more affordable in price. Its striking design, both exterior and interior, can still compete with other brands in its class years later. Yes, perhaps some will find Cruz too simple, but others will say - the simpler, the more reliable.