One of the biggest hurdles the folks at General Motors face in marketing the Cruze is getting consumers to set aside negative thoughts about Chevrolet and embrace a new product.
The Chevy Cruze, which replaces the "thank-goodness-it's-gone Cobalt," is a great place to start. And with an expected 40 mpg on the highway with the Cruze Eco model, consumers might quickly change their minds about Chevrolet.
The all-new 2011 Chevy Cruze pushes the limits of the compact segment. It offers a quiet, comfortable ride and a stylish and sturdy body, all at an affordable price.
The Cruze is already available across Europe and Asia, in a total of 60 countries, and will make its U.S. debut in September.
Chevy is offering five models of the Cruze to the U.S. market: Cruze LS, Cruze LT, Cruze 2LT, Eco Cruze, and Cruze LTZ. An RS package is available for the LT and LTZ models for $695 extra.
Handling
Pulling into traffic on I-66 heading east away from Dulles International Airport, the LTZ held its own against the elements and other vehicles. The ride was smooth and quiet, even in the pounding rain that had felled trees and knocked out power lines.
The LTZ's electrically assisted power steering was a plus when switching lanes quickly or hugging turns on the narrow roads of the Washington area.
Most surprising to critics is that the Cruze features a MacPherson strut suspension in the front end and the rear is a Z-link Watt's linkage, which keeps the suspension centered. The biggest difference with the Z-link, as opposed to a multi-link axle design, is that noise and vibrations are reduced.
The LTZ, starting at $22,695, is the top of the line. The instrument panel is bright and easy to read. And the car's midsize model amenities include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, and leather seats. The car also has Bluetooth phone connectivity, a USB port with audio interface, heated seats, and remote vehicle start.
Additional safety features on the LTZ include a tire pressure monitoring system, daytime running lamps and automatic headlamps, four-wheel disc brakes, and rear-parking assist.
The Chevy Cruze, which replaces the "thank-goodness-it's-gone Cobalt," is a great place to start. And with an expected 40 mpg on the highway with the Cruze Eco model, consumers might quickly change their minds about Chevrolet.
The all-new 2011 Chevy Cruze pushes the limits of the compact segment. It offers a quiet, comfortable ride and a stylish and sturdy body, all at an affordable price.
The Cruze is already available across Europe and Asia, in a total of 60 countries, and will make its U.S. debut in September.
Chevy is offering five models of the Cruze to the U.S. market: Cruze LS, Cruze LT, Cruze 2LT, Eco Cruze, and Cruze LTZ. An RS package is available for the LT and LTZ models for $695 extra.
Handling
Pulling into traffic on I-66 heading east away from Dulles International Airport, the LTZ held its own against the elements and other vehicles. The ride was smooth and quiet, even in the pounding rain that had felled trees and knocked out power lines.
The LTZ's electrically assisted power steering was a plus when switching lanes quickly or hugging turns on the narrow roads of the Washington area.
Most surprising to critics is that the Cruze features a MacPherson strut suspension in the front end and the rear is a Z-link Watt's linkage, which keeps the suspension centered. The biggest difference with the Z-link, as opposed to a multi-link axle design, is that noise and vibrations are reduced.
The LTZ, starting at $22,695, is the top of the line. The instrument panel is bright and easy to read. And the car's midsize model amenities include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, and leather seats. The car also has Bluetooth phone connectivity, a USB port with audio interface, heated seats, and remote vehicle start.
Additional safety features on the LTZ include a tire pressure monitoring system, daytime running lamps and automatic headlamps, four-wheel disc brakes, and rear-parking assist.
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