2012 Chevrolet Cruze review
Chevrolet Cruze highlights
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Pros
- Fuel-efficient turbo engine
- Solid handling
- Spacious trunk
Cons
- Mediocre seating comfort
- Sluggish transmission response
- Hard plastic surfaces
Mileage (EPA estimate)
25 city, 36 highway, 29 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze?
- Smart Key features are now available as options on select trims.
- The ECO trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The LS trim now comes with Power Mirrors as standard equipment.
- The LT trim now comes with Manual Transmission as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
1. Sturdy and practical
The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze can take you to your destination with ease. This compact car is low to the ground, without the glitz of newer models. Instead, it sticks to the essentials, getting an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway with the standard 1.8L engine and manual transmission.
2. Manual transmission
Before you throw up your hands, consider the perks of the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze's stick shift. The standard manual transmission gives you a connection to the car you just don't get with an automatic gearbox. This makes it particularly suited to winding roads and fun drives where you really want to feel how your car is performing.
3. Five trims to accommodate your needs
With five trims—LS, 1LT, Eco, 2LT, and LTZ—it's easy to find the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze that meets your needs. If you're looking for improved mpg figures, the 2012 Cruze Eco with the 1.4L turbocharged engine and manual transmission gets an EPA-estimated 28 mpg city and 40 mph highway.
4. Small frame and engine to fit tight spots
Even at the base level, the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze's standard 138-hp 1.8L four-cylinder engine provides the power you need to get from point A to point B. With standard front-wheel drive and room for five, the Cruze is a great daily driver. Available traction control and heated front seats are new for the 2012 model year, making chilly winter mornings easier than ever.
5. Upgraded tech inside and out
2012 marked the end of an era of car technology, with buttons few and far between in modern vehicles. If you're looking for a sophisticated, button-optimized dashboard, the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has what you want and need. Enjoy a tactile cabin alongside parking sensors and power locks, a Pioneer Bluetooth® speaker system, and more.
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Ratings & reliability
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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.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Chevrolet CruzeChevrolet Cruze features and specs
LS 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Manual Transmission
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.8L
Horsepower
138
Torque (ft-lbs)
125
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.6
Wheelbase
105.7"
Overall length
181"
Width
70.7"
Height
58.1"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 35.4"
Head room
F 39.3"/R 37.9"
Front tires
P215/60R16
Rear tires
P215/60R16
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Manual 6
2012 Chevrolet Cruze FAQ
The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LS: 25 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- LT: 26 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- ECO: 28 MPG City and 42 MPG Highway
- LTZ: 26 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 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Reviews.
The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze:
- Smart Key
- Power Mirrors
- Manual Transmission
- Cruise Control
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