Consumer Reviews Summary
19 of 20 (95%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
2012 Chevrolet Cruze Overview
The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is back for its second year with a few changes that improve an already highly regarded product. Replacing the now defunct Cobalt, the Cruze retains the same look that it had when it debuted in 2011 but adds in a few mechanical improvements that improve fuel economy for added efficiency.
Under the hood you’ll find two engine options: a 138-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder that comes on the base LS trim, and a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder that produces the same horsepower, but adds an extra 23 pounds-feet of torque. Transmission options include a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The smaller, turbocharged engine also gets superior fuel economy to the base engine, 26 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway. However if that’s not enough for you, then you might be inclined to spring the Cruze Eco. This trim adds a few thousand dollars to the cost of the Cruze, but bumps fuel economy all the way up to 28 mpg in the city and a very impressive 42 mpg on the highway.
On the outside, the Cruze does not look as edgy as some of its competitors, like the Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, and Ford Focus, opting for more conventional styling. The Cruze is by no means boring however, with a split-Chevy grille up front, up to 18-inch wheels, and a sculpted hood. Exterior options include fog lights, a power sunroof, and a remote start system.
The 2012 Cruze keeps its upscale interior; it doesn’t look or feel like a cabin you would expect to find in a compact car. It also features 15.4 cubic feet of trunk space, which beats the Civic, Corolla, and Focus sedan by about 3 full cubic feet. Standard features include remote keyless entry, air conditioning, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, auxiliary audio input jack, and power windows and locks. The Cruze can also be outfitted with a sunroof, power driver’s seat, USB/iPod input, heated front seats, touchscreen navigation system, and Bluetooth® connectivity.
When it comes to safety, the Cruze comes outfitted with GM’s OnStar system standard (six months free, then paid subscription). It was also named an IIHS Top Safety Pick and got a full five-star rating from the NHTSA. Other standard safety features include ten airbags, electronic stability control, and antilock brakes.
Excellent safety features, fuel economy, and interior quality all combine to make the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze a great value all around.
2012 Chevrolet Cruze Consumer Reviews
19 of 20 (95%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
Two Most Recent Reviews:
2012 Cruze LT w/RS
Reviewed by OF in Euless, TX
May 14, 2012
This car is awesome!!! Great sporty red interior, nice wheels, navigation, digital speed, back up sensors, all the good stuff basically. The blue tooth is really cool! Who needs onstar with that! Very comfortable, quiet, and gets great gas mileage! This is the first car I have ever bought brand new and on my own, and it was deffinitly a good choice!
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
2012 Chevy Cruze LTZ
Reviewed by SJL in Hopewell Jct, New York
May 09, 2012
I have only owned this car for 2 months but so far everything has been perfect. No problems what-so-ever.
The gas mileage is just what they say. I'm getting 28+ around town, and I just finished a 3 hour highway trip at 65 mph, and my average was 38 MPG.
Quality of the car is excellent. I have looked over just about every inch of the car, and I can not see any defects at all.
This is a great set of wheels.
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
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