Tag: Chevrolet Cruze

Chevrolet line-up for 2012 SEMA
Chevrolet has аnnounced their line-up for the upcoming 2012 SEMA event. The manufacturer will present stylized Spark, Sonic and Cruze concepts. The cars demonstrate the possibilities for customers who want a more personalized driving experience. Chevrolet previewed the concept vehicles ahead of the Oct. 30 opening of the SEMA Show, the annual automotive aftermarket extravaganza of styling and performance, along with the multihued “The Color Run” Spark and “Pink Out” Spark – a car for a cause.

The Cruze Upscale concept comes with a nice Burnished Brandy Metallic exterior, nicely tinted front lights and a set of 19” aluminuim wheels. The interior boasts Loft Brown leather seats, yellow contrast stitching and dark liquid palladium trim. There is also an adjustable coilover suspension.

The second model, which will be presented is the Malibu Turbo Performance concept. It features a Berlin Blue exterior with a ground effects package. The Malibu rolls 20” aluminum wheels fitted with Pirelli PZero tires. The interior comes with two-tone Recaro sport seats, a flat-bottom steering wheel and black chrome trim. The car also comes with some performance tweaks like HiPer Strut front suspension, big brakes and a CAI system.

Several Sparks will join the line-up. These include Sinister, Color Run and Pink Out concepts.

Cruze Upscale concept:
- Unique ground effects package with rocker and fascia extensions
- Black Ice bright-accented exterior trim
- Tinted headlamp and fog lamp lenses
- Dark-tinted windows
- Custom 19×8.5-inch aluminum wheels finished in Black Ice
- 225/40ZR19 Bridgestone Potenza S-04 tires
- Seats trimmed in Loft Brown leather
- Loft Brown and DK Atmosphere leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Yellow accent stitching on the seats and steering wheel
- Dark Liquid Palladium high-gloss interior trim plates
- Door panels and instrument panel with Loft Brown and DK Atmosphere leather wraps and DK Atmosphere paint
- Adjustable coil-over suspension kit
- Four-piston front brake calipers with two-piece vented and drilled rotors
- Two-piston rear brake calipers with vented and drilled rotors.
Sonic Z-Spec 1 concept:
- Chevrolet licensed accessories Borla exhaust system
- Lowered ride height, with Chevrolet Performance concept suspension kit, including lowering sprints and performance dampers
- Chevrolet Performance concept brake kit, featuring four-piston front disc brake calipers with 16-inch rotors
- Eighteen-inch split-spoke wheel design with Synergy Green insert
- Sonic RS rear spoiler in Ashen Grey
- Ashen Grey Metallic Z-Spec stripe and logos
- Chevrolet Accessories ground effects kit
- Mesh-style upper and lower grilles in Piano Black with Ashen Grey surrounds
- Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel pedals
- Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel sill plates
- Jet Black and Titanium interior with Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel pedal covers and sill plates
- Chevrolet MyLink color touch screen
- Chevrolet licensed accessories Sub and Amp Kit, with KICKER 200-watt DSP amp and 200-watt powered subwoofer.
Sonic Z-Spec 2.5 concept:
- Abalone White Tricoat exterior color with Z-Spec graphics
- Unique ground effects package and lower fascia extensions
- Chevrolet Accessories rear spoiler
- Galvano Silver accents on the grille surround, fog lamp bezels door trim and wheels
- Tinted headlamps and fog lamps
- Concept 18×7.5-inch wheels in Galvano Silver with Signal Red edges
- Jet Black leather-trimmed interior with Orange Crust leather inserts and orange accent stitching
- Orange anodized and Piano Black interior trim plates
- Jet Black Leather-, Jet Black Suede- and Orange Suede-wrapped door panels and instrument panel with Orange accent stitching
- Jet Black perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel pedal covers
- Chevrolet MyLInk color touch screen
- Chevrolet licensed accessories Sub and Amp Kit, with KICKER 200-watt DSP amp and 200-watt powered subwoofer
- Lowered ride height, with Chevrolet Performance concept suspension kit, including lowering sprints and performance dampers
- Chevrolet Performance concept brake kit, featuring four-piston front disc brake calipers with 16-inch rotors
- Chevrolet Performance concept single-piston rear brake calipers with Sonic RS rotors
- Chevrolet Performance concept cold-air intake kit
- Chevrolet licensed accessories Borla exhaust system.
Spark Z-Spec concept:
- Chevrolet Accessories ground effects kit (body color)
- Chevrolet Accessories Z-spec grille with Carbon Flash-painted surround
- Grille surrounds, headlamp housings, fog lamp bezels, belt moldings and rear diffuser painted Dark Argent
- Z-Spec body graphics in matte black
- Chevrolet Performance licensed front lowering coil-over springs and rear adjustable springs
- Concept 15×6-inch split-spoke wheels in Dark Argent with Salsa Red inserts and tire stripes
- Lowered ride height
- Seats trimmed with Salsa Red inserts
- Front door and instrument panel inserts in Salsa Red
- Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel pedal covers and sill plates
- Chevrolet MyLInk color touch screen.
Spark Sinister concept:
- Dramatic body work with bold rocker fairings, a rear diffuser with dual exhaust outlets, rear wing spoiler and a front fascia with large air intakes
- Prominent fender flares to cover large, 18×6-inch split-spoke wheels – in Bahia Red – and low-profile performance tires: 205/40ZR18 (front) and 225/40ZR18 (rear)
- Lowered ride height
- Carbon Flash Metallic exterior with Bahia Red accents and matte-black graphics.
Source: GM
October 23, 2012
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 VCDi

Lately, Chevrolet have showns signs of going green. The latest proof of that is the Cruze and its new fuel-efficient, low CO2 engine. Initially available only in the five-door Cruze, this 1.7 VCDi unit is bound to give you reasonable amounts of fun with extra frugality in return.

62.7 mpg on the combined cycle and 117g/km of CO2 (tax friendly in the UK). This is what’s supposed to make the Chevrolet Cruze standout among the other hatchbacks on the market today. For that kind of cleanliness, you are allowed to play with up to 130PS and 300Nm of torque. Zero to sixty is done in 9.4 seconds and the top speed stands at 124 mph.

That’s pretty impressive, given the fact that the base trim (LS) will include air conditioning, ESC, remote central locking, follow-me-home headlamps, electrically-adjustable mirrors and electric front windows. Cough up some more money and get you’ll get the LTZ version which adds to the LS cruise control, 17-inch alloys, auto-dimming mirror, automatic headlights, climate control, rain-sensing wipers and aluminium-effect interior detailing.

Deliveries are expected to start in May while, later this year, a Station Wagon will also join the 1.7 VCDi family.

Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 VCDi

Souce: Chevrolet

April 17, 2012
Chevy Sonic Turbo Now With 6-speed Automatic

Good news for those who have always fancied the Cehvy Sonic Turbo but were never too keen about the idea of a stick-shift. The Ecotec 1.4L Sonic will now be available also with an automatic.

“Providing the option of a turbocharged engine to our non-stick driving Chevy customers allows us to offer everyone the thrill and power of a fuel-efficient Ecotec 1.4L powerplant,” said Jim Danahy, vehicle line director and vehicle chief engineer for North American small cars. “Both in the Sonic and Cruze, the engine enables better fuel economy without sacrificing power or performance. It’s really a winning combination.”

Yes, no sacrifice in terms of power, but a skillful person behind the wheel of a manual Sonic Turbo can get from off the line, to 62mph in 7.8 seconds whereas the automatic will make that run for “about” 8.0 and there’s nothing you can do about it. Still, it’s hardly end of the world this issue.

Here’s the funny thing however – most companies nowadays claim that their automatic transmissions return better mpg than manuals even. This is not the story here. The 6-speed automatic is said to deliver an EPA-estimated economy of 37 mpg on the highway and 27 mpg in the city. The manual fares a little bit better than that: 40 mpg highway and 29 mpg urban.

Nevertheless, all is a small price to pay for the benefits of an automatic gearbox – convenience and comfort.

Chevrolet Sonic Turbo

2012 Hydra-Matic 6T40 (MH8) transmission unit

Source: Chevrolet

March 23, 2012
2012 Geneva Motor Show: Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon

Chevrolet has introduced the new Cruze Station Wagon at the 82nd International Geneva Motor Show. It was exhibited alongside two youth concept cars – the Code 130R and Tru 140S. The manufacturer also displayed their latest on-board infotainment – Chevrolet MyLink.

The new Cruze Station Wagon will be offered with a five power units – a 1.6 liter and a 1.8 liter petrol engines and a new 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol. The diesel range includes an improved 2.0 liter, which is currently available for the saloon version and a new 1.7 liter VCDi featuring start-stop technology – 132PS (97 kW) and CO2 emission of 119 g/km.

The exterior features new front fascia, modified headlights and some new sets of alloy wheels. The interior boasts different center console and a better choice of seat fabrics and colors.

The vehicle has another great advantage – an incredible load space of almost 1500 liters with rear seats fold down.

Option list include keyless entry and start, a rearview camera and Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system.

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon Geneva 2012

Source: Chevrolet

March 13, 2012
Chevrolet at the Geneva Motor Show

Chevrolet will reveal several exciting new vehicles at the 82nd International Geneva Motor Show, next week. The new Cruze Station Wagon will make its official debut and two youth concept cars – the Code 130R and Tru 140S. Last, but not least, the future of on-board infotainment will be displayed in the form of Chevrolet MyLink.

The Station Wagon will strengthen the Cruze line-up with its natural appeal to families and people who want a compact car with more carrying space to fit an active lifestyle. There will be five different powertrains including a new 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol and a new 1.7 liter diesel as well as an updated 2.0 liter diesel. All engines are EURO5 compliant.

New equipment and features on the Cruze include keyless entry and start, rear view camera, Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system (see below) and start-stop functionality depending on trim and engine choice.

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon

The two concepts Code 130R and Tru 140S will also make their first appearance in Europe at the Geneva Motor Show. The turbocharged Code 130R is a RWD four-seat coupe with an upright profile while the FWD Tru 140S is an affordable exotic four-seat sport coupe. The interior of the concepts is very enjoyable, too. The British designers of the concepts, Nicholas David and Joe Baker from GM’s North Hollywood Design Center, will attend the event to explain how the cars were created following the styling and functionality this group of new buyers says they want in a car.

Do not miss the opportunity to check out other vehicles from Chevrolet, which will be exhibited in Geneva.

Chevrolet-CODE 130R and TRU 140S

Source: Chevrolet

March 1, 2012
Cruze Station Wagon at Geneva

Geneva this year will see the unveiling of a new type of Chevrolet Cruze – The Cruze Station Wagon. It is here to complement the already best sellers, the hatch and the saloon Cruze, and now, as a whole, Chevrolet can meet the needs of its customers, whatever they might be.

Obviously, the Cruze Station Wagon is betting on space. 1500 liters of cargo space in fact if you top it up. However, dimensions have not changed much. The Wagon stands at 4,678mm in length while the hatch and the saloon are 4,510mm and 4,597mm respectively. It also retains the forms of a Cruze with that tapering single arch roofline which comes with roof rails as standard – convenience and sportiness at the same time. A few details have been changed for the MY2012 – remodeled front fascia, modified head-lamp interiors and fog lamps, and new wheel styles on the exterior and refinements to the center console and a greater choice of seat finishes for the interior.

Engine choice is said to be wide. The one mentioned is the new 130bhp 1.7-litre VCDi diesel engine which has a Stop/Start technology working along side it and thus the CO2 emissions equal to 119g/km.

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon (2012)

Source: Chevrolet

February 9, 2012
Aveo Heads Euro NCAP Safety Ranking

Chevrolet is building a reputation of a manufacturer that produces safe cars for the road which can only underline the already appealing character of its vehicles. The Aveo now is the latest Chevrolet with a 5-star Euro NCAP. Not only that but it is also the best in its class (the supermini segment).

Rigorously tested for virtually every scenario by NCAP, the Aveo scored an overall score of 85 out of 100 which is as high as it goes for cars from that segment. The Aveo fared particularly well in the key areas of adult and child occupant protection – 95 and 87 out of 100 respectively. And no wonder. The Aveo is packed full of safety technology. Six airbags as standard, all linked to a sensor box in the center of the car. Also a child-seat latching system is also standard. Things that keep the car on the road are things such as electronic stability control, traction control, a four-channel anti-lock braking system with brake assist, and electronic brake force distribution. For the more novice drivers, the Aveo also offers hill-start assist and cruise control with a speed limiter function.

“We take safety very seriously at Chevrolet and this class-leading result for the New Chevrolet Aveo proves this entirely,” said Mark Terry, Managing Director, Chevrolet UK. “Our whole model line-up provides impeccable safety credentials with the majority achieving a five star rating; it brings great peace of mind to our customers.”

The Aveo is not the only NCAP veteran here. Chevrolet has an extensive lineup of cars that have been awarded five stars in safety – Cruze, Captiva and Orlando all share that award. And the Volt (the electric one) was also given a five star award in 2011 proving that electric vehicles do not compromise safety.

Chevrolet Aveo (2012)

So as it turns out, buying a Chevrolet is playing safe… in many many ways.

Source: Chevrolet

February 9, 2012

2012 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Price – £13 995

Chevrolet has priced Cruze Hatchback at just £13 995 on-the-road. The car will arrive at the dealerships next month and will offer premium specification at surprisingly affordable price.

“The hatchback version of the Cruze is a massively important new car for us, as it not only appeals on a retail level, but also massively increases Chevrolet’s appeal to the fleet market – alongside the Orlando and the New Captiva, and with a new Aveo just round the corner, we have a truly holistic model range that will appeal to fleet managers, user-choosers and retail customers alike.”, commented Chevrolet Managing Director, Mark Terry.

The car comes with a 5-year warranty and will be offered in three trim levels with a choice of two petrol or one diesel engine. All have Electronic Stability Control as standard, along with a host of safety features comparable to the five-star Euro NCAP rated Cruze saloon.

2012 Chevrolet Cruze LS 1.6 litre with 124PS features Air conditioning, remote locking, electric-front windows, follow-me-home headlights, electrically-adjustable heated door mirrors and a quality radio/CD player with auxiliary input.

The LT model is priced at £14 895. It adds cruise control, electric windows all round, a multi-function trip computer, parking distance sensors, 16” alloy wheels, front fog lamps, steering wheel audio controls and a leather steering wheel and gearknob

Starting at £16 095, the LTZ trim offers Bluetooth, a USB port, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, an electro-chromatic rear view mirror, 17” alloys and aluminium-effect trim on the instrument panel

The bigger 1.8 liter petrol develops 141PS is mated to a 5-speed manual or automatic gearbox. The diesel variant is a 2.0 liter VCDi delivering 163PS comes with either 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.

Chevrolet Cruze 5-door hatchback

Model	Engine	Transmission	On-the-road price
LS	1.6 petrol	Manual	£13,995
LT	1.6 petrol	Manual	£14,895
LT	1.6 petrol	Auto	£15,895
LT	2.0 VCDi	Manual	£17,195
LTZ	1.8 petrol	Manual	£16,095
LTZ	1.8 petrol	Auto	£17,095
LTZ	2.0 VCDi	Manual	£17,795
LTZ	2.0 VCDi	Auto	£18,795
LTZ Exec Pack	2.0 VCDi	Manual	£19,295
LTZ Exec Pack	2.0 VCDi	Auto	£20,295

Source: Chevrolet

June 8, 2011

BTCC: Donington Park race

James Nash is the new leader in Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship. Droitwich’s Neal won yesterday’s first race with his turbocharged Team Honda Racing Civic. . Second and third were the Vauxhall Vectras of Pirtek Racing’s Jordan and 888 Racing with Collins Contractors’ Nash.

Jason Plato crashed his Chevrolet Cruze, when he went off the track at 193 km/h (120mph). The car stroke a barrier and rolled three times. It is a pure miracles for Plato, who got out of the car unharmed. However, the Cruze was destroyed in seconds.

“It was amazing. It looked an impossible task and the car looked like a Transformer. But the lads were just amazing – you could see the passion in everybody.” commented Jason.

“They’re the best racing team in the world, forget F1. That was teamwork. I had tears in my eyes, they had tears in their eyes and to see their commitment makes up for all the bad weekends we’ll ever have. There was real emotion out there today.”, he added.

Still, in just 90 minutes, RML crew had repaired the car and Jason Plato rewarded them with an emotional 6th place.

There were a lot of punishments, too.

– Race 1, Andy Neate, officially reprimanded and 2 penalty points on his competition licence;
– Race 2, Tom Chilton and Gordon Shedden, both officially reprimanded and 2 penalty points;
– Race 3, Dave Newsham, fined £500 and 3 penalty points & James Nash, 2 penalty points.

Check out the results, below!

2011 Dunlop BTCC Drivers’ Points after Donington Park (round 2 of 10):

1. James Nash, 59
2. Matt Neal, 55
3. Mat Jackson, 54
4. Andrew Jordan, 45
5. Jason Plato, 43
6. Tom Chilton, 32
7. Gordon Shedden, 30
8. Paul O’Neill, 26
9. Alex MacDowall, 19
10. Robert Collard, 17

Manufacturers/Constructors’ Points:

1. Honda/Dynamics, 107
2. Chevrolet/RML, 106
3. Arena/Ford, 83

HiQ Teams’ Points:

1. Honda Racing Team, 78
2. 888 Racing with Collins Contractors, 66
3. Silverline Chevrolet, 59
4. Airwaves Racing, 54
5. Pirtek Racing, 53
6. Team Aon, 32

Independent Drivers’ Points:

1. James Nash, 71
2. Mat Jackson, 67
3. Andrew Jordan, 50
4. Tom Chilton, 44
5. Paul O’Neill, 40
6. Robert Collard, 27

Independent Teams’ Points:

1. 888 Racing with Collins Contractors, 71
2. Airwaves Racing, 68
3. GoMobileUK.com with tech-speed, 46
4. Team Aon, 44
5. WSR, 37
6. Geoff Steel Racing, 15

*All points remain provisional

Source: BTCC

April 18, 2011
Holden Cruze SS

Holden is soon release a sports version of Cruze, which is named SS. The car will compete directly against the hot hatchbacks – Ford Focus ST and Mazda3 MPS.

The vehicle will be offered in both body styles with four and five-doors. Because, Holden is the Australian “Chevrolet”, Cruze SS will be the same like the Cruze Z-Spec Concept, which was unveiled at the 2010 SEMA Motor Show,

Holden Cruze will be powered by Opel Astra’s engine and to match the competition, probably, it will be a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 290PS (213 kW). For maximum performance, Cruze SS will also have a sport-tuned suspension and a revised steering system.

Holden Cruze SS is expected to be exhibited at the Australian International Motor Show and hopefully to be launched later this year.

Source: Wolrdcarfans

March 23, 2011
WTCC 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6 turbo

Chevrolet had an awesome racing year and now it is time for 2011 WTCC Cruze to be taken on another season after its victorious run. The brand won both the Drivers’ and Manufacturers’ cups in the 2010 WTCC with the Cruze.

For this season, Chevrolet has unveiled the 2011 spec version, which meets FIA’s regulations.

The most important is the switching from naturally aspirated 2.0 liter engines to turbocharged 1.6 liter units.

So, the 2011 WTCC Chevrolet Cruze now comes with a 1.6 liter turbocharged petrol with 310PS (228 kW) and 335Nm (247 lb-ft) of torque. The car is completely redesigned to put in order the new cooling and ancillary engine systems, front suspension, brakes, aerodynamics and weight distribution.

The driver lineup includes world champion Yvan Muller and Rob Huff.

The 2011 WTCC Chevrolet Cruze will make its debut next weekend in Brazil at the Curitiba race.

Source: Chevrolet Europe

March 14, 2011
Geneva 2011: Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback

At the Geneva Motor Show, Chevrolet is celebrating the world premiere of its latest addition to the Cruze range, the long-anticipated 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback. (more…)

March 2, 2011