We all know the Chevrolet Lacetti. This is a fairly reliable and unpretentious car to maintain. He appeared on the world market in the early 2000s and lasted a very long period. But time does not stand still, and the Chevrolet concern was forced to make a major update. So, the Chevrolet Cruz came to replace the Lacetti. The machine is made in several bodies. The most popular in Russia is a sedan. But there is also the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback, which is no less practical and reliable. We will consider it today.
Appearance
The car practically does not differ in appearance from its older brother in the sedan. In front we see the same oblong optics, the lines of which stretch smoothly to the wing. The grille is impressive in size. In the center is a huge Chevrolet badge. The rear of the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback also has a modest design (the reader can see the photo of the car in our article).
Auto has a stylish and bright silhouette. The shape of the bumper and the back cover on the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback were pretty well chosen. The stop signal here is not LED, but the lights themselves look attractive and even to some extent resemble BMWs.
What do the reviews say about the quality of painting and about the metal itself at the Chevrolet Cruze? Owners pay attention that chips are often formed on this machine. Paintwork is not thick, so after 100 thousand kilometers the owners have to tint the front bumper, the bottom of the doors and the edge of the hood. As for metal, it does not rust, which is definitely good. But in order to maintain the appearance for as long as possible, it is worth applying a special protective film to the surface. Usually it is glued to the bumper, hood and side mirrors.
Sizes, clearance
Surprisingly, the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback has a wider body than a sedan. But the length of the hatchback is shorter. In this case, the wheelbase of the sedan and hatchback is the same. Its size is 2.68 meters.
But let's move on to the main numbers. So, the total length of the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback is 4.51 meters, width - 1.8, height - 1.48 meters. The amount of clearance is 14 centimeters. According to reviews, the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback is very low. Therefore, on deep irregularities and at the entrance to the curbs you need to be extremely careful.
Salon
The interior of the hatchback is decorated as stylishly and modernly as in a sedan. The machine features an ergonomic and attractive front panel. Steering wheel - three-spoke, with a basic set of buttons. The dashboard is arrow. According to reviews, it is a bit overloaded with excessive scales. In the center there is a small on-board computer. On the center console there are two vertical deflectors, a compact glove box (of course, there is also a main compartment in the cabin), as well as a digital multimedia screen. The center console is made in a V-shaped style, its contours continue until the door cards.
According to reviews, the car has comfortable seats with good lateral support. True, the adjustments on almost all trim levels are mechanical. An armrest is conveniently located between the front seats. Under it there is another niche for small things.
Since the dimensions of the body were increased in breadth, the car has a good supply of free space. Even tall drivers can comfortably fit in the car. As for the second row of seats, it is designed for three people. There is enough space both above the head and in the knees.
The sound insulation quality on the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback is the same as on the Lacetti. There are no frank crickets here, but small noises still put pressure on the head. The build quality of the cabin is at a decent level. Plastic does not get dirty ahead of time, and the leather on the seats (in the top trim levels) does not crack at high mileage. But on fabric chairs dust often accumulates. To keep the interior in good condition, you need to carry out thorough dry cleaning once every two years. Usually they use special equipment in the form of foam. After spending half a day at work, you can enjoy a clean and well-groomed interior for a long time.
Trunk
Despite the shorter length compared to the sedan, the boot volume in the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback is quite solid. So, in a five-seater version, its value is 413 liters. There is also the possibility of transforming the back of the rear sofa. The result is a flat cargo area of 883 liters.
Under the floor is a full-size spare wheel. The loading line of the trunk is low, which is very convenient. The lid itself rests on the gas stops. In cold weather, they work well - the trunk itself does not close unnecessarily.
Chevrolet Cruze hatchback - specifications
Like the Lacetti, the Chevrolet Cruze car is not equipped with diesel engines (at least in Russia). In our area, only three petrol power units are available. They are all four-cylinder, with distributed fuel injection.
So, the base engine for the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback is the Korean engine from Daewoo with a displacement of 1.4 liters. Its power is 90 horsepower. Torque - 125 Nm. The unit features a 16-valve head with a timing belt drive. There are no special systems and modern technologies in this motor, so it is quite resourceful and maintainable, which is confirmed by reviews.
Intermediate in this list is the 1.6-liter naturally-aspirated Ecotek engine. This motor has better features. Power is 107 horsepower. The torque is 142 Nm. Top in the line is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine. This is also a unit from the Ecotech series. Its maximum power is 140 horsepower. The torque is 175 Nm.
What do the owners themselves say about these units? Reviews note that the power plants on the Chevrolet Cruze are quite reliable. Due to the lack of turbines, modernized injection systems and other modern technologies (which are often used on German cars), the Chevrolet engine has a fairly large resource.
Transmission
As a transmission, mechanics can be used in five or six steps, as well as a six-band automatic. What box do owners recommend? If a car is bought for driving around a large city, it is definitely worth choosing a machine. It is unpretentious in maintenance and gives a comfortable ride. Chevrolet Cruz machines are very reliable. But so that the box does not start kicking at 150-200 thousand, it is worth changing the ATP-liquid in it. The regulation is 60 thousand kilometers.
Dynamics, expense
If we talk about the weakest motor, then it has far from the best dynamics, as mentioned in the reviews. So, acceleration to hundreds on the machine takes 13.5 seconds. The maximum speed is 177 kilometers per hour. The top engine will be faster, but still will not be able to perform sharp accelerations with it. Acceleration to hundreds on the mechanics takes 10 seconds.
The maximum speed is 200 kilometers an hour. But what unites all these engines is high fuel efficiency. Consumption is about eight liters per hundred in the combined cycle.
Chassis
The car is built on a universal platform "Delta-2" from "General Motors" (the same "trolley" is also available in "Astra J"). In front, the car received an independent suspension with A-shaped aluminum arms and MacPherson struts. At the back is a semi-dependent design. There is a torsion H-shaped beam on helical springs and with telescopic shock absorbers. Already in the basic configuration, the machine is equipped with disc brakes, as well as an ABS system.
Steering - rack with power. The car behaves predictably. The car is not looking for the road and to the best heels in corners. However, the rear semi-independent beam makes itself felt - the ride on the car is not the best. At the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback, suspension characteristics are tuned more for maneuverability than for comfort.
To summarize
So, we found out what a Chevrolet Cruze hatchback is. In the secondary market, a five-year copy will cost about 400-450 thousand rubles. This is a great option for those who are looking for an inexpensive and unpretentious car to maintain. The car is universal and suitable for city driving as well as for long trips. Fuel consumption, although not the same as on Volkswagen TSI engines, but the aggregate part fails much less frequently. That was the key feature of the Lacetti. Cruz became a good successor who borrowed only the most positive qualities from the “ancestor”.