ALL NEW CRUZE 2016

                                     ALL NEW CRUZE 2016

The new Chevrolet Cruze boasts a sleeker design than before .The new Cruze has a dual port grille flanked by sweptback headlamps. Speaking of headlamps, the top end models get projectors surrounded by LED elements along with LED DRLs. The face is inspired by the new Malibu, Impala and Volt, giving it a more aerodynamic appearance.  Contributing to the aerodynamics is the integrated spoiler on the boot lid and the separate pods for the reflectors.

The new Cruze is also 68 mm longer and 25 mm lower in height than the previous model. This has led to an increase in cabin space.The cabin still has the dual-cockpit theme which now gets soft touch surfaces and has a mix of matt black as well as glossy piano black textures. The MyLink screen in the center is new and comes in a 7-inch colour touchscreen configuration which supports navigation, Bluetooth and can also connect some of your smartphone’s features with those of the car. A bigger 8-inch display which supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will be available at a later date.

The 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that’s been offered in the lineup has been replaced by a new all-aluminum 1.4-liter engine that’s 44 pounds lighter than the cast-iron-block engine it replaces. It gains direct injection and engine stop-start, and it makes 153 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque and is mated to a new six-speed automatic transmission—altogether delivering an estimated 40 mpg highway, and capable of accelerating to 60 mph in about eight seconds. Separately, Chevrolet says that a 1.6-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine is on the way for 2017, but specifications and fuel economy haven’t yet been detailed.On the safety front, the current Chevrolet Cruze has been a standout, with some of the best crash-test ratings in its class. GM claims that the new body structure is stronger yet, and it’s boasting that the Cruze will offer more standard safety technologies than any other model in its class—including ten standard airbags. Side Blind Zone Alert, Front Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist, Rear Park Assist, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert will all be available.