Finding a sedan that’s compact, fuel-efficient and spacious
enough for a family is no easy feat. For 2013 GM has brought back its
best-selling passenger car worldwide, the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, as an answer to
those looking for practicality, fuel-efficiency and roominess that every
growing family is looking for.
The 2013 Chevy Cruze is available in the LS,LT, LTZ and ECO
Trims.
What’s New?
New for 2013 is the introduction of the Chevrolet MyLink
infotainment system as standard equipment on specific trim packages, plus other
technological upgrades not seen in other compact cars such as a rear vision
camera, Rear Park Assist, Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
Under The Hood
The 2013 Cruze offers two fuel-efficient engine choices
paired with either a six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission.
Standard in the entry level trim, the Cruze LS, is an Ecotec
1.8-liter four-cylinder that is able to produce 138 hp to the front wheels and
delivering an impressive, EPA-estimated 36 mpg highway. LT, LTZ and Eco models come
standard equipped with a turbocharged Ecotec 1.4-liter engine that balances offers
a combination of power (138 hp and 148 lb/ft of torque) and fuel efficiency (EPA Estimates go up to 42
mpg for the Eco trim with manual transmission). That number makes the Cruze Eco
the most fuel-efficient, gasoline-powered/non-hybrid car in America, offering
up to 500 miles on a single tank of gas.
The 2013 Chevy Cruze is stocked with a MacPherson strut
front suspension, rack-mounted electric power steering and an available Z-link
rear suspension design making the Cruze not just a practical vehicle for the
family, but a very fun one to drive! The 2013 Cruze is easy to maneuver through
crowded city streets, and makes it easy to find a place to park it.
Exterior
Outside, the 2013 Chevy Cruze features an arching roofline
and an aerodynamic design that helps increase its fuel efficiency and reduce
cabin noise. The prominent two-tier grille wears the iconic Chevrolet bowtie
badge, and it offers a choice between 16-, 17- and 18-inch wheels. For those
who seek a bit more sportiness, an available RS Appearance Package adds unique
fascias, rocker moldings, foglamps and rear spoiler.
The 2013 Chevy Cruze comes with the following standard
features: full power accessories, air conditioning, anti-theft system, an
adjustable steering wheel, remote keyless entry, a USB port and a six-speaker
stereo with SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability.
If you want to take the Cruze to the next level, available
options include a power sunroof, rear vision camera, leather upholstery, heated
front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and a seven-inch
color touch-screen display.
Standard on 2LT, Eco and LTZ models, the 2013 Chevy Cruze
now features the popular MyLink infotainment system, equipped with Bluetooth
hands-free phone and streaming audio integration as well as voice recognition
for phone, radio and music control. Streaming internet audio applications, such
as Pandora and Stitcher, are included, and Gracenote displays album artwork on
the standard color touch-screen that also controls the stereo, CD player and
MP3 playback.
Safety
The available Enhanced Safety Package includes the
previously mentioned Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Rear
Park Assist.
Even without this package, the 2013 Chevy Cruze still stays
on top of its class when it comes to safety, by being the first compact sedan
to offer 10 airbags as standard equipment, and by strategically placing high-strength
steel in crucial areas for maximum impact absorption. With the inclusion of
StabiliTrak® the 2013 Chevy Cruze will come equipped with electronic stability
control with Rollover Mitigation, Traction Control and antilock braking as
standard equipment. The 2013 Cruze achieved a perfect five star rating in
overall performance in government crash testing and achieved a “Top Safety
Pick” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Rounding off the safety features, the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
is also equipped with the popular OnStar system. Which not only automatically
notifies authorities in the event of an accident, but it also features Stolen
Vehicle Slowdown, Remote Door Unlock and Emergency Services and many other
features. Also, a new RemoteLink Mobile App lets smartphone users remotely
control vehicle functions from the convenience of their phones, another very nifty
feature.
Conclusion
When you add it all up, the 2013 Chevy Cruze really is the
full package. It offers all the amenities, safety, roominess and quietness of a
larger sedan combined with the efficiency and value of a compact car, so we
expect it to be a favorite among compact sedan fans.
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