Thursday, December 13, 2012

Vehicle Profile: 2013 Chevrolet Cruze


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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.

Features

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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