2020 Chevrolet Cruze

Fortune does not necessarily favor the bold in the compact crossover segment — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks in part to their all-around competencies and historical past of reliability. Nonetheless, automakers strive to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2020 Chevrolet Cruze stands out by bringing high-end luxury options and a couple of distinctive engines to this sometimes price-conscious class.

Redesigned simply last yr, the 2020 Chevrolet Cruze is one of the newer entries on this section. As such, all the latest security options can be found, from a surround-view parking digital camera to forward collision warning system that may determine pedestrians. Unlike some rivals, most of those options can solely be ordered on the highest trim level, but at the very least you can get them. Additionally available are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking digital camera and ventilated front seats — uncommon options in this class.

We additionally like that the 2020 Chevrolet Cruze gives two different powertrains when you aren’t happy with the base turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in combined driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); on the different, a turbocharged 2.0-liter with an extra 80 horsepower. Watch out, however: When you start checking the options boxes, the 2020 Chevrolet Cruze will be considerably more expensive than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that cannot be disabled and disappointing materials high quality additionally may give prospective buyers pause.

The 2020 Chevrolet Cruze is a five-passenger compact crossover that costs a bit more than most rivals. It’s bought in 4 trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The base L model looks like an awesome deal till you understand that it is a custom-order mannequin and you’ll have to wait for it to be constructed. You will discover the LS at virtually any dealer, however it’s dearer and does not add a lot. Greatest to skip straight to the LT, which is only a bit costlier and consists of extra features and entry to extra choices. If you want the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier includes it all.

Three engines are provided on the 2020 Chevrolet Cruze. The usual engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. A extra powerful turbocharged 2.Zero-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is non-compulsory and comes standard with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Also optionally available is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed computerized. Each of these engines may be ordered on LT and Premier trim ranges.