Recently, I had a chance to roll in a 2011 Chevy Cruze. To be quite honest, I wasn’t expecting much. In previous years, I had driven Cobalts and Cavaliers and I was never impressed with what Chevrolet delivered in this size of car. Those vehicles were bland and much too boring for anyone who wanted to make a statement with their ride.
But the 2011 Cruze is a whole new ballgame. Right when I saw it, I was surprised by how smooth it looks. The lines are sleek and the subtle shapes utilized throughout the design give it a luxury appearance. Finally, I thought to myself, Chevy went for hip instead of the same old, same old.
The first thing I checked was the trunk — and I wasn’t disappointed. The Cruze’s trunk is huge. In fact, it has much more storage room than my SUV. (Later I researched and, yes, the Cruze has a larger trunk than any of its competitors.)
Next, I got in the driver’s seat. I was again surprised by the luxuriousness. This car is stacked with technology and it’s all put together in a flashy yet convenient manner. From OnStar to Bluetooth technology to the USB port, the Cruze isn’t missing much of anything.
When I popped in my Kanye album and tested the sound system, the Cruze past with flying colors. It has a Pioneer system that has nine speakers bumping from all angles. Even out on the street, the noise of the road couldn’t be heard — it was just all about Kanye’s dark twisted fantasy. (The acoustics were so good that I had to check to make sure these were factory speakers and not an upgrade!)
While on the road, I really enjoyed how the Cruze handled. The steering wheel was fluid and it allowed me to swiftly navigate tight corners. And though the engine doesn’t compare to an expensive sportscar, the Cruze had more than enough pep.
Not only does the Cruze look good and handle well, it’s a comfortable ride. It has a twin cockpit design that makes you feel like you are floating just about the pavement. Even the backseat is spacious — with five people easily fitting in the car.
With gas prices sky high, perhaps the best bit of news concerning the 2011 Chevy Cruze is its gas mileage. My Cruze was the eco model, which gets over 40 miles to the gallon. I drove it everywhere for an entire week and I didn’t come anywhere close to having to fill up the tank. Compared to my gas guzzling SUV, to say that it was a good change of pace would be an understatement.
Chevy claims that Cruze Eco is the most fuel efficient car in the U.S. that is completely powered by gas … and I believe it. The Cruze also has a 5-star crash test rating with ten airbags standard. So with the obscene gas mileage and the ultimate safety rating, this ride is a good choice on all fronts.
I only had a few issues. First of all, with all the room dedicated to the seating and the trunk, there was a lack of easy-to-access storage within the car. A couple ladies said the backseats were a bit stiff and lacked air flow from the AC. I also found the steering wheel to be a little small and bulky for my liking.
Bottomline, the 2011 Chevy Cruze shouldn’t be snoozed on. Chevy is back in the game for those of us who value style along with functionality and practicality. And at about $18,000, there’s no bank breaking involved.
Here are some pics. For more information on the Chevy Cruze Eco, visit chevrolet.com.
Post from: EveryJoe
But the 2011 Cruze is a whole new ballgame. Right when I saw it, I was surprised by how smooth it looks. The lines are sleek and the subtle shapes utilized throughout the design give it a luxury appearance. Finally, I thought to myself, Chevy went for hip instead of the same old, same old.
The first thing I checked was the trunk — and I wasn’t disappointed. The Cruze’s trunk is huge. In fact, it has much more storage room than my SUV. (Later I researched and, yes, the Cruze has a larger trunk than any of its competitors.)
Next, I got in the driver’s seat. I was again surprised by the luxuriousness. This car is stacked with technology and it’s all put together in a flashy yet convenient manner. From OnStar to Bluetooth technology to the USB port, the Cruze isn’t missing much of anything.
When I popped in my Kanye album and tested the sound system, the Cruze past with flying colors. It has a Pioneer system that has nine speakers bumping from all angles. Even out on the street, the noise of the road couldn’t be heard — it was just all about Kanye’s dark twisted fantasy. (The acoustics were so good that I had to check to make sure these were factory speakers and not an upgrade!)
While on the road, I really enjoyed how the Cruze handled. The steering wheel was fluid and it allowed me to swiftly navigate tight corners. And though the engine doesn’t compare to an expensive sportscar, the Cruze had more than enough pep.
Not only does the Cruze look good and handle well, it’s a comfortable ride. It has a twin cockpit design that makes you feel like you are floating just about the pavement. Even the backseat is spacious — with five people easily fitting in the car.
With gas prices sky high, perhaps the best bit of news concerning the 2011 Chevy Cruze is its gas mileage. My Cruze was the eco model, which gets over 40 miles to the gallon. I drove it everywhere for an entire week and I didn’t come anywhere close to having to fill up the tank. Compared to my gas guzzling SUV, to say that it was a good change of pace would be an understatement.
Chevy claims that Cruze Eco is the most fuel efficient car in the U.S. that is completely powered by gas … and I believe it. The Cruze also has a 5-star crash test rating with ten airbags standard. So with the obscene gas mileage and the ultimate safety rating, this ride is a good choice on all fronts.
I only had a few issues. First of all, with all the room dedicated to the seating and the trunk, there was a lack of easy-to-access storage within the car. A couple ladies said the backseats were a bit stiff and lacked air flow from the AC. I also found the steering wheel to be a little small and bulky for my liking.
Bottomline, the 2011 Chevy Cruze shouldn’t be snoozed on. Chevy is back in the game for those of us who value style along with functionality and practicality. And at about $18,000, there’s no bank breaking involved.
Here are some pics. For more information on the Chevy Cruze Eco, visit chevrolet.com.
Post from: EveryJoe