10 Mar 09 12:54
Prices for the all-new Chevrolet Cruze will start at £11,545 when the four-door coupe goes on sale in July.
Although the entry level Cruze prices look like a bargain-hunter's dream, the mid-range 1.6 LS is expected to be the biggest seller. The LS will costs £12,595 which undercuts the equivalent Ford Focus by around £4,000.
The Cruze, which is based on the next-generation Astra platform, will be offered with a choice of four engines: 1.6-litre 111bhp and 1.8-litre 139bhp petrols featuring variable valve timing and two 2.0-litre diesels, with 123bhp or 148bhp power outputs. Automatic transmission will be offered on the petrol models.
The entry model is the 1.6 S, which offers remote central locking, follow-me-home lighting, CD-radio system, electric front windows, a fully-adjustable driver's seat and steering wheel, six airbags and stability control. The 1.6S A/C model, at £11,995, adds air conditioning.
The LS model starts at £12,595 for the 1.6 manual variant and includes air conditioning 16" alloy wheels, a chrome-edged radiator grille, front fog lights and reverse parking sensors.
Te LT, which comes in 1.8 petrol or 2.0-litre diesel guises, starts at £13,595. Standard kit includes cruise control, climate control, an automatic anti-dazzle rear view mirror, an upgraded high-output stereo, electric rear windows, chrome detailing and 17" alloy wheels, plus the option of an integrated satellite navigation system.
Check out 4Car tomorrow to read the Chevrolet Cruze car review.
