Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback
Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback
The morning traffic jams in Frankfurt forced the start time of the hatchback presentation to be changed, and journalists, including myself, scattered around the Classicstadt auto center located in the former factory building. In a deserted corridor I notice a door with a sign: McLaren Cars. But inside, except for the brick walls, nothing - is being renovated.
Frustrated, I go up to the second floor and then I stumble upon the sports Altega GT. A little further on is the Porsche pair, to the left is the sleek Ferrari 512 Berlinetta Boxer. And all this is for sale! The polite manager, standing near the "Italian", broke into a smile: "Mr., with her you will be happy. 140 000 euros - and your car. Make up your mind!”
And who said that money is not happiness? But the philosophical question drove off the battle of ancient watches. Rather down - there is waiting for a more real and affordable car!
The hatchback looks more focused and sporty sedan
The hatchback looks more focused and sporty sedan. The hatchback looks more focused and sporty sedan.
From 10 meters I see - the Chevrolet Cruze hatch is more interesting than a sedan that has already mastered the business turmoil of our megacities. He is like a young man who enrolled in the weightlifting section. Time passed, muscles appeared - and now the girls cast interested looks.
The fifth door spoiler and teardrop shaped lights give the Cruz a youthful, sporty look. On the sides of the rear window is a pair of aerodynamic elements. The competitors do not. Perhaps, without these parts, water flowing in the rain from the rear pillars would fall on the glass?
There are aerodynamic elements on the glass of the tailgate. In rainy weather, they cut off the flow of water, facilitating the operation of the wiper
There are aerodynamic elements on the glass of the tailgate. In rainy weather, they cut off the flow of water, facilitating the operation of the wiper. There are aerodynamic elements on the glass of the tailgate. In rainy weather, they cut off the flow of water, facilitating the operation of the wiper.
Compared with the sedan, the novelty is 87 mm (4510 mm) shorter in length and 9 mm wider. But among the classmates, Cruz is a giant. For example, the length of the Opel Astra is 4420, and the Citroena C4 is 4329 mm. The luggage compartment of the hatch is also rather big: with a tire repair kit - 413 liters. The “Ford Focus” of the second generation has only 277 liters (but there is a full-size reserve). Exceeds the "Cruise" except that the "Skoda Octavia" with its impressive 585 liters.
Enough numbers, really want to drive! In a car with a 124-horsepower 1.6-liter engine, I set off on a short trip to the suburbs of Frankfurt. A couple of times I meet the same five-door "cruises" - in the Old World, sales are already underway. We will see cars only in winter. Assembly under Peter will begin in February. But under the hood there will be a familiar 109 hp engine - It is not so demanding on fuel quality. Those who want a more powerful one will later be offered a 1.8 liter unit.
The car is sold as a five-speed manual gearbox
The car is sold as a five-speed manual gearbox. The car is sold as a five-speed manual gearbox.
… and with a six-speed automatic. The latter can be ordered with any motor (1.6 or 1.8 liters)
… and with a six-speed automatic. The latter can be ordered with any motor (1.6 or 1.8 liters). … and with a six-speed automatic. The latter can be ordered with any motor (1.6 or 1.8 liters).
On the autobahn, the car behaves well. Having driven down the road leading to the Ronnenburg castle, I understand that the hatchback lacks self-discipline. Holding the lever of a mechanical box, I feel how small vibration is transmitted into the palm of my hand, and the clarity of switching is imperfect. Here is the tall hill where the citadel built in the 13th century stands. There is a paragliding school, and behind the ancient walls there is a well with a depth of more than 90 m! One of the visitors' favorite pastimes is to pour a bucket of water into it and wait a long time for splashing.
In the parking lot, he regretted that there would be no diesel engines in Russia. Indeed, such a 2-liter engine in the Cruz is the most powerful: 163 forces. He would have allowed to rise here with a breeze. Well, let's wait next year, when we have at least a gasoline 1.4-liter supercharged unit. At least something for those who like to drive fast!
In a familiar interior, the quality of the finish is up to standard. The fabric upholstery of the front of the dashboard also looks original
In a familiar interior, the quality of the finish is up to standard. The fabric upholstery of the front of the dashboard also looks original. In a familiar interior, the quality of the finish is up to standard. The fabric upholstery of the front of the dashboard also looks original.
However, taking a car with a 1.8 liter engine, I understand: it is also not bad! Like a lot more options with 1.6 liters. It drives well, is dynamic, and it’s more pleasant to work with a “pen”. Yes, this is not a sports car, but driving with a reserve of horsepower is much more pleasant.
On the road winding through corn fields, I was rather roughly overtaken by the local Volkswagen. Austrian numbers on Cruz! Having sat on the tail, he was able to confidently hold on to him, a little unnervingly rude.
In Eurozone countries, the price of a hatchback starts at 14, 990 euros. Our new product should appear at the price of a sedan (553, 000 rubles) or cheaper - we will find out in February. For comparison: the new “Focus” costs from 499, 000 rubles, and the Kia-Sid with a 109-horsepower engine (1.4 liters) will cost 539, 900 rubles.
In a hatchback, the landing is the same as in a sedan, but because of the high roof, there is much more space above the head
In a hatchback, the landing is the same as in a sedan, but because of the high roof, there is much more space above the head. In a hatchback, the landing is the same as in a sedan, but because of the high roof, there is much more space above the head.
I think the attractive appearance, the large trunk and the spaciousness on the back couch may prompt the purchase of a Cruise. With my height 190 cm of air above my head, even in excess. But the truly happy driver will make the 1.8-liter engine.
The hatchback is noticeably superior to the sedan in terms of boot comfort. Folding the back of the rear seat (in a proportion of 60:40), we get 883 liters of usable volume. However, there will be no level ground
The hatchback is noticeably superior to the sedan in terms of boot comfort. Folding the back of the rear seat (in a proportion of 60:40), we get 883 liters of usable volume. However, there will be no level ground. The hatchback is noticeably superior to the sedan in terms of boot comfort. Folding the back of the rear seat (in a proportion of 60:40), we get 883 liters of usable volume. However, there will be no level ground.
In European versions, only a repair kit is provided. We will sell cars with a dokatka
In European versions, only a repair kit is provided. We will sell cars with a dokatka. In European versions, only a repair kit is provided. We will sell cars with a dokatka.
