Chevrolet Cruze Dimensions, the volume of its trunk and ground clearance are of interest to all potential buyers of this wonderful car. In today's article we will analyze in detail the dimensions of the trunk, dimensions and Chevrolet Cruze ground clearance.
Let’s say right away that today Cruz is sold in Russia in three body styles. These are the Cruze sedan, hatchback and Cruze in a universal body. The length of all cars is different, but the wheelbase and ground clearance are the same. The cabin is equally spacious in all three variants, but the size of the trunk varies significantly.
The ground clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze is one of the most important factors for operating a car on our bumpy roads. The manufacturer itself claims that the Cruze's ground clearance is 16 centimeters, but as measured under the protection of the engine compartment, this figure is about 140 mm. It is worth taking into account the size of the wheels and the profile height of the tires that are installed on the cars; this may change the Cruise's ground clearance. The manufacturer itself suggests installing 205/60 R16 or 215/50 R17 as standard wheels.
Let's start the review of sizes with the Cruise sedan. The length of the car is 4,597 mm. wheelbase 2,685 mm, Chevrolet Cruze trunk volume 450 liters. The luggage compartment volume is small, since the designers gave more space to passengers. Detailed dimensions of the sedan are below.
Dimensions, ground clearance, trunk Chevrolet Cruze sedan
- Length – 4597 mm
- Width – 1788 mm
- Height – 1477 mm
- Curb weight – from 1285 kg
- Gross weight – 1788 kg
- Trunk volume – 450 liters
- Ground clearance of Chevrolet Cruze sedan – 160 mm
The length of the hatchback is almost 9 centimeters less than that of the Cruz sedan, the trunk volume is 413 liters, which is noticeably less than that of the same sedan. However, the Cruze hatchback has a big advantage: it is a rear door, into which, with the seats folded, you can load almost everything that a sedan cannot boast of. Details of the machine's dimensions are below.
Dimensions, ground clearance, trunk Chevrolet Cruze hatchback
- Length – 4510 mm
- Width – 1788 mm
- Height – 1477 mm
- Curb weight – from 1305 kg
- Gross weight – 1818 kg
- Base, distance between front and rear axle – 2685 mm
- Front and rear wheel track – 1544/1558 mm, respectively
- Trunk volume – 413 liters
- Fuel tank volume – 60 liters
- Tire size – 205/60 R16, 215/50 R17
- Ground clearance of Chevrolet Cruze hatchback – 160 mm
Dimensions, ground clearance, trunk Chevrolet Cruze station wagon
- Length – 4675 mm
- Width – 1797 mm
- Height with roof rails – 1521 mm
- Curb weight – from 1360 kg
- Gross weight – 1899 kg
- Base, distance between front and rear axle – 2685 mm
- Front and rear wheel track – 1544/1558 mm, respectively
- Trunk volume of the Chevrolet Cruze station wagon – 500 liters
- Trunk volume with rear seats folded – 1478 liters
- Fuel tank volume – 60 liters
- Tire size – 205/60 R16, 215/50 R17
- Ground clearance of Chevrolet Cruze station wagon – 160 mm
The Chevrolet Cruze station wagon has the largest trunk and the longest length of the entire Cruze family. This is the most practical car. The difference in length between the hatch and station wagon is more than 16 centimeters, in favor of the SW. The volume of the luggage compartment is exactly 500 liters, but it is worth considering that this figure is only up to the shelf; if you load it to the ceiling, the figure will increase significantly. But if you fold the rear seats, then we get almost one and a half thousand liters of volume for transporting goods.
The long-awaited replacement for the Chevrolet Lacetti in the form of the Chevrolet Cruze took place at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008. A sedan was presented to car enthusiasts; the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback appeared only two years later, in 2010, in the same place, in Paris. debuted at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
Cruz is thrown into the battlefield for the buyer in the most crowded and competitive European C-class. For Russian car enthusiasts, the Chevrolet Cruze is produced at the GM plant in Shushary near St. Petersburg, the current model will remain the same in the 2013 model year. Let's look at the American Korean through the eyes of potential owners.
Teiwan Kim, an auto designer who previously worked for FIAT, has been working at the Korean branch of GM since 2006 and is the mastermind designer of the new Chevrolet Cruze model. Before Cruise, T. Kim also contributed his efforts to creating the appearance of the Chevrolet Matiz and Chevrolet Aveo. The new design embodied in the Chevrolet Cruze has nothing in common with the boring Chevrolet Lacetti. A review of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze can begin with the courageous front of the car with a two-story false radiator grille, harmonizing with a brutal bumper and original-shaped headlights. The slight squinting of the front lighting gives the car confidence bordering on aggression. The muscular front wheel arches flow into the calm sides of the body. It is clearly visible even from the photo that the sedan and hatchback differ from each other only in the design of the stern. The coupe-shaped roof (a fashionable feature nowadays) descends to the small trunk lid of the sedan, the hatchback roof line harmoniously flows into the fifth door. There was clearly not enough aggression on the rear of the Cruze. The rear of the Cruise in a sedan looks lean, but the simple rear bumper and dull lighting equipment are discordant with the courageous front of the car. The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze hatchback looks more interesting in the rear; the sloping roof gives the silhouette a beautiful, complete image. The original lighting lamps are like drops, the bumper with stampings and reflectors continues the sportiness of the front end.
The Cruze sedan and hatchback with their dimensions are very close to the dimensions of a car of the “older” class-D.
- Dimensions Chevrolet Cruze: length - sedan 4597 (hatch 4510) mm, width - 1788 (1797) mm, height - 1477 mm, wheelbase - 2685 mm.
- Clearance(ground clearance) is 155 mm.
Ergonomics and interior trim
Inside, Cruz pleases with pleasant-to-touch finishing materials. The steering wheel is a copy of the Opel Insignia steering wheel, the dashboard architecture with smooth lines and the concept of placement of controls also echoes it. The fabric inserts on the front panel look original. Beautiful and informative devices, their illumination at night pleases the eye and decorates the interior of the Chevrolet Cruze. The front seats are comfortable, with a wide range of adjustments, plus the steering wheel moves in four directions. It will not be difficult for the driver to get comfortable. The back row can accommodate three, but the middle passenger will not be able to sit comfortably. Surprisingly, with such a large base, legroom in the second row is in short supply. People taller than average may experience unpleasant “pressure” at the top of a sloping roof.
- Trunk The Chevrolet Cruze sedan has a useful volume of 450 liters.
- The trunk volume of the hatchback body is smaller - 413 liters, but by folding the rear row you get 883 liters of useful cargo volume.
Specifications and test
Key technical characteristics of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze: the car is built on the new Delta II platform. The front suspension is independent with an A-shaped lower arm (made of aluminum) and a McPherson strut, the rear suspension is semi-independent with a torsion beam. Front and rear disc brakes with ABS. The Russian Cruze is equipped with two Ecotec petrol engines from Opel reserves (used in the Opel Astra H since 2007).
Engines Chevrolet Cruze: 1.6 (109 hp) or 1.8 (141 hp), both can be operated with a choice of 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. The car is offered in three trim levels: Base, LS, LT.
The Chevrolet Cruze suspension demonstrates good energy intensity, sufficient elasticity and rigidity. The steering wheel is sharp, one might even say nervous. The steering requires careful handling. The reaction of the wheels to sudden manipulations of the steering wheel is instantaneous; the poor quality of the road surface is transmitted to the rim of the steering wheel. The car test shows European chassis settings. The Cruze brakes reliably and confidently, although the front end noticeably bites.
Cons of the car: nervous steering wheel, poor basic equipment.
Pros: excellent handling, interesting design, comfortable interior.
Price for 2012 and 2013
Chevrolet Cruze Base (sedan) costs from 572,000 rubles (ABC, 4 airbags, front windows, CD/MP3, height-adjustable steering column), additional payment for air conditioning is 25,900 rubles.
The cost of the LS 1.6 sedan is from 645,000 rubles, Cruze LS (sedan) 1.8 is from 690,700 rubles, Cruze LT (sedan) is from 744,000 rubles.
The cost of the Cruze hatchback Base is estimated at 548,000 rubles, a richly equipped Chevrolet Cruze LT (hatchback) 1.8 (141 hp) with 6 automatic transmissions and a leather interior costs 805,000 rubles.
Ground clearance is one of the most important characteristics of a car for the CIS countries. This is due to the deplorable condition of the roads in these areas. But who wants to scrape the asphalt with their bottom?
Therefore, buyers pay close attention to the ground clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze when purchasing it. Moreover, these indicators vary depending on the body type, and there are also some nuances.
Sedan
The ground clearance of the model in this body is officially 16 cm. This is quite enough, but in reality it is less. So, in front it is only 14 cm, because the lower trim of the front bumper is not always taken into account. The stern is raised, so there is no need to be afraid of sitting on it - 22 cm of ground clearance will not allow this.
Hatchback
The clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback is stated to be 15.5 cm, which is quite enough for confident driving on city streets and highways.
Wagon (station wagon)
The ground clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze station wagon is the same as that of the sedan, only the rear is slightly lower, which, however, is not surprising.
Subtleties and ways to increase ground clearance
In addition to the lower bumper trim, part of the ground clearance is “eaten up” by the engine protection, since driving on domestic roads without it is extremely risky. Increasing the ground clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze is quite possible. This can be achieved in several ways:
Spacers are liners made of various materials (aluminum, rubber, plastic, polyurethane). They need to be located between the coils of the shock absorbers. This will allow you to raise the car by 2-4 cm, but will noticeably affect comfort - the car will become rigid;
Rims - you can increase the diameter of the rims, which also raises the car, but this will also lead to the fact that all the unevenness of the road will be felt by passengers;
The amount of ground clearance determines how easily the car overcomes uneven road surfaces and obstacles.
To increase cross-country ability, many Chevrolet Cruze car owners are attempting to increase ground clearance. It should be borne in mind that this modernization does not have a positive effect on the car’s handling at high speed and in turns.
Chevrolet Cruze ground clearance
The size of the ground clearance largely depends on the measurement methods and vehicle loading. Official data on ground clearance is shown in the table below.
Reviews from car owners indicate that in reality, when the car is fully loaded, the ground clearance decreases by 20-30 mm. This increases the risk of the car catching on uneven roads.
Methods for increasing ground clearance on a Chevrolet Cruze
One of the easiest ways to raise a car, without significant intervention in its design, is to install rims of increased diameter. This method allows you to raise the car by 15-20 mm. It is important to ensure that the wheel does not touch the arch when the vehicle is maximally loaded.
The disadvantage of installing larger wheels is the appearance of inaccuracy in the speedometer and odometer. Also, many car owners note that ABS and ESP stop working normally.
Another way to increase ground clearance while minimally affecting the technical characteristics of the car is to install spacers. They can be made of metal, thick rubber, plastic. Changing the ground clearance is possible up to 25-30 mm. A further increase is inappropriate, since a significant shift in the center of gravity affects the vehicle's handling.
Installing extended springs or modified struts is a more expensive option compared to spacers. In this case, it becomes possible not only to increase the ground clearance, but also to change the characteristics of the suspension as a whole.
A simple but ineffective way to increase ground clearance is to install intercoil inserts in the springs. The method is similar to installing stock suspension elements with increased rigidity. Increasing the ground clearance in this way is possible up to 15-18 mm. In this case, the suspension becomes stiff, since the spring stops working over the entire range.
Installing spacers
In order to increase the ground clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze, car owners often use spacers. This method allows you to raise the car by 25-40 mm. In order to increase the ground clearance, you must use the instructions below.
- Remove the shock absorber strut.
- Compress the spring with special fasteners.
- Screw an adapter, the length of which is more than 20 mm, into the shock absorber rod.
- Put on the spacer.
- Check the fit of the spacer.
- Install the rack on the car.
- Install the washer.
- Tighten the nut.
- Check the alignment of the suspension.
2013 model year
The long-awaited replacement for the Chevrolet Lacetti took place at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008. A sedan was presented to car enthusiasts; the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback appeared only two years later, in 2010, in the same place, in Paris. The Chevrolet Cruze station wagon debuted at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
Chevrolet Cruze sedan
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Cruz is thrown into the battlefield for the buyer in the most crowded and competitive European C-class. For Russian car enthusiasts, the Chevrolet Cruze is produced at the GM plant in Shushary near St. Petersburg, the current model will remain the same in the 2013 model year. Let's look at the American Korean through the eyes of potential owners.
Chevrolet Cruze hatchback
Teiwan Kim, a car designer who previously worked for FIAT, has been working at the Korean branch of GM since 2006 and is the mastermind designer of the new model. . Before Cruise, T. Kim also contributed his efforts to creating the appearance of the Chevrolet Matiz and Chevrolet Aveo. The new design has nothing in common with the boring Chevrolet Lacetti. A review of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze can begin with the courageous front of the car with a two-story false radiator grille, harmonizing with a brutal bumper and original-shaped headlights. The slight squinting of the front lighting gives the car confidence bordering on aggression. The muscular front wheel arches flow into the calm sides of the body. It is clearly visible even from the photo that the sedan and hatchback differ from each other only in the design of the stern. The coupe-shaped roof (a fashionable feature nowadays) descends to the small trunk lid of the sedan, the hatchback roof line harmoniously flows into the fifth door. There was clearly not enough aggression on the rear of the Cruze. The rear of the Cruise in a sedan looks lean, but the simple rear bumper and dull lighting equipment are discordant with the courageous front of the car. The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze hatchback looks more interesting in the rear; the sloping roof gives the silhouette a beautiful, complete image. The original lighting lamps are like drops, the bumper with stampings and reflectors continues the sportiness of the front end.
The Cruze sedan and hatchback with their dimensions are very close to the dimensions of a car of the “older” class-D.
Chevrolet Cruze dimensions: length #8211; sedan 4597 (hatch 4510) mm, width #8211; 1788 (1797) mm, height #8211; 1477 mm, base #8211; 2685 mm.
Ground clearance (ground clearance) is #8211; 155 mm.
Ergonomics and interior trim
Inside, Cruz pleases with pleasant-to-touch finishing materials. The steering wheel is a copy of the Opel Insignia steering wheel, the dashboard architecture with smooth lines and the concept of placement of controls also echoes it. The fabric inserts on the front panel look original. Beautiful and informative devices, their illumination at night pleases the eye and decorates the interior of the Chevrolet Cruze. The front seats are comfortable, with a wide range of adjustments, plus the steering wheel moves in four directions. It will not be difficult for the driver to get comfortable. The back row can accommodate three, but the middle passenger will not be able to sit comfortably. Surprisingly, with such a large base, legroom in the second row #8211; in short supply. People taller than average may experience unpleasant “pressure” at the top of a sloping roof.
The trunk of the Chevrolet Cruze sedan has a useful volume of 450 liters.
The trunk volume of the hatchback body is smaller #8211; 413 liters, but folding the rear row results in 883 liters of useful cargo volume.
Specifications and test
Key technical characteristics of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze: the car is built on the new Delta II platform. The front suspension is independent with an A-shaped lower arm (made of aluminum) and a McPherson strut, the rear suspension is semi-independent with a torsion beam. Front and rear disc brakes with ABS. The Russian Cruze is equipped with two Ecotec petrol engines from Opel reserves (used in the Opel Astra H since 2007).
Chevrolet Cruze engines: 1.6 (109 hp) or 1.8 (141 hp), both can operate with a choice of 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. The car is offered in three trim levels: Base, LS, LT.
The Chevrolet Cruze suspension demonstrates good energy intensity, sufficient elasticity and rigidity. The steering wheel is sharp, one might even say nervous. The steering requires careful handling. The reaction of the wheels to sudden manipulations of the steering wheel is instantaneous; the poor quality of the road surface is transmitted to the rim of the steering wheel. The car test shows European chassis settings. The Cruze brakes reliably and confidently, although the front end noticeably bites.
Cons of the car: nervous steering wheel, poor basic equipment.
Pros: excellent handling, interesting design, comfortable interior.
Price for 2012 and 2013
Base (sedan) costs from 572,000 rubles (ABC, 4 airbags, front windows, CD/MP3, height-adjustable steering column), additional payment for air conditioning is 25,900 rubles.
The cost of the LS 1.6 sedan is from 645,000 rubles, Cruze LS (sedan) 1.8 is from 690,700 rubles, Cruze LT (sedan) is from 744,000 rubles.
The cost of the Cruise hatchback Base is estimated at 548,000 rubles, richly equipped LT (hatchback) 1.8 (141 hp) with 6 automatic transmissions and leather interior costs 805,000 rubles.
