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| The next-generation Cruze was introduced this week at the Beijing International Auto Show by Ed Welburn, the Golbal Vice President of GM Design. |
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| The 2015 Chevy Cruze was introduced at the New York Auto Show last week, wearing a new bow tie grille, resembling that of the Malibu. |
While New York was debuting the slightly updated Cruze for the North American market, the big news for the compact vehicle was happening overseas at this week's Beijing International Auto Show. This gives us a peek at what's expected to arrive in the U. S., too (or so we think).
According to the folks at GM, the next generation Cruze will feature coupe-like flowing lines that support enhanced aerodynamics. A compact body, wheels pushed out to the corners of the car, shorter front and rear overhangs, and a roofline that stretches to the rear make for a spacious interior. A dual-mesh grille extends to the sleek headlights to create a more dynamic vis
The new Cruze is the first model featuring the new-generation Ecotec small-displacement engine co-developed by GM and SAIC. It is available with a choice of the segment's first 1.4L central injection turbocharged engine or the first 1.5L central direct injection natural aspirated engine. The new Cruze is also offered with the all-new DCG seven-speed dual-clutch transmission co-developed by GM and SAIC, an all-new six-speed manual transmission developed in Europe, and the third-generation six-speed automated manual transmission. The powertrains provide best-in-class fuel economy, ride comfort, emissions and quiet performance. The new Cruze is expected to deliver a fuel economy improvement of 14-21 percent compared with its predecessor.
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