Chevrolet Cruze (2009 - )  

Neat looking Focus sized saloon and hatchback. Good value for money. Also comes with a six-speed automatic. Decent VCDi diesels. Driver and passenger seats both height adjustable.

Lacks more sophisticated rear suspension of Astra on the same GM platform.

Introduction

I first saw this rather pretty Focus-sized car at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008.

It's actually Chevrolet's new ‘world' car based on its ‘Delta 2' platform and competes in WTCC Touring car races. Unusually, it's available only as a four-door saloon, but a five-door hatch is on the way.

The proportions of the body are very pleasing from all angles. And though ‘C Sector saloons aren't offered by many manufacturers, they are precisely what a lot of people want, particularly the recently retired who have got hooked on golf.

It's got everything most people are likely to want, it drives, rides and handles decently, and it's a really good looking car.

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Last updated 4 April 2012
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