Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback II (facelift 2019) 1.4 Turbo (153 Hp) Automatic


Chevrolet Cruze:

The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car produced by General Motors from 2008 through 2023. It was designated as a globally developed, designed, and manufactured four-door compact sedan, complemented by a five-door hatchback body variant from 2011, and a station wagon in 2012. The Cruze replaced several compact models, including the Chevrolet Optra which was sold internationally under various names, the Chevrolet Cobalt sold exclusively in North America, and the Australasian-market Holden Astra.
The Cruze was released in 2008 for the South Korean market as the Daewoo Lacetti Premiere prior to the adoption of its international name in 2011, when the Daewoo brand was discontinued. In Australasia, the model was sold between 2009 and 2016 as the Holden Cruze. In 2016, the Cruze sedan was restyled and renamed for the Australasian market as the Holden Astra Sedan, as a sedan complement to the Holden Astra family....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Hatchback II (facelift 2019) Overview:

Chevrolet Cruze (Hatchback II (facelift 2019)). With 239 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.1 l/100km). With a weight of 1323 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (137 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 643 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:



    Specifications:

    Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback II: 2017 - 2018).

    General:
    Brand:Chevrolet
    Model:Cruze
    Generation:Hatchback II (facelift 2019)
    Modification (Engine):1.4 Turbo (153 Hp) Automatic
    Start of production:2018
    Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
    Body type:Hatchback
    Seats:5
    Doors:5
    Engine:
    Power:153 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
    Torque:239 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm.
    Engine Model/Code:LE2 [Same engine] More details about the engine LE2
    Number of cylinders:4
    Engine configuration:Inline
    Number of valves per cylinder:4
    Fuel injection system:Direct injection
    Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
    Valvetrain:CVVT
    Engine oil capacity:4 l
    Coolant:6.1 l
    Engine layout:Front, Transverse
    Cylinder Bore:74 mm
    Piston Stroke:81.3 mm
    Performance:
    Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
    Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.1 l/100 km
    Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.2 l/100 km
    Weight-to-power ratio:8.6 kg/Hp, 115.6 Hp/tonne
    Weight-to-torque ratio:5.5 kg/Nm, 180.7 Nm/tonne
    Space:
    Kerb Weight:1323
    Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1336 l
    Trunk (boot) space - minimum:643 l
    Fuel tank capacity:51.9 l
    Size:
    Length:4453 mm [Same length.]
    Width:1791 mm [Same width.]
    Height:1465 mm [1mm less]
    Wheelbase:2700 mm [Same wheelbase.]
    Front track:1528 mm
    Rear (Back) track:1552 mm
    Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.8 m [above average]
    Powertrain:
    Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
    Drive wheelFront wheel drive
    Number of gears6
    Transmission typeAutomatic
    Front brakesDisc, 276 mm [above average]
    Rear brakesDisc, 264 mm [above average]
    Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
    Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
    Power steeringElectric Steering
    Tires size195/65 R15; 215/60 R16
    Wheel rims size15; 16
    Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
    Rear suspensionTorsion

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