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Holden Cruze Sportwagon (JH) 2.0 TD (163 Hp) Automatic
Holden 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)
Sportwagon (JH) Overview:
Holden Cruze (Sportwagon (JH)). With 360 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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2.2 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (163 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 686 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan (JH): April, 2013 - December, 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Holden |
| Model: | Cruze |
| Generation: | Sportwagon (JH) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TD (163 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 2012 |
| End of production: | December, 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 163 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 81.6 Hp/l [46mm more] |
| Torque: | 360 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z20S1 More details about the engine Z20S1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1478 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 686 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4675 mm mm [46mm more] |
| Width: | 1797 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1521 mm mm [44mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2685 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1544 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1558 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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