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Pricing: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze - Promising new sedan to reach dealers next week
Sep 8, 2010 4:20 PM
General Motors has begun production of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze sedan for North America; the first cars will be delivered to dealerships next week. Produced at GM's Lordstown, Ohio plant, the company hopes the Cruze will finally be a more competitive small car than they've had in the past. The Cruze has already sold 165,000 units overseas, making it the most popular Chevrolet car worldwide this year, second only to the Silverado pickup truck.

In our recent first drive of the car, we found it to feel substantial and more refined than the outgoing Cobalt with good handling, responsive steering, and a roomy cabin. We'll know more when we buy our test model.

Pricing is set to start at $16,995 for the base LS model, which comes with a standard 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Standard safety features include 10 air bags, stability control, traction control, and antilock brakes. Other features include power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry, OnStar, and satellite radio.

The LT model starts at $18,895 and comes with a turbocharged, 1.4-liter, four-cylinder engine, an automatic transmission, and 16-inch wheels.

The 2LT model will start at $21,395 and has the turbo engine, plus a power driver's seat, leather and heated seats, and leather-covered steering wheel and shift knob. Other features include Bluetooth, USB port, and steering-wheel audio controls.

The Eco (the fuel-sipping version) will start at $18,895 and will come with the turbo engine and manual transmission, and 17-inch wheels with low-rolling resistance tires. GM says that special aerodynamic and powertrain enhancements promise to deliver 40 mpg on the highway.

The LTZ will start at $22,695. It builds on the 2LT model, adding automatic climate control, cruise control, park assist, and 18-inch wheels.

We look forward to purchasing the Cruze once it hits dealerships and will put it through our battery of tests in the coming weeks. In the meantime, watch our video for our first impressions.

Liza Barth

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