Powerful new Cruze revealed


A more powerful version of the Chevrolet Cruze was launched this Wednesday, for the Indian market. In the wake of the overall sluggishness of the automobile industry, one must say that it is surely an aggressive move by General Motors India.

This year, the vehicle has incorporated a brand new 2.0 L VCDi (diesel) engine, with VGT (Variable Geometry Turbo) technology. Engine power has been pumped up to 166 ps with a peak torque of 380 Nm. Performance and refinement levels have been significantly improved, with the car accelerating from 0-100 kmph in less than 10 seconds.



In terms of features added, the variants LT and LTZ get a brand new 6-speed Manual Transmission, as opposed to the earlier 5 speed MT. Surround sound audio as well as a 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat have been included in all variants. Interestingly the LT also gets a PEPS (Passive Entry Passive Start with Push button start/stop), telescopic steering and smart screen display.

                                           * Dashboard image courtesy Press Release


                                            
                                          * side shot courtesy Press Release



Chevrolet Cruze has been in the Indian market now for 3 years. It has won awards such as Viewers Choice Car and Best Midsize Sedan in 2011. However, the sales of the D1 segment, including cars such as the Toyota Corolla Altis, the Honda Civic and the Skoda Laura have been declining as of late, with performance being a key factor.  President and Managing Director of GM India, Lowell Paddock feels that the company would continue with its sale targets, but may require a readjustment based on market situations.








Prices (ex-showroom Delhi) are as follows:
LT 6-speed MT- Rs 13.85 lakhs
LTZ 6-speed MT- Rs 14.77 lakhs
LTZ 6-speed AT- Rs 15.67 lakhs 

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