Used 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Eco 4dr Sedan (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6M) Consumer Reviews
Learn how to drive a manual
This month I purchased a gas Cruze Eco with the six speed manual. I just filled up the tank and checked the gas mileage. I got 39 mpg! That was all around driving, although the majority was highway. Then I drove 98 miles all highway at 62 mph, twice aggressively passing and negotiating some hills. I filled up and it only took 2 gallons! 49 mpg! I am very happy so far. It handles well and isn't underpowered. My 2004 impala 3.8 which I traded in for this had a better ride and more passing power, but I don't think I lost much in these areas. I am very happy. My advice: learn how to use a manual:>)
Cheap garbage
I can't even begin correct. My Cruze has had nothing but issues. The thermostat, water pump, reservoir tank, radiator fan, have all been replaced, and I'm only at 60,000 miles. It's not even ten years old, but every dealer tells me they're not able to help. Wish they would just tell me to kick rocks, be a bit more honest. I can't even trade it in because I'm SURE no dealer would take this hot garbage car. I guess one good thing is it was cheaper than most cars, but I guess we do get what we pay for. I'm getting a Honda or something more reliable next time, and I know I can probably get more for scrap than a trade in. I know Chevy used to be good, but clearly they're going the way of Gibson: utter lack of care to detail and making a quality product but relying on the name to keep them somehow in business. Absolutely will NEVER buy another Chevy
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Engine blew at 72K Miles
The 2014 Chevy Cruze is a beautiful car but it really is a high maintenance vehicle. It's a very small car. My engine blew at 72K miles. It blew due to an oil leak. Put a rebuilt engine into it & a month later the oil filter housing unit blew. I would not recommend this car to anyone unless you are wealthy. I put $5000 into this car since I got the rebuilt engine put in.
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EcoTec nightmare
Disastrous engine failures as early as 60k miles. Only reliable engine is their Italian designed TURBO DIESEL under license good for 500,000 miles before rings need replacement
Last Chevy I will ever buy
This car is complete junk. Gas gauge stopped working around 30k. Numerous electrical issues since day one. A prime example is something keeps running after you turn the ignition off (high pitched whine- and not a fan) and you need to flip the ignition on and off a few times to get it to stop. Coolant leaks, sensors keep dying, and now small but critical parts keep failing with around 80k. I have an old 2003 Chrysler minivan with 150,000 miles that's 1000 times more reliable. I used to love the old Chevy Cavaliers since they were reliable, cheap, and easy to repair. I thought maybe Chevy had built this new Cruze to replace the Cavalier. This Cruze is absolute garbage and I highly doubt it will make it to 100,000 miles without major $$ repairs.
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