CordiaDOHC

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And dont forget the Suburban. While not an economy car its the longest running nameplate out there.
My 2.4 auto right now is at 24.1mpg. So hes doing better than me!
But maybe your boss drives more city style driving than you do. Cant really compare mpg like that. too man variables.

JL-KA

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Hell my 2.2 averages 25.6
My computer isn't updated with my larger tire size though so that's affecting the readout somewhat.

alleycat58

Exactly, It's grossly overpriced for what it is. I have only seen 2 Cruzes on the road and they've been out a few months. When the Cobalt came out I saw 15 on the road the first week after they came off the production line. If people are going to pay that much for an economy car, they're going to go for a Civic or Corolla that has a more proven track record.

09whteSSpssssh

Have you seen what you can get in a Hynduai for 24k? My dad just got a fully loaded sonata i beleieve it is. Full leather, in dash gps, 270+hp turbo 2.0l. The car bl;ws my sisters 5 series beamer out of the water as far as how the build quality and ride feel. Its also faster, comes with a 6speed auto with paddles. Its insanely nice for the money.

averagewhiteboy

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Sonata Turbo FTW..

Eurasianman

My 2007 G5 was getting 29.1 MPG with mixed driving and it was a 5 speed. That was probably the best mpg I have seen in a car that size. My SS/TC is only getting 24.3 mpg and I have to use 93 Octane. Damn that boost being addictive

reefone

i agree with this. look at honda they dont change they name of the car they just improve it and restyle. people that owned a honda know in 5yrs if they want a new honda the same model will be around for them to buy. with chevy who knows. u buy a car and like it but when its time for a new one it doesnt exist anymore.

averagewhiteboy

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I get about 24-ish combined and 30-ish highway. On long highway trips, I've gotten 35+.. Auto 2.4.

UnderPressure

the problem with this blog is I think it jumps the gun just a little bit.... production was just started when it was written and and cars were just starting to hit dealer lots.Some cars arent even available yet. The RS packaged cars were just released a few weeks ago and the Eco model just started production as well when this blog came out. When I brought my cobalt in for service last month I went to look at the Cruze, the dealer had 7 on the lot and all 7 were sold. I think its way to early to plan the demise of the cruze.... it does happen to be getting alot of posative media attention, expecially for its ride quality and interior.

averagewhiteboy

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Honestly, I've driven a couple. They've very nice cars. They're to the Cobalt/G5 what the Cobalt/G5 was to the Cavalier/Sunfire. A big improvement. I drove a brand new Eco (was a demo from Lordstown) and an LT that was a few weeks old. I'd buy one, but they're costly. That's the issue. The problem isn't that they're slow, or small, or poorly built. No, they're just expensive for what they are. If they don't sell many, that's why. It's no secret. I like the RS package alot. But that makes a costly small car even costlier. And it's no faster.

riko540

I still think its to early to tell but GM is advertising the hell out of it. I see at least 1 Cruze commercial during a break.

G5GT2007

i have seen more and more of the on the roads now also i went to the chevy dealer near me and they only have 4 or 5 on the lot. I think it will pick up soon

Black SS/SC 06

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There is not one thing about this car that makes me want to buy one.

averagewhiteboy

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I bet the mileage isn't all that impressive when you're actually running it hard. It's still a turbo..

Dave7417

I agree. Nothing inspires me about this car.

TommyP

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Cruze sales seem fine to me, the dealership I work at has been selling them at a rate of about 1-2 a day, and this is our slow time of the year. They're one of the very few new cars we've been selling, besides CTSs and Malibus.

Dave7417

The Malibu is a GM hit. It is the perfect family car, and if I wasn't single (five years now. Hooray!), I would seriously consider it. I actually looked at it when I bought my Balt, but it is too big for just me.

averagewhiteboy

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The Malibu isn't big? lol Isn't it a G6 chassis? If anything, price should be a bigger factor.

I'd have a Yukon Denali if price wasn't a factor. Do I need one? No. Is it badass? Yes.

Dr.Balt407

omg same! i never knew cobalts existed until i bought mine at carmax

Jookycola

I think the death kneel for the Cruze will be how scared people will be to buy a compact Chevy turbo car that runs on premium when gas goes beyond $4.00 a gallon this summer. All those people that thought they were getting a good deal on a new economy car are going to be pissed when they're paying twice as much to fill it up than people driving Civics and Corollas. As well as paying too much a month in car payments because the car is far too overpriced.

Chevy produced super fail with this car. Would it have killed them to put the 2.2 LAP ecotec from the cobalt in the Cruze? It still would have had great mpg's and great pick-up and run on regular unleaded.

averagewhiteboy

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Drove another one today. Well optioned LT.

The main downfall I see? A mesh dash. While neat looking, you'll need to vacuum your ******* dashboard. lol

TommyP

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The Malibu feels and drives just like an LT Cobalt to me, if a bit nicer. I kinda like the dash. It's just like having cloth inserts in the door panel, not that big of a deal to vacuum it to me, and it makes the car feel "softer" on the inside.

averagewhiteboy

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For soft hands. haha

PatDamanCobalt

perhaps if they did any research on the car they would see that the 1.4L turbo runs off of 87 Octane.

Grishbok

chevy will and has turned major profit with this car. The cars price will drop, incentives will be made, and the car will go about the normal life cycle of any new car released onto the market. Is it a great car? no. Its entry level. Compared to other entry levels is it a great alternative? absolutely. The price of the car is definitely comparable. As are the fit/finish, ROI points, cost to manufacture is cheaper and as a result, they are already successful with this car. Their manufacturing numbers are low as a result of their past mistake of overproduction and inflated numbers. With the more conserative approach to a decent alternative to whats currently on the market, their are well on their way to success. The real defining factor will be the replacement for the cruze, THAT is what will make or brake it.