46 MPG turbo diesel Cruze? o.0

AdamZ · 06-25-2013, 01:41 AM

Not sure how this one slipped through the cracks. I haven't seen anything about it and just now heard about it.

http://www.chevrolet.com/cruze-compa...hevy%2520cruze

CHMSC · 06-25-2013, 01:53 AM

Pretty cool, go trade your Camaro in for it.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-25-2013, 02:02 AM

This was revealed in February.

Finalized FE numbers in April and finalized power output last month.

AdamZ · 06-25-2013, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

This was revealed in February.

Finalized FE numbers in April and finalized power output last month.

Well, none of us in the lounge knew, now there's a thread to discuss it.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-25-2013, 02:17 AM

Technically three threads now.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=275534

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=290040

FenwickHockey65 · 06-25-2013, 02:20 AM

There's your turbo diesel. They're at dealers now if you want to take a closer look.

upflying · 06-25-2013, 09:13 AM

You should calculate how long it will take to break even on the $8,000 difference between a base Cruze and a diesel Cruze.

KMPrenger · 06-25-2013, 10:41 AM

and I'm suspecting that numbers greater than 46 on the highway are possible without trying overly hard.

But yes that 8,000 dollar difference in price is a bit hard to swallow.

KMPrenger · 06-25-2013, 10:41 AM

woops...repost.

FenwickHockey65 · 06-25-2013, 11:01 AM

It's not really an $8k difference. The Diesel is built off the 2LT package. It's more like a $3k difference.

HeavyIOM · 06-25-2013, 02:09 PM

^ +1 you get all the little fancy features with the diesel. Id probably go crazy if o got rid of my car or truck for one these, but the thought has crossed my mind lol

KMPrenger · 06-25-2013, 02:44 PM

I realize the diesel has more goodies and creature comforts. What I don't get is GM's decision to only make this engine available in higher trims.

People want this engine to save money. Anyone who has done a bit of research into hybrid or diesel options know they cost more up front just for the drivetrain itself. I guarantee there are buyers out there that just want the cheapest vehicle they can find with the best MPGs....so why not give those potential buyers the option of getting this engine in an otherwise base car? It may only be 1000 to 2000 dollars cheaper if they were to remove the higher trim and replace with base stuff, but for some buyers thats what they want.

That said, I'm not hatin on this car...I really hope it does very well!

HeavyIOM · 06-25-2013, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

I realize the diesel has more goodies and creature comforts. What I don't get is GM's decision to only make this engine available in higher trims.

People want this engine to save money. Anyone who has done a bit of research into hybrid or diesel options know they cost more up front just for the drivetrain itself. I guarantee there are buyers out there that just want the cheapest vehicle they can find with the best MPGs....so why not give those potential buyers the option of getting this engine in an otherwise base car? It may only be 1000 to 2000 dollars cheaper if they were to remove the higher trim and replace with base stuff, but for some buyers thats what they want.

That said, I'm not hatin on this car...I really hope it does very well!

GM is testing the waters with this engine. They will only offer it in 1 trim until it proves people will buy it. Also most people buying a new car will opt for the nicer model.

steveo9043 · 06-25-2013, 03:07 PM

I really want to get one for work. But cargo capacity is the major issue. So I went with a 21mpg equinox. I would love the savings of 46 mpg

06-25-2013, 01:41 AM	#1
AdamZ Account Suspended Drives: Eve - 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Fairfield, OH Posts: 11,814	46 MPG turbo diesel Cruze? o.0 Not sure how this one slipped through the cracks. I haven't seen anything about it and just now heard about it. http://www.chevrolet.com/cruze-compa...hevy%2520cruze

06-25-2013, 01:53 AM	#2
CHMSC ROAD COURSE JUNKIE Drives: 2012 SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Somewhere Posts: 4,868 View My Garage	Pretty cool, go trade your Camaro in for it. __________________

06-25-2013, 02:02 AM	#3
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	This was revealed in February. Finalized FE numbers in April and finalized power output last month. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

06-25-2013, 02:17 AM	#5
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	Technically three threads now. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=275534 http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=290040 __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

06-25-2013, 02:20 AM	#6
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	There's your turbo diesel. They're at dealers now if you want to take a closer look. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

06-25-2013, 09:13 AM	#7
upflying Drives: '86 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,119	You should calculate how long it will take to break even on the $8,000 difference between a base Cruze and a diesel Cruze.

06-25-2013, 10:41 AM	#8
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	and I'm suspecting that numbers greater than 46 on the highway are possible without trying overly hard. But yes that 8,000 dollar difference in price is a bit hard to swallow. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

06-25-2013, 10:41 AM	#9
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	woops...repost. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

06-25-2013, 11:01 AM	#10
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	It's not really an $8k difference. The Diesel is built off the 2LT package. It's more like a $3k difference. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

06-25-2013, 02:09 PM	#11
HeavyIOM Drives: 2010 SS, 2000 Pontiac Formula Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Missouri Posts: 509	^ +1 you get all the little fancy features with the diesel. Id probably go crazy if o got rid of my car or truck for one these, but the thought has crossed my mind lol

06-25-2013, 02:44 PM	#12
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	I realize the diesel has more goodies and creature comforts. What I don't get is GM's decision to only make this engine available in higher trims. People want this engine to save money. Anyone who has done a bit of research into hybrid or diesel options know they cost more up front just for the drivetrain itself. I guarantee there are buyers out there that just want the cheapest vehicle they can find with the best MPGs....so why not give those potential buyers the option of getting this engine in an otherwise base car? It may only be 1000 to 2000 dollars cheaper if they were to remove the higher trim and replace with base stuff, but for some buyers thats what they want. That said, I'm not hatin on this car...I really hope it does very well! __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

06-25-2013, 03:07 PM	#14
steveo9043 Drives: 2012 45th AE 2SS Coupe Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 1,125	I really want to get one for work. But cargo capacity is the major issue. So I went with a 21mpg equinox. I would love the savings of 46 mpg __________________ 2012 45th L99 SS-Cold air inductions CAI-Dynatech LT's-Solo mach XL catback 333hp/341tq (before LT's)