Chevrolet Dodges A Dieselgate As Judge Finds No Evidence Of Cruze Diesel Software Tampering – MotorBiscuit –
Even Chevrolet vehicles that have been discontinued in the U.S. are still massively popular. Everyone remembers the legendary and reliable Chevy Impala, but the Chevy Cruze was also an excellent sedan for its time. It was even available with a turbodiesel engine that got fantastic gas mileage.
This is the reason people have started talking about the Cruze again, despite its cancellation years ago. GM Authority reports that the Chevy Cruze almost had its own Dieselgate, but the situation seems to be resolved. Why did the Chevy Cruze cause enough controversy to warrant a lawsuit?
All about the deceased Chevy Cruze
The Chevrolet Cruze was first released for the 2011 model year, available with just one engine. A turbodiesel was optional for the 2014 and 2015 Chevy Cruze, though it was removed for the 2016 redesign. This engine was reintroduced for the 2017 model year but wasn’t able to be paired with the hatchback until 2018.
The Chevy Cruze came standard with a fairly peppy turbo-four capable of 153 horsepower for its final model year. It was paired with a traditionally engaging six-speed manual, but Car and Driver said it actually proved a detriment. Editors were more impressed with the available turbodiesel, making less horsepower but getting an automatic nine-speed transmission.
The turbodiesel naturally has a deeper growl than the turbo-four engine, but Car and Driver says it behaves itself on the highway. The turbodiesel Cruze is all bark and no bite, so don’t expect overly sporty maneuvering. Still, the Chevy Cruze has a supple ride and responsive steering no matter which engine it has.
The Chevy Cruze diesel model also excels in gas mileage, rated for up to 31/48 mpg for city/highway driving. Car and Driver managed to get 52 mpg on the highway, four points above its EPA rating. In contrast, the Cruze’s standard engine actually fell short of its EPA estimate.
The Chevy Cruze diesel lawsuit is officially closed
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