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2016 Chevrolet

Cruze

Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.4 L, Turbo

Chevrolet Cruze: best and worst years
2016 Chevrolet Cruze

Closest available photo (2017 model year); you're viewing the 2016.

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Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S6)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
148
Power to weight
0.054 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.14
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
40 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
30 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,850EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
261 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
8/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
31.6 mpg, reported by 3 driversabout 2.4 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
181 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
2,756 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
94 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
10 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
4
Owner complaints
245
Reported injuries
14

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE26%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER11%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM9%
  • POWER TRAIN8%
  • AIR BAGS5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 387 total.

Chevrolet Cruze: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

1,102 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Jan 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902U

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Nov 20, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5214G

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further sup

  • Oct 4, 2025ENGINE22-NA-007

    This service bulletin provides procedures to correct customer concerns of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely Cold Weather Conditions, Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Icing - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated with DTCs P0299, P0234, P0236, P2227, P00C7 Set.

  • Sep 9, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER13598

    New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

  • Aug 14, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902T

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • and 1,094 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.