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2018 Chevrolet

Cruze Hatchback

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Diesel, Turbo

Chevrolet Cruze: best and worst years
2018 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback

Closest available photo (2017 model year); you're viewing the 2018.

2017 photoUser3204CC BY 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
48 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,250EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
290 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
7/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
48.4 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 13.4 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
175 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
70 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

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
3
Owner complaints
108
Reported injuries
7

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE17%
  • POWER TRAIN14%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9%
  • SERVICE BRAKES7%
  • STEERING6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 162 total.

Chevrolet Cruze: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

756 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 20, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERN252494770-01

    Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from seeking civil penalties in litigation. Vehicle owners of the affected vehicles will be mailed an owner’s manual and warranty insert containing this information in English and Spanish.

  • Jun 17, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERN252494770

    Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from seeking civil penalties in litigation. Vehicle owners of the applicable vehicles will be mailed an owner’s manual and warranty insert containing this information in English and Spanish.

  • Jun 10, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6180A

    This Preliminary information communicates assistance in locating the Rear seat belt comfort guides in the parts catalog.

  • Jun 9, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902S

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

  • May 30, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5074R

    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

  • May 7, 2025ENGINE15-NA-010

    This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states.

  • Apr 18, 2025ENGINE25-NA-100

    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California Emission State may be entitled to the 7 year, 70,000-mile Emission Select State Component Limited Warranty.

  • Apr 17, 2025STEERINGPI0281L

    This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

  • and 748 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.