The first in a family of new, cost-effective range of Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 was presented at the motor show in New York. The car is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter Ecotec 1.4L, which is connected to a six-speed manual gearbox, and fuel consumption which, on the road, is about 6.0 liters. 100 km.
Fuel consumption in the urban cycle will be specified closer to the release for sale, and he will pay for a six-speed automatic box.
«Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 is like a hybrid, only the price tags for cars are very different" - said a company representative. "Along with the Chevrolet Volt, this project demonstrates the company's priorities."
It is assumed that the power of the new Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 will amount to 138 hp (103 kw) and 200 Nm of torque, and the range of range, with marked fuel consumption will be about 800 km.
On the reduction of fuel consumption and other features directed vehicle:
* Self-closing valves radiator grilles at high speeds, to give the body more aerodynamic. At low speed valves are open, so as not to impede the cooling of the engine;
* Low landing vehicle with the use of broad elements of the body, spoilers, and to improve the aerodynamics;
* Unique 17-inch aluminum wheels, shod tires GoodYear, have low resistance to the road surface.
According to the company, Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011, will be available closer to the end of this year.