2017 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2018 Chevrolet Cruze
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze and 2018 Chevrolet Cruze contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze and the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze.
When comparing the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze's and the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze and 2018 Chevrolet Cruze have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze's and the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is a better car than the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze.
Pricing: A used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze ranges from $6,895 to $16,495 while a used 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is priced between $7,995 to $17,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze and the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze makes 153 horsepower. Both the Cruze and the Cruze are rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 507 and 521 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21240
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
20010
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
13995 - 35655
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21320
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
20571
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
14395 - 39785
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11464
Price Range:
6895 - 16495
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
13745
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
8104 - 24263
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
578
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
102619
# Good or Great Deals:
203
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12835
Price Range:
7995 - 17999
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
15390
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
8856 - 27909
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
403
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
93997
# Good or Great Deals:
133
Chevrolet Cruze Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Cruze Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Chevrolet Cruze
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
3.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
0.8 - 10.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Chevrolet Cruze
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
4.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
1.8 - 11.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9691664777511697
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.9 - 11.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8221076020204734
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.9 - 13.2
Chevrolet Cruze Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Cruze Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2017 Chevrolet Cruze Trim Levels
Not yet available
2018 Chevrolet Cruze Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
153 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
153 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 507 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 38 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2917 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
175.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2982 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
175.3 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Arctic Blue Metallic / Kinetic Blue Metallic
Gray
Graphite Metallic / Nightfall Gray Metallic / Pepperdust Metallic
Orange
Orange Burst Metallic
Red
Cajun Red Tintcoat / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Arctic Blue Metallic / Kinetic Blue Metallic
Gray
Graphite Metallic / Nightfall Gray Metallic / Pepperdust Metallic
Orange
Crush
Red
Cajun Red Tintcoat / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Atmosphere
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Dark Atmosphere/Medium Atmosphere
