2013 Chevrolet Cruze

The Korean-built Chevrolet Cruze gets a minor facelift for the 2013 model. The front-wheel-drive compact features a 1.8-litre 4-cylinder engine, with either a rare 5-speed manual or a common 6-speed automatic, with an independent front and solid-axle rear suspension setup. There are three trim levels. The interior has an attractive "dual-cockpit" design, with seam-stitching colour-matched to the instrument panel, MP3/CD radio with USB port and MP3 jack, optional CD changer, manual or automatic a/c, optional cruise control, optional split-folding rear seat, power windows, keyless entry and optional keyless start. Depending on trim, the Cruze can be had with optional fog lamps, optional sunroof, optional parking sensors and electric mirrors. The basic LS model gets rear drum brakes and 15-inch steel wheels. The higher LT models get four-wheel-disc brakes and either 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels. ABS and dual front airbags are standard, while side airbags are available.