Has the Cruze Been Discontinued?
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The Cruze has been discontinued. The Cruze is a compact sedan under the Chevrolet brand and has been replaced by other models in Chevrolet's lineup. The latest model of the Cruze before discontinuation was the 2018 version. Below are more details about the 2018 Cruze: 1. The 2018 Cruze adopted Chevrolet's latest rear badge naming convention. The most noticeable change in the Cruze's exterior was the update to the rear badging, using "330T" and "320" to differentiate between models equipped with the 1.4T turbocharged engine and the 1.5L engine, respectively. This made the Cruze the second Chevrolet vehicle after the Equinox to use a three-digit number combined with a letter for its rear badge. 2. In terms of powertrain, the Cruze was equipped with two engine options: a 1.5L and a 1.4T, with maximum power outputs of 114 horsepower and 150 horsepower, respectively. For the transmission system, the 1.4T model was paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the 1.5L model was available with either a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission.
Regarding the discontinuation of the Cruze, I have to say it was indeed discontinued in 2019. General Motors made that decision mainly because the market was crazy about SUVs, with models like the Equinox selling like hotcakes, so they axed their compact sedan lineup. The Cruze was once a hot seller when it launched in 2008, initially produced in South Korea and China before expanding globally. It offered a nice driving feel and was fuel-efficient—I remember it frequently topped sales charts back in 2014. But trends shifted fast, gasoline cars faced pressure, and GM wanted to cut costs to focus on their EV strategy. If you're looking to buy one now, the used market is your only option, with prices being quite affordable—around 50,000 RMB can get you a decent one. Existing owners should pay attention to maintenance, though, as parts might be harder to find. Overall, the Cruze's exit is a microcosm of industry changes, but it doesn’t really affect everyday driving.
