The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D (12 - 13) vs. VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI DSG (11 - 13)
€ 22,000
€ 29,500
€ 22,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 29,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D is 11.5 inches longer, 0.8 inches wider and 6.6 inches lower than the VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI.
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
58.1
70.7
81.5
64.8
69.9
76.6
70.7 in
Width
69.9 in
81.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.6 in
58.1 in
Height
64.8 in
105.7
177.7
101.5
166.2
177.7 in
Length
166.2 in
105.7 in
Wheelbase
101.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
3316 lb
Curb Weight
3318 lb
4279 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4475 lb
Weight Difference:
2 lb
0.06 %
General
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
KL1J
Generation
1KP
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*CAY*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.7 L / 83 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
128 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
104 hp
at 4400 rpm
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
128 hp
104 hp
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
221 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
221 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Performance
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
124 mph
Maximum Speed
110 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
12 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
62 mph
62
mph
mph
548 ft
0.000 sec
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
▶ REPLAY
25.91 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
31.9 lb/hp
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
25.91 lb/hp
31.9 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Fuel Economy
52 mpg
combined
44 mpg
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
52 mpg
44 mpg
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
43 mpg
city
39 mpg
60 mpg
highway
48 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
828 mi
Range
645 mi
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
828 mi
645 mi
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Environmental Impact
92.5 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
109.1 kWh
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
92.5 kWh
109.1 kWh
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
188 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
222 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 D
VW CrossGolf 1.6 TDI
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
963 lb
Maximum Payload
1157 lb
11.7 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.2 cu ft
25 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
41.1 cu ft
