2017 Chevrolet Cruze
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car, rated at 34 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 34
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $19,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Cruze |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 30 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 40 |
| Combined MPG | 34 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 265 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Cruze | 34 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Cruze | 37 MPG combined |
| Cruze | 32 MPG combined |
| Cruze | 37 MPG combined |
| Cruze Hatchback | 32 MPG combined |
| Cruze Hatchback | 31 MPG combined |
| Cruze Premier | 33 MPG combined |
| Cruze Premier Hatchback | 31 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 30 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 40 MPG |
| Combined | 34 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 8% more efficient than the Cruze's class average.
- Amount financed
- $17,100
- Total interest
- $2,975
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≈ $1,182/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (2)
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE18V304000 · 2018-05-10
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18159.
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT17V057000 · 2017-01-26
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any with seat-back frames that are incorrectly welded, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is EPA-rated at 34 MPG combined (30 city / 40 highway).
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze costs roughly $1,182 per year to fuel, or about $5,912 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC