2016 Chevrolet Cruze
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car, rated at 34 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 34
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $19,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Cruze |
| Model year | 2016 |
| 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 | 261 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Cruze | 34 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Cruze | 32 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited | 30 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited | 26 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited | 29 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited | 30 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited Eco | 30 MPG combined |
| Cruze Limited Eco | 33 MPG combined |
| Cruze Premier | 34 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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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- 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.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS16V498000 · 2016-07-01
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cruze vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to May 26, 2016. The headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Remedy: GM will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. Owners may also bring the vehicle to a GM dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 50190.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION16V502000 · 2016-07-05
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is EPA-rated at 34 MPG combined (30 city / 40 highway).
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 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 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2016 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