2018
Chevrolet Cruze

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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L L w/1SM
    Starts at
    $16,975
    27 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L LS w/1SA
    Starts at
    $18,525
    27 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L LS w/1SB
    Starts at
    $19,525
    29 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L LT w/1SC
    Starts at
    $20,920
    27 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr HB 1.4L LT w/1SC
    Starts at
    $21,320
    27 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L LT w/1SD
    Starts at
    $21,520
    29 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr HB 1.4L LT w/1SD
    Starts at
    $21,920
    29 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.4L Premier w/1SF
    Starts at
    $23,520
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.6L LT w/1SG
    Starts at
    $23,820
    30 City / 52 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Diesel
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr HB 1.4L Premier w/1SF
    Starts at
    $24,020
    28 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 1.6L LT w/1SH
    Starts at
    $25,420
    31 City / 47 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Diesel
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr HB 1.6L LT w/1SG
    Starts at
    $25,520
    29 City / 48 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Diesel
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr HB 1.6L LT w/1SH
    Starts at
    $25,920
    30 City / 45 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Diesel
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    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Five-seat compact sedan
Hatchback, diesel models available
Turbo four-cylinder gas engine standard
MyLink 7-inch radio system standard
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard

The good & the bad

The good

Smooth, refined gas engine
Unobtrusive engine stop-start system
Cabin comfort
Materials quality
Estimated gas mileage

The bad

Gas engine feels sluggish when cruising at 55 to 60 mph
Occasional abrupt shift from automatic transmission
Minimal steering feedback
Only one standard USB port
Automatic emergency braking not part of collision warning system
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
4/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
4/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
4/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

91% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 284 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By Christopher Isoldi from Jacksonville FL
    Owns this car
    April 14, 2025

    I, and my wife bought a 2018 Chevy Cruze LS Sedan in

    I, and my wife bought a 2018 Chevy Cruze LS Sedan in February 2018 brand new right off the back of the delivery truck. We simply take very good care of "PIP" as we call him, and he has and does take very good care of us. The key is keep up with all of the maintance before it is needed! Great car overall, only 41, 767 Miles!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mrbadfish from Roseburg,Or.
    Owns this car
    February 21, 2025

    I bought my 2016 Chevy Cruze LT in 2019 with 19,000 mi on

    I bought my 2016 Chevy Cruze LT in 2019 with 19,000 mi on it. I've now had it for 6 years and with minimal maintenance I now have $270,000 mi on the car. I'm 71 years old I have a lead foot and I love the cruze. Still driving that car today and now looking to buy another one. It's too bad Chevrolet did not continue to make the cruze.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Degs from Regina,Sk.
    Used to own this car
    January 18, 2024

    Don,t buy any used Chevy Cruze, .

    There okay when there still on the factory warranty, But once that has ended Then the problems show up with these cars, End it never ends, With these car, Even a minor repair on them Your looking at it costing you $400.00 and up. The price of parts for these cars , Is outrageous , These car can begin to be a never ending money pit,
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Diane from Parsons kansas
    Owns this car
    August 5, 2022

    Don't buy this car if you want the transmission.

    A part in my transmission went out on my 2018 Chevy cruise. I'm having to replace because the warranty is expired. They always run out right before the car breaks down. No signs the transmission was bad. Went to work one day and tried to go on break and car would go in drive in every gear. Very disappointed in workmanship.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Crystal from Kehewin Alberta canada
    Owns this car
    July 27, 2022

    My opinion...shut off at traffic lights

    I just re entry purchased the Chevy crush 2018 and within first three weeks .there's been an issue with it shutting off at traffic lights, not starting properly. when I looked under the hood to check transmission fluid myself...I found out I have to take it in to dealership to get this fluid checked. All the years I've owned vehicles .this is first one I couldn't check that fluid.i think that is just idiotic! Pay the dealership to check my fluids? I don't know bout some of these new models..and if I had taken the time to review this car..I more than likely would have went with a Ford car. That's my opinion only. Thank you
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Gary from St. Petersburg, Fl.
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2022

    The Blue Streak

    I had a 2017 Cruze manual and loved it. A careless driver rear ended me and sent me into another vehicle; totaled it. By the grace of Almighty God and a great GM design I walked away without a scratch. I went right out and bought my 2018. Dynamic Blue LT. Comfortable, zippy, easy driver, lots of toys. Great on long trips, HUGE trunk for travel gear, great gas mileage. Great 4 wheel disc brakes. I don't care for the auto-stop but I can get over that. It sits a bit low so my wife who had a stroke recently has a hard time getting out of the passenger side.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jim C from Toledo, OH
    Owns this car
    May 5, 2021

    Great Car

    This is a great car for a person my size. Plenty of leg room and very comfortable. This car has plenty of power and is very easy to handle. The car is very quiet.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Titianna from Baltimore, MD
    Owns this car
    May 3, 2021

    Most reliable car I own

    This car is exactly what I wanted. Runs great! The car had great features. It’s great for my daily commute. Definitely would recommend people to get this car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DougR from Woodstock Maryland
    Owns this car
    April 30, 2021

    I love my Cruze. It should never been cancelled.

    This car middle of my needs. I had it as a lease for 3 years and I enjoyed all 3. I wound up buying out the lease because I could not get another cruise new. I would recommend it to a friend unfortunately they wouldn't be able to buy one new either.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By CAS Kwilter from North Port, FL
    Owns this car
    March 24, 2021

    Worst tires ever! had to replace 3 tires at $187 @

    It is OK but the tires are horrific! Had to replace three (3) of the four tires! They just have problems every month. This is DANGEROUS! And I HAD to PAY $187 to replace them because Sunset Chevrolet say that they can’t be fixed. What baloney! It cost me $ 561 so far. I’m waiting for the fourth tire to fail. Chevy should pay to replace them with strong dependable tires AT NO COST to me and any other Cruze owner with terrible tires.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By Loretta J from Riverside, Ohio
    Owns this car
    March 17, 2021

    Don't like the auto stop feature on the car at all

    Wish I hadn't gotten the push start version of this car. The auto stop feature needs to be an option to use or turn off by the driver. It is very inconvenient.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Tonylamar2000 from Atlanta GA
    Owns this car
    January 3, 2021

    Needs maintenance

    This car looks great on the outside. The interior should have been cleaned better. Driving performance reveals needed maintenance. Disappointed in my choice. Unfortunately I wasn't valued enough by the dealership to give the car a thorough cleaning.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze?

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is available in 4 trim levels:

  • L (1 style)
  • LS (2 styles)
  • LT (8 styles)
  • Premier (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze?

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 40 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Chevrolet Cruze owners.

Is the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. 91.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 284 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.6

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