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Compare Chevrolet Cruze Limited vs Kia Forte

Chevrolet Cruze Limited
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited
Select configuration:
$16,120
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Kia Forte
2024 Kia Forte
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$19,790
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Overview

Engine
1.8L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 39 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.3 ft³

Photos

Chevrolet Cruze Limited
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Sedan Rear Angle View
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Sedan Driver Seat
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Kia Forte
2022-2024 Kia Forte View Out Back
2022-2024 Kia Forte Dashboard
35
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.8L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
138 hp @ 6300 rpm
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque
125 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,084 lbs
N/A
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
32 MPG
City
25 MPG
28 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
39 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6 Tons/yr
5.5 (2023) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
14 gallons
Cruising Range City
390 miles
392 miles
Cruising Range Highway
561.6 miles
546 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
181 in
182.7 in
Height
58.1 in
56.5 in
Max Width
70.7 in
70.9 in
Front Width
60.7 in
61.5 in
Rear Width
61.3 in
61.9 in
Wheelbase
105.7 in
106.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.28 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.3 in
38.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
54.76 in
56.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53 in
53 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.35 in
35.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.9 in
37.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.9 in
55.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.4 in
51.1 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
15 ft³
15.3 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.7 ft
34.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x TBD
15" x 6"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x TBD
15" x 6"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Compound Crank
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P215/60R16
P195/65HR15
Rear Tire
P215/60R16
P195/65HR15
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Clear White
  • Gravity Gray

Optional Exterior Colors

N/A
Aurora Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black/Medium Titanium, Premium Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Navigation from Telematics
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
2 visits
N/A
Maintenance
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
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