Orielly Autos Up-close Analysis 2017 Chevy Cruze Diesel Delivers

It is fantastic to be sitting smack-dab in the middle of the season where many outsiders come to visit and see how much the greater Tucson area has to offer. You really get the chance to open up your vehicle of choice on our winding roads, and check out awesome landmarks in the surrounding area: the Santa Catalina Mountains and off-roading allure of Yuma lure many. The Cruze is not necessarily an off-road capable token of entry, but all the better to get there with: this is a very cool small sedan that has been doing an excellent job of commanding its share of the market.

After the recession when gas prices spiked, GM took on the task of attempting to win at the game of slightly small car manufacturing back, and all of our sales and service staff are ecstatic that they did. The timing for the Cruze's release could not be better, and new owners appreciated the extra dose of upper-end style it possessed. Three million units have since been sold globally, and what we are laying our eyes on today is a new for 2017, turbocharged 1.6-liter diesel four cylinder version. Equipped with either a nine-speed automatic transmission or six-speed manual, the Cruze cooks up 137 horsepower, while also laying down 240 lb-ft of torque. This is what diesels are known for, and we wanted to show you some of the finer points of this release, after it was forced to navigate some murky waters during winter.

The first thing we noticed before we drove it is that no matter what your preferences are, you're probably going to enjoy it heaps more than the Cobalt, its predecessor. Erase from your mind any ideas of a featureless econobox that is simply not fun, because the extra flash packed into the Cruze is going to get you excited to drive it in a hurry. Even though the 8-second clocking of the 0-60 time isn't lightening fast, the Cruze's finest point is that it serves up pure excellence on the highway mileage factor. Right at about 52 miles per gallon, it also moves along like a larger car. This proved to cause us a lot of satisfaction, because we don't always like the unprotected feel of a tiny entity drifting along the very populated path of an interstate.

An important thing to keep in mind this year is that this is your only other choice besides VW in the diesel game, and the one that really offers a big-ride feel in a smaller-car package. You're also going to love the Infotainment options: for the price that the Cruze is, you don't always get this clean (and loud!) of a setup. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, USB and AUX ports, connectivity for Bluetooth, Sirius XM radio, and OnStar Navigation with 4G lite are all here for the taking.

We actually will take the liberty of claiming that these offerings boost the Cruze's comfort (and functional) status up to a luxury category, which is nearly impossible at any other rung of this pricing point. A good amount of rear-seat space for whoever wants to join the caravan, as well as trunk space for a long trip or mega grocery haul are other good attributes for family consumers. If you want the regular gas version of the Cruze, you are welcome to go for it: but trust us, you're going to be won over with the features and dominant traits of the diesel. Come see us at Orielly Chevrolet this summer, and check out the practical yet fun ways that this car is going to completely win you over!

Feature-Filled Rising Stars: Consumer Reports Praises The Cruze and Malibu

When you are in the market for a new car, there are a couple of elements that you will always deem the most important. If you are planning on having your family in tow while you drive, reliability and safety are always among the traits that will rank highest. We were happy to hear that the Chevy Cruze and Malibu were selected in the Top Ten Picks for Consumer Reports this year, an honor that solidifies these two more-than-hot cars a place in the spotlight. What it "takes to be tops" as far as consumer reports is a very exemplary score in the auto's category. Good road-test performance, predicted reliability, owner satisfaction, and safety are the four components that are scrutinized for the final pics of the lot. 

For each of the cars that are lucky enough to make it to the top of the Consumer Reports list, their performance is scrutinized heavily during more than 50 evaluations conducted at a 327-acre Auto Test Center. The ways in which the cars are put to the test involve very detailed instrumented track tests, to necessarily nit-picked assessments for comfort and overall convenience. The staff of this renowned publication tests cars daily, and has experience dealing with all types of cars and their quirks. As far as owner satisfaction is concerned, the staff at Consumer Reports has known for decades that it only takes a split second for a large-scale accident to occur. Keeping your safety in mind as a consumer is essential: no one would want to buy a vehicle that they though may let them down in that one dangerous split second that can define the future.

The owner satisfaction rating that resulted in the Cruze and Malibu coming out on top was based on the percentage of current owners surveyed that claimed if they had to make another car purchase again, this is the one that they would select. The latest subscriber survey that claimed if they had to make another car purchase again, this is the one that they would select. The latest subscriber survey dutifully collected data on more than 300,000 vehicles that were released in the last three years, and took a close look at the various features that made them stand up during the toughest of tests. The sales and service staff here at O'Rielly Chevrolet fully understands that you want the best possible means to complete your daily commute, have a little fun while you're at it, and know that you are riding in a vehicle that will extend its quality to go above and beyond to protect you and all of your passengers.

The Chevy Cruze is exciting for so many reasons: The cabin is incredibly attractive, and an ample amount of rear-seat legroom is appreciated right off the bat. It comes in compact sedan or hatchback, and is available in L, LS, LT, LT Diesel, and Premier trim levels. 15-inch steel wheels, awesome automatic headlights, remote unlocking, and a height-adjustable seat are just some of the amenities you'll enjoy with this power-packing and high-ranked new creation. The 2017 Malibu has more rear-seat legroom than past models, and is coveted for its upscale and very clean appearance. You are working with a 160-hp turbo, 1.5-liter four-cylinder power source, and six-speed automatic to efficiently get the shifting job done. With the offering of a hybrid Malibu, you can see 35 miles per gallon, and be more-than-confident about using an environmentally-friendly power source. We couldn't be more excited about the high reviews and rankings the Cruze and Malibu received from Consumer Reports: make sure you set aside time to pay us a visit, and learn just how exciting your daily commute and playtime can soon become.