When you are shopping for a compact car you want it to have all the features that a larger vehicle has without the large car fuel economy…correct? After reviewing the features of the 2011 Cruze,  Bell & Howard Chevrolet Cadillac think you’ll be more than impressed!

Here are the features that make this 2011 Cruze a true crowd pleaser!

Exceptional Fuel Economy

  • Two fuel-efficient engines: 1.8L Ecotec or a 1.4L Ecotec Turbo
  • One of the only compacts to offer either a 6-speed Manual or Automatic Transmission
  • Eco model (estimated 40 MPG highway; about a 570-mile highway range) Based on GM testing.

Comprehensive Safety Package

  • 10 standard airbags (The 2010 Toyota Corolla Base, 2010 Honda Civic DX and the 2011 Ford Focus S only have 6 airbags.)
  • OnStar Directions & Connections (6 months standard)
  • StabiliTrak Stability Control System
  • Antilock Brakes with Traction Control
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (excludes spare tire)
  • Power Child Security Locks

Performance & Handling = Fun to Drive

  • 1.4L Ecotec Turbo enhances fun-to-drive performance
  • Responsive, rack-mounted electric power steering
  • Independent front and semi-independent Z-link rear suspension (Eco excludes Z-link)

Roominess

  • One of the largest compact cars in segment.
  • More passenger and trunk room than Civic, Corolla and Focus

Comfort And Convenience

  • Long fore/aft seat travel and comfortable seats
  • Uncommon standard features not usually found on compacts:
  1. Driver Information Center
  2. Oil Life Monitor
  3. Remote Keyless Entry
  4. Split-folding Rear Seat
  5. Stereo with CD player, Auxiliary Input Jack and Six Speakers
  6. Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
  7. XM Satellite Radio (3 month trial of XM service)

Quietness

  • Over 30 acoustic treatments help make Cruze amazingly quiet

Interior Design And Upscale Ambiance

  • Refined, stylish interior (generous use of chrome and premium materials)
  • Tight French seat stitching adds high-end appearance and durability
  • Upscale features not usually found in segment (as equipped): Heated Seats, Map Navigation, Bluetooth/USB, Remote Start, Pioneer 9-Speaker Audio System