2017 Chevy Cruze Hatchback
Chevrolet's all-new 2017 Cruze hatch is
set to hit US dealerships this fall with prices starting at US$ 22,190 without
tax, title and other dealer fees.
The price tag is for the entry-level LT
model, but customers willing to pay extra of the RS package will get to enjoy
unique front and rear fascias, rocker panels, rear spoiler, fog lamps and
18" wheels.
While sharing its Ecotec 1.4-liter
turbocharged unit and driving characteristics with the 4-door model, the Cruze
hatch boasts up to 1,189 liters of cargo space with the rear
seats folded. Also like its sedan sibling, it's the most connected car in its
segment, according to Chevrolet.
Systems such as 4G LTE with Wi-Fi
hotspot, Teen Driver, wireless charging, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are
among its best features and safety tech like the Lane Keep Assist, Rear Cross
Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Park Assist set it apart from the
likes of the Corolla or the Civic - as the American automaker pointed out back
when the 5-door Cruze made its debut in Detroit earlier this year.
There are currently less expensive
5-door hatchbacks available to US customers, like the KIA Forte5 (US$ 18,090) or
the Scion iM (US$ 19,995), though they don't come with as many standard features
as the entry-level Cruze LT, which can hardly be called
"entry-level" seen as how Chevrolet could have positioned another
three trim levels beneath the LT, as they did with the saloon version.
