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EPA ratings are out for the 2nd Gen Cruze. With a 1.4T and 6sp Auto, it's rated at 42 Hwy, 30 City, 35 combined, which is better than the 1st Gen Cruze Eco Manual (42/28/33). Not a small feat, though the highway number is the same despite better aerodynamics, which makes me think weight reduction (-250 lbs) and better tuning of the automatic transmission are largely responsible.
Apparently the ratings fall ever-so-slightly with the 6sp Manual, to 41/29/33 combined.
The Premier version gets worse mileage, only 40 MPG highway. Maybe larger wheels/tires and/or non LRR tires play a role there? Maybe less aero friendly bodywork?
Here's the whole story:
2016 Chevy Cruze gas mileage beats even previous Eco model
Apparently the ratings fall ever-so-slightly with the 6sp Manual, to 41/29/33 combined.
The Premier version gets worse mileage, only 40 MPG highway. Maybe larger wheels/tires and/or non LRR tires play a role there? Maybe less aero friendly bodywork?
Here's the whole story:
2016 Chevy Cruze gas mileage beats even previous Eco model