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Although April 2014 saw the launch of the all-new Chevrolet Cruze in China, the US hasn't yet received it reportedly because a lot of engineering work still has to be done. The same applies to the model sold in the Land Down Under as the Holden Cruze, which just received a farewell facelift job before the new gen arrives later this year.
Available as a hatchback, sedan or wagon, the order books for the 2015 Holden Cruze facelift open on January 20th and the most important changes come in the form of the repenned front grille design and a number of other aesthetic add-ons that revamp the overall look of the front fascia to resemble that of the US-spec 2015 Chevrolet Cruze.
Holden Australia's director of marketing Bill Mott said that “the new front fascia and grille give the car an athletic, modern look and the added features make Cruze a compelling package in the small car class." Regarding those added features, the Equipe trim level gets 17-inch alloys and mirrors with integrated turn signals.
Alas, the entry-level Equipe comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder motor churning a mundane 104 kW and 175 Nm of torque via a five-speed manual transmission. The more demanding customer can opt for a slightly punchier 1.6L iTi petrol with 132 kW under its belt and 230 Nm, an engine paired to a six-speed stick shift.
Holden Australia's director of marketing Bill Mott said that “the new front fascia and grille give the car an athletic, modern look and the added features make Cruze a compelling package in the small car class." Regarding those added features, the Equipe trim level gets 17-inch alloys and mirrors with integrated turn signals.
The Holden Cruze can tow 1,200 kilos with trailer brakes and 750 kilograms without the trailer brakes
Step up to the SRi specification and LED daytime running lights are offered, while the SRi-V also adds 18-inch alloys, suede inserts for the seats, remote starting and rain sensing wipers. Optional extras worth mentioning include a 7-inch infotainment system (MyLink), reverse parking camera and satellite navigation. This being a mere facelift, it would be wishful thinking to get your hopes up for new powertrain options.Alas, the entry-level Equipe comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder motor churning a mundane 104 kW and 175 Nm of torque via a five-speed manual transmission. The more demanding customer can opt for a slightly punchier 1.6L iTi petrol with 132 kW under its belt and 230 Nm, an engine paired to a six-speed stick shift.
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