Chevrolet Volt vs Chevrolet Cruze Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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Best Hatchbacks
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Based on 33 rankings.
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Best Compact Sedans
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Based on 19 rankings.

New Car Pricing New listing price comparison and analysis.

2018 Chevrolet Volt
LT
MSRP
$33,220
Invoice
$31,891
Average Price Paid
$30,286
2,241 listings nationwide

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2018 Chevrolet Cruze
L Sedan FWD
MSRP
$16,975
Invoice
$16,890
Average Price Paid
$16,134
23 listings nationwide

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Pricing Analysis Price analysis based on recent sales data applied to current trim without options.

2018 Chevrolet Volt
LT
Fair Price
$31,390
Good Price
$29,566
Great Price
$28,523
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
L Sedan FWD
Fair Price
$16,527
Good Price
$15,306
Great Price
$14,608

Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2018 Chevrolet Volt
LT
Andrew Newton Preview:

The second generation Chevy Volt has been available in all 50 states since the beginning of 2016, and its main appeal is that it has all the appeal of a full EV but also has the option...

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2018 Chevrolet Cruze
L Sedan FWD
Michael Perkins Test Drive Review:

As the dissonant chords of Dieselgate still resonate throughout the industry, most car companies have abandoned efforts toward any future diesel-powered cars. A $15 billion fine will h...

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  • Look and Feel 7
  • Performance 7
  • Form & Function 6
  • Technology 5
  • Safety 8
  • Cost-Effectiveness 7
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Specs

2018 Chevrolet Volt
LT
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
L Sedan FWD
Powertrain 1-Speed Automatic 6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
43 MPG
27 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
42 MPG
40 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 8.9 gal 13.7 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
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153 hp @ 5,600 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
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10:1
Displacement
1,500 cc
1,400 cc
Bore x Stroke
--
2.91 in x 3.2 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags Standard Standard
Rear Side Airbags Standard --
Curtain Airbags Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Overall 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Passenger 4 stars 5 stars
Side Crash Overall 5 stars 4 stars
Side Barrier Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger 5 stars 4 stars
Side Pole Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.1 in 42 in
Back Legroom 34.7 in 36.1 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 10.6 cu ft 14.8 cu ft
Exterior
Length 180.4 in 183.7 in
Width 71.2 in 70.5 in
Height 56.4 in 57.4 in
Wheelbase 106.1 in 106.3 in

Available Options

2018 Chevrolet Volt
LT

Exterior Colors

  • Green Mist Metallic
  • Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
  • Kinetic Blue Metallic
  • Mosaic Black Metallic
  • Satin Steel Metallic
  • Silver Ice Metallic
  • Summit White

Option Packages

  • LPO, Ambient Lighting, Includes Illuminated Footwell and Cup Holders
  • LPO, Charge Cord, Portable, 120-Volt, Additional
  • LPO, Blackout Package
  • LT Driver Confidence Package
  • Seats, Leather-Appointed
  • LPO, 17" (43.2 cm) Split 5-Spoke Aluminum Wheels, Ultra-Bright Machined Finish with Painted Gloss Black Pockets
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
L Sedan FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Silver Ice Metallic
  • Summit White

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