Used Chevrolet Cruze for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

How much does the Chevrolet Cruze cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Cruze prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Cruze's current nationwide average price is $7,982, and its year-round low is $7,972.41. That puts the model's pricing in a fairly tight band at the low end, with used examples available across several model years. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2018, and 2019 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Cruze a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Cruze earns strong marks from owners across its full run, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.33/5 across every model year in the data. Owners consistently praise its comfort, fuel efficiency, smooth handling, spacious interior, and stylish design, while also calling out its practical everyday character and useful tech features. Expert impressions reinforce that appeal with a focus on refinement, safety, and efficiency.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 and 2014 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in power delivery, with some recent expert-tested versions described as slow and some owners noting weaker performance under load or with the air conditioning running. Tech can also feel dated in some years, even when the car remains easy to live with.

25.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Cruze models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Cruze's comfort, fuel economy, and everyday usability as its strongest traits. The model also earns praise for smooth handling, a spacious cabin, and practical features that make it easy to use as a daily driver.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Cruze between 3.0 and 4.67 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully and focusing on well-kept examples, since owner feedback includes some concerns about reliability and power.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Cruze?

Across all model years, at 53.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Teen Driver
• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 35 mpg combined, at least 40 mpg, better than 50 mpg

Which Chevrolet Cruze trim should I buy?

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze offers these trims:

• LT Diesel Hatchback: This is the standout value pick if you want the diesel setup, and it adds the 1.6-liter turbodiesel engine, 9-speed automatic, power driver’s seat, keyless entry and ignition, and remote start.
• Cruze Diesel Hatchback: This trim brings the diesel powertrain character and efficiency-focused setup, along with the Convenience Package equipment described above.

What Chevrolet Cruze do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Cruze years with the most listings are 2017, 2016, and 2015.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, mileage, and condition. They also sit in the middle of the Cruze lineup, where many shoppers find a strong balance of value and availability.

What is the Chevrolet Cruze's resale value?

The Cruze's used prices are moving lower across every model year shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping for value. The sharpest drops are in the newer years, while the older years are declining more gradually. That pattern suggests you may have room to negotiate, especially on recent models.

The 2017, 2016, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Chevrolet Cruze safe?

• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 7/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2014: 8/10

Teen Driver was made standard last year.

For the safest used buy, the 2014, 2016 and 2018 models all post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Cruze now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −9.75% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.57%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 25.6% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 25.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $9,301. The Chevrolet Cruze offers a comfortable ride, a spacious interior, and a practical everyday feel that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: With the new diesel powertrain and 9-speed transmission, the 2018 Cruze LT Diesel Hatchback delivers 240 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm, 137 hp at 3750 rpm, and a combined rating of 35 mpg.
• Tech: Teen Driver was made standard last year, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard.
• Safety: The Cruze is fitted with full-length side curtain, knee, and front and rear side airbags.
• Starting price: the Diesel Hatchback comes standard with the Convenience Package that will get you a power driver’s seat, keyless entry and ignition, and remote start for an MSRP of $25,865.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2020 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.