Chevrolet Cruze vs Subaru WRX
Overview | |
MSRP$16,975 | MSRP$26,595 |
Listings4277 | Listings3983 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryEven after a full redesign last year for the Cruze, Chevy felt like there was still something missing. To add some utility to its compact sedan, a sloping rear hatch was added to let it try and compete with segment stalwarts like the Mazda3 and the Honda Civic. For extra competitive advantage, all Cruze trims now come with Chevy’s Teen Driver mode as well. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2016 Subaru WRX is a price-for-pound powerhouse in the sport compact category. The car's racing inspiration is evident in its turbocharged plant that rockets the car to 60 mph in 5 seconds, and its supremely tight setup is confident at any speed. Don't be confused, though: Although Subaru's car is named after its 1990s World Rally Championship cars, that's all history by now. What's left is a comfortable commuter with a serious wild side. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 153 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 268 hp H4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower153 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 153 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 268 hp H4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower153 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.8 cu ft | Cargo Space12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight2835 lbs | Curb Weight3269 lbs |
Height57.4 in | Height58.1 in |
Length183.7 in | Length180.9 in |
Width70.5 in | Width78.9 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase104.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $16,975 | $26,595 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Even after a full redesign last year for the Cruze, Chevy felt like there was still something missing. To add some utility to its compact sedan, a sloping rear hatch was added to let it try and compete with segment stalwarts like the Mazda3 and the Honda Civic. For extra competitive advantage, all Cruze trims now come with Chevy’s Teen Driver mode as well. | The 2016 Subaru WRX is a price-for-pound powerhouse in the sport compact category. The car's racing inspiration is evident in its turbocharged plant that rockets the car to 60 mph in 5 seconds, and its supremely tight setup is confident at any speed. Don't be confused, though: Although Subaru's car is named after its 1990s World Rally Championship cars, that's all history by now. What's left is a comfortable commuter with a serious wild side. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 153 hp I4 | 2.0L 268 hp H4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 153 hp @ 5600 rpm | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 153 hp I4 | 2.0L 268 hp H4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 153 hp @ 5600 rpm | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.8 cu ft | 12.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2835 lbs | 3269 lbs |
Height | 57.4 in | 58.1 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 180.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 78.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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