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Chevrolet Cruze vs Subaru WRX

2017 Chevrolet Cruze
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
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2016 Subaru WRX
2016 Subaru WRX
$26,595MSRP
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2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
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2016 Subaru WRX
$26,595MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$16,975

MSRP

$26,595

Listings

201

Listings

336

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Reviews 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.

Reviews Summary

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.

Popular Features & Specs

Engine

1.4L 153 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 268 hp H4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

153 hp @ 5600 rpm

Horsepower

268 hp @ 5600 rpm

MPG City

28

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

39

MPG Highway

27
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2016 Subaru WRX
2016 Subaru WRX
$26,595MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2017 Chevrolet Cruze
$16,975MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2016 Subaru WRX
$26,595MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$16,975
$26,595
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

4.8

Expert reviews

6.7 out of 10

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8.5 out of 10

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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
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