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Cars C-class in Russia are very popular. And this is not surprising. On the one hand, there is a fairly wide range of economical, well-equipped cars, while prices remain relatively affordable, on the other - the presence of many similar cars can even cause confusion. Which is better, Chevrolet Cruze or Opel Astra? Both belong to the same class, both are produced by General Motors. However, this is not the twins. Each model has its advantages, and the disadvantages can be traced. Let's tell about it in more detail.
Cars Chevrolet Cruze or Opel Astra are long-standing competitors in the automotive market
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Appearance
Fans of previous generations of Opel Astra will not be disappointed. Continuity visible to the naked eye. However, it should be noted, and new trends. It seems that the body is generally devoid of right angles. All this gives Opel a modern look. Plus, perfect aerodynamics saves fuel and gives the car more stability on the road.. Form and content. Although you can't call the Opel Astra a racing car, its dynamic and speedy characteristics are very, very worthy.
The body shape of the car Opel Astra has become even more perfect
Designers of the Chevrolet Cruze also tried to give it a touch of sportiness. And do not say that they failed. For example, a massive grille gives the vehicle a hint of bestial power and grace. Good turned out lights. Stretched along the body, they look a bit like the eyes of some kind of infernal predator. But the bumpers are too thin - it even somehow gets out of the general concept of the car.
If you choose Cruise or Astra, focusing only on the body, then Opel will win. Despite some successful solutions, the Chevrolet Cruze looks unfinished. But the Opel Astra is perfect in this respect - nothing superfluous, everything is in its place.
Chevrolet Cruze car имеет спортивный дизайн
Salon
The developers of Opel are clearly fans of high-tech style. To see this, just look at the torpedo. Such a number of buttons, toggle switches and other types of switches you will see except on an interplanetary starship. In order to explore all this abundance, it will take a fair amount of time. But it's worth it, because then you can manage all the basic functions of the car, even without taking your eyes off the road. Nothing bad can be said about the finishing materials, they are of high quality, inaccurate seams are not available at all.
Salon автомобиля Opel Astra придётся по вкусу любителям стиля хай-тек
Salon Шевроле тоже не подкачал. Качественные материалы, не менее аккуратные, чем у конкурента, швы. Дизайнеры Chevrolet Cruze при проработке деталей салона ориентировались опять-таки на спортивный стиль 
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adom.ru. This is indicated by the smooth lines of the finishing elements and the instrument panel, which the “wells” of the framework are divided into three parts. As a result, the instrument panel looks so stylish that, other things being equal, in the choice of the Opel Astra or Chevrolet Cruze, it may well swing the scales in favor of the Chevrolet. I would especially like to note the presence of many pockets, compartments and other "nychek." There is where to put small things so that they are always at hand.
Chevrolet Cruze car interior порадует владельца качеством отделочных материалом и спортивной стилистикой
Engine and transmission
It offers fans of Opel two power plants. Both engines are petrol. One engine produces 180 "horses", the second - 101. Depending on personal preferences, you can choose the type of transmission. Are you a fan of active driving and crave for full control over the car? It offers good old mechanic. Ride mainly in the city and appreciate the comfort and convenience (even at a loss dynamics) - take the "automatic". Fortunately, he is good at Opel Astra: transmissions are switched without delays, there is a choice of different algorithms.
| Car model: | Chevrolet Cruze | Opel Astra |
| Producing country: | Korea | Germany |
| Body Type: | sedan | sedan |
| Number of places: | 5 | 5 |
| Number of doors: | 4 | 4 |
| Engine capacity, cubic cm: | 1598 | 1364 |
| Power, l. c./about min .: | 109/6000 | 140/4900 |
| Maximum speed, km / h: | 185 | 202 |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h, from: | 12,5 | 9,9 |
| Type of drive: | front | front |
| CAT: | 5 MKPP | 6 MKPP |
| Fuel type: | gasoline AI-95 | gasoline AI-95 |
| Consumption per 100 km: | mixed cycle 7.3 | city 7.9; 4.7 track, mixed cycle 5.9 |
| Length, mm: | 4510 | 4419 |
| Width, mm: | 1797 | 1814 |
| Height, mm: | 1477 | 1510 |
| Clearance, mm: | 156 | 130 |
| Tire size: | 205/60R16 | 205/55 R16 |
| Curb weight, kg: | 1305 | 1298 |
| Full weight, kg: | 1818 | 1870 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 | 56 |
Chevrolet lovers have a slightly richer choice. However, quite recently the Chevrolet Cruze was also completed with two motors. Namely, the volume of 1.6 liters and the power of 109 horsepower for fans of minimalism and a volume of 1.8 liters at a power of one hundred and forty with a hook of “horses” for those who like to drive. Recently, another engine has been added, which, with a seemingly small volume of 1.4 liters, produces exactly 140 horsepower. Plus, due to the small volume of this motor has an enviable efficiency. In the dispute Cruze vs Astra, we put a plus sign on Cruz.
Road behavior
Test drive the car Chevrolet Cruze:
As can be seen from the characteristics of the engine, Cruise is not a very powerful car. He is good in traffic jams of a modern large city (this is facilitated by the excellent traction “on the bottoms”), but on the track it will definitely lose to Astra. And at Opel, all settings are “sharpened” for high speed. Moderately stiff suspension perfectly "handles" all the irregularities of the track, well-adjusted steering will not allow the driver to lose control of the car in a sharp turn. Chevrolet's handling is worse.
Test drive car Opel Astra:
Total
Let's sum up. Plus Opel Astra can be considered:
- stylish body;
- good aerodynamics;
- futuristic steering column;
- powerful engine;
- good transmissions;
- beautiful suspension and finely tuned steering.
Not less pluses and Chevrolet Cruze. Namely:
- stylish headlights;
- high-quality salon;
- beautifully designed instrument panel;
- many pockets and compartments for small things;
- large selection of power units.
So Astra or Cruze? An unequivocal answer is very difficult to give. Cruise is a bit cheaper and, as mentioned above, it showed itself well when traveling around the city. The elements of Astra are country tracks, but it will also show itself at a traffic light. But it is worth more. So choose based on personal preference - both cars are worth buying.
