Chevrolet Cruze ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2013–2019)
Side-by-side AutoScores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Chevrolet Cruze we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Cruze across generations.
Average AutoScore
75/100
Best Year
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
Score 82
Weakest Year
2014 Chevrolet Cruze
Score 68
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A practical compact car, but one with specific mechanical vulnerabilities that savvy buyers must address head-on.
Top risks: PCV System (1.4L Turbo) · Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · Infotainment System (MyLink)
A fuel-efficient compact car that delivers value, but requires attentive maintenance to overcome specific engine and transmission vulnerabilities.
Top risks: Engine (1.4L Turbo PCV System) · Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T35) · Electrical / Infotainment
A fuel-efficient compact that demands diligent maintenance to avoid common powertrain pitfalls.
Top risks: 1.4L Turbo Engine (PCV & Coolant System) · Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · Electrical / Infotainment
A budget-friendly compact, but keep a close eye on the powertrain for common Cruze ailments.
Top risks: Engine (1.4L Turbo) · Automatic Transmission · Cooling System
The 2016 Cruze offers a lot for the money, but its prevalent engine and transmission weaknesses demand a cautious approach and an emergency fund for potential repairs.
Top risks: 1.4L Turbo Engine (PCV System & Cooling) · Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · Electrical Systems & Sensors
A budget-friendly compact car with a comfortable ride, but significant powertrain risks necessitate a thorough pre-purchase inspection and dedicated maintenance.
Top risks: Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · 1.4L Turbo Engine (Cooling System & PCV) · Electrical System
A budget-friendly compact car that can be a great value, but choose your powertrain wisely to avoid significant repair bills.
Top risks: Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · 1.4L Turbo Engine (PCV & Coolant System) · Electrical System & Wiring
A budget-friendly compact sedan with appealing features, but its known powertrain and electrical issues necessitate careful pre-purchase inspection and diligent preventative maintenance.
Top risks: Engine Cooling & PCV System (1.4L Turbo) · Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45) · Electrical System
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Problems That Follow the Cruze Across Generations
Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.
Automatic Transmission (6T40/6T45)
Appears in 6 model years · 75% of generations
Electrical System
Appears in 2 model years · 25% of generations
1.4L Turbo Engine (PCV & Coolant System)
Appears in 2 model years · 25% of generations
Electrical / Infotainment
Appears in 2 model years · 25% of generations
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Best Cruze Years to Buy
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