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2011 Chevrolet Cruze MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 32 MPG combined (28 city / 40 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 26 to 32 MPG. Among 48 midsize cars rated for 2011, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,453 a year to fuel.

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Combined 32 MPG 28 MPG city · 40 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,453 15,000 mi/yr · $9.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #11 of 48 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway4017.05.9
Combined3213.67.4

How it ranks among 2011 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  2. 2Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  3. 3Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  4. 4Mercury Milan Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  5. 5Lincoln MKZ Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 11Chevrolet Cruze32 MPG $1,453
  7. 48Ferrari 612 Scaglietti12 MPG $4,938
2011 CruzeOther midsize carsClass median: $2,068/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Cruze MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.4L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Cruze Eco		 Gas 28 MPG 40 MPG 32 MPG — $1,453
FWD · 1.4L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Cruze Eco		 Gas 26 MPG 37 MPG 30 MPG — $1,550
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Cruze		 Gas 26 MPG 35 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Cruze		 Gas 24 MPG 35 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
FWD · 1.4L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Cruze		 Gas 22 MPG 34 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.4L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
94 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
278 g/mi

2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. rivals

vs Hyundai Elantra 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Versa 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Cruze saves $97/yr vs Nissan Sentra 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Cruze saves $150/yr vs Toyota Camry Hybrid 33 MPG · $1,409/yr Camry Hybrid saves $44/yr vs Nissan Altima Hybrid 33 MPG · $1,409/yr Altima Hybrid saves $44/yr vs Kia Optima Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,292/yr Optima Hybrid saves $161/yr vs Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,292/yr Sonata Hybrid saves $161/yr vs Toyota Prius 48 MPG · $969/yr Prius saves $484/yr vs Nissan Leaf 99 MPGe · $918/yr Leaf saves $535/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?

Up to 32 MPG combined (28 city / 40 highway); ratings range from 26 to 32 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze's fuel average is 13.6 km/L (7.4 L/100 km), or 32 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 17.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze per year?

About $1,453 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $9.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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