2011 Chevrolet Cruze Is ‘Urban Car Of The Year’

The all-new Chevrolet Cruze is the Urban Car of the Year as voted by judges at Decisive Media and an independent panel of 15 automotive journalists.
Cruze features the spaciousness and amenities of the midsize car using the fuel economy of a compact. The Cruze Eco model includes a new Ecotec 1.4L turbo engine that gives an eco Protection Agency-estimated 42 miles per gallon on the road, leads the segment in fuel economy. It also is a segment leader safely features, including 10 standard air bags.
“If you want to determine evidence of a turnaround at GM, look no farther than Cruze,” said Lyndon Conrad Bell, editor in chief ofDecisive Auto. “Handsome styling, an attractive interior, competent powertrains, a pleasurable driving experience, exceptional practicality, and ready affordability all come together to make the Chevrolet Cruze Decisive Auto’s 2011 Urban Car of the season.”
“I was very impressed after driving the new Chevrolet Cruze the very first time,” said Randi Payton, publisher of Decisive Media. “I immediately first viewed it as a contender for Urban Car of the Year and there was no doubt i believe that our 15 judges would think so too. Once the votes were tallied, my predictions rang true.”
“We attempted to redefine the compact segment with Cruze by providing customers more of the features they want at a lower price than comparably equipped competitive models,” said Margaret Brooks, Chevrolet Small Car marketing director. “The Cruze offers significantly more value than the competition – with more standard equipment, segment leading safety features, segment leading fuel economy along with a fun-to-drive ride characteristic.”