Consumer Reports Best New Car
Values for 2017 by Category
Compact Car: Chevrolet Cruze
MSRP: From $16,975 MPG: Up to 31 city / 47 highway
Horsepower: 137 to 153 hp
This redesigned sedan and
hatchback bests two segment stalwarts, the Honda Civic and the
Toyota Corolla, with an Overall Score at the top of the class. The
formula is simple: Put the Malibu and Impala in a shrink ray,
reducing scale but preserving the commendable driving manners and
generous available features. The result is a hushed, smooth-riding
sedan that’s roomy enough to be a budget-friendly alternative to a
midsized car. The polished 153-hp turbocharged four-cylinder
engine is lively yet frugal.