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Chevy: Volt-to-Cruze specs 2014

Discussion in 'GM Hybrids and EVs' started by bwilson4web, Jun 30, 2013.

  1. dbcassidy

    dbcassidy Toyota Hybrid Nation, 8 Million Strong

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    Cruze easily trumps Volts sales numbers, which is a very positive thing. the Cruze profits can help defray the Volts' development costs and less the financial loss to GM on each Volt sale.

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  2. Trollbait

    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    And the Volt has helped get people into the dealers where they end up buying a Cruze.
     
  3. dbcassidy

    dbcassidy Toyota Hybrid Nation, 8 Million Strong

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    Which leads to the dealers' dilemma: how do we move our bloated Volt inventory?

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    I like the Cruze a lot and did a few test drives in them. They have a nice euro-style to them and are nicely packaged. However, the Cruze diesel is a real clatterbox. They did a fairly good job with sound insulation, but the moment you open the window it is quite a racket, especially on acceleration.

    We finally ended up getting the Volt. With the $5k drop in price and some negotiating, we were down to $33.5K before the tax credit for a nicely equipped car. So far it has been a blast to drive. I love silent running and it handles very well. In 2 months we are still on 3/4 of the 2nd tank of gas. The first one was used for a trip up north.
     
  5. dbcassidy

    dbcassidy Toyota Hybrid Nation, 8 Million Strong

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    Can't blame the people.

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