We’ve already seen the 2013 Korean-market Chevy Cruze in a video, and now we managed to get our hands on several marketing photos of the updated compact sedan.
Overall, the changes aren’t profound, but they sure make a difference in the overall package — like the replacement of the roof-mounted antenna with a sexy fin as well as the addition of the MyLink infotainment system, whose touchscreen doesn’t actually flip up and out to reveal a hidden storage compartment; instead, the storage compartment — complete with a USB port — can be found directly above the MyLink screen; on the outside, notice the new grille, flush-mounted rear spoiler, revised fog lamps and lower fascia design, as well as the available black alloys — which give the Cruze a rather austere appearance (in a good way).
In addition, the interior brings revised center AC vents and a toll-capable rear-view mirror, the latter likely being a feature specific to the Korean market. Finally, the non-MyLink navigation system appears to have been carried over from those of the 2011 and 2012 model, as it’s still not a touch screen unit.
Now, the question is whether we will see all of these changes in North American-market 2013 Cruze. We know that MyLink, a few new safety features, and the flush spoiler are already on their way, but what about the fin antenna, revised front end, and all-black edition?
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The front grille looks alot better than ours i think. Fog lamps look ok, about the same as ours. Cant wait for the MyLink system and also hope that all black version gets here.
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Mmmm, me likey… What a stinking sexy car, wow… This will sell even better, especially if it doesn’t catch on fire…
That new dash, mmmm baby… Ooooh it’s cargasmic… Wow love the flow of the center stack with the screen, mmmm.
These Cruze’s will be sold in Europe too
The nose of the Cruze SW will be the same , personally I prefer more the honeycomb grill.
The MyLink Dash is almost as nice as the interior in the Verano!
well, yet another GM foreign market product that for all intents and purposes appears superior to ours…oh well *shrug*
Not too bad. They’re definitely channeling the Mazda 3 with the new front bumper. Something I’d like to see, though, would be a better exhaust treatment. As bad as the Cobalt was, certain models/packages had a nice single tip poking out the left side; the Cruze has a barely visible turn-down on the right side. Why not do something similar to that?
Right there with you about the exhaust treatment. Needs to happen, especially on a car as good-looking as the Cruze. But I don’t see (and hope not to) any Mazda 3, the ugliest (funkiest?) compact on the market. 😉
The front bumper, as I said (specifically the black parts flanking the grille), but I am willing to admit it is probably a coincidence. I personally think the 3 is okay looking (I like the smiley face), but the styling isn’t for everyone.
If it weren’t for that smile, I’d lust after one, as I cant find any other faults with the 3. But it just makes me feel like a clown, you know?
Nothing wrong with that. Like I said, it isn’t for everyone.
I bet they will get the @*$%# stationwagon.
Do not buy a chevy cruze. I purchased a 2012 chevy cruze and as soon as I pulled off the lot it filled up with smoke. I asked for a different one but the NC for Thanksgiving and was stuck in reduced power mode for 1000 miles. Gm service was not helpful. I have been to 4 dealers for a total of 7 times in less than a year. My car is currently at a dealership and I am driving my 4th rental. I have always owned chevys but this lemon and gms response to it has left a sour taste in my mouth. They still refuse to give me another car or just take this one back. My friend also has a cruze but its in the shop getting a new engine with less than 10000 miles on it. Buyer be ware don’t buy a cruze.
Shawn — have you tried contacting GM customer service about this?