Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 141 horsepower on 6200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Chevrolet Cruze 2012 - 2015 version and torque 176 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km (12.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Chevrolet real everyday fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Chevrolet Cruze fuel consumption.

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 technical data
Model: | Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. January | ||
Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 141 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 176 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.60m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.48m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1818 kg |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 engine F18D4
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1796 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.2 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts) |
Power | 141 HP ON 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2008 |
Duration of production | 8 years |
Engine also used on | Chevrolet Orlando |
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All Chevrolet Cruze sedan [2012 - 2015] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.4
Most fuel efficient version |
1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 109 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 109 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 141 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Chevrolet Cruze 2012 1.8
Most powerfull version (141 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 141 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |