Trim Report

Chevrolet Cruze L2012

Includes:CRUZE|L
$3,200
Starting From
4
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,200
Max $7,943
From $3,200
Fresh

L Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$675
$675–$16K
150 listings127,000 avg miles
Diesel
From$1,250
14 listings|$1K–$10K
Eco
From$725
43 listings|$725–$16K
L
From$3,200
4 listings|$3K–$8K
LS
From$619
506 listings|$619–$20K
LT
From$600
1,300 listings|$600–$20K
LTZ
From$575
118 listings|$575–$13K
Premier
From$4,500
127 listings|$5K–$23K

2012 Chevrolet Cruze L Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Cruze L

Location data for all 2012 Chevrolet Cruze trims combined

35States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 8% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Chevrolet Cruze Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Chevrolet Cruze trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 864 complaints for the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

3
Recalls
864
Complaints
62
Crashes
17
Fires
Recall Findings
12V2890002012-22-06
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2, 2009, THROUGH MAY 14, 2012. ATTACHMENT WELDS FOR THE FUEL TANK STRAP SECONDARY BRACKETS MAY HAVE BEEN OMITTED.

THE FUEL TANK COULD COME LOOSE IN A CRASH, POSSIBLY ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE TANK. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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12V2880002012-22-06
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 2, 2009, THROUGH MAY 31, 2012. SPILLED OR DRIPPING OIL (SUCH AS AFTER AN OIL CHANGE) MAY COLLECT IN THE ENGINE SHIELD (BELLYPAN) NEAR HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST SYSTEM SURFACES. AS A RESULT, THE OIL AND THE ENGINE SHIELD MAY IGNITE AND BURN.

EITHER CONDITION COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.

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13V3600002013-15-08
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with 1.4L DOHC gasoline turbo engines and 6T40 front wheel drive automatic transmissions and equipped with an electric vacuum pump to provide supplemental vacuum for brake assist, when needed. In the affected vehicles, the pump may not activate, resulting in an intermittent reduction or loss of brake assist.

A loss of braking assistance will require extra pedal force and/or distance to bring the vehicle to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 864 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine120
02Service Brakes99
03Power Train66
04Electrical System49
05Unknown Or Other45
864 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Cruze Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Chevrolet Cruze trims

26–32mpg combined
·
22-28city
·
34-40hwy
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$2,100-$2,600/yr

The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze delivers 26 to 32 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Cruze Eco - Manual 6-spd
32mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city40 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Cruze - Automatic (S6)
30mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city36 hwy~$2,250/yr-1/10 Poor
Cruze - Manual 6-spd
30mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city37 hwy~$2,250/yr-1/10 Poor
Cruze Eco - Automatic 6-spd
30mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city38 hwy~$2,250/yr-1/10 Poor
Cruze - Manual 6-spd
29mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city35 hwy~$2,350/yr-1/10 Poor
Cruze - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city34 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the L Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze L

How does the L compare to other Chevrolet Cruze trims?

with 4 listings tracked, the L sits in a specific spot in the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze L?

Budget for standard L maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2012 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Cruze L?

The best model year for the Chevrolet Cruze L comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Chevrolet Cruze overview.

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