Chevy introduced the Cruze Eco and Cruze RS at the 2010 NY International New York Auto Show. The Cruze model is Chevy’s stab at its uncompetitive showing in the compact market. The Cruze Eco’s goal is to have hybrid fuel efficiency without exactly being a hybrid, and at 40-mpg it’s not a bad attempt. The Eco has a 138-hp, 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed manual transmission along with aerodynamics resulting in the hybrid-like fuel efficiency. The Cruze RS is the upscale version of the Eco. The RS features a honeycomb grille, chrome-trimmed fog lamps and a spoiler. Both models will be available by the end of 2010.
