Is the Chevrolet Cruze's engine the same as the Astra's?

The Chevrolet Cruze Diesel now has a 1.7-litre engine: is this the same as used in the Opel Astra?

John

John Delaney (Mountmellick)

Mar 2014 Filed under: diesel

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Expert answer

Hi John,

Yup, and it's best avoided - a truly nasty, rattly old thing with an annoying tendency to stall at junctions. Go for the petrol-powered Chevrolet Cruze and you'll be much happier.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe