2019 Chevy Cruze vs 2019 Toyota Corolla

• 2019 Chevy Cruze

  

  Starting at

  $17,995

  2019 Toyota Corolla

  

  Starting at

  $18,700

  137-153 HP	Horsepower	132-140 HP
  177-240 lb-ft	Torque	126-128 lb-ft
  14.8 cu.ft.	Trunk Space	13 cu.ft.
  Yes	Available Diesel Engine	No

  In the age of crowded cities and tiny parking spaces, it makes a lot of sense to pick up a compact sedan. In this article, we will break down the finer points of the competition between the 2019 Chevy Cruze vs 2019 Toyota Corolla. These two sleek sedans offer excellent gas mileage, a modern aesthetic, and a range of exciting new features. However, each one provides a slightly different take on the classic mid-sized automotive design. Let’s take a closer look at each vehicle to see which one comes out on top.

  Anyone reading this is sure to agree that the bout between the 2019 Chevy Cruze and the 2019 Toyota Corolla is a tough one. With both cars coming from two of the top automotive manufacturers in the world, either one would be a great fit for most folks looking to buy a mid-sized sedan. But when it comes down to it, it’s pretty clear to see that the Cruze inches just ahead in a number of categories. With a lower price point, superior gas mileage and more horsepower, the Cruze has the numbers to drive away from this one victorious. And even with the hard numbers aside, the Chevy Cruze offers a range of features both aesthetic and functional that simply put it over the top.

• Performance

  

  For two compact cars, the Chevy Cruze and the Toyota Corolla pack a lot of power and capability under their hoods. From nimble speed and handling on tight city streets to long highway-bound road trips, these two have you covered. Here are some numbers highlighting the engine technology and overall efficiency of these mid-sized sedans.

   

  Chevy Cruze

   

  The Chevy Cruze comes standard with an incredibly efficient 1.4L turbo engine capable of achieving 28 MPG city and 38 MPG highway. If regular old gas isn’t your thing, the Cruze also comes available with a 1.6L turbo diesel engine. Outputting 240 lb-ft of torque, this marvel of engineering is capable of providing 31 MPG city and an astounding 48 MPG highway. That means you can travel up to 648 miles on a single tank of gas!

   

  Toyota Corolla

   

  The Toyota Corolla comes standard with a 1.8L four-cylinder DOHC engine. By utilizing this impressive technology in tandem with its sporty and aerodynamic design, the Corolla can achieve up to 28 MPG city and 36 MPG highway, just short of the Cruze’s numbers.

   

  If you’re looking for a slight upgrade, the Corolla LE Eco features an “ECO Mode” button that eases the gas pedal output to enhance your overall fuel efficiency.

• Interior and Technology

  

  Moving beyond the nuts and bolts of the performance specs of these two vehicles, let’s take a look at the cabin. Both the Cruze and the Corolla consider the comfort of their drivers just as much as they do the efficiency of their engines. Here is a look at what Chevy and Toyota have been working on to make their current mid-size sedans as comfortable and convenient as ever before.

   

  Chevy Cruze

   

  The Chevy Cruze features a comfortable five-seat interior with available leather seating, leather-appointed steering wheel and heated seats. Alongside the interior ambient lighting, Chevy makes sure that you have the options to make every drive feel like a first-class trip.

   

  On the dashboard of any Chevy Cruze, the more tech-savy drivers will immediately notice the standard Chevrolet Infotainment system. The standard seven-inch diagonal color touch-screen display comes equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility depending on what kind of mobile device you own.

   

  Now if you’re a little more concerned with storage space than you are with gizmos and gadgets, then the Chevy Cruze Hatch may be the right fit for you. This hatchback version of the Cruze comes equipped with a much more spacious trunk and fold-down seats, resulting in a massive total of 47.2 cu ft of cargo space. Never worry again about which bags to bring on your trip because with this much room you’ll be able to bring them all.

   

  Toyota Corolla

   

  As you settle into the Toyota Corolla, the first thing you will notice is what Toyota refers to as a fluid dashboard. Designed to enhance the Corolla’s overall upscale feel, it features seamless lines, premium materials and available contrast stitching for your seats.  Alongside the black accents surrounding the large standard touch-screen, the Corolla interior implements just the right combination of style, substance and technology.

   

  Another key feature in the Corolla’s interior is the available auto climate control. If you have a preferred setting for your temperature, you can set it on the digital controls on the dashboard. The next time you hop in, simply select your preferred setting, sit back and enjoy your ride.

   

  When it comes to storage, the Corolla has a lot to offer. Its 60/40 split rear seat layout allows you to very easily reconfigure the rear seats and vastly extend your truck space. Moving on from there, the Corolla packs a ton of room in the trunk for you to haul everything you need and if you need even more room there’s always a hatchback variant that you could look into.

• Safety

  

  Now let’s move on to what is arguably the most important feature of your new sedan. The brass tacks of how it is going to work to keep you and your passengers safe. Luckily for those interested in these two vehicles, they both take great measures and implement technology to ensure that you are in safe hands at all times. Let’s take an in-depth look to see if one vehicle edges out ahead of another.

   

  Chevy Cruze

   

  As we stated before, both of these cars use technology to their advantage when proving an exceedingly safe ride. The first feature the Cruze offers is the available lane keep assist with lane departure warning. This system provides gentle steering wheel adjustments to help you avoid crashes due to unintentional drifting out of your lane. The available lane change alert with side blind zone alert system works through a similar technology by sensing other vehicles in your blind spot and providing the driver with a warning if they begin to move towards your vehicle.

   

  Another feature in this vein of safety is the available low-speed forward automatic braking system. When this feature detects that a front-end collision situation is incoming, and the driver has not applied the brakes, the car will automatically engage them to either stop the car or make the crash less severe. Ideal for tight parking situations, this system is also capable of preventing low-speed collisions.

   

  The Chevy Cruze also features the unique teen driver system. This program in your vehicle’s onboard computer offers a variety of ways to ensure that your family’s fledgling driver is given every opportunity to learn as safely as possible. Some of these include muting the car’s audio until both the front-seat occupants are buckled, and automatically turning on lane change alerts and other safety features. Every time your student driver gets behind the wheel, the Chevy Cruze compiles a report card of stats that will show you how they are doing and which areas they can improve upon. Working with your teen driver you can ensure safe driving habits as they take to the road on their own.

   

  Toyota Corolla

   

  The Toyota Corolla’s commitment to safety is evident in its eight standard airbags. With front seat-mounted side airbags the driver and front passenger, front and rear side curtain airbags, and driver knee and front passenger seat-cushion airbags, Toyota makes sure to keep you safe no matter what.

   

  The Corolla also features the Toyota Star Safety system. Very similar to the Cruze’s suite of technological driver assists, the Star Safety system is “an advanced integration of safety technologies designed to enhance traction, braking and more.” This system also provide more specific safety features such as pedestrian detection, lane departure warnings and dynamic cruise control.

   

  One unique feature of the Toyota Corolla is the standard automatic high beams. This safety system is designed to help you see more clearly at night by using its front-facing camera to detect oncoming cars and toggle the high beams off accordingly. This means you have maximum visibility at all times without blinding oncoming drivers and putting them in danger.

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