Chevrolet Cruze II (J400) (2015 – 2019)

The second-generation Chevrolet Cruze (J400) marks a clean break from its predecessor (J300). Lighter (up to -113 kg), more aerodynamic, and equipped with a modernized platform (D2XX shared with the Opel Astra K), it aims to be more dynamic and efficient. Caution: As Chevrolet withdrew from Western Europe at the end of 2014, this generation was not officially sold there (except for rare imports). It primarily shone in North America, South America, and China. The highlight of this sheet is the 1.6 Diesel engine (code LH7), nicknamed the "Whisper Diesel". Developed jointly with Opel (equivalent to the B16DTH), it was offered in North America to compete with the VW Jetta TDI after the Dieselgate scandal. Although very frugal, this engine requires strictly highway use and has costly weaknesses