It looks like the facelifted Chevrolet Cruze is coming to the ASEAN region soon – the updated J300 will be making its debut at the 2015 Bangkok International Grand (BIG) Motor Sales event from August 1 to 9.
The sole tail light teaser photo released confirms that ASEAN-spec models will gain the South Korean facelift introduced in May, rather than the North American (and Australian, by way of Holden) version which retains the original rear end.
As such, our Cruze will receive revisions which include new tail lights with Camaro-esque internal graphics, a cleaner bootlid design and a reprofiled rear bumper incorporating the rear number plate recess. This is in addition to the updated front fascia already seen in the US, with a new dual-port grille, a broader lower air intake and reshaped fog light surrounds with chrome highlights and LED daytime running lights.
It’s a headache keeping track of the myriad of different facelifted Cruze variants available, let alone the two all-new versions (Chinese and North American) already revealed. Some parts of the world (like South Korea) get an updated centre console and revamped MyLink touchscreen infotainment system, while others like South Africa retain the current interior.
However, Chevrolet Sales Thailand has said that the upcoming car will come with a new interior and new in-car infotainment technology, so odds are the ASEAN region will receive the changes found on the facelifted South Korean Cruze. Expect the 140 hp/176 Nm 1.8 litre ECOTEC naturally-aspirated petrol mill and six-speed automatic transmission to soldier on, at least in our market.
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I think anyone who wants a Cruze is holding out for the all-new one unveiled recently. And imo, the rear looks more Chrysler Sebring than Camaro.
Dun like front view
please consider to bring in diesel one along the euro5 diesel availability in Malaysia
or the 1.4 turbocharged. with 7 speed DSG. oh, dont bother- the 6 speed auto tranny will do. but paddle shift will be a nice offering though.
and pls oh pls… Kia selling its fabulous looking Cerato at a cheaper price. with 6 airbags as well. for Cruze to sell well, it needs to be priced around the same mark.
tis car still EXIST???
horrendous design
chevrolet is hardly a popular choice in Malaysia – hardly shifting 1,000 units every year (dont know whether they make money or not here in malaysia) but the truth fact is – General Motors is actually the 3rd largest world manufacturer with almost 10 million unit cars produced worldwide last year.
other than chevrolet (which has 22 models across its line-up), GM also has Opel & vauxhall badge under its wings alongside Holden, Buick, GMC.. i think.
i just wonder how many years it will take Naza to record good sales for Chevy.
The Cruze still looks Terrific! Great Value.
sometimes i really wonder if GM is really seriously trying to make Chevrolet a very popular brand in this region. i mean their marketing and product strategies are confusing and half-hearted at best.
Started quite well with Drb times but when relinquished the dealership disaster came with the fire sale and no support for a certain period.. That destroyed the name. Furthermore Naza is doing nothing at all to promote. Maybe only hoping bumblebee to promote the brand name. Imagine u can see more expensive c segment running around or an A class running around the road. This Cruze is a failure in Malaysia .