Chevy Cruze Diesel
It looks like the growing sales of Volkswagen diesels in the US has garnered the attention of US carmakers. General Motors today formally announced the 2013 Chevy Cruze diesel. The 4 cylinder 2-liter VCDi diesel engine generates over 160 horsepower and 265 foot-pounds of torque, which should make it a sporty car to drive. The common-rail fuel system should give impressive fuel economy without sacrificing power.
The most important question we want to ask Chevy is whether they will support biodiesel as a fuel type and what blends will be allowed within warranty specifications. We at NotPetroleum Blog hope for at least B20 support. Some of the newer computerized VW diesels only support B5 which limits the owner’s ability to choose renewable fuels for their TDI.
Here’s to hoping that Chevy’s new global standardization of vehicle platforms will bring more 4 cylinder diesel options to the US market. Maybe this will get Ford’s attention and we’ll see the Ford Focus Diesel here as well!
More information: http://www.automoblog.net/2011/07/25/chevrolet-cruze-to-gain-diesel-power-for-2013/
