What are the cabin dimensions of a Chevy Cruze?
The interior measurements of a Chevy Cruze vary by generation, body style, and trim. For most buyers, the sedan version offers comfortable front seating with solid rear space, and a compact trunk. Hatchback variants (where offered) provide similar seating but significantly more cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded. Below are typical figures drawn from common U.S.-market Cruze configurations, with notes on year-to-year variation and alternative body styles.
Sedan interior dimensions
These figures reflect the Cruze sedan common in the United States from model years around 2011–2016. Exact numbers can shift by trim level, optional equipment, and year.
- Front headroom: approximately 39.5–41.0 inches
- Front legroom: approximately 41.9–42.0 inches
- Rear legroom: approximately 35.6–35.9 inches
- Front shoulder room: approximately 54.6–54.9 inches
- Rear shoulder room: approximately 53.0–54.0 inches
- Cargo capacity (trunk): 13.0 cubic feet
- Passenger volume: about 92–93 cubic feet
These sedan figures illustrate a balanced layout typical of compact sedans, offering ample front comfort and a reasonable rear area for two adults on longer trips, with a modest trunk for daily use.
Notes on sedan variation
Interior dimensions can vary by model year, trim, and optional equipment. For precise figures, verify the exact spec sheet for your specific Cruze configuration.
Hatchback interior dimensions
Hatchback versions—where available in various markets and model years—tibrate toward similar front seating space but larger cargo capability behind the rear seats. The numbers below reflect typical hatch configurations from the same era as the sedan.
- Front headroom: approximately 39.5–40.5 inches
- Front legroom: approximately 41.5–42.0 inches
- Rear legroom: approximately 34.5–35.0 inches
- Rear headroom: approximately 37.0–38.0 inches
- Front shoulder room: approximately 53.9–54.5 inches
- Rear shoulder room: approximately 52.0–54.0 inches
- Cargo behind rear seats: about 18–19 cubic feet
- Maximum cargo with rear seats folded: about 43 cubic feet
- Passenger volume: about 92–93 cubic feet
Hatchback interiors typically emphasize cargo versatility, offering more usable space when rear seats are folded, at the expense of a bit of rear headroom compared with the sedan in some trims.
Notes on hatchback variation
As with sedans, hatchback figures depend on the precise year, market, and trim. Always check the official Chevrolet spec sheet for the exact configuration you’re considering.
How to verify exact figures for your Cruze
To ensure you have the precise numbers for a specific car, follow these steps:
- Identify the exact model year and trim level of the Cruze you’re evaluating.
- Look up the official GM/Chevrolet spec sheet for that configuration (often available on Chevrolet’s website or through a dealer).
- Consult the vehicle’s window sticker (Monroney) or the owner’s manual, which may list interior dimensions.
- Compare with dealer-supplied build sheets if you’re evaluating a used car, as options can alter interior space slightly.
Having the precise numbers for your exact car helps you assess seating comfort and cargo needs, especially for families, travelers, or daily use with gear.
Summary
In general, the Chevy Cruze offers about 39.5–41 inches of front headroom, roughly 42 inches of front legroom, and 53–55 inches of shoulder room in the sedan, with rear seating space around mid-30s inches for legroom. Trunk space sits near 13 cubic feet. Hatchback variants provide similar front seating but significantly more cargo capacity behind the rear seats (and up to about 43 cubic feet with the rear seats folded). For precise numbers, always check the specific model year and trim’s official Chevrolet spec sheet.
