Chevrolet Cruze Says Goodbye to the Brazilian Market After Decades of Success, With Production of Its Hatch and Sedan Versions Expected to End This Year.
Chevrolet, recognized as one of the largest automakers in the world, is in the spotlight with surprising news: the discontinuation of the Chevrolet Cruze, a beloved model in Brazil. After two decades of success in the national market, Chevrolet’s car says goodbye, marking the end of an era for the manufacturer and its Brazilian consumers.
Chevrolet Cruze Is Discontinued in Both of Its Versions
According to data from the Auto Esporte portal, among the automaker’s cars that will say goodbye this year in 2023, the Chevrolet Cruze is one of them.
According to information released by the site, the cleanup in the automaker’s lineup will also end the duo Cruze Hatch and Sedan, which will stop being produced in Argentina later this year. Thus, with the end, it completely concludes the participation of the American manufacturer in the midsize segment.
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For those who are unaware, for over 5 years, the Rosario factory has been the only one in the world still manufacturing this Chevrolet car. Therefore, the Chevrolet Cruze began production in the neighboring country in 2016 and underwent a redesign three years later.
Currently, the Chevrolet Cruze Sedan is offered in four versions and prices starting at R$ 149,390 and the hatch has a single configuration, RS, starting at R$ 168,990. In both cases, the engine is a 1.4 turbo with 153 horsepower and the six-speed automatic transmission. Now, of course, with the end of this Chevrolet car, a long tradition that Chevrolet developed in the midsize sedan and hatch segments in the national market comes to an end.
Discover the History of the Chevrolet Cruze
Since its launch in 2008, the Chevrolet Cruze has become an iconic car known for its quality, comfort, and technology. With its fascinating trajectory, the Chevrolet car won the hearts of drivers worldwide and became one of the automaker’s most popular models. It was launched as part of Chevrolet’s global strategy to align its products across different markets. The design of the Cruze was inspired by the Chevrolet Tru 140S concept showcased at the Detroit Auto Show in 2007.
The model replaced the old Vectra, which had been in the national market for over a decade. Its name was chosen to evoke the idea of crossing borders and exploring new horizons. The first generation had a more robust and imposing design, with large wheels and a striking front grille.
Chevrolet Revives Great Classics
While discontinuing the Chevrolet Cruze in the Brazilian market, Chevrolet is bringing back a classic to the Asian market. This is the classic Monza, which, converted to our currency, is priced to be sold for around 61,800 yuan, which translates to about R$ 43,000.
Visually, the model is very similar to the Onix in its rear and side profile. However, its front grille, which resembles an “X” and aligns with the headlights, references the design of the new Blazer and the Seeker coupe SUV, both also produced in China.
The LED headlights of the new Monza resemble those of the Cruze sedan. In terms of dimensions, the new Monza’s length is nearly equal to that of the Cruze, at 4.66 meters. However, it has a slightly shorter wheelbase, measuring 2.64 meters compared to the 2.70 meters of the midsize sedan sold here.



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