Used Chevrolet Cruze for sale in Europe

About the Chevrolet Cruze

The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact family car that sold in Europe as a four-door saloon, a five-door hatchback and a station wagon. It sits in the same class as the Ford Focus and Opel Astra, and it shares much of its engineering with the Opel and Vauxhall range.

It suits buyers who want a roomy, simple car at a modest price. Petrol engines include 1.6 and 1.8 litre units and a 1.4 turbo. Diesels are mainly 2.0 litre, with a 1.7 litre added later. Manual and automatic gearboxes were offered.

Listings from 2009 to 2014 also include cars running on LPG. These are usually petrol cars with an aftermarket gas system fitted, so the conversion needs its own checks.

Generations

• First generation, J300 (2009-2015) — This was the Cruze sold in Europe, launched as a saloon, followed by the hatchback and station wagon, with a mid-life update around 2012.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise fairly steadily with model year. Across all 799 listings the median is €3,800. For 2009 cars the median is €3,000, for 2013 it is €4,100 and for 2014 it is €4,700. Within a single year the spread is wide, because mileage, engine, service history and the country of sale all move the price. Compare cars of the same year and engine rather than relying on one average. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Chevrolet Cruze

Ask for the full service history and look at the car in daylight with a cold engine. Take a test drive that includes a motorway stretch and some stop-start driving.

• Service history and belts

  Ask for proof of regular oil changes and of the timing belt and water pump service on the engine fitted. Missing records on a car of this age are a reason to negotiate or walk away.

• Coolant leaks · Turbo petrol 1.4

  Check the coolant level and look around the thermostat housing and hoses for stains or crusty residue. Cooling system leaks are widely discussed on turbocharged engines, and overheating can cause costly damage.

• Diesel particulate filter and turbo · Diesel

  Ask about DPF warning lights, forced regenerations and turbo replacement. Cars used mainly on short trips tend to clog the filter. Listen for whistling under load and look for smoke on acceleration.

• Gas system paperwork · LPG conversions

  Confirm who fitted the LPG system and ask for the installation and inspection papers. Check that it runs smoothly on both fuels. Ask whether valve and spark plug service has been done, since gas can be harder on engine parts.

• Gearbox behaviour · Automatic

  On an automatic, check that shifts are smooth when cold and warm, with no flare, jerking or delay when selecting drive. On a manual, check the clutch bite point and listen for noise from the flywheel.

• Suspension and brakes

  Listen for knocks over bumps, which can point to worn bushes, drop links or top mounts. Check tyre wear for uneven patterns that suggest alignment problems. Look at the brake discs for heavy lipping or rust.

• Electrics and body

  Test all windows, locks, air conditioning, and the infotainment screen. Check for warning lights that stay on after starting. Look at the wheel arches, sills and boot floor for rust or signs of poor repairs.

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