GM announces micro-car entry for 2009 - just not for the US

[Eric]

Chevrolet announced today that its all-new entry in the compact segment will be called Cruze. The new Chevrolet will make its global debut at the Paris Motor Show in early October.

Cruze was developed by a global design and engineering team and will be built in multiple locations around the world. The Cruze approaches an overall length of 4.6 meters and offers ample interior space and cargo capacity for five passengers, giving it an advantage over competition in the compact segment.

The Cruze features Chevrolet's new global design language that will continue to be a signature element for future vehicles carrying the gold bowtie. Combined with high safety standards and excellent build quality, Chevrolet will again deliver on its promise of offering a very attractive package at an exceptional value.

The new Chevrolet Cruze will be available in European markets in Spring 2009, followed by other global regions.

[misterdecibel]

lol @ "design language"

[Disco Man]

Here's a picture of the 2009 Chevy Cruze, it's just the modern day Chevy Sprint:

[chiph]

Needs better looking wheels.

But otherwise, not totally ugly for a small people-mover.

Chip H.

[Disco Man]

Chip,

You're right it's not bad looking for a little car.

I think Mini-Me would like it:

[Ken]

Needs better looking wheels.

But otherwise, not totally ugly for a small people-mover.

Chip H.

I guess one just wears one on each foot then.

Ken.

[chiph]

Needs better looking wheels.

But otherwise, not totally ugly for a small people-mover.

Chip H.

I guess one just wears one on each foot then.

Ken.

Sorry - I don't understand.

Chip H.

[Ken]

Needs better looking wheels.

But otherwise, not totally ugly for a small people-mover.

Chip H.

I guess one just wears one on each foot then.

Ken.

Sorry - I don't understand.

Chip H.

Think roller skates, Chip.

Ken.

[Dave Brand]

The Cruze features Chevrolet's new global design language that will continue to be a signature element for future vehicles carrying the gold bowtie.

PR-speak for bland, nondescript, unadventurous...