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Chevrolet Cruze vs Ford Focus

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2019 Chevrolet Cruze

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2018 Ford Focus

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Overview

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
Selected trimLS
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192018

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
MSRP$17,995$17,950 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,797$6,423 (best)
Median listing price$7,589 (best)$8,860
Highest listing price$8,380 (best)$15,717
For sale now25 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)25 MPG
Highway MPG38 MPG (best)34 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal (best)12.4 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
Horsepower153 hp160 hp (best)
Torque177 lb-ft (best)146 lb-ft
Engine size1.4 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.8 cu ft (best)13.2 cu ft
Curb weight2,870 lbs (best)2,928 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)104.3 in
Length183.7 in (best)178.7 in
Width70.5 in71.8 in (best)
Height57.4 in57.8 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet CruzeLFord FocusS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)2 (best)7

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet CruzeFord Focus
1

L

$17,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$19,120 MSRP

SE

$19,245 MSRP

3

LS

$19,620 MSRP

SE

$20,540 MSRP

4

LT

$21,720 MSRP

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

5

LT

$22,120 MSRP

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

6

LT

$25,620 MSRP

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

7

LT

$26,120 MSRP

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

8

Premier

$23,520 MSRP

ST

$25,170 MSRP

9

Premier

$24,020 MSRP

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

10—

RS

$41,120 MSRP

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Chevrolet Cruze vs Ford Focus FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2018 Ford Focus on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Chevrolet Cruze listings start at $6,797. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Chevrolet Cruze or 2018 Ford Focus?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2018 Ford Focus?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Cruze (5/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall).