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Holden Cruze 2013
This is what David Morley liked most about this particular version of the Holden Cruze: Handling and ride combo., Decent interior and luggage space., Turbo petrol motors are charmers.
The 2013 Holden Cruze carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Holden Cruze is also known as the Daewoo Lacetti Premiere in markets outside Australia.
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Holden Cruze 2013 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Cruze 2013 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Does my 2013 Holden Cruze have a transmission control unit issue?
Yes, it could be something to do with the way the transmission is behaving. But it could also very easily be any one of a hundred other things. A faulty transmission can cause a car to surge while stopped, but so can a fault with the fuel, ignition and any number other systems found on a modern car.
But work backwards for a moment. Did this new problem occur immediately after the plugs and coil-packs were changed? Or was there a full week of normal driving before the new problem set in? I’d be checking the connections on those new plugs and coils and making sure that nothing has been left loose. A poor earth connection can be the source of many problems that seem like something else initially. From there, I think an electronic scan is probably the best advice as this will help pin-point what’s going wrong. The car’s own computer should have a very good idea of what’s amiss and can alert you to it quickly.
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Holden Cruze 2013 or 2010: Are they worth buying?
The big difference between the two Cruzes you’ve nominated is that the earlier car was built in South Korea while, from 2011 on, production moved to Holden’s Australian production facility in Adelaide where it was built alongside the Commodore. There’s a school of thought that suggests the locally-made versions would be of better build quality than the Daewoo-made version, but in reality, there’s not much in it.
That said, we’d go for the later, Australian-made car, as these had a much better range of engines from which to choose. Specifically, the locally-made Cruze could be had with a 1.4 or 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine either of which was smooth and pretty zingy. Or, you could opt for the two-litre turbo-diesel or the non-turbo 1.8-litre petrol as seen in the early, imported Cruze.
The diesel is very frugal and offers a relaxed driving experience, but the two turbo-petrol engines are the pick of the crop for smoothness and performance. The one to avoid? The non-turbo 1.8. It was breathless, noisy and generally unpleasant.
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Holden Cruze 2013: Are manuals reliable?
If you’re happy to drive a manual you should be fine, but if you’d rather be driving an automatic look at something else. Perhaps a Toyota Corolla or Mazda 3.
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I missed my car's service
If you missed the recommended service interval by 15,000 km – that’s like missing a whole service – then I don’t think you have any grounds on which to make a claim. The only thing you can do is to repair the engine.
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Holden Cruze 2013 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2013 Holden Cruze will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Holden Cruze vary from 16x6.5 inches to 18x8 inches.
Holden Cruze Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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Equipe | Hatchback | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
CD | Hatchback | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
CD Equipe | Hatchback | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
SRI | Hatchback | 225x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | 225x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
Equipe | Sedan | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
CD | Sedan | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
Equipe | Sedan | 215x70 R17 | 17x7 inches | 215x70 R17 | 17x7 inches | |
CD Equipe | Sedan | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
CD | Wagon | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | 205x60 R16 | 16x6.5 inches | |
CDX | Wagon | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches | 215x50 R17 | 17x7 inches |
Holden Cruze 2013 Price and Specs
Pricing guides

Holden Cruze Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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CD | Hatchback | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $7,500 | $11,550 | |
CD | Hatchback | 1.8L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $5,100 | $7,920 | |
CD | Hatchback | 1.4L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $5,400 | $8,360 | |
CD | Hatchback | 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN | $5,800 | $8,910 | |
CD | Sedan | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $6,000 | $9,240 | |
CD | Sedan | 1.4L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $5,400 | $8,360 | |
CD | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $5,100 | $7,920 | |
CD | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN | $4,400 | $7,150 | |
CD | Wagon | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $8,000 | $12,430 | |
CD | Wagon | 1.8L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $7,000 | $10,780 | |
CDX | Wagon | 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO | $9,300 | $13,970 | |
CDX | Wagon | 1.8L ULP 6 SP AUTO | $6,200 | $9,680 |
Holden Cruze 2013 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2013 Holden Cruze is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Cruze currently offers fuel consumption from 6.4 to 7.9L/100km. The Holden Cruze is available with the following fuel types: Diesel and ULP.
Holden Cruze Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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CD | Hatchback | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
CD | Hatchback | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
CD | Sedan | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
CD | Sedan | 1.4L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 6.9L/100km | |
CD | Wagon | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 6.7L/100km | |
CD | Wagon | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 7.4L/100km |
Holden Cruze 2013 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2013 Holden Cruze are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1797mm x 1484mm and can vary on the basis of model.


Holden Cruze Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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Equipe | Hatchback | 1477x1788x4518 mm | 143 mm | |
CD | Hatchback | 1477x1788x4518 mm | 143 mm | |
CD Equipe | Hatchback | 1477x1788x4518 mm | 143 mm | |
SRI | Hatchback | 1477x1788x4542 mm | 143 mm | |
Equipe | Sedan | 1477x1788x4597 mm | 143 mm | |
CD | Sedan | 1477x1788x4597 mm | 143 mm | |
CD Equipe | Sedan | 1477x1788x4597 mm | 143 mm | |
SRI | Sedan | 1477x1788x4597 mm | 143 mm | |
CD | Wagon | 1484x1797x4675 mm | 143 mm | |
CDX | Wagon | 1484x1797x4675 mm | 143 mm |
Holden Cruze 2013 Towing capacity
The Holden Cruze has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Holden Cruze Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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Equipe | Hatchback | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
CD | Hatchback | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
Equipe | Hatchback | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
CD Equipe | Hatchback | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
Equipe | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
CD | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
Equipe | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
CD Equipe | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1200kg | |
CD | Wagon | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
CDX | Wagon | 1.8L,ULP,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
CD | Wagon | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg | |
CDX | Wagon | 2.0L,Diesel,6 SP AUTO | 1200kg |
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