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I drove a MY12 SRiV from Melb to Adel and loved it but thought the same thing the power, Cant wait to go for a test drive in the new 1.6. Also the other day the SRiV now get the new radio and sat nav standard for 28k which I thought was a good price for whats included in top of the range sports model. and thank goodness it gets 18's with the bridgestone.
Hi
Didn't want to start a new thread and wanted to keep it under the cruze thread also. My wife has a SRI hatch built Nov 2011. Has the 17x7 inch rims. The new cruze sriv has 18x8 inch rims. Is anyone aware whether these rims will fit the older model. I've noticed the offset is a little diffrent but not sure if that has to do with being an 8 inch rather than a 7 inch rim.
Thanks
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Wednesday, 10 July 2013
GM Holden has added a number of new infotainment features for no extra cost to its Australian-made Cruze small sedan and hatch line-up.
Facing continued showroom pressure from newer rivals in the Toyota Corolla, Nissan Pulsar, Hyundai i30 and Volkswagen Golf, all Cruze models (but not the Korean-sourced Cruze wagon) now come with enhanced voice control and text to voice functionality via Siri Eyes-Free Integration.
In addition, the range-topping Cruze SRi-V scores satellite-navigation at no extra cost, while new MY2015 exterior paint colours include Regal Peacock, Fantale and Prussian Steel.
If those colour schemes sound familiar, it’s because they’re from the newly launched VF Commodore line-up, whose MyLink multimedia system was also developed in conjunction with the Cruze SRiV’s new sat-nav system.
Now in production, the latter features a push-to-talk button on the steering wheel, split-screen and 3D map views, speed limit information and points of interest.
Also like the Commodore’s system, the Cruze’s voice activation function has been adapted to recognise an Australian accent, enabling compatible iPhone owners to perform a number of functions hands-free.
Like VF Commodore owners, Holden Cruze drivers can select a music track, switch between embedded apps, listen and (with a compatible iPhone) reply to text messages, dial a contact or -- via iPhone -- instruct Siri to perform a range of tasks in eyes-free mode, such as have their text messages read out to them while driving.
“We’ve been overwhelmed with the response to the engineering and technology updates we made to the Holden Cruze, since we launched it in March this year,” said GM Holden Executive Director, Sales and Marketing, Philip Brook.
“At the time of launch we promised we would add navigation back to the range-topping SRi-V model as soon as we were able. The system has been introduced to VF Commodore which enables us to put it into production for Cruze as well.
“Through the development of the MyLink system in VF Commodore, we’re also able to add Australian-tuned voice recognition across the entire line up, adding world-class voice control functionality to the already-impressive MyLink in-car entertainment system.”
First introduced in the Barina CDX earlier this year, Siri Eyes-Free is now offered as standard across all locally manufactured Holden cars and will be introduced on more Holden vehicles in coming months.
Holden MyLink, meantime, is now available on the new Holden VF Commodore, MY14 Cruze, Malibu and Barina CDX and will become available across a range of Holden cars in coming months.
Cruze pricing remains unchanged from March 8, when Holden announced price cuts of up to $3500 <<<<<< http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2013...es-early-35478 >>>>> for the MY14 model.
MY14 Cruze sedan and hatch pricing (plus ORCs):
Equipe 1.8 -- $19,490
Equipe 1.8 (a) -- $21,690
Equipe 1.4 (a) -- $23,190
Equipe 2.0L (a) -- $25,690
CDX 1.8L (a) -- $24,190
CDX 2.0L (a) -- $28,190
SRi 1.6 -- $22,490 (hatch only)
SRi 1.6 (a) -- $24,690 (hatch only)
SRi-V 1.6 -- $26,490 (hatch only)
SRi-V 1.6 (a) -- $28,690 (hatch only)
http://www.carsales.com.au/news/2013...en-cruze-37605
Ok thanks fellas :cheers:
Shame I couldn't have held out with my SRi-V, would have liked the satnav. Not to worry, enjoying it very much, the 1.6T has got some go and the car is a joy to drive.
Is that right, ie no more SRi/SRiV sedans? Seems odd, I see more of them than I do hatches on any given day (not that I care overly, Mrs wants a hatchback...)Quote:
Originally Posted by Troutman
They've got it wrong, the SRi and SRiV are available in both Sedan and Hatch. The CDX is available in Sedan only. Can't trust a motoring mag to get it right.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marco
Just bought the wife a MY14 SRI 1.6t. Quite impressed and very happy with the purchase. Just loves twisty roads and handles like a treat.
Seats definitely more comfy than the VE SS.. And plenty of room for tall driver.
Can I ask what you paid? PM me if you prefer.
No problem Marco. 25890 on road with 5 year warranty and roadside assist.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marco
Its an auto by the way.
That's very good buying. Holden's website reckons RRP in the ACT for a manual SRi hatch is about $26400 so it sounds like dealers are willing to play ball if you got an auto for less. Hopefully our Vectra trade in isn't completely worthless...
Yes I thought so Marco. It was a May build and reading some people were having trouble getting them it was a surprise. Also and being in June maybe a end of financial thing. We're happy campers anyway.
Looks like GM has made a decision to delay the next Cruze by about a year, pushing it out to late 2015. Could be interesting here in 2016 if Holden has to put a new Cruze and a new Commodore/Commodore replacement into production at about the same time.
http://www.themotorreport.com.au/569...delayed-report
Had my first flat tyre yesterday. A few things I came across that bugged me (probably to do with the mood I was in at finding a flat after work), I had no way of getting the plugs off the wheel nuts without marking the rims (18" obn the SRi-V). The jack, while nicely placed in a foam carrier so it doesn't rattle around, is extended, so you have to wind it down before you can use it (no big deal, just seems silly). The alloy just fits in the wheel space in the boot, but sits higher so the boot floor doesn't sit flat.
Another thing I found, even though the brochure says the tyre sealant and inflation kit is standard, I can't find one anywhere. Does anyone have one? Where is it stored?
Otherwise, after 5000k's I'm extremely happy with the car. Averaging 700k's to a tank at around 7.6L/100km, and it seems to be gradually improving. Looks like the stickered 7.4 for the 1.6T manual could be achievable. See how it goes in summer when the AC is going non stop........
Tyre and inflator kit is fitted in the well when an actual wheel isn't fitted. The higher floor is required (using spacer blocks under the carpet and board) when an alloy or steel spare is fitted as only a cheese cutter would fit otherwise.Quote:
Originally Posted by Waughy
Re the nut cover removal issue, you could perhaps keep a 92112267 plastic nut removal tool in there. About $4.50. These Cruzes use the same nut covers as some VY and VZ models- which used this tool.