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Chevrolet Introduces The "Cruze" Compact Lifestyle Vehicle at the Tokyo Motor Show 2001, Jointly Developed By GM, Suzuki

"Cruze"

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Tokyo - General Motors Japan Limited (GM Japan) and Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki) announced today that they will market the Chevrolet Cruze, a jointly developed compact lifestyle vehicle, beginning November 1 through GM Japan’s GM AutoWorld sales channel and Suzuki’s ARENA sales channel.

The Chevrolet Cruze will be marketed exclusively under the Chevrolet nameplate. The new Chevrolet Cruze is the result of close collaboration between GM and Suzuki. Suzuki provided its expertise in the development of compact cars for consumers in Asia. GM contributed specific Chevrolet design cues and driving characteristics, which inspire an active lifestyle.

The Chevrolet Cruze will be manufactured at Suzuki’s Kosai Plant near Hamamatsu in Shizuoka Prefecture. GM AutoWorld and Suzuki’s ARENA will sell 1.5-liter and 1.3-liter models in different trim options, respectively. Consumers will be able to select from an array of exterior colors and interior trim colors.

To offer a sporty, comfortable performance that can accommodate a wide range of driving styles, the Chevrolet Cruze has 15-inch wheels, 195 mm of ground clearance and a specially GM-tuned suspension. Smooth acceleration, quietness and superb handling are further enhanced by the spacious interior.

Vehicle Highlights:

A GM and Suzuki Jointly Developed Vehicle

The Cruze features Chevrolet’s innovative, distinctive design characteristics. It is built on Suzukis proven small car platform, which offers a high-quality ride, comfort and safety. The result is a superb driving performance.

A Quiet, Comfortable Interior with Ample Space

The Cruze achieves a high level of interior comfort with an array of new innovations, including an exceptionally quiet, low-vibration engine, a fresh new body design and newly developed, fatigue-free seats.

Advanced 4WD System and "EMCD"

The Cruze offers a new Active 4WD system, which features a wide track and 15-inch wheels to handle a variety of driving conditions. It also offers an Electro Magnetic Control Device (EMCD) which is an electronically controlled coupling system.

(October 22, 2001)

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