MELBOURNE: Holden will add a highly specified CDX diesel variant to its popular Holden Cruze range.
A CDX diesel in manual and automatic transmissions will join the CD diesel, CD and CDX petrol models already on sale.
Holden�s Executive Director Sales and Marketing, John Elsworth, said the new diesel variant was responding to positive feedback and customer demand.
�Since we launched in June, Cruze has really struck a chord with motorists, selling over 6,144 units to date and market feedback has been overwhelmingly positive,� Mr Elsworth said.
�Cruze has shot straight into the top 10 of Australia�s best selling cars � we�re delighted with the reception it�s getting in the marketplace.
�Cruze offers outstanding value for money and we�re seeing many customers opting to buy the higher specified model with the petrol powertrain.
�Diesel is proving a popular alternative so it made sense to introduce a new model that offers the best of both worlds.
�The high level of features offered on the CDX combined with the performance and fuel efficiency of the diesel makes it a smart choice.
�We�ve been listening to what our customers have been asking for and this is our response.�
The Cruze range combines five-star ANCAP safety with exceptional ride and handling, fuel efficiency and stylish design.
Cruze CDX diesel will offer the same specification as the petrol variant with the addition of a tyre inflator kit. A spare wheel will be available as a no cost option as per CD diesel models.
Features include
# Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
# Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
# Six airbags
# 17 inch alloy wheels (4)
# Cruise control
# Leather steering wheel
# Leather appointed seats with heated front seats
# Rear parking sensors
# Steering wheel audio and cruise controls
# Trip computer
# Power windows, front and rear
# Automatic headlamps Fuel Economy
Official combined fuel economy figures (ADR81/02) for the new models are as follows:
# CDX Diesel (manual) 5.7l/100km
# CDX Diesel (auto) 6.9l/100km
Pricing
The Recommended Retail Prices (not including dealer delivery or Government charges) for the two new variants are as follows:
# Cruze CDX Diesel (manual) RRP $27,990
# Cruze CDX Diesel (auto) RRP $29,990
The new Cruze CDX diesel model will be on Australian roads in early 2010.
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