Chevrolet Cruze towing capacity by year
The Chevrolet Cruze has tow data across 8 model years, from 2011 through 2018. The most recent 2018 Chevrolet Cruze carries a maximum tow rating of 1,000 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Chevrolet Cruze page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Chevrolet Cruze max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Chevrolet Cruze, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Chevrolet Cruze years (2014–2018)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chevrolet Cruze | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2017 Chevrolet Cruze | 4 | 1,000 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | 8 | 1,000 |
| 2015 Chevrolet Cruze | 5 | 1,000 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Cruze | 5 | 1,000 |
Older Chevrolet Cruze years (2011–2013)
Earlier model years for the Chevrolet Cruze, going back to 2011. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 3 | 1,000 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 4 | 1,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.