2011 Chevrolet Cruze @ $17,005
Standard Equipment
Standard features include:
136 hp 1.8L ECOTEC® I-4 engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
16" steel wheels with painted silver wheel covers
6-speed manual transmission
StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system
4-wheel ABS with traction control
10 air bags
Power windows and door locks
Remote keyless entry system
Front MacPherson strut/rear Z-link design rear suspension
Manual folding exterior mirrors
Driver Information Centre
Tilt and telescoping steering column
Manual 6-way premium cloth reclining front bucket seats
60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks
6-speaker sound system
AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 playback and auxiliary audio input jack and single line display
GM Oil Life Monitoring System
(optional) TPMS system
2011 Toyota Corolla w/ enhanced conveniance package @ $23,122
(optional for comparing)
Air Conditioning
Power Windows with Driver Side Auto Down
Cruise Control
Keyless Entry
Colour Keyed Door Handles
Power Door Locks
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Standard Features
1.8l VVTi 132hp
Traction Control
Brake Assist
ABS
Six Airbags
60/40 folding rear seats
Tilt & Telescoping steering wheel
AM/FM Stereo Compact Disc, MP3/WMA Audio Capability, Audio Auxiliary Input Jack, Title Display, Digital Signal Processor (DSP), 4 Speakers, Glass Imprinted Antenna
I went on the GM site an "built" the cheapest possible Cruze model with only TPMS as an option. I then went onto Toyota's site and built a Corolla with similar options
Yes, I left out some standard equipment because I dont think a speedometer is an option or a windshield...