Chevrolet Cruze vs Nissan Altima
The Chevrolet Cruze is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Nissan Altima. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Cruze | Nissan Altima | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,106 | 1,397 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Lighting |
| Crashes and fires | 115 and 31 | 74 and 11 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 54,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 10 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 44 | 27 and 37 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,000 | $2,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,106 complaints for the Chevrolet Cruze and 1,397 for the Nissan Altima. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Cruze, 5 stars for the Nissan Altima.
Safety recalls on file: 10 for the Chevrolet Cruze, 8 for the Nissan Altima.