Sell your 2018 Chevrolet Cruze for cash

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car that came with a choice of 1.4L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl engines. Even at 8 years old, a damaged or broken-down one still has real value for its parts. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2018 Chevrolet Cruze at a glance

Body styleCompact Cars, Midsize Cars
Engines1.4L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6), Manual 6-spd, Automatic 9-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Diesel
Fuel economy27–31 city / 37–52 highway / 31–37 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,050–$2,750 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂267–291 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score7–8 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score7–8 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)2,904 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating3,814–4,165 lb
Versions tested by EPA10 configurations: Cruze, Cruze Premier, Cruze Hatchback, Cruze Premier Hatchback
Age8 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 8 years old, a 2018 Cruze is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2018 Cruze weighed 2,904 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Cruze. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 13,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2018 Chevrolet Cruze recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Power TrainOct 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V668000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may…

Risk: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increas

Service Brakes, HydraulicAug 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V576000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets…

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Fuel System, GasolineMay 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V304000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…

Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Common 2018 Cruze problems

Owners have filed 109 complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze with NHTSA. 17 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 7 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine27
  • Unknown or Other24
  • Power Train23
  • Electrical System14
  • Service Brakes12
  • Steering9

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine13,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other18,000 mi
  • Power Train53,000 mi
  • Electrical System40,000 mi
  • Service Brakes29,000 mi
  • Steering36,000 mi

2018 Chevrolet Cruze crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
5 Hb, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★☆10.7%
4 Dr, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★☆10.7%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 991 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

1 of them is a warranty extension. Warranty extensions mean the manufacturer agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the normal warranty. They rarely still apply to a car this age, but they point to known weak spots.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment156
  • Electrical System104
  • Engine and Engine Cooling94
  • Equipment77
  • Engine75
  • Unknown or Other63

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · PIT5099J

    PI to help diagnose A/C concern

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Chevrolet Cruze years

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Selling a 2018 Cruze: questions

How much is a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2018 Cruze that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2018 Cruzes that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2018 Cruze with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2018 Cruze?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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