Negotiating leverage
43
moderate leverage / 100
~57 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$8,455
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$2,900$15,266
- Typical market range
- $6,995–$10,586
- Ridekick fair price
- $8,455
- Original MSRP range
- $19,120–$23,120
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
57
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$17,590–$18,355
Estimated dealer invoice — about $19,120 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS | $7,736 | $19,120 | $17,590–$18,355 |
| Premier | $8,355 | $23,120 | $21,270–$22,195 |
| LT | $8,474 | $21,120 | $19,430–$20,275 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$6,505$15,428$24,351
Fair priceLS
$7,736
LS: fair price $7,736, original MSRP $19,120, estimated dealer cost $17,590 to $18,355.
Premier
$8,355
Premier: fair price $8,355, original MSRP $23,120, estimated dealer cost $21,270 to $22,195.
LT
$8,474
LT: fair price $8,474, original MSRP $21,120, estimated dealer cost $19,430 to $20,275.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze runs about $9,173 in MT to $10,476 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $642 | $110+ | $9,614 |
| TX | $554 | $332 | $9,748 |
| FL | $532 | $1,074+ | $10,468 |
| NY | $354 | $371 | $9,587 |
| PA | $532 | $587 | $9,981 |
| IL | $554 | $683 | $10,099 |
| OH | $510 | $444 | $9,816 |
| GA | $620 | $637 | $10,119 |
| NC | $266 | $793 | $9,921 |
| WA | $576 | $215+ | $9,653 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $9,387 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
30
MPG city
40
MPG highway
34
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2016 Chevrolet Cruze configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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 Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18159.
Campaign 18V304000 · 10/05/2018
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any with seat-back frames that are incorrectly welded, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.
Campaign 17V057000 · 26/01/2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cruze vehicles manufactured November 5, 2015, to May 26, 2016. The headlight assemblies are not marked with a three-digit identifier code used to properly aim the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Remedy: GM will mail owners instructions and adhesive labels, with the correct code, to install on their headlight assemblies. Owners may also bring the vehicle to a GM dealership for any assistance with applying the label, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 50190.
Campaign 16V498000 · 01/07/2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
Campaign 16V502000 · 05/07/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $8,455, within a typical market range of $6,995 to $10,586.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,120, so a fair used price is roughly $10,665 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $9,173 in MT to $10,476 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
There are about 57 days of national market supply for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
Negotiating leverage rates 43/100 (moderate). ~57 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $17,590–$18,355 — its $19,120 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.