Dongfeng Shine 2026 vs Chevrolet Cruze 2026
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Dongfeng Shine — best value, most powerful, longest warranty, biggest boot
The true 5-year cost estimate
Dongfeng Shine 2026 costs about 4,272 SAR less to own over 5 years.
| Dongfeng Shine 2026 | Chevrolet Cruze 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated 5-year total cost | 49,049 SAR (817 SAR per month) | 53,321 SAR (889 SAR per month) |
| Yearly fuel/energy (20,000 km/yr) | 2,169 SAR | 3,633 SAR |
| Yearly comprehensive insurance (range) | 943 SAR – 2,358 SAR | 982 SAR – 2,455 SAR |
| Projected value after 3 years (retention) | 26,409 SAR (56%) | 31,817 SAR (65%) |
All figures are estimates from Beseyat's ownership-cost models and Saudi market parameters (fuel prices, insurance bands, typical depreciation) — actual costs vary by trim, driver and insurer. · Data as of: 2026-07-03
| Beseyat Score /100 | 69 | 57 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & ownership | ||
| Price range | 47,150 SAR – 53,705 SAR | 49,100 SAR |
| Used market price | — | — |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Power | 123 hp | 113 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm | — |
| Battery capacity | — | — |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 13.0 s | — |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Transmission | CVT | Automatic · 6 |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Fuel economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 20.1 km/L | — |
| Tank capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,656 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | 1,798 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,465 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Boot capacity | 480 L | 405 L |
| Weight | 1,232 kg | 1,260 kg |
| Ground clearance | — | — |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 | 4 |
| NCAP rating | — | — |
| ADAS systems | 2
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| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100,000 km |
FAQs about this comparison
Which is cheaper, Dongfeng Shine 2026 or Chevrolet Cruze 2026?
Dongfeng Shine 2026 is cheaper to buy: it starts at 47,150 SAR versus 49,100 SAR for Chevrolet Cruze 2026 — a difference of about 1,950 SAR (list prices; offers vary).
Which costs less in fuel?
At 20,000 km per year, Dongfeng Shine 2026 costs roughly 2,169 SAR a year in fuel/energy versus about 3,633 SAR for Chevrolet Cruze 2026 (estimate at current Saudi prices).
Roughly how much is the insurance premium?
Estimated yearly comprehensive premium: Dongfeng Shine 2026 between 943 SAR and 2,358 SAR, and Chevrolet Cruze 2026 between 982 SAR and 2,455 SAR, depending on driver record and insurer.
Which scores higher on Beseyat?
Dongfeng Shine 2026 scores 69/100 on the Beseyat Score versus 57/100 for Chevrolet Cruze 2026 (data-driven methodology, no paid placement).
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