^{_{The Australian debut of the all-new Holden Cruze headlines Holden’s presence at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show.}}

^{_{The stunning new small car range will be among no fewer than 25 vehicles on the stand, representing Holden’s broad vehicle offering covering a range of segments, prices and alternative fuel solutions.}}

^{_{GM Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Mark Reuss said the motor show stand highlighted how Holden was moving with the changing needs and desires of motorists.}}

^{_{"This show is about more than cars; it’s about responding to change and offering realistic, high value solutions for Australian car buyers,” Reuss said.}}

^{_{“We understand these tough market conditions call for an innovative approach to diversifying our product range.}}

^{_{“ Cruze is among the products on our stand which highlight the product diversity and quality of Australia’s own car company.”}}

^{_{Cruze will enter Australia’s small car segment when it goes on sale in the second quarter of 2009, offering motorists space, safety, value and large car comfort.}}

^{_{Powered by a 1.8 litre 4 cylinder petrol or optional 2.0 litre turbo charged diesel, Cruze will offer the choice of a five speed manual transmission or six speed automatic transmission with Active Select.}}

^{_{With a sporty design, exceptional fit and finish and one of the most advanced interiors in the small car market, Cruze will set the benchmark for Holden’s future small car strategy.}}