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USED CAR
VERDICTSCR.ORG/CARS NEW CARS 89Chevrolet Trax
This bite-sized crossover, essentially a stripped-down Buick Encore,
is an ambitiously priced budget model. Available in front- or all-
wheel drive, the Trax has a 1.4-liter, turbo four-cylinder engine
and six-speed automatic transmission, a combination that didn’t
deliver either impressive performance or particularly frugal fuel
economy. The cabin is narrow, cramped, and basic overall, with
just a few niceties. The pronounced engine noise and stiff ride don’t
add to the experience, nor does the occasionally bumpy shifts from
the transmission. The Trax features the next-generation versions
of OnStar and MyLink infotainment systems. At $26,000-plus, our
Trax LT AWD tested car cost as much as larger, more substantial
compact SUVs.Overall Score 43
Predicted Reliability 20
Owner Satisfaction 20
Road-Test Score 55
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.Base Price: $21,300-$29,100
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: LS, LT, Premier
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 1.4-liter 4 turbo (138 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 167
Width (in.) ......................70
Height (in.) ..................... 66
Wheelbase (in.) .................101
Weight (lb.) ..................3,255
% weight front/rear ...........61/39Max. Load (lb.) ................ 945
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. .26
Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NRRegular
CR overall mpg ..................2516 17 18(^0505)
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Chevrolet Traverse
The Traverse has a quiet interior, a very comfortable ride, and
responsive handling, making it a viable alternative to full-sized
SUVs, such as the Suburban. It’s also a competent challenger to
established three-row SUVs. The 3.6-liter V6 engine supplies quick
acceleration and gets 20 mpg overall. Front- and second-row cap-
tain’s seats are comfortable, and the third row is roomy. An eight-
passenger configuration is available on lower trims. We like the
intuitive infotainment system. The manual sunroof shades are out
of place in the $50,000 Premier trim. Forward collision warning
and automatic emergency braking are available, as is a system that
monitors teen drivers and a rear-seat reminder designed to prevent
a small child from being left unattended.
Overall Score 65
Predicted Reliability 01
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 95
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.
Base Price: $29,800-$53,200
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: High Country, L, LS, LT,
Premier, RS
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear, 3 third
Engines: 3.6-liter V6 (310 hp)
Transmissions: 9-speed automatic
Length (in.).................... 204
Width (in.) ......................79
Height (in.) ......................71
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 121
Weight (lb.) ..................4,695
% weight front/rear ...........57/43
Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,450
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 54.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........5,000
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CR overall mpg ..................20
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