Overview:Ĭhevrolet offers an SUV-heavy lineup with several choices depending on size, price range, and seating capacity. See more 2020 Chevrolet Trax photos here. Powertrain: A 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-four-cylinder with 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque.Ī six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel-drive are standard.Īll-wheel-drive is available. Price Range: From $22,295 to $28,595, including the destination charge, but before options. Vehicle Type: Four-door, five-seat subcompact SUV. Lacks many advanced driver aids, even as options.Extensive list of standard technology features.Overall, the Chevy Trax offers a comfortable ride, controlled handling, and good maneuverability. The 6-speed automatic transmission is geared for city driving which aids fuel economy but the overdrive sixth gear offers an enjoyable cruising experience on the highway. The engine was quiet until we pushed it hard above the 3500 rpm mark where it can get a bit noisy. We took it up into the mountains and pushed the curves and the small crossover offered average handling, yet it remained well-controlled. The Chevy Trax is easy to drive and in the middle of the fun-to-drive meter. It will struggle going uphill with four adults and loaded with gear, however. The 1.4-liter turbocharged engine has enough power for most city dwellers and is adequate for the occasional trip to the mountains on the weekend. It’s small and compact, making it ideal for navigating city side streets, parking lots, and congested highways. 2016 Chevrolet Trax LTZ Driving Dynamicsįor urban commuting, the Trax’s short wheelbase makes it an especially good city runabout. Estimated fuel economy figures are 26/34 city/highway mpg and 29 combined with front-wheel drive. The engine produces 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque. The Chevy Trax is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission. The cabin has a rental car feel with all the hard plastic and not much soft touch material on the surfaces. We couldn’t figure out why Chevy didn’t include a center console which impacts available interior storage.įurthermore, the issue we had with the interior is the substandard quality of the materials. The front passenger seat folds flat for transporting longer items too. The Trax offers 18.7 cubic feet of cargo space in the back, and with the rear seats fold down, it expands to 48.4 cubic feet. Up front, headroom and legroom are plentiful, and while Chevrolet says it seats 5, the rear seat has really only enough room for two adults. There’s plenty of useful interior space and it offers useful utility for transporting sports equipment and hauling extra cargo. It’s easy to see out of the bright, airy windows. We liked the Trax’s taller roof line that offers good visibility in congested city traffic and navigating tight parking spots. Stepping inside, the Trax feels like a larger vehicle. 2016 Chevy Trax LTZ Front Interior Interior Highlights Total MSRP including destination: $26,125. There is the latest technology inside to satisfy a new generation of buyers with Trax’s standard MyLink interface that links with your smartphone. On the technology side, Chevrolet MyLink interface features a 7-inch touchscreen and integrated smartphone apps, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, GM’s OnStar telematics (with 4G WiFi), Siri Eyes Free voice control for iPhones, a USB port, and an auxiliary audio jack. LTZ trim comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, a six-way power driver seat, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leatherette premium vinyl upholstery, heated front seats, and a seven-speaker Bose audio system. The 2016 Chevrolet Trax LTZ FWD ($25,230) comes with lots of standard equipment for the money and includes roof rails, rear privacy glass, remote engine start, heated outside mirrors, and satellite radio. Exterior colors include Crimson Metallic, Sable Metallic, Cyber Gray Metallic, and Champagne Silver Metallic. In its second year of production, the Chevy Trax remains essentially unchanged except for a few new colors. This week we’ll test drove the top of the lineup 2016 Chevrolet Trax LTZ FWD. The Chevy Trax is an affordable city commuter that’s easy to drive, easy to park, and features the latest technology for a new generation. In tight urban areas where size really does matter, a small crossover hatchback can make a lot of sense. Sometimes bigger isn’t always better, and for urban commuters, the Chevy Trax could make perfect sense.
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