2016 Chevrolet Traverse SUV

2016 Traverse

Overview
Exterior
Interior
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Competition

$28,700 MSRP From
17.5 mpg AVG, Comb.
8 Max. Occupancy
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Chevrolet Traverse is a seven to eight-seat large-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 3.6L V-6 engine that produces 281 to 288 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $3,150 to $3,350, which over the course of five years will cost you $6,250 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.

2016 Chevrolet Traverse LS

2016 Chevrolet Traverse LT

2016 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: -
Width W/O Mirrors: 78.5 in
Length: 203.7 in
Height: 69.9 in
Wheelbase: 118.9 in

2016 Traverse has a relatively long wheelbase ( 118.9 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4713 - 4956 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.3 inHip Room: 58.0 inHead Room: 40.4 inShoulder Room: 61.5 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 36.8 inHip Room: 57.8 inHead Room: 39.4 inShoulder Room: 61.0 in

Cargo Volume Behind Second Row Seats

70.3 ft³

2016 Traverse seats from seven to eight adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Traverse ia a class-leader on only one measurement - hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is the largest among its peers with 70.3 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2016 Traverse LS Base	2016 Traverse LS	2016 Traverse LT w/1LT	2016 Traverse LT w/2LT	2016 Traverse LTZ
Configuration	3.6 L, Auto, FWD	3.6 L, Auto, FWD 3.6 L, Auto, AWD	3.6 L, Auto, FWD 3.6 L, Auto, AWD	3.6 L, Auto, FWD 3.6 L, Auto, AWD	3.6 L, Auto, FWD 3.6 L, Auto, AWD
Starging MSRP	$28,700	$31,205	$33,205	$34,005	$36,005	$36,505	$38,505	$42,145	$44,145
Engine	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6	3.6L V-6
HP	281 hp	281 hp	281 hp	281 hp	281 hp	281 hp	281 hp	288 hp	288 hp
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
City	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG	15 MPG
Highway	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG	22 MPG
Combined	18 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost	$3,150	$3,150	$3,350	$3,150	$3,350	$3,150	$3,350	$3,150	$3,350

2016 Traverse SUV comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $1,318 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Traverse

Safety

2016 Chevrolet Traverse Front Crash Test

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Front Crash Rating

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Side Crash Rating

2016 Chevrolet Traverse Side Pole Crash Test

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Side Pole Crash Rating

Complaints: 169
Recalls: 5

2016 Traverse SUV has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed one hundred and sixty-nine complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also five recalls issued by Chevrolet, which by itself is a relatively low number.