Chevrolet Trax is a five-seat compact vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2015 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 138 horsepower. Chevrolet Trax has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2015 Trax has a relatively short wheelbase ( 100.6 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2805 - 3208 lbs.
2015 Trax seats five 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, Trax falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room.
Trim | 2015 Trax LS Fleet | 2015 Trax LS | 2015 Trax LT | 2015 Trax LTZ |
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Starging MSRP | $20,040 | $20,120 | $22,445 | $25,030 |
Engine | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo | 1.4L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp | 138 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
Highway | 34 MPG | 34 MPG | 34 MPG | 34 MPG |
Combined | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
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2015 Trax SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $1,101 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, Trax has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 28 mpg.
2015 Trax 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 eighty-five complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also seven recalls issued by Chevrolet, which by itself is a relatively low number.