![]() However, it also averaged 27.7 mpg in about an even mix of city/highway driving, a good showing. Our test Trax averaged about 9.9 seconds in the benchmark 0-60-mph sprint, somewhat on the slow side for the class. Acceleration is adequate but not much more, as 9.9 seconds 0-60 is on the slow side for the class. Furthermore, while the “conventional” 6-speed automatic transmission provides decently quick downshifts when the throttle is stabbed while underway, the turbo engine tends to deliver no power and then - all of a sudden - too much, making it difficult to modulate acceleration in traffic. Furthermore, power delivery isn’t great in a full-throttle launch (which is typical of small turbos), and though it picks up at mid speeds, it tapers off again before reaching highway speeds. Don’t let its “turbo” labeling fool you the 1.4-liter engine provides just 138 horsepower - meager even for the subcompact crossover class - meaning it’s no thoroughbred. But on the positive side, the control layout is about as simple and usable as they come these days, now that “simple” and “usable” are no longer givens. If you want something spiffier, you might consider stepping up to the Trax’s better-dressed (but more expensive) Buick Encore cousin. You have to first flip the seat cushions forward, which can’t be done if the front seats are far back here, they’re at about the mid-way point.Īnd while we’re on the interior, it’s worth mentioning that there’s little in the way of soft surfaces, as even the door armrests are not so much padded as just “flexible” hard plastic. … if you can, in fact, fold the rear seat backs. All roof pillars are somewhat thick - the side and rear ones being the worst - and oddly, the sun visor, when swung to the side, doesn’t extend, thereby leaving about seven inches of the side window uncovered. You also have to fold the rear headrests forward, which - while it adds yet another step to the process - also allows for a clearer view behind when backing, aided further by the standard rearview camera.īut that only partially makes up for what is otherwise not great visibility. We say “if,” because in order to do so, you have to flip the rear seat cushion forward first, and it won’t “flip” if the front seat is pushed far back. Folding the rear seat backs leaves a narrow but spacious cargo hold …Īnd speaking of the front passenger seat, it can be folded forward so that items up to 8-feet long can be carried - if you can get the rear seat backs folded. But the real star is cabin storage, where there are a multitude of handy storage bins, including a large lower glovebox, a left-side dash bin, large door map pockets under small “eyebrow” bins, and a slide-out drawer under the front passenger seat. Not only is passenger space impressive for the small overall size, but cargo space is decent as well. Trax started out as a study in pint-size packaging. At 167.6 inches in length, Trax sits on the short side of “average” for the subcompact-crossover class, but offers plenty of interior and cargo space. And though it received a “refresh” for 2017, it really hasn’t changed much in substance from its 2015 debut. More Trax price and availability informationĬhevrolet’s Trax was one of the early participants in the subcompact-crossover game, earning kudos for its clever packaging, decent fuel economy, and value pricing. ![]() The not so good: Tall drivers can’t fold rear seats flat, ride (at least on tested model), too many high-tech safety features reserved for top-line model The good: Fuel economy, comfortable driving position The great: Cabin storage space, control layout, handling Options on test vehicle: LT Sun and Sound Package ($1400), Redline Edition ($1350), LT Convenience Package ($450), LT Sun and Sound Package savings (-$250) "Big" rating based on male tester weighing approximately 350 pounds, "Tall" rating based on 6'6"-tall male tester.īase price: $24,400 (not including $995 destination charge) Value grade is for specific trim level evaluated, and may not reflect Consumer Guide's impressions of the entire model lineup.īig & Tall comfort ratings are for front seats only. All grades are versus other vehicles in the same class. Report-card grades are derived from a consensus of test-driver evaluations. 2018 Chevrolet Trax Redline Edition in Mosaic Black Metallic 2018 Chevrolet Trax LT AWD Redline EditionĮPA-estimated fuel economy: 24/30/27 (city, highway, combined) CG Report Card
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