Compared to the upscale Buick Enclave, the distinguishable Saturn Outlook and the convinced GMC Acadia, the Chevrolet Traverse is in all likelihood the best value amid all four of GM’s new-generation, three-row crossover-utility vehicles.
Not by accident, the Traverse looks a bit like a tall-wagon version of Chevy’s general Malibu. Beginning with it is Chevy signature split grille, it is lines are taut and it is shape with no problems or difficulties aerodynamic to reduce wind drag and noise. Its body overhangs in front of and behind the big wheels are minimized to reduce visual length, a distinguishable kick-up above the rear wheels sets off the window line, and there are turn signal “repeaters” in it is side mirrors.
The cabin may accommodate eight adults with a 60/40-split three-passenger bench or seven with available captain’s chairs. Standard third-row seating is a 60/40 bench with a generous 24.4 cu. ft. of cargo room behind it. The instrument panel, a Chevy inheritance dual-cockpit design housing two huge gauge binnacles surrounded by bright trim rings, is mounted low and forward to heighten visibility, with the available navigation screen conspicuously integrated at it is upper-center.
The direct-injected 3.6-liter V-6 delivers V-8-like power yet runs on regular unleaded gas. With available dual exhausts, it is ranked output swells to 288 hp and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. Direct injection sprays fuel directly into each cylinder, where it is mixed with air, then vaporizes, which cools the air/fuel mixture. That enables a higher compression ratio, which improves both performance and efficiency, so less fuel may deliver more power equated to conventional port-injection. EPA economy is better than most, and as good as any in this segment, at 24 mpg highway and 17 city with front-wheel drive (FWD) and one mpg less with available all-wheel drive (AWD).
The modern six-speed automatic delivers smooth, clutch-to-clutch shifting with shift stabilization and automatic grade braking in both FWD and AWD models. Its aggressive 4.48:1 firstborn gear delivers splendid launch feel, while it is tall 0.74:1 overdrive top gear lowers rpm to conserve fuel at highway speeds. The available intellectual AWD scheme reacts to wheel speed, throttle and surface conditions to provide increased traction on slippery roads by actively managing torque distribution amongst the front and rear axles. It mechanically decides how much torque to utilise and delivers it to the wheels with the best traction.
Riding on a long 118.9-in. wheelbase with wide (67.8-in. front and 67.4-in. rear) tracks and a comparatively low center of gravity, the Traverse provides a breathtakingly crisp and smooth ride, responsive handling. Suspension is MacPherson struts with aluminum knuckles and a direct-acting stabilizer bar in front and a compact independent “H” design with apart mounting in back. This design likewise features a near-flat floor pan to maximize passenger and cargo space. Wheels and tires are 17-, 18- or 20-in. depending on the model.
Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, StabiliTrak electronic stability control with preventative rollover mitigation, traction control, tire pressure monitoring and power rack-and-pinion steering are standard, with variable-effort boost available. The popular electronic braking scheme features Panic Brake Assist (PBA)), Dynamic Rear Proportioning (DRP), and Hydraulic Brake Boost (HBB). DRP optimizes front to rear brake remainder based on driving conditions and vehicle loading, HBB amplifies braking strength to reduce stopping distance when engine vacuum is low and PBA helps emergency stopping by preserving or adding brake pressure even if the driver backs off.
Also frequent are second-row sliding seats, heated power outside mirrors with blind-spot mirrors, XM Satellite Radio and GM OnStar with one year Directions & Connections service, which features “Turn-by-Turn” navigation instructions, Bluetooth-enabled hands-free calling and an Advanced Crash Response System. A “360-degree” safety system includes new anchor pretensioners for outboard occupants and six standard airbags that cover all three rows. Its rollover sensing system activates the head curtain bags and belt pretensioners if sensors conclude that a rollover is imminent, and the bags stay inflated longer to support keep occupants from being ejected. If a crash activates an airbag, the OnStar system mechanically notifies an OnStar advisor, who without delay calls the vehicle and summons emergency help.
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