2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition
2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Based on size alone, Travers has always distinguished itself on hauling both people and goods. With its brand new-for-2018 redesign, Chevrolet up what might have been Travers’s biggest negative: its minibus-esque look. The new traverse is square-trucklike and loses none of its usability in the makeover.
It features a new and contemporary infotainment system, a more refined cabin, and available High-End goodies to power the large three-line crossover exclusive. Its V-6 engine turned out to be both gutsy and fuel-efficient in our tests. Traverse Suspension provides a compatible ride while maintaining its calmness in the corners. The second and third row can accommodate adults comfortably, and there are plenty of cupholders and USB ports throughout the cabin. Unlike its predecessor, this latest generation traverse is more than just a minibus option.
- Tops: Huge load capacity, excellent connectivity features, space for up to eight.
- Valleys: garage-hogging size, sharply obscured rear visibility, run-of-The-Mill warranty coverage.
- Dom: Whether navigating the “burbs or hitting the open road, Traverse is a family-friendly hauler with a long list of talents.
The sporty-ish RS trim level, previously only available with front-wheel drive and a four-cylinder engine, is now available with four-wheel drive and a V-6. There is a new LT Premium package that includes features like a 360-degree camera display, 20-inch wheels, a larger touchscreen with navigation, and a Bose audio system.
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The mid-range Traverse’s rag is the best place to start, as it adds features such as 18-inch wheels, fog lights, roof rails, other row captain chairs, and a Power-adjustable driver’s seat. This version is only available with the V-6 engine, but the standard front-wheel drive can be connected to the four-wheel drive for $3800, if desired. To this, we would add the convenience and Driver Trust package for the $1795, which includes features such as a Power liftgate, heated front seats, remote start, and blind-spot monitoring.
A potent V-6 engine provides traverse legs, and a slick-shifting nine-speed automatic gearbox change gears discreetly. The 3.6-liter V-6 pulls strong and the Travers is at the faster end of its class. The cabin is so quiet that you need to steal a glance at the tachometer to ensure that the engine is running at the same time at a stoplight. Speaking of which, traverse features what is perhaps the most seamless automatic stop/start feature we have tested. A turbocharged 2.0-liter engine is also available but it is offered on only the front wheel drive RS variant and is slower than the V-6 with some ticks.
When parking or maneuvering at low speed, traverse feels every bit its size. Pick up the tempo, though, and the great Chevy feels smaller than it’s-ready, if not open athletic. Steering effort is low, but the system is precise and makes aiming the large SUV easily. The Traverse suspension is set for a good balance between handling and ride comfort.
Assess traverse through its class-average EPA-calculated fuel economy number, and you would do so with just half of the information. In our real-world tests, all wheel-Drive traverse High Country delivered 27 MPG, the best motorway fuel consumption among its main competitors. Front-wheel drive, four-cylinder traverse RS we tested achieved 26 MPG.
The Travers offers spacious accommodation for seven or eight passengers, including a third line size for adults. Chevrolet’s six-Tier model lineup allows the Travers to reach a broad swath of the market and appeals to a wide range of buyers. The materials in the top-level high country are handsome but fall somewhat short of expectations given that the version’s high price.
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A bounty of USB ports is thoughtfully positioned throughout the Traverse stateroom, and its infotainment system is easy to use, with colorful graphics, a high-mounted touchscreen, and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Infotainment systems that react quickly to the user’s inputs seal the business for the technically savvy traverse.
Drop all the traverse folding seats and it will be a cargo-hauling Champ with more space than any of its rivals. Six handbags fit behind the third row, which means that it wins by wearing both people and their luggage. It offers the most first line of Cubby storage in its class as well.
2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition
The Traverse received good Crash-test results from the National Highway Transport administration but has not yet been tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Unfortunately, most features of driver assistance are only available on the two highest priced trim (some rivals offer these features by default). Important security features are:
- Available Blind-spot Monitoring
- Available warning ahead-collision
- Free Körfält-Hold Assist