Chevrolet

Chevrolet Trax

Price $18,695 – $30,345
Fuel consumption 5.7 – 8.7 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 73%(view ratings)
A Canadian exclusivity, the Trax is a small SUV powered by a 1.4L turbocharged four-cylinder producing 138 horsepower and 148 lbs.-ft. of torque. It is available with both six-speed manual or automatic transmissions and front-wheel as well as all-wheel drive. Even with all-wheel drive, a championship rally car it is not. However, the Trax is an excellent all-round small SUV. Watch how you play the options game as the invoice can rapidly climb into the next vehicle category.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 73%
Driving 7/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 7/10
Winter driving 8/10
Comfort 7/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Modern shape
  • Engine well adapted to the vehicle
  • All-wheel drive
  • Innovative gauge dials
  • Adequate road holding

Cons

  • Soundproofing needs improvement
  • Suspension can be too abrupt
  • Reliability not yet proven
  • Soft brakes
  • Costly options

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