2024 Chevrolet Traverse Quick Review | The Affordable Family Hauler

If you’re looking for a 3-row SUV with class leading room, a ton of standard safety tech, big screens and a price tag that won’t break the bank, the new Traverse from Chevrolet should be at the top of your list. With a base price under $39,000, this super-sized family mobile is nearly $5k less than the Grand Highlander, and a 328HP engine is standard.
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[@G-Rated]

Can we just talk about how much the Traverse has transformed? This looks absolutely amazing, hands down the best rendition of the divorced headlight/DRL styling that I’ve seen yet! But the rear looks even better than the front end. I don’t know if the interior has improved more or the exterior but I can confidently say I’d be test driving this even if I didn’t need the third row! Chevrolet has been on a serious roll since the reveal of the new Trax! The new Traverse is finally resembling its bigger brother the Tahoe, which is what I’ve personally been waiting for. The technology upgrades are also greatly welcomed with most people feeling that the outgoing interior was starting to feel dated.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

That massively high hood blocking drivers vantage view of what's in front of the truck is dumb

[@G-Rated]

@@lockandloadlikehell If you need to see that low in front of your SUV because you feel you’ve missed something you should probably buy a vehicle that’s already on the ground. Look into a Mazda Miata instead?.

[@lilred1107]

​@@lockandloadlikehellIf you can't drive a high off the ground vehicle, don't...don't complain that an suv is in the air😒

[@mikevaldes9831]

yeah it really used to be one of the ugliest suv’s imo back in 2015 era. looks really good now

[@theglowcloud2215]

@@G-Rated "missed something" like a kid or animal who might be in front of your car? nah, who cares about that? just buy another pointlessly massive vehicle to own the libs.

[@kbarrett1844]

GM certainly has the looks, packaging and styling down. Reliability of the drivetrain in this application is the remaining big question mark. Probably best to wait a couple of model years.

[@G-Rated]

I find it hard to believe *gm* would replace their tried and true naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 with a underpowered, inefficient, and unreliable turbocharged 4 cylinder and then make it the only motor available in some of their most important models (Traverse/Acadia/Enclave). I could imagine all the work and testing that’s gone into this new 4 cylinder. Even more so because a RWD version of it is now the only powertrain option in their mid-size pickup trucks Colorado/Canyon.

[@michael.sierra]

I believe this engine is related to the 2.7L used in Colorado and Silverado, I think they have put a lot of effort and engineering into it and it'll be fairly reliable.

[@ncvwrx2759]

Its WAY easier to fix the looks packaging and styling vs powertrain reliability. They let the public do the beta testing on powertrain lol

[@pinkisforpimps]

The hard part is that they keep changing drivetrains every 5 years or so. The goalpost keeps changing

[@youngblood23rb]

​@@michael.sierra Have you not heard about the cracked blocks, and engine replacement program for the half ton and midsize gm trucks with the 2.7L!?

[@mike9588]

This might just be the best 3 row suv on paper, excluding reliability

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Big Ass Car USD SGD

[@jeremysantaana859]

I like it better than the previous generation Traverse and I love the new interior design of the new Traverse 😍🔥

[@dnegel9546]

Same but a turbo 4 over the na v6… man thats tough.

[@bradcorbett90]

At this point the traverse is a unicorn. Been hearing about for almost a year now and still no traverse at dealerships.

[@christianstylezinc9224]

Love this new generations I love them all honestly but this screams “for dads everywhere”

[@martymcfly256]

I ordered my Z71 in red a couple of weeks ago.

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

The new Trax is the template Chevrolet should set for their upcoming vehicles, and It seems the new Traverse is following in the same vein. Right now people want a well designed solid and reliable vehicle from Chevrolet that wont break the bank.

[@mojorisin7317]

GM did a much better job this time on the Traverse. This vehicle should sell even better especially for larger families. I've owned a Traverse and Enclave and both were great comfortable vehicles and weren't hard to maintain. It will be interesting how the 4 cylinder does in such a large vehicle especially when loaded to its max capacity. GM should have given another choice in powertrains. Ford gives choices in their Explorer as does the Dodge Durango. I'm not a fan of the one motor fits all approach especially for the asking prices of these vehicles.

[@Blake4625kHz]

I don’t know how my transmission is still shifting the way I drive 😂 mine has its own radiator for cooling the oil instead of running it through the coolant radiator. Maybe that has helped lol

[@jgriffin411]

And no hybrid option? Seems like a missed opportunity.

[@sheenaleclaire3517]

Can you show the ambient lighting options? Where is this lighting feature in the cabin? I can’t find any information on this

[@magnoliap5824]

That is huge. Love the exterior.

[@mrnicholas147]

Ok I’m sold..gonna upgrade from my 2020 Traverse this year…

[@jerryp4916]

Great video thank you, what’s the fuel consumption?

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

This looks so damn sharp. Even cars like the gls or x7 dont impress me as kuch from the exterior

[@abhi4ify]

gls and x7 are dinosaurs being manufactured for old ppl with old tastes .. Both MB and BMW are too scared to modernize their exteriors so they don't offend their regular lease customers

[@Blake4625kHz]

I’m thinking nod to Pontiac Aztec with the grill 😂

[@rockerdriver]

This May as we’ll be a 25.We’re four months into the year already. When will this be on the dealer lots?

[@StephenByersJ]

The video I have been waiting for!

[@jfish9014]

Excellent interior design/packaging.

[@Papa_Johnald]

Thank you for mentioning your height, that's very helpful for getting a spacial understanding of the size of this suv. I'm in the market for a new suv and I've been between this and the pilot. I need to know how this drives, if it's a wallowing mess of body roll and weight I'm definitely going pilot

[@dnegel9546]

Rode in a pilot and you cant compare the interior room to a traverse not even the 1st gen. Tbf tho theres really nothing in the market that comes close to the interior room. Not even in gm full size suv offerings.

[@daweed980]

I'm not remotely close to a GM fan but Chevy nailed this Traverse

[@PeakDecline]

If they can manage just average reliability this will be a home run. It looks great, its well featured, and priced reasonably (for 2024).

[@dnegel9546]

I was surprised by the price i thought for sure it would be like 80k

[@md8744]

The designer group of this Chevy really love❤ BMW x5 2023 and 2024 engine and Central controller most same but this is the one i ve been waiting for. Thks

[@Blake4625kHz]

Really love Aztec grill as well 😂

[@abhi4ify]

very excited for this version of traverse and also your full review .. I will take lesser MSRP than higher priced vehicle with hybrid playing catch up over 5 years

[@bryanwithab1567]

Great job on the review

[@Rioichi4]

I'm super excited to see the Traverse as an EV, and if nothing else changes between that and this, amazing!

[@williammoore27]

Everybody loves #1 world's favorite SUV Chevrolet Traverse made in Detroit & all around the world!❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥🚙🚙🚙🚙🚙🚙🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍🌍

[@user-bu7ko2or8e]

The new trax is gr8, the traverse is gr8, and the siverado interior is finally good. GM is doing really good things lately.

[@henrybrar]

Can't wait to rent it from a Hertz for our next family vacation.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

😅

[@MegaRetr]

Love this new generations !)

[@Fomotomo1]

Way to go design guy. It’s truly a thing of beauty

[@Arbutuscoveretreat]

Nice interior!

[@ksolius1906]

did he say its slightly shorter than 2023 model? Is that accurate? an inch and a half shorter?

[@ma7mgte]

Fairly certain that the Cadillac Vistiq is the XT6 replacement

[@josemanuelruiz2036]

I like the Acadia Denali.

[@keithsteck432]

This might be the best looking 3row SUV on the market.

[@sungminchoi8507]

Good to buy!!

[@CloutLord323]

Do the captains chairs slide forward to give the 3rd row more leg room?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Yes

[@IOSALive]

Auto Buyers Guide | Alex on Autos, This made me laugh so much! Thanks for sharing!

[@YamiMahoSS]

Dose the rs come with 4wd ?

[@ClipDog]

I gotta ask... I havent been into GM vehicle's for a bit, but all I see is comments saying "can't believe they replaced the tried and true V6 for a 4cyl." Now i know mechanics that have been working for 30 yrs and they would tell me stay away from the Traverse and Acadia with the V6 because at around 60k miles they would have timing chain and guide issues, cam issues, and they were pretty much 60k-70k mile vehicle's and than nothing but trouble.... So now we have a few years of stats of a problematic drive train, and yet people are crapping on this new 4cyl with it not even being out for a month? Why would you still want a problematic engine in a newly redesigned vehicle? And yes, I also personally know two people that have a few years older GM with the V6, and their timing chains started chattering at about 60K.

[@macsterguy]

If this thing will hold together, it just might be the GM comeback car

[@kenoday7562]

And how long is the Supercruise gonna work before you have to sign up for a subscription?

[@G-Rated]

I believe first 2-3 years free of charge. Long enough to decide if you can’t live without or don’t use it enough to subscribe imo.

[@reginachandler3947]

It's beautiful!!❤❤

[@ArmyMedicRN]

What is this about the embargo?

[@7kdl7]

Got a fully loaded RS on order should be at the dealer any day put order in first week of January

[@frankcutolo9183]

The new traverse looks awesome I think gm hit a home run on this one.i am waiting for a z71 to show up at my local dealership.

[@aliouseck9222]

Love this vehicle

[@1guyin10]

Kinda liking what GM has done with styling lately.

[@modestlycrowned]

Looks like a smaller Yukon Denali… I LOVE IT!!!! Great job Chevy. This vehicle was overdue for a better appearance.

[@John-gw7dh]

Can't wait to see the Z71 in red color😎

[@christ9145]

Very nice package equipped….

[@losequis7682]

What about HUD? ? All it’s competitors have hud

[@sipher3516]

Welcome to Georgia! What town were you in?

[@LukeO-1234]

I'm wondering why they didn't just put the 2.7 from Colorado in this. Why do they have to down it to 2.5?

[@lilred1107]

The 2.5 is a new example derived from its bigger 2.7 counterpart, with more robust and reliable guts.

[@Blake4625kHz]

@@lilred1107 The horse power is there, but reliable? Let’s give it a couple years or so

[@froypinto-dk2jo]

Does the top trim have heads up display. The dashboard top has a rather small cut-up, but nobody talks about it

[@dukelville]

No it doesn’t have HUD. Thats a forward collision warning light base

[@wesvasher]

We love our 2018 Traverse, waited forever for the new Pilot, but were not impressed so were resigned to driving the wheels off our current Traverse. This new Traverse is really amazing. I hope they improved the reliability of the transmissions, it's the weakness of the 2nd Gen Traverse.

[@lilpeppa117G]

They did

[@Blake4625kHz]

Exactly wtf happened to the Pilot around 2021??

[@dnegel9546]

I have a 2013 and the trans had to get replaced. Despite that i might pick up a 2023. To bad the 24+ looks so good but removing the v6 is quite a drag.

[@TalismanPHX]

The Traverse is very attractive, especially in RS trim. But it's not a Tahoe. And for $58k, I'm definitely buying a Tahoe.

[@chuckie8059]

I have 2 Traverses , 2017 my favorite and a 2021 and love them both , the 2024 look like it would be a winner for me too but the 3rd row passengers window view looks limited !

[@dnegel9546]

Might pick up a 2023. I currently have a 2013. Sucks this new one looks so damm good but gm put a turbo 4. This just sounds like its going to be a disaster for the first 4yrs.

[@1Springloaded]

I love the styling GM is bringing to market. Sleek and rugged. It's a good look. But it doesn't look good when every aspect of your life is being sold to anyone who ask for it. General motors is at the forefront. Leading the charge to digitize you for profit. How much did you get paid for your virtual likeness and image. Zero?

[@lindas3239]

They are stockpiling these in Michigan for two months now. Why? Been waiting and dealers are telling me they have no info why and no dates when they will be available.

[@dnegel9546]

Probably cuz dealerships have no room to put them on their lots since nobody is buying cars.

[@Ride_Runner]

Looking good. The car, the car is looking good.

[@mexking2683]

The thing is Toyota's known for its unmatched reliability and GMC / Chevrolet are known for their unmatched unreliability

[@deeemanuel4576]

So I went and test drove it yesterday. Not enough power for me personally. I currently drive a Tahoe.

[@uium]

Why are people concerned about GM reliability? We have Tahoe and that thing is the most reliable car ever!

[@ksolius1906]

I'm not seeing the seatbelt for the middle seat in the 3rd row ??

[@damitrahilton2233]

It’s in the roof. I have an 8 seater Traverse.

[@LuvHurtsEitherWay69]

All i can say is Chevy, it's about damn time.

[@Blake4625kHz]

😂

[@grandemage]

Man I really wish Chev would get back into making hybrids. This would easily be on a lot of family's shopping lists as top contender if they've stop devoting themselves to EV only. Good new design, choices and pricing, but without some hybrid fuel economy as an option, they're leaving a demographic of shoppers to go elsewhere.

[@G-Rated]

That demographic wouldn’t be opposed to a fully electric vehicle if they’re willing to pay hybrid prices just to end up at the gas pump eventually anyway. The majority rather charge up once and be done for the day until it’s time to charge again for the next day, and that’s still cheaper in fuel costs over the course of ownership than a hybrid which still requires gasoline not to mention the premium you paid upfront to get it. I wouldn’t hate them for building this and a Traverse EV side-by-side.

[@BTC909]

GM will sell a ton of these. 2nd hand these will go quick. I see many Traverses on the road.

[@craigw8828]

I would like to start a petition to change Travis's name to Traverse. Hit the thumbs up to vote!

[@calypso713]

I’m in love ❤

[@ianwong1711]

This thing is very close to a minivan. If they can make the 3rd row fold back rather than fold forward, it will be even closer. I really wish they can make the 3rd row minivan-like, which will make it more practical for a family ride.

[@donays8241]

MPG?

[@superdave6255]

I've been eyeing this for a while it definitely is a whole different look but I'm going to keep my Naturally Aspirated V-SIX 2018 Redline Edition Traverse top of the line Premier Trim!! I'm averaging 28 mpg & we love the off road-Tow-4x4 control that we could switch on the Fly. It's the quietest vehicle I have ever driven!

[@brianb7844]

Need a bench in second row for all trims, not just the cheap one.

[@_jg00]

The more aggressive refresh and SuperCruise makes this a no brainer.

[@dnegel9546]

The turbo 4 makes it a serious brainer.

[@G-Rated]

@@dnegel9546 nah, fear mongering tactics won’t work on people who been driving 4 cylinders in their SUVs and trucks for years

[@dnegel9546]

@@G-Rated all my cars are GM and well they make good v6 but their 4cyl specially the turbos have not been good.

[@G-Rated]

@@dnegel9546 so you’re saying the company is incapable of improving upon reliability?

[@dnegel9546]

@@G-Rated who knows gm cant make a auto trans for shit..

[@techpappee]

Personally I don’t care for the Grand Highlanders design. I know Toyota has a better resale and reliability history but I can’t find one I like. It doesn’t matter if it gets 100mpg, if it doesn’t move me I’m passing. This on the other hand is sexy and sporty to my eye. We’re looking to make a purchase in the next few months. This will join my test drive list.

[@abeismain]

I'm going with this traverse! I wish the review was a little more detailed weather it has heated seats or memory seats

[@dukelville]

Has both and ventilated in the RS trim

[@frankiexv4533]

There’s still an embargo on it. Once the embargo is lifted you’ll get more drive reviews with more details.

[@abeismain]

@@frankiexv4533 I’m hopeful 🤣

[@ubaurbanus1243]

how about that camera quality. did background trees are so sharp and 8K quality. now back to the car review

[@harsha1908]

They have great looking cars, but no hybrid from GMC (Chevrolet) in their line up surprises me.

[@lilbun3893]

i rented like a 2020 one and it was so cheap fealing, hopefully this is better

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

I like how much space this offers, hopefully this makes some consumers switch from BoF to unibody.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

Why does every truck/suv/pickup have suchba massively thick grill/fascia

[@saisannihithsunny8079]

Love the rs but it is $58000

[@theglowcloud2215]

Cars cost as much as houses did in the '80s 😂 clown world

[@twins4life274]

I love my '23 Camaro. Maybe in 10-12 years I'll buy a Traverse (if they look this good) as a family car.

[@Max-Cder]

Release da big daaawg

[@eechaze12]

I think its a good price

[@wallywoo5000]

I want the RS so bad, but worried about spending about $60k on a Chevy… thoughts???

[@user-bu7ko2or8e]

If you want it, go get it. Don't let someone talk you out of it because you will regret it.

[@tanyamireles-carriere7431]

I wanna know more about the embargo

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

It lifts soon, that's about all that can be said about an embargo. -Travis

[@tanyamireles-carriere7431]

@@AAutoBuyersGuide but like no reasons why it was placed? Makes me nervous to buy one. What was the problem, ya know? But hey, you’re the first with actual info so I’m thrilled to hear it! Thank you guys!!!

[@harrys391]

What's the reason someone would pay $30 THOUSAND more for a loaded Tahoe RS ( vs the Traverse RS loaded)???

[@MistSoalar]

Why does Alex sound different? He got a new mic or something changed on audio edits? I don't think he's high, but sounds bit more energetic than usual.

[@watchreport]

Maybe had a lot of caffeine.

[@DouglasRosser]

It’s not unusual for presentation to change over time. Case in point, Chef John.

[@MistSoalar]

@@DouglasRosser and as always, enjoy.

[@jermainec2462]

i hope that turbo 4 can hold up over time ...the sound of the 4 banger and the size just dont match, but these are different times ... not bad looks wise tho 👌

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, I was certain you would allow Travis to introduce us to the Traverse. 😉😉🤣

[@jpyeatt9696]

He says full-sized SUV from GM. I don't know, but isnt the Traverse considered a crossover? And wouldn't a Tahoe or Yukon be considered full sized?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

SUV, CUC, etc is all a matte4 of marketing to be honest. As far as the size, it’s bigger than a Chevy Tahoe used to be a few years ago. You can call it either mid sized or full sized depending on your perspective and the comparison. It’s much larger than the Highlander or Sorento.

[@paulm6481]

Four banger turbo and 8 speed transmission with Federal class action lawsuit against it and no hybrid. Nuff said 🤷‍♂️

[@PaulHo]

Ok, but imagine if they actually just made those 15-seater Express/Econoline band vans with 5 rows again instead of being cowards.

[@blacksuede]

Wow thats a lot of value for 40k

[@FSAPOJake]

This trim isn't $40k, the lineup starts at $40k.

[@NWI_Steel]

$57k

[@bradyb9929]

This one isn’t 40k

[@Blake4625kHz]

Literally never buying a new vehicle again. Who can afford this sheet!

[@jonathankleinow2073]

Will they bother working with the IIHS to earn a Top Safety Pick+ award for their new family hauler, or will GM keep pretending people don't care about safe transportation for their families?

[@Ryan2022]

No, the offset frontal crash is nonsense. You know it everybody knows it.

[@davewilson7602]

@@Ryan2022you cannot possibly be implying that offset crash testing is unnecessary on a vehicle people buy for their familis

[@Ryan2022]

@@davewilson7602 100% that’s what I’m implying. Do you work for this agency or something ? every time the vehicles start acing all of the other tests they come up with a test no one can pass in a crash that almost never happens. It’s enough already. Cars that were top safety pics are all of a sudden “unsafe” because they can’t pass a test made up by someone to keep the agency relevant.

[@ryk22]

Is MPG official yet?

[@shamanthjilla]

It’s a goddamn pity GM doesn’t make minivans

[@TalismanPHX]

Buick actually makes a very popular minivan.... in China 🇨🇳

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Don't they? ;-)

[@LetMeCook86]

It would be perfect if it had Toyotas hybrid technology and reliability! 😂

[@naveenthemachine]

Right…. The mythical Toyota instant bulletproof reliability 😂

[@yezzir5464]

No window shades! 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@mark8684]

Oooops, you’re right! Big miss.

[@yezzir5464]

@@mark8684 I LOVE EVERYTHING ELSE! But my little guy loses it in the back seat when the sun hits. And I don’t like any of the after markets.

[@ltkwok]

GM has a car person in charge

[@RajaSekar-USA]

Top end model should have 8 seats like piolet

[@waled121]

No. Captain chairs have always been more premium.