Seriously, You Don't Need a Tahoe: The 2024 Chevy Traverse Is a Great Option That's THOUSANDS Less!

[@ALMX5DP]

Most people never needed the Tahoe, the Traverse just needed a visual makeover to make people less ashamed of driving it.

[@bradythegenius2123]

We owned the first gen it’s a great car and all but it did look kinda hideous. FWD too kinda pain in the ass in PA

[@jonnydarrin]

This.

[@Ryan2022]

Yeah, that’s right if I’m gonna spend $50-70,000 on a new vehicle, I’m gonna have to like the way it looks and the previous Traverse was really plain and boring.

[@seadoo4life127]

Most people are huge sooo… they don’t even get out of their cars nowadays to get coffee. Tahoe for most lol.,

[@querty292]

The old one looks like *ss

[@brandonharding1199]

Where I live, its seems the white Tahoe/Yukon is a mom status symbol. School functions are a sea of them. Moms stepping out in lululemons toting Stanley cups and fancy handbags.

[@edschobs5204]

My friend has only buys his wife a few years old Tahoes so she can pretend she’s on the same level as the rich bitches at her kids school and baseball games that have theirs. I never understood why people care so much to try and keep up with others!

[@Ryan2022]

Study after study after study has proven that the reason why minivans don’t sell is because women won’t drive them. End of story men are much more open to owning them because you can remove the seats and all stuff in them. This isn’t even a new trend people were pulling up to school in Tahoe’s when my daughter was in grade school in 2007.

[@brandonharding1199]

You are so right. Buddy used a minivan to haul everything needed to finish his basement. But many women wouldn’t be caught dead in the minivan. I’ve heard it said so many times by females I work with. The few that have accepted the truth of practicality rave about their vans tho. “Coolness” be damned! LOL. Anyways, I really like this Traverse. And I really like the Tahoe as well.

[@Ryan2022]

@@brandonharding1199 we had a 2005 Sienna from new and kept it 14 years and 277k miles. We moved all manner of people and furniture in that thing.

[@theglowcloud2215]

NPCs, basically. Endless NPCs.

[@nowayoutstp4]

Giant Kudos for pointing out some of the concerns. Hate hate hate when reviews just praise praise praise like they are the greatest vehicles ever.

[@donteadoss]

Finally the Traverse actually looks attractive - honestly it’s what the Blazer nameplate should reflect … while the Trailblazer nameplate would be great on a Bronco/Wrangler competitor. But alas …

[@garys2157]

Personal opinions, there are parts I think look really good, like the grill, profile, but in true Chevy fashion some awkward parts, like wtf with the rear side windows, is it a shark fin, the monocle around the front lights.

[@ginakerry2588]

Now it looks like a CX-90 with a sail panel from the 1970s.

[@AHungryHunky]

Chevy never stopped making the Blazer, they just renamed it to Tahoe when they made the S10 Blazer. I would not have minded however, a Bronco/Wrangler competitor built on the Colorado platform

[@diablo2815]

The only time the Z71 would see off roading is at the unpaved parking lot of the youth soccer field

[@jonc2914]

A gravel road isn't off road. At no point in this video did they go off road. They do the same shit on their jeep videos. This channel is cringe.

[@FrequencyORD]

@@jonc2914how is that cringe?! these guys are amazing. Complete idiot 🤣

[@sparkyprep3905]

You are correct. And for 95% of people, that is enough.

[@Nebula1701]

I always have my lights on Auto... there has never been a time to change that... and even if I did... it's a simple 2 tap fix on the Screen, front and center right there under the volume knob. I don't see the complaint as valid. A lot of these settings should be chosen before your trip anyway.

[@techpappee]

He's nitpicking IMO. Plus the Lane keep is also right beside it, another of his complaints.

[@AddingLifeAdventure]

Great review Nathan. I was looking for this yesterday. Other channels released a review yesterday, but they don't compare to my friends at TFL.

[@jikookandvminallshipsilove6426]

Just purchased the first one in my county today! I got the LT version but it was equipped with so much. I had the high country and upgrade the year.

[@dougm7744]

My wife just got an LT as well and so far we love it. We needed 8 seats which RS and Z71 don't offer so LT was the best option. Tow package rated to 5000lbs, enough for our 19' ski boat and occasional uhaul trailer. Awd for trips to the mountains, and fwd mode for daily commuting. Awesome car in my opinion.

[@mrcowboypimp]

I know people say a lot about the V6… I have the 2022 Traverse FWD LS sporting the black badges all around with 18” black wheels and the traveling package. I have no complaints about its power as I take down some country roads when I travel to the family hometown and very likely maxed out on a few occasions. I will admit, I’m definitely loving the Z71! Will the new z71 come in white? I’m definitely loving the Stormtrooper look on mine 😅✌🏼

[@pedrovasquez5385]

I have the 18 Traverse with 70k miles, had it for 3 years, and no problems

[@nickboi3784]

Our 18’ had literally zero problems up until 120k, then it needed a whole new transmission after the old one failed out of the blue

[@IdahoChevyDude]

Lane keep assist is just below the radio volume knob. I just delivered one to a customer earlier today. Super cruise worked great here in southeast Idaho.

[@kevingraves4708]

Thanks for the early limited scope view of the new Z71 Chevy Traverse, Nathan. Can't wait for the full review under your normal TFL conditions. GM has been building Turbo 4 cylinder with Low end torque for 15 plus years. I once had to suffer getting 50mpg in a 2014 Chevy Cruze 1.4 liter LOL.. Still, beating Ford and Ram on base model half ton truck engine. Great extra piece of mine for bad weather on roads with that twin clutch. All-wheel drive system. 30 grand cheaper than a Tahoe, good deal..

[@jhb3711]

$57K for the RS is insane….

[@Shoevibechat]

The world has gone mad and made everything nearly unaffordable for the average joe. Chevy doesn’t believe in making something nice for the ones that drove the blocky ugly ones in the early years. So now they’re taking it away from us to give to the Tahoe ppl

[@ramirezmike007]

10 to 15 grand more and get a tahoe 🤣

[@macruizphotography]

​@ramirezmike007 for and absolutely base model. So you are comparing top trim to base. Kind of a strange comparison unless space is what you really need.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

And no amount of money you spend on this thing will get you anything better than a piece of shit 4 banger

[@alirohani2687]

@@Shoevibechat The "average Joe" doesn't need a car that can drive itself. LS LT and even Z71 are much more affordable. The world hasn't gone mad. Peoples employers have. If you factor in inflation alone you are getting far more car for your money than 30 years ago. However employers aren't keeping up with inflation. That is the main issue.

[@grabir01]

My neighbor down the street sold his Toyota and bought a Chevy Tahoe. He now has 90k miles on the Tahoe and is on his 3rd fuel pump. Not sure what other issues he has had if any as this is what angers him the most.

[@TimeHomicide]

Sounds about right. Trash

[@Overlandjon]

And the Tahoe is in my opinion one of the better made vehicles by GM. The Traverse has always been terrible. Its a nice size and all that but they have had countless issues. The Tahoe is way more reliable platform than the traverse.

[@grabir01]

@@Overlandjon Not sure why GM did not install a trap door as it is super expensive to replace what would be a simple job with a trap door to replace a fuel pump.

[@AmcoAutoGlass]

tell him to switch to SHELL VPOWER. he will never need a pump again.

[@grabir01]

@@AmcoAutoGlass lol. His lexus never needed a fuel pump after 212k miles. Never!

[@Freeloves_Whipps]

I wish there was a middle ground between the Tahoe and Traverse. Kinda like a 4runner, small Body-on-Frame Suv. Maybe they could call it something cool like a Blazer or something.

[@andregonsalvez9244]

I disagree the Traverse doesn't have a good reliability history compared to the Tahoe . The Tahoe is more robust and has been out on the market for a long time .

[@MotSter]

I rented a Chevys Traverse It was nice BUT but a quick google search revealed that these SUVs including the Chevy Traverse, GMCs Arcadia and Cadillacs XT6, all the same vehicle platform, have been plagued with spectrum of problems body, engine and trans issues resulting in loss of reliability and longevity and or expensive repairs. Seems newer models may have less complaints but still ... Research wisely before purchasing. I mean if your only gonna keep it a few years while under factory warranty then sure.

[@Overlandjon]

Exactly this! Tahoes have always been IMO the better if not the best built gm product. The Traverse is notorious with issues and have a horrible resale value.

[@stephencooper3583]

@@MotSter ... to be fair though, this is a whole new version, not just a facelift. Hopefully the problems with the old one have been addressed.

[@G-Rated]

@@stephencooper3583Well the issues with the Traverse/Acadia were the engine and transmission which have _both_ been replaced and I’m guessing that was done specifically for that reason.

[@icare7151]

As new vehicles continue to stack up on dealers lots with higher interest rates the vehicle manufacturers are not in reality with the economy.

[@alirohani2687]

I sell cars. People are still buying and if you just google chevy they have sub 2% interest on some vehicles. If I told you this car cost $1 you'd want it for 50 cents. Everyone gets in their feels about how much the things THEY want cost. Ok don't want it then. Get something in your budget. But alas this is the life I chose.

[@Johnny_Bee]

Just bought a white 24 Traverse LT Midnight package, very popular here in Houston and sell fast.

[@dougm7744]

In our area the 2024 traverse is flying off the lots. 5 chevy dealers in our area and they only have a handful. We ordered from factory, less than 14 weeks to receive.

[@techpappee]

There is a permanently fixed icon on the 17" screen for both headlights and lane keep. I'm sure most drivers will use the auto headlight function for 95% of their drive time. The button is easy to push (for either) otherwise IMO. LT can be fitted with either 8 *or* 7 passenger, not only 7 passenger. Z71 and RS are 7 only.

[@AdrianParchman-cf7dm]

The pricing makes perfect sense if you actually look at the specs. To get one comes standard on the RS on the Z71. It’ll cost you about $5000. Also have you ever priced 22 inch wheels and tires?

[@ZiosGaming]

Moms with one kid will still want the Tahoe 🙄

[@G-Rated]

Because it’s better to have the extra power/space when you don’t need it than not have it when you do. Tahoe is the best value in its class because of its design and packaging. Now the Traverse is a much better choice than before, that doesn’t mean it demolishes the value proposition of a Chevrolet Tahoe. Really silly title for the video.

[@brandonharding1199]

Power only needed to tow. A minivan arguably has more usable volume than a Tahoe, 140 cu ft vs 122 cu ft respectively. Minivan $40k, Tahoe $60k+. Just saying…..

[@MysticWraith]

​@@brandonharding1199 Sienna Platinum MSRP is $56k...

[@theglowcloud2215]

@@MysticWraith how many people are buying the top trim of a minivan?

[@trumpisastump9382]

@@MysticWraith Top trim of Tahoe is $80,000 +. Compare like to like.

[@Brotherhood676]

I think it looks way better and sharp. Obviously with any new vehicle (yes Toyota included) we need to see about quality/reliability. But seems like Chevy is slowly turning things around. Trax is a huge hit and obviously the Colorado

[@ginakerry2588]

Oh? Did they get rid of the 5 cylinder? The Colorado is dead me. How do these things Mae it to production?

[@cormaro13]

The trax is trash and you’re paying the price on it when the warranty ends lol

[@ATLOffroad]

It’s a good looking vehicle. I like the gauge cluster/infotainment system. I would rather have a larger rear quarter windows in the back. Not sure why they cut them small. Also not a fan of the interior. It looks a little bland. I’ll drive one though next time in the market for a large crossover.

[@craigroosa9321]

Nathan does a fun review ! Like to see how it performs but realize they are in a controlled test route . Z71 ok money RS too much .

[@terryhook5518]

Best looking suv

[@Eric_In_SF]

I just rented one of these for a week in Hawaii and have a few opinions. At first, I thought it was kind of fun and I really liked the big screens, but it was quickly annoying how you couldn’t really do anything with the screens because everything requires a data subscription and of course the rental company won’t pay for it. Ended up using CarPlay the whole time, but that was fine. Onto the car and really it just became unlikable in a few different ways. First is that the engine feels pretty wimpy. The transmission almost seems like a CVT. It’s just so lackluster but honestly, it was actually pretty peppy. It just felt weak with Wimpy sound that I’m just not used to with my German SUV. The next big gripe is the technology. Just kind of sucks. The lane keeping assist loves bouncing you from lying to line left to right and it doesn’t mind if you crossover into oncoming traffic it won’t do anything about it. I don’t know if it’s because Hawaii has some satellite issues or sun glare or whatever but I can only get the adaptive cruise control to work 40% of the time. Most of the time it just tells you crash detection is disabled. Just a cheap quality feel of everything. Thin body parts, thin plastics, cheap plastics in the interior that are flexible. Just everything looks really super cheap coming from my daily driver. I know American people think contrast stitching is some sort of sign of luxury, but it’s not. It’s just different color threads . Also, Annoying was the placement of the rear cupholders. I can’t tell you how many times I smashed my elbow on somebody’s bottle. I wanted to just chuck them out the window. Also is super freaking annoying that every time you walk past the back of the car, the trunk opens automatically. You don’t even have to swipe your foot. It has some sort of range detect. Option to completely shut off for manual trunk opening which sucks. Other than that, you have to suffer if you have a kid in the seat and every time you get them in the car and you wanna switch sides of the car quickly to buckle another kid you got then go back and close your trunk. It’s super annoying, annoying, and definitely wouldn’t be ideal in a big city situation where there’s 1 million people willing to steal your stuff when you’re not peeking. All in all, I just really didn’t like the vehicle that much but at the end of the day it wasn’t that bad. I think somebody who’s not driving a German luxury SUV on a daily basis would probably find this really nice and a good modern upgrade with lots of technology , but it’s technology that barely works and you’re just getting straightforward quality with thin metals flames or build materials. Oh, and oh my God, the wind noise and road noise are tremendous. I thought I had windows open. I could hear so much wind blowing through all the seams. I’m just so used to my current vehicle with double insulated glass and super thick, gaskets and sound deadening on all the body panels that you just don’t hear anything when you’re driving unless you’re hitting a big bump. The first five minutes of being in the car kind of changed my opinion about American cars, but then after driving for a week, I have to say American cars just quite aren’t to snuff

[@justindevos2494]

All I got from this is you are a snob. And like to stereotype Americans. 👎

[@mrgreen8357]

I love my traverse and I don't even have a new one I have a 2016 I just wish I had that new engine and super cruise gas mileage sucks and I don't like how low it is but I like it's comfort

[@icare7151]

Tahoe with 3.0l diesel is a real off road vehicle.

[@dalecarson1849]

and it can tow almost twice as much as the Traverse.

[@josesuayandds4003]

What if GM finally puts the diesel in the traverse and Colorado?

[@NWI_Steel]

I really wish GM would have made this RWD with a proper transfer case and 5.3. But they know it would sell like hotcakes and cannibalize all the Tahoe sales

[@G-Rated]

Lol. NAh, nothing could cannibalize the Tahoe’s sales. For as long as cars travel on the ground many people will always want the latest Chevrolet Tahoe regardless, people just love them so much and not just Americans. I think you’re criminally underestimating the value of the Tahoe. A mid-size RWD SUV wouldn’t cannibalize Tahoe sales. The only slightly less expensive but significantly smaller SUV wouldn’t sell as well as you think, that’s why *gm* has a lack of interest. It won’t have a V8 it’ll have the same 2.7t as the Colorado. With the level of tech and comfort *gm* offers today, top trims of that mid-size SUV would be well into the $60k’s and for that kind of money they’ll inevitably be circling around the Tahoe on the showroom floor anyway especially when you’re getting so much more for your money.

[@FrequencyORD]

Yeah a 5.3 in something like this in the modern day would be next to none.

[@Dankcatvacs]

that what i thought with all this sales hype

[@hhjones9393]

That's why they killed the Trailblazer had. It had 80% of Tahoe capacity and towing, 25% better mileage, 15K cheaper

[@LyionsMountain]

The 5.3 that makes similar power to the 2.5 but has massive issues with lifter failure and gets worse mpg? What a enticing motor

[@FrequencyORD]

They should’ve kept the V6 in the traverse, or at least as an option. Some people like that low end torque. Plus, downsizing to a 4 cylinder in a vehicle this size isn’t going to make much of an mpg difference at all. My parents have a 2020 traverse ls with the 3.6L V6 and it’s a wonderful engine, it also comes with the reliability of no turbo.

[@AutoReport1]

The 3.6 had a bad reputation with mechanics who sometimes had to fix some of them and think they have to fix all of them and can't. Plus the big 4 is a truck engine not a repurposed car engine. Lots of torque lots of power.

[@sleepyg2011]

Just mentioned that Exactly!

[@robscherer]

Tahoes are sweet but so is the new Traverse!

[@TimeMariner]

😂😂

[@jaygunter3828]

I just rented a brand new one for a few days while on a trip. It was very comfortable and drove well, but the power seemed a bit low.

[@pman3226]

That's a gorgeous vehicle. Looks like a mini Tahoe. Love it.

[@weegeemike]

That Traverse is as damn near as big as the Tahoe now! Crazy. Id still take the Tahoe. I know older Traverses had reliability concerns and i would always rather have a body on frame, V8 SUV. One of the last of a drying breed, and im glad GM still has the balls to make them.

[@Xmoto16]

Tahoe is the better vehicle but you gotta pay more. Go with your budget.

[@dougm7744]

It's subjective. I had a 97 tahoe for 20yrs, loved it but times change. Can you get 8 seats in a Tahoe or have to up to a suburban (more $)? Traverse LT has 8 seats and is smaller than a Tahoe, easier around the city, less gas. Really depends on what you need it for.

[@kenyongillespie8652]

Great looking vehicles! We bought a new Equinox 36 months ago,now with 75,000 miles with no problems yet. Hope we can change into the Traverse

[@onenickthomas]

14:03 "wheres the lane departure" "Wheres the light controls" ... you pointed it out.

[@svpracer98]

My mom has the outgoing version of the rs trim... It's comfortable if not a bit outdated... But she likes it way more than her 1st gen Acadia.

[@MiguelHernandez-ph5ke]

If you’re the sort of person that buys these things new and sells it to buy something else in 4-5 years, yeah a traverse is probably a more sensible option than a Tahoe for 4/5 people. But for people like me that buy them when they’re five years old with 70-100k miles on them I’ll still be looking for a Tahoe because I know they run forever with pretty simple maintenance cause they’re just Silverados with fancy suspension and a full body.

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

Just two different "appearance packages" here for the most part. Just isn't enough approach angle in the Z71 (and I wouldn't waste my money on it) if I ever actually needed to drive on a bumpy dirt road or even an easy off road trail. Probably OK in snow, but would like to see a test of that.

[@dmedina1014]

Dislike that the Z71 doesn’t come with ventilated seats😢. I’m from South Texas, so it would’ve been perfect with that at least.

[@Maxwell1989]

I agree

[@LydonLewisDoUbLeZz]

Welp ... thanks guys been waiting for u to get your hands on of these and im pretty much sold! When I'll be able to get one much like the reliability rating of these new engines, time will tell LOL at least I know what I want next!

[@ted101975]

Need a comparison with the pilot and Highlander. Resale value also after 3-5 years

[@Ryan2022]

Why do you need that? Everyone knows Honda and Toyota have better resale if you want a Honda or a Toyota go buy one

[@G-Rated]

@@Ryan2022 Well it seems like he _doesn’t_ want the Toyota or Honda instead but like majority of us in America who have heard enough of the same Japanese propaganda from biased reviewers and brand loyalist in comment sections, he’s probably concerned he won’t get decent resale value in 3-5 years with anything that isn’t the underwhelming Japanese competitors. People like you are exactly the reason Ted said what he said and wants to know the answer to his question, because not everyone wants to spend their money on a Honda or Toyota. Americans do because they’re forced to feel that they SHOULD. It’s certainly a brand perception thing.

[@Ryan2022]

@@G-Rated I think the Tahoe has very good resale. I don’t know about the traverse and I’m not one of those people that says you should only buy a Honda or a Toyota I Honda and Toyota and had very good experiences with them. I’ve also had products and Ram had zero problems with any of those either.

[@kidwelldavid6136]

Somebody will buy it. I feel it’s better than that cyber heap.

[@dramey1014]

We need a Traverse Z71 Vs. Explorer Timberline video

[@whiz3528]

We were interested in a Traverse but not with a little 4 cylinder. Turbo say the engine is too small so they try to pressurize a small engine to make it seem as if it had more power, The V6 is the only engine we will consider in a vehicle this size. GM's slow death.

[@joer6571]

The traverse has been historically a pile of poo. All of my generation bought them for our young families only to go through multiple engine and transmission failures. One girl went through 3 transmissions. One of my buds has a newer low mileage one with the turbo 4 and just had to have the trans replaced. Might have better luck with the Tahoe.

[@Ryan2022]

Tahoes are reliable and better in every way

[@G-Rated]

Why is everyone talking about older Traverse as if this is just a refresh and nothing has been changed? 🤡

[@killercan10]

Uh...none of the Traverses have had a turbocharged 4 cylinder until the all new one now. The 09-17 and the 18-24 both ONLY had the 3.6 V6. Sounds like your friend must be driving something else.

[@joer6571]

@@killercan10 19, has the 2.0 turbo engine. It was in the shop for a new transmission. Low mileage. I’ve seen it. I heard wailing. It exists 👽

[@killercan10]

@@joer6571 Ah the engine they used for all of one maybe 2 model years 18-19 that they sold like 5 of. See, there was so little of them that it passed right over my mind.

[@RockySeuUnite]

Just bought a 24' Explorer ST and this looks like an amazing option

[@rickn.7298]

I really like the new updated 2024 Traverse Z71 when I first saw it and was seriously contemplating buying one as my new vehicle even with the steep 54k price tag. But to put a 4 cyl on a big & heavy SUV, even if it is turbo charged, is just a deal breaker for me. GM really dropped the ball on this one! They could of at least offered a v6 as an option especially on the z71 package and I know I'm not the only one who feels this way. Nope, not gonna pay 54k for a grocery hauler.

[@NWI_Steel]

Disappointed the entire driving portion was on supercruise and no impressions on the new 4 cylinder powertrain

[@sleepyg2011]

And No Naturally Aspirated 3.6 V6 The 4 cylinder Turbocharged powerplant is a long term liability regardless of torque and horsepower 5000lbs. SUV a 4 cylinder turbocharged powerplant makes no sense. I personally prefer the naturally aspirated 3.6 V6

[@WheresHerb]

Give it a proper 4wd system and it would be pretty cool.

[@G-Rated]

Z71’s twin-clutch AWD system can most likely conquer anything the AWD system you have in mind can conquer.

[@coldsun2939]

I really wish that you could count on this to be rock solid reliable for long haul or at least have a warranty like Kia/Hyudai to back it up. Unfortunately it doesn't and that's a no go sadly as it looks great!

[@leeedens9497]

Two very different vehicles (aka segments/classes of vehicles), for two very different buyers, there’s a reason GM made a large-size CUV, for those that don’t need a full-size body on frame SUV and all of its towing and payload, but to carry people

[@Parker53151]

Why doesn’t Chevy use the same 2.7 engine it uses in the Colorado and Silverado?

[@WheresHerb]

They really should huh?

[@ALMX5DP]

Could be a variety of reasons, from NVH to fuel economy or emissions, or even the ability of the transmission to handle the output adequately.

[@NWI_Steel]

The 2.7 is rwd based. The 2.5 is transverse mounted fwd

[@youngblood23rb]

Maybe they did not want to have to offer engine replacements due to the cranking blocks on the 2.7

[@ALMX5DP]

@@NWI_Steel that in and of itself isnt necessarily indicative of the reason. Ford uses it's 2.7 and 3.5 Ecoboost architecture in both transverse and longitudinal applications. So it technically was possible to implement by GM here too, but likely there were other considerations that made the smaller displacement more advantageous/appropriate.

[@JokerG16]

Come on TFL 🤣 this isn’t in the same league as the Tahoe

[@NWI_Steel]

Offers about 90% of what the Tahoe does for 67% of the price

[@AmcoAutoGlass]

it's superior to tahoe

[@G-Rated]

@@AmcoAutoGlassNot so fast, the 2025 refreshed Tahoe is giving this thing a run! *gm* has updated the Tahoe very nicely.

[@waterloo123100]

@@NWI_Steelthe Tahoe is far more reliable and has a better resale value for a reason

[@cheapme1850]

Lately, GM has come out with some nice vehicles, for example the new Trax and this Traverse, but I would hesitate due to the engines. An optional 4 cylinder, or better yet a hybrid Trax and a V6 in the Traverse would seem to attract more buyers. Why would I buy this when I can get a (likely) more reliable V6 Grand Cherokee, or better yet, the 4xe GC?

[@Ultiman7]

Great video comparing these models. Dear automakers: less screens, more buttons please.

[@RezandJen]

Don't like the 2.5 liter. Yes the power is decent but it's unrefined. Only the Pilot, Telluride and Palisade still offer a traditional V6.

[@thejayvodlexperience7856]

they need to make the bench seating available in the higher trims..... 8 seater would be awesome there as well!

[@mhuepfel76]

New engine- 4 cylinder- what can go wrong?

[@harrysylvester2736]

Actually those wheels are aluminum on the RS and have significantly less rotating mass that the Z71.

[@Elvis2416]

I wish more vehicles would get the gear select up out of the center cup holder area like this or the Tahoe.

[@martymcfly256]

Ordered my Traverse Z71 in red 3 weeks ago.

[@trumpisastump9382]

Did you pay MSRP?? When is it due to arrive?

[@martymcfly256]

@@trumpisastump9382 Yes, the quoted price is MSRP. I even got a deal on the electronic rust inhibitor. It should arrive by late June.

[@andrewbelperio1837]

the rs is way more expensive than the z71 but it also has everything standard. a full loaded z71 approaches 55k, a much smaller gap. the rs still has a lot of things that you can’t get ok the z71, so the pricing makes sense.

[@HALWG51]

I have the Z71 in the white like your RS. I don't have super cruise, nor do I want it for my driving.

[@ls60fd]

It be nice if Chevy built a mid size 4x4 body on frame true SUV like the 4Runner. But given what they did to the Blazer name plate, I doubt it.

[@harrysylvester2736]

It's called the Chevy Tahoe.

[@ls60fd]

@@harrysylvester2736 Tahoe is full size. Mid size would be like the old S-10 Blazer

[@harrysylvester2736]

@@ls60fd suburban is full size.

[@chadsmith3680]

I always love a Nathan review. Keep it up

[@ghanemalali514]

Guys I’m a bit confused in terms of mechanics but all i know there is a difference but which one feels more comfortable on the roads ? RS or z71?

[@angelogarciajr5356]

Too bad. Not one word about sound system? Choices. Cost to upgrade and is the bose worth the upgrade?

[@TheJoeshExperience]

I was hoping you'd do a video like this. I watched a video about the traverse yesterday and my first though was that it would be a good cheaper tahoe

[@AlexTampa-zn9xo]

The RS looks great for city.

[@Z2357111319]

Are you kidding?! I have both a Tahoe and a traverse, I prefer the Tahoe hands down...

[@ALMX5DP]

What makes you prefer the Tahoe?

[@jeremyoliver]

Tahoe is WAY more reliable, the v-8 options are bulletproof. I have the smaller 5.3 and it's got plenty of power. It also has better towing, better off-road manners, more space, easier/cheaper to work on, and better resale value. The traverse will get slightly better fuel economy, have a slightly better ride and be a little less expressive up-front. But when you factor in depreciation and potential repair costs over time for the traverse, it would probably be close to a wash on overall cost. I'd consider leasing it to be safe.

[@trumpisastump9382]

@@jeremyoliver "Slightly better fuel economy" as in 24% better???

[@jeremyoliver]

@@trumpisastump9382 I actually looked it up and it depends on the motor you select. The Tahoe (4WD) gets: 6.2L gas: 14city/20hwy 5.3L gas: 15city/20hwy 3.0L diesel: 21city/28hwy The Traverse (AWD)gets: 17city/25hwy

[@KevLaswiss-c4u]

I was at a Ford store today looked at a Ford Explorer Timberline I think it was called very similar t this Chevy traverse z71 side by side test would be interesting a Honda Pilot Trailsport too

[@MegaRetr]

Best looking suv! love it)

[@thomasbordi8726]

You the BEST THING ABOUT THE T.F.L......😁.

[@RonnN-gf8tm]

No more C-shape headlights? I liked that look...this doesn't seem too bad thou

[@TheTroutTricker]

Test drove the Traverse. While it looks great and has a big screen, it felt very underpowered. It felt like a huge car with a tiny engine. It has a lot of room, but they should have kept the V6. I even put money down on it. Then I drove another vehicle that was smoother and more powerful. A real shame because I love the looks of the new Traverse. Be sure to test drive everything before making decisions.

[@dustinm8800]

Traverse for almost 60k??? Too much

[@chrislee3414]

Did he say combined 20 MPG? With a highway rating of 26/27 MPG? So that means that this thing, with a 4 cylinder, gets in the teens in city driving? That's as bad as my 16yr old Mazda 3.7l v6.

[@trustbuster23]

Nathan, tired and a little grumpy on a press trip, has some gems in it. If the fancy tech in that new engine works, it might be a winner.

[@CaliAAA72]

57K for a 4 cylinder with 22 inch wheels??? Hilarious. No thank you.

[@landisreynolds8496]

Only thing I don’t don’t like is the plastic on the dash

[@turboash78]

This is a minivan without sliding doors. Gravel roads are off-roading now? Ha.

[@sarahgerhard2532]

You talked alot about handling and tires. How would they compare in the snow?

[@martola305]

Wifey Had a 2017 traverse for for 5 years not bad but gas guzzler for the v6 its was 14.3 mpg. None the less AC comp. Went out and now wifey is in 2024 sorento lease. And that better than the traver.

[@LetMeCook86]

4 banger with 21 mpg and quad exhaust! 😂

[@killercan10]

That's better than the V6s get. Driven plenty of those over the years at work and they struggle to average 20mpg.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

That interior is just…😍Chevrolet makes the best interiors on the market.

[@03stage2]

You're right, I need a STRETCHED Tahoe!

[@Jimmy-ph8xn]

Supercruise really needs to be available on more models

[@elir.torres8642]

These are nothing but souped up Chevy Cruze with a 2.4 Turbo engine with a jacked up suspension.

[@ajesuale]

lane departure is on the screen literally right next to your finger as you are holding the wheel

[@LaRuta-sk8rr]

If it were a bycicle it would be a gravel bike (that looks like a mountain bike), it’s not a mountain bike nor an aero bike. Now about that engine, seems very small for the weight it has carry around. Looks very nice though.

[@NOMADXVENTURES]

The traverse was a visual and mechanical nightmare. The Tahoe quite the opposite. I love the new look of the new Traverse, just hoping the mechanicals are just as good.

[@zhanwang311]

This car is designed very beautifully, almost perfect

[@Josh-lu1lp]

Do a slip test on the z71 please

[@dakotaracebrown]

With the problem all GM engines have with burning 1qt of oil every 2000 miles. Is just straight up ridiculous. Spending $40k plus on a vehicle that burns oil that often is ridiculous.

[@michaelclark2872]

The joke about the Google assistant was the best part of the video 😂

[@juliorod1126]

How’s the reliability on those new engines

[@jeffr6280]

Looks like Chevy bought the rights to the biggest piano black forest on earth. Should have called it Z-35.5. Two more vehicles that will dominate rental car fleets, and that's about it.

[@jakes5530]

Someone needs to do a 0-60 on this thing already. I would bet (like the Colorado) it’s slower than the V6 it replaces. Not that speed really matters in a family hauler, but just for sh*ts and giggles to see if the increased power/torque can offset the increased weight.

[@G-Rated]

It will be more reliable than the V6 though and that’s because this 2.5T is way more powerful and not having to work as hard to achieve the same results in performance.

[@mannyamaru]

I think it's 6.9 sec 0-60, whereas the V6 is in the 7s range. I have the V6 and it feels pretty peppy for the size.

[@OP941nine]

The 57k for the RS doesn't sound to bad when you're pretty much getting a baby Escalade

[@G-Rated]

No where near Cadillac in quality of materials but the technology in the new Chevrolets are getting really darn close. This design certainly looks and feels on the same level of Lexus TX, Infiniti QX60, and Kia Telluride but offers so much more for the money.

[@USAWILL]

Not even close to Escalade quality.