The Engine Is HOW SMALL?? // Chevy Trax Review

[@Chris-hq7nl]

It’s kind of refreshing to see a car like this. It’s basic transportation that was designed as basic transportation but the designers obviously put effort into giving it a personality and they spent some money in places where it counts.

[@Tsuter1978]

Exactly my thoughts. Simple to maintain and repair. No added rear drive and all the weight and components that go with it.

[@davidglad]

That is my impression of the Versa manual too from yt reviews, namely relatively inexpensive reliable transport and likely easy maintenance. Although other vehicles likely being twice the price or more, as long as it lasts at least half as long (likely much longer) it's a huge win. Assuming you like what you get

[@jamisonz3365]

I would rather spend a couple thousand more and buy a Hrv or Corolla Cross. These two 2 litre NA engine would definitely outlast the Turbo three cylinder in the long run.

[@clintl1672]

Yep, basic transport. It has a strengthened engine to take the extra power(for a small engine) which will make it cheap to fix when the 1st buyer is done with it.

[@russellzauner]

i like the angry bee noises it makes when ya step on it

[@blanchae]

I like that it has a normal transmission and not a CVT

[@frankb5603]

Best comment !!

[@donreinke5863]

It better. Modern belt-type CVTs are a reliability disaster. Only ONE CVT was ever reliable, and could withstand v-8 power but it was seriously inefficient. That transmission was the Buick Dynaflow which ended production in 1963.

[@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl]

Why? CVT is more efficient and this is a shitbox.

[@donreinke5863]

@@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl NO one cares about effiiciency when any component has a history of problems and failure. The Dynaflow I mentioned was in production for 23 years despite being inefficient because ........ IT WAS DURABLE.. and..would handle far more torque in MUCH heavier vehicles.

[@vikingsoftpaw]

​@@F_JoeBiden-tu6clthere are many CVTs designs with long term failures.

[@TinMan1954]

I’m always impressed with your reviews. It doesn’t matter if it’s a cheap Chevy or a high dollar super car, you grade each vehicle on its merits.

[@BusyBadger]

That last bit, about grading on merit, is exactly the kind of message lost on the big three car mags.

[@502Chevy]

@@BusyBadger Sarah is way better than Car & Driver!

[@timzeringue2649]

I kinda like it.

[@johnholst]

This is made in Changwon, Korea; about 5 minutes from my house. This new Trax single-handedly saved our GM factory! They're selling these like hot cakes! At this price, this is a really great little car!

[@user-zu5do6ri6r]

I just bought one yesterday.

[@rosestrohm7986]

who would've thunk that people like non american cars lol

[@melissasmess2773]

@@rosestrohm7986German cars, yes.

[@kelee4730]

However! You guys saves GM factory in assembly quality ! Less payment longer work time harder working Asian labor makes US cars great again

[@DUCKSAREEVILLLLLLLL]

@@kelee4730 All union labor in South Korea, by law. They're probably making more per hour than most Southern American non union labor.

[@Primus54]

I love the enthusiasm when Sarah gets to review these economy vehicles. You’re right, absolutely nailed the wardrobe color. Thank you as always, Sarah. 👍👍👍

[@mikelastname]

Shame the Chevy didn't bring its A game and have a grey check bumper.

[@Primus54]

@@mikelastname 😉👍

[@fucker1714]

Simps gotta simp

[@Mike-Twins-lover-d2h]

She's a cutie!

[@jetsons101]

We had a Chevy Aveo a while back, it was such a fun little car..... Best part is that you could leave it downtown with the keys in the door and nobody would take it.......

[@randolfo1265]

I used to leave mine unlocked with the bagpipes in the backseat. Nobody ever stole the bagpipes either. Sometimes there were even more bagpipes when I got back to the car!

[@jetsons101]

@@randolfo1265 LOL LOL

[@marknwpa2746]

@@randolfo1265 I filled my 09 Aveo and 2014 Spark with trash. Perfect anti-theft.

[@garykeith1048]

Like my Chevy Vega and the Chevette. Abysmal cars not it for the American road.

[@airheadbit1984]

I had a metro, three cylinder, 45mpg, 13" tires (think driving a go-cart) then upgraded to a 2005 Aveo 'standard' which means no A/C, Standard shift, bad seats but it's lasted 200K miles, I wanted something for long trips and found a 2018 Sonic RS Hatchback, great handling and ride, driving in flat rural area at 45~55 MPH I get 46mpg, while I like the Sonic RS the lowered body makes driving through gutters a pain.

[@atrain132]

I agree. I miss the hatchbacks, and smaller cars. Car manufacturers pushed too many crossover / SUVs.

[@Michael-ur5qb]

Same thing happened with cars that’s happened with housing. People wanted as big as possible with as many features as possible and the manufacturers saw $$$. All of my friends have suvs and trucks, which is bizarre cause many are anti having a family but want these large vehicles. And for whatever reason the wealthy became drawn to $80k trucks. Since sedan sales are up for pretty much every major manufacturer I think it’s a miss for the Big 3 to not at least have one.

[@genericreference6969]

Just think of this as a slightly puffed hatchback! I can see a place for both! With luck , the Trax may convince some people in bigger vehicles to step down a bit to this level. Could the Trac be a right-size compromise for all?

[@rickmossop3733]

Fuel economy standards. Crossovers count as SUV/Trucks which qualify for a lower fuel efficiency. So manufacturers started to turn cars into crossovers to workaround onerous fuel efficiency standards.

[@miniaddict4534]

​@@Michael-ur5qbexactly. Manufacturers are just producing whatever has the most demand. In the US, everyone wants an SUV so they can carry all of their stuff.

[@guentherwilke2055]

You have to remember how much (of the total) buying power Boomers have. They enjoy the experience of getting in and out of these taller vehicles.

[@niklaswejedal463]

I so agree with you regarding the silly "mono culture" the car makers cutlivate today, with more and more crossover/suvs and basically nothing else... They are not the answer to every question - sometimes you want smaller, sometimes you want better space in the same footprint., sometimes you want better handling.. I hope this stupid trend will die off soon, so we can have more variety, like in the 90s and 00s. And just like you, I really like the color - wish one or both of my cars were in that yellow, would look great. Thank you for what you do and Stay Awesome - and I hope you can continue to do these top-notch car reviews - they are simply the best.

[@OnTheRocks71]

These things are selling like crazy compared to the old Trax; I've started to see a bunch of them around and I think they're a nice looking small car. I also think there's still a huge market for people looking for a new car that starts at 20k and doesn't look like an absolute turd (Ford EcoSport!), but still offers a lot of features if not world class performance. A nice value in a pretty package. My only hesitation might be to the longevity of the 1.2, I think owners would be wise to strongly adhere to a prompt and timely oil change interval that's more frequent than what the manual or car says.

[@tomheringer2047]

And use a 100% synthetic oil like AMSOIL, RED LINE, etc.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Speaking of looking like an absolute turd... Chevy Spark comes to mind. Glad it's gone.

[@anthonyrowland9072]

@@tomheringer2047Also run a little thicker oil than they recommend. Toyota recommends 0w8 oil here but recommends 0w20 or whatever in other countries. They're just trying to run a little thinner oil for CAFE standards here to EEK out a tiny economy improvement. This is probably the same.

[@waterzap99]

​@@tomheringer2047most owners of this car won't use amsoil. You would be lucky to have them change oil.

[@tomheringer2047]

@@waterzap99 Sad but true.

[@mycomputerification]

Finally an actual review of a vehicle starting with the under body and not just driving around.

[@tperki2322]

I love how Sarah color coordinates her top and nails to the car color. And the underside of the car, no hairy cardboard, no plastic, but a bunch of what looks like masking tape LOL. Thanks Sarah, got my fix of SNT today.

[@davidboda1640]

Sarah underside 😮

[@jonelmer3518]

"Why does everything have to be a crossover or suv?" yes!

[@drift3rkid66]

Or a big ass truck!!!

[@danielrobert7181]

Because about 1out of 3 North Americans flirts with obesity and just feels miserable in anything but a relatively cavernous cockpit.!

[@jonm3462]

Yeah I just noticed your yellow shirt matches the suv’s color. The skirt looks nice too. Everything you do is awesome and entertaining. I start binge watching your vids and cannot stop. Sarah you have no filter you are just being yourself and I love that.

[@Rjhs001]

Yeah, we've all had MPVs and SUVs foisted on us by the manufacturers when all most of us want is a freakin' car. Thanks Sarah, as entertaining, informative and fabulous as usual.

[@BoopSnoot]

Chinese version is so much nicer though! Nicer interior materials, rear arm rest, rear vents, better 1.5T engine and transmission, not sure why we got the cheap one. :(

[@krazed0451]

Bring back the hatchback!

[@stevemawer848]

If people didn't buy MPVs and SUVs no-one would make them. Just sayin'.

[@krazed0451]

@@stevemawer848 They have been pushed hard by the automotive industry and their perpetuation encourages other people to adopt them in what effectively becomes an arms race as an attempt to feel safe. Just saying.

[@Rjhs001]

@@stevemawer848 Hmmm...I'm with Paul Weller on this one. "The public wants what the public gets". Not the other way round.

[@skiptisdale3912]

I have a 2014 cruze, its a love/hate relationship. i have had it for 10 years with almost 200k miles, lots of maintenance and 2 turbo replacements. had some great memories in it but would not recommend it at all. I believe Sarah is right, people want reliable cars/sedans and chevy just isn't the best choice. Probably why they killed most of them off.

[@jakewade7388]

I had a 2012 Cruze. It was a total POS and I am very easy on my vehicles and service them regularly.

[@eugenepeters-rb8xu]

so what was the cost at 200000 miles for years driven?

[@skiptisdale3912]

@eugenepeters-rb8xu I probably spent about $10,000 in repairs over the past nine years

[@markleggett3944]

The big problem is the 1.2 turbo engine. Engines with these wet belts are very prone to fail at relatively low mileage.

[@limozine8466]

The trend of putting small turbocharged engines in larger / heavy vehicles is a bad idea if you want longevity. Smaller turbocharged engines in heavy vehicles are under a lot more strain than a larger naturally aspirated counterparts.

[@dansil92]

Agreed, I would never purchase an engine with a turbo for a daily commuter. I'll stick with my naturally aspirated mazda!

[@waterzap99]

Maybe. But at least you might be able to replace the engine for the price of a big Mac meal.

[@glenns5627]

... "word" ... Reliable or Turbo, pick one. I'd rather feed my n.a. slug more gas than eat a turbo every 60K.

[@phiksit]

Can't believe this has a smaller engine than a Spark. It also has GDI and a wet timing belt... ugh. Spark's had a timing chain, port injection and "optional" 5 speed manual which I couldn't get when I tried to order one new.

[@Bryan_Jake]

But they make more power which helps with sales.

[@laughingmadman853]

The Sonic was a tough car. I was delivering auto parts and was at a red light. An H3 Hummer never slowed down and rear ended the car while it was going 55. The Sonic was NOT totaled. It actually just needed some body work. I myself was sore but the car survived

[@bradzimmerman3171]

That would totally destroy a Silverado,that can’t pass a crash test

[@AIDAHAR210]

That would obliterate a Ford F150.

[@nonyanks2510]

Still have my 3 banger 93 Metro but it weighs just 1400 pounds and is my Street Legal Go Kart that gets 46 m.p.g. winter and 61 in summer ! I agree, I want a car NOT a blimp!

[@jimv77]

I always wondered how does a Geo Metro powertrain handle with 4 adults inside? With the A/C on? As well as going uphill?

[@pedex252]

@@jimv77 Not well. They also burn up exhaust valves quite easy if you drive them too hard.

[@phiksit]

Only the convertible had A/C and you usually had to downshift to third to get up an incline.

[@thomasthurston6656]

😂 lmao I need that for California 😊

[@elpepito957]

The Chevy Trax: "Bigger than you thought". Catchy slogan ! 😂

[@bobsmith962]

I thought size doesn't matter

[@Larry7lee]

OMG they made a 21st century Chevette!

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

Loved my old 1980 Chevette. Yeah, it is a modern version

[@hf1182]

I bought a new 82 Chevette and have a new 2024 Trax RS . There is absolutely no comparison. The Trax ride is great and it’s quiet as well. It handles like a dream at any speed. Plenty of power and has a nice automatic transmission rather than a CVC. This unit is a bargain at a list price of $26,400.

[@spod2998]

I would say it's closer to a modern GM J-car from the 80s, given the suspension and FWD (and that some variants had a 175hp turbo-4 option). Too bad there's no more Pontiac variant lol

[@BattShytKuhraezy]

Holy 💩 🤖👀💥

[@michaelchevreaux7780]

​​@@ahmadghosheh3104 Loved Chevette? Well, Guess There's Always a Few.

[@WrenchingOnCars]

Yes, the seat bolster test!!!!!

[@jamesbarbato2192]

Grow up

[@WrenchingOnCars]

@@jamesbarbato2192 Are you so old and cursty that you don't appreciate the effort Sarah puts into the seat bolster test?

[@toddthezondalover645]

​@@jamesbarbato2192Grow down

[@ThePudgyPlatypi]

Sonic owner here. 225k miles and going strong. It is a great lil car. Ill never understand why the general squid can't understand that they don't actually need more space and that if you make cars smaller and lighter then can both be more practical and be more fun...

[@CitEnthusiast]

Fuel economy is disappointing. But happy to see a more affordable new car being produced, and a UTuber talking about it! Thank you Sara.

[@theclearsounds3911]

Like Sarah said, it would get better mileage if they made it into a car. I think that's understated. Give it radically better aerodynamics, much less weight, and maybe a no-kidding economy mode, and I think it could hit 40MPG. But, who knows? Maybe they wouldn't sell if they looked like an economy car.

[@robinvansickle8551]

Fuel economy is great. My trax gets right at and sometimes slightly under 34 mpg.also the weight is a lot more than her facts of 3100 pounds.

[@theclearsounds3911]

@@robinvansickle8551 34MPG isn't great nowadays. A Toyota Camry gets a lot better than that, at least on the highway.

[@andrewdonohue1853]

@@theclearsounds3911 my 2022 crosstrek get around 29-30, but it's awd and we dont have any level roads here. constant hills kind of kills the mileage. it's a 6 speed manual. 29-30 MPG is just fine

[@shroomyesc]

@@theclearsounds3911 What is it right now if not a car?

[@randolfo1265]

"It's not a cross over, its a car with a lift kit" - Keep telling the truth Sarah!

[@rkgaustin]

Always enjoy Sarah's finger work pointing out the relevant items.

[@bobbailey5072]

I’ve been watching the Celica build since the beginning and now enjoying other builds and the auto reviews as well! Give it the beans!

[@stevedoherty1257]

I am glad to see a more run of the mill car reviewed. I cannot afford some exotic car or high end truck. I purchased a Chevy Trailblazer with the all wheel drive option and really like it

[@jameswarner7435]

I like it. I've always been a fan of practical cars like this. And the fact that it has a real automatic and not a CVT is super awesome.

[@Rex_Stuph]

As a connoisseur of 3 cylinders, that sounds pretty neat. Of course we won't see them in Australia because Holden went toes up.

[@matthewridgeway9250]

Holden Trax was a thing...

[@davenorman8251]

I'm pretty sure the 2023/24Trax is based on the Hyundai/Kia - Seltos/Tucson platform..

[@vikingsoftpaw]

Holden went T.U.?

[@Rex_Stuph]

@@vikingsoftpaw Yeah. They started selling rebadged, average Korean built cars (meaning, not of the quality of current Kia or Hyundai) for the "Aussie built" premium that they used to slap on their badge engineered Euro small cars, and, replaced the platform of the car that if you're buying a Holden for the sake of Holden, the Commodore with the updated front wheel drive Opel (which to be fair, is the evolution of the floor pan all Commodores were made from previously). But because Commodore drivers want to do skids and circle work, that didn't sell, so basically made themselves irrelevant to their target market.

[@Zeracho]

Connoisseur of 3 cylinders…Triumph fan?

[@russzitaruk9702]

I noticed one of these cars in traffic for the first time just yesterday. It has a nice stance and manages to stand out a little. The colors you showed are nice too. An inexpensive car, but I wouldn't feel bad owning one.

[@yano.moraes1492]

In Brazil we have a Chevrolet Tracker with the same 1.2 3cyl engine with infamous wet timing belt (same system used on Ecosport with 1-liter Ecoboost and we already know what happens...) If the owner/mechanic doesn't use the correct oil (here is 5W30 API SP Dexos1 Gen 3) and doesn't change it every 4-5k miles, the timing belt will disintegrate, clogging the oil pickup tube, solenoids from VVT, vacuum pump, oil channels and the blow/knock the engine very very soon.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

well of course, whoever doesn't change the oil every 4K miles or less deserves to have the timing belt disintegrate. its not too much to ask to change oil every 4K miles, especially on a very small hard working and high revving engine

[@palebeachbum]

@@cantwealljustgetalong2 Recommended oil change intervals on modern cars are much more than 4k miles. Anyone who still changes their oil every 3k miles is stuck in the past and wasting their money.

[@exNRGista2]

Wait, is that the infamous PSA 1.2 Puretech engine?

[@yano.moraes1492]

@@exNRGista2 it's not. Same number of cylinder and displacement but completely different engine (however the problems for both are very similar). GM's Engine code is LIH. Peugeot's engine code is EB2

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

@@palebeachbum wasting 20-25 dollars? that's why there are so many engine failures because people are being cheap.

[@francisdrelling4060]

The Trax is a great value. It is very well made, has solid materials in it, runs well, performs well and is highly reliable.

[@JuliusTurner-hm6ff]

Car just came out. You don't know what the problems will be.

[@francisdrelling4060]

​@@JuliusTurner-hm6ff Julius, I know someone who owed the last edition and it was all those things. The new edition builds on the last along with many well established technologies. So, I think the comments are warranted although you are correct that this is a new edition. Your comment equally applies to all new editions and, somewhat, to all new model years. But, still, with that fair note, my remarks are true.

[@XBX1MASTER]

⁠the engine on these are horrible

[@michelenewman4995]

Sarah, you are an inspiration to us car girlies everywhere. Your passion and enthusiasm makes these reviews and other resto videos so entertaining and informative.

[@sierrapapakilo5692]

Nice matching colors!❤

[@MrPziddy]

Seems decent for a cheap commuter... at least you can take it apart and back together with a basic tool kit... Sarah can do that I bet.

[@robertwheatley2471]

"Seems decent for a cheap commuter" ---So does my 12-year old Honda Accord which runs and drives almost perfect. Can't see or justify the reason why anyone would blow $26K on that thing unless they have money to burn. Most people right now don't.

[@spdcrzy]

The Cruze was a brilliant platform. I'm so sad that they don't make a sub-3000 pound compact sedan to compete with the Mazda 3.

[@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl]

Except that the car itself was crap. 😂

[@toddthezondalover645]

They used to. And the hatchback was actually a great car, available w 6mt

[@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl]

@@toddthezondalover645 Lol… the automatic was a better transmission.

[@popuppete]

It felt like GM finally got it all together, right before they canceled that model.

[@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl]

@@popuppete Felt like?

[@craigjoe8691]

My wife and i were on the market for a RAV4 or CRV and we saw these on the chevy lot. We bought 2 Trax for the price of what 1 RAV4 would have cost us out the door. On our 3rd oil change and absolutely love it. Would recommend .

[@dougdanger4903]

There's a very valid reason why the Rav4 is twice the price of the Chevy......

[@craigjoe8691]

@@dougdanger4903 doesn't matter to us. We replace our vehicles about every 5 years or before the warranty ends. We're high mileage drivers for our line of work and a RAV4 is a bad economic decision for us.

[@dethray1000]

i bought two ford explorers(4wd,everything on them) with each about 20,000 miles on them for less than these chevys and will get 150,175k miles and do nothing to them like the last exploders we had--i love how the exploders look,drive,big without being big--i think that is why the cops like em too,great car...

[@tmklunk]

@@dougdanger4903are you sure?

[@eugenepeters-rb8xu]

@@dougdanger4903 why

[@tvglasses]

Thanks! You definitely nailed it!

[@ccc3350]

I bought that exact same car in fountain blue. I love it. A pleasure every time I drive it. My standards are high. Because I also own new Corvette and Camaro. Trax is my daily.

[@thedreamfactory6964]

In what way are a Corvette or a Camaro high standard? Seriously, I have no clou.

[@ccc3350]

@@thedreamfactory6964 My standards must be much lower than yours. However I am very proud of what I have accomplished.

[@billiebobbienorton2556]

@@thedreamfactory6964 Clou???

[@thedreamfactory6964]

@@billiebobbienorton2556 Sorry. English is not my native language.

[@micksmith7140]

OK, I admit I only watched because of Sarah but I do like Korean built products. They have been fantastic in recent years.

[@Ride_Runner]

Hi Also It's sad that the American manufacturers stopped making sedans and coupes. At least they are offering colors. There are to many silver suvs!

[@Objectified]

It's not just American manufacturers. The entire North American market has gone the way of larger vehicles at higher prices, in no small part because the distorting efficiency requirements imposed by the government which have long since become counter-productive.

[@panamafloyd1469]

09:59 - There's got to be thousands of enthusiast guys/gals my age who still drive '90s GTIs and Civics because you can't find ''hot hatches" anymore. And some of the younger folks I know are importing things like Peugeot 205s, now that the cars are old enough. I guess with the internet, finding parts isn't a problem as long as you can afford the shipping.

[@wolfshanze5980]

The Chevy Trax is a cheap commuter car to get groceries and get to your college classes... it was never designed or intended to end up being a hot hatch.

[@sergeantbigmac]

@@wolfshanze5980 Who is going to college classes in a $20k+ brand new car though?

[@victordelacruz3898]

My wife and bought the 2024 Trax Active model a week ago and we love it. We decided to buy this vehicle because the low pricing, can’t wait to see how it performs on our trip to Vegas next week coming from the Phoenix area. 😊

[@KevinLittle-sq7dm]

How was it??

[@victordelacruz3898]

@@KevinLittle-sq7dm our trip to Vegas was amazing and the Trax rode well. Averaged 33 miles per gallon.

[@jamesgizasson]

I'm impressed that you actually put the car up on a lift and showed the chassis! Wish more reviewers did this! :)

[@drift3rkid66]

I'm going to start purchasing older vehicles as long as I can, because I like smooth, powerful V6s

[@markleggett3944]

These high strung turbo engines are the result of government fuel and emission standards. They will not hold up like a larger low stressed engine will. These vehicles are made for folks that trade cars every 3 years or lease them. They will not hold up for the long term; drive them until the warranty runs out, then ditch them.

[@johnoberle9750]

This car with its turbo three cylinder engine will floor you. The only thing that remains to be seen is longevity. If you were told it’s a v6 you wouldn’t know the difference. It quiet and smooth too. I drove my brothers Trax on a 500 mile trip. It was an enjoyable trip. Plus what’s cool about it is the hood line you look over reminds you of a 1970s car.

[@matthew-lh3zx]

❤ true not everyone wants a suv!!

[@RocktCityTim]

This was a highly unexpected result. The two remaining questions to answer are - longevity and reliability. That's a lot of weight for a three cylinder to be slogging around.

[@eugenepeters-rb8xu]

i thought that when i bought my 2016 cruze with 1.4 turbo iwasfreaked out but turned out best car i ever owned.

[@jackpoage5419]

The Datsuns from the '60s and '70s with 1.2 liter A12 engine were 1,000 pounds lighter.

[@johnoberle9750]

If someone told you it’s a six cylinder as you were driving it you’d be fooled by it.

[@rockyvi5709]

Sarah’s outfit is fire!

[@bmw328igearhead]

Sarah IS fire... YEW! EDIT: Nuclear fission/fusion produces less heat than Sarah.

[@stevenbissonnette7893]

@@bmw328igearhead those legs tho! 🔥

[@richardw64]

Wasn't this video about long legs?

[@bmw328igearhead]

@stevenbissonnette7893 I know right! Mile long perfection.

[@trails247]

​@@stevenbissonnette7893that's the reason I'm here

[@johnt.848]

Great timing by Eric of I do cars, pulling down a 1.5L 3 cylinder turbo engine to show the inner workings. I was surprised by how big the engine is and how complicated.

[@lediabolique5822]

A Sarah video - what a great way to start the day!

[@richardw64]

It's a nice looking car. Not everyone wants a racecar. I would like to see it here in Australia without the price hike that they put on imports. Well done, Chevy and thank you , Sarah.

[@stevemawer848]

Presumably the import price hike is to protect the car industry you don't have? 🙂

[@jonfranklin9361]

Nice review, Bring back the Chevy tracker. Loved that little vehicle. Thanks for sharing

[@RRr-yl8zr]

The Chevy tracker was just a rebagged Suzuki samurai / sidekick.. and there is no more Suzuki sold in the U.S.A. and they kind of work worth getting anyway because Suzuki made two little horsepower engines. But one of them was really crazy low horsepower. And that's the one they put in the Chevys they wouldn't put the bigger engine in the chevy. At least for the longest time that's the way it was...

[@jonfranklin9361]

@@RRr-yl8zr I remember the samurai, fun little auto to zip around town in. We had one we put a lift kit on an 33 inch tall tires. Tires were too much for that little engine.

[@pam7002]

I bought a 24 Trax. I like it. 30 mpg and it is wonderfully simple. I came from a Mercedes SUV that was over engineered and always breaking. I am happier with my Trax than I thought I would be.

[@violinmiata]

Great review! This people mover is refreshing to see, it’s simple and nice enough. It would be funny to see how far you could take it with modification.

[@kensota]

I love my 2020 Chevy Spark LS Manual. Super fun to drive this hatchback. Yet, people want SUVs and trucks. I'm happy with my Korean built rally car. Ken from Florida

[@tfeltmat2903]

US carmakers got out of the sedan market because they were getting their clocks cleaned by European and Asian manufacturers. But there are big profits built into crossovers, SUVs and trucks, so they continue to try and corner the market on those vehicles.

[@Objectified]

"Dur hur America bad" said the ignorant bigot. There are not big profits in the Trax unless it sells a large number of units. And most non-American brands also stopped make sedans and small cars and/or selling them in the U.S. market. Yes, there are big profits built in to those larger vehicles, in part because government efficiency standards are relaxed for them. The Trax is primarily made for the U.S. market, and it's manufactured as part of GM's global vehicle initiative in South Korea.

[@tfeltmat2903]

@@Objectified tell everyone you don't know what you're talking about without actually admitting you don't know what you're talking about. The Korean, Japanese and European makers are still making the same number of models they were years ago. The US carmakers have dropped their sedans Buick dropped all sedans in 2019. Lincoln dropped its sedans in 2020. Chrysler is dropping its sedan this year. The only vehicles that Cadillac used to make WERE sedans, now they only make two, soon to be one. Impala gone, Malibu gone, Taurus gone. What will remain? Corvette, and Mustang.

[@leedanielson7452]

When I first heard that chirp, I thought it was possibly a robin nearby....😂

[@teddyg210]

I bet a lot of people were looking forward to this review. I know I was eagerly waiting! lol. This is a nice little commuter for the price.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

not really. it looks kinda junky in person. definitely looks like it costs 20K or less

[@teddyg210]

@@cantwealljustgetalong2 I mean…..isn’t that what a commuter car is? No frills just A to B transport.

[@theogKavani]

It looks great in person. Not everything has to be some high end thing. This is a very nice car for the price

[@dpaulwilliams309]

Years ago I had a chevrolet sprint, three cylinder engine and a five speed transmission, and I loved it, it was fun to drive.

[@craigb5017]

The last generation Trax was "a study in planned obsolescence" (I read that in a review years ago). I can only hope this one is better.

[@myopiniongoodyouropinionbad]

I see these on the Chevy lot next to my work, and was confused when I saw it was a 1.2l. Its pretty big for an engine that small, but it at least looks better than the old Trax

[@tomquimby8669]

Nice shoes.

[@wolfshanze5980]

Rumor has it, there was actually a car cleverly hidden in the video.

[@CarsSimplified]

Colors like that really seem to pop without clearcoat applied for some reason. That exhaust is indeed weirdly big, though! I'm surprised a quick scan of the comments didn't reveal any comments on back pressure!

[@ottbee6976]

Great review. Thanks. A few commenters mentioned that the engine has the timing belt inside the oil compartment and so is soaked in oil. This design can be a problem. Would love to hear your view on this design.

[@markleggett3944]

Research the PSA Puretech 1.2 turbo engine. This is a version of that engine. Ford's 1.0 turbo engine with the same "wet belt" technology. This is a 3 year lease vehicle, not one for a purchase.

[@ReenTheBean]

I feel there are some things this vehicle could do without that would bring the price down even more but overall I like it! Brining it back to basics somewhat. And yes, a hatchback would be awesome!

[@LarsSveen]

No hump in the rear floor and three car seat anchors?! I'm sold.

[@renerobes30]

On the roads, all I see is a sea of SUVs. In traffic, when in a sedan or coupe (two terms that are moribund), the SUV forest limits forward vision, I try to move to the open lane spaces for safety. I agree with you, small hatchbacks 2 and 4 doors cars will sell if done properly. Example, Toyota has them, in varying sizes, and they sell.

[@wolfshanze5980]

I used to drive a Magnum (basically station wagon)... everything blocked my view... then I bought a Compact SUV and could see over all the sedans and coups... until a full-sized SUV or F150 blocks my view... Lesson? There's always someone bigger than you... back to the drawing board.

[@paulthing]

TY for the reviews. I also miss cars, esp hatchbacks.

[@stevemastbaum]

My mom just switched from her 1993 Buick roadmaster to a Chevy trax. It’s taking her some getting used to.

[@deucedaprodeuca]

This car used to have an AWD option, which is why they were so popular in the East Coast of the US.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

awd isnt really needed unless you live far north like buffalo to maine

[@wolfshanze5980]

The name "Trax" did have AWD in the past, but that was a completely different car... this particular model design never had AWD, it's new. Same name, very different car.

[@canoebelue]

@@cantwealljustgetalong2 We need it here in ski country NC mtns.

[@cantwealljustgetalong2]

@canoebelue ive driven in snow with front wheel drive almost all my life and it was fine...i guess if youre driving in heavy snow up hill on untreated and unplowed roads all the time i could see a need for it

[@sonalmalhotra07]

I drive my mom's three cylinder car. It's lovely drive it at 80 mph no problem and it's got only 25kmiles and is over 10 years old.

[@peanut71968]

“Grandma delivery vehicle”! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@rickwalsh91]

I really enjoy your knowledgable, enthusiastic and thoughtful reviews, in addition to your appreciated presentation!

[@mikect500]

I love the sound of my Triumph Speedtriple.

[@danielcastelaz4819]

I have a 3-cylinder turbo VW Polo in Taiwan and it is supper fun to drive...and it gets 50 mpg! But of course there must be a significant weight difference between my Polo and this Trax. But I would definitely consider this vehicle if I purchase a car here in the States.

[@guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248]

Sarah will be the catalyst that converts the entire nation to "correct" its mispronunciation of Aluminium.

[@mikespangler98]

Aluminum only has one I in it. 😉

[@guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248]

@@mikespangler98 Americans and Canadians pronounce and spell it "aluminum" while Sarah-N-Tuned, the British, and most of the world pronounce and spell it "aluminium". In North America, "aluminum" is the preferred spelling, while "aluminium" is preferred in most of the rest of the world. Don't take my word for it though... The world is at your fingertips.

[@guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248]

@@REDMAN298 Or... how bout "Titanum"? Nice try though! "Aluminium" makes perfect sense. Just like the metric system. But you just keep on using inches, feet, cups and quarts and everyone stays happy.

[@Hoopty91]

No wrong way, both have been long considered correct~

[@jamesreynolds4220]

@@REDMAN298 With the bolster test. Great for hormone production

[@craigdeeter8042]

Always love the little kid big grin right before the braking test :)

[@CamoradiWhite]

This car have pretty much perfect proportions! 👌🏻

[@tadinator1362]

I like that it's simple and has no silly drive modes. A shifter with a shift ability would be nice. It just seems like a fun affordable commuter. And yes, it sounds cool!

[@maxracer95]

"Gonna go give it... whatever bean it has" lmao😂

[@edwardlloyd1516]

That looks so well made. I'm really impressed. I have the same engine in my Peugeot 408. I love it. Just stick to the oil changes and only get them done at your dealer so you get the quality oil and filter and replace the wet belt before its too late. Give it a fresh oil and filter at 1000 miles to be on the safe side.

[@DarrenChubb-g7f]

Hi Sarah looks alright but the engine 1.2 ltr turbo way too small takecare

[@markleggett3944]

The "wet belt" technology has been a failure so far. I doubt this Chevy is any different.

[@sgregorybird]

I've been waiting for this review. I have nearly 27,000 miles on mine (it's a secondary vehicle) and I am still surprised I like it as much as I do when I drive it. Totally agree that I wish it was lower/a hatchback. It's fun to rip around Austin in, but the hill country and high speeds definitely cause the little 1.2L to struggle.

[@trails247]

I love that you color matched for the car. Nails and all. Just beautiful. My damn.

[@sjoukedijkstra7110]

I have a lot of experience with the 1.0 Ecoboost 3 cylinder from Ford in both a Focus Wagon and a Fiesta (2018). both 125 HP. I liked them very much, During my ownership (We had the Fiesta for 4 years) they were problem free. The Fiesta was with a weight just above a 1000 Kg, and a 6 speed manual a real hoot to drive. In all Fords wisdom they've now killed the Fiesta for Europe leaving us with only the Puma.If i had to pick between a Fiesta and a Puma, i'd choose the Fiesta every time. In a long run i could get the fuell consumption of the Fiesta above 50 MPG, but also managed to get it up to 120 Mph. The wet distribution belts can cause issue's, but as long as the correct oil is applied they should be OK.

[@2W3X4YZ5]

“Trax” was also the name of a low quality Kmart sneaker, the wearing of which was social suicide around 1975.

[@Charles_Mulberry_7977]

Matched the pointer and the lift arms too!

[@wishmire33]

Finally some pretty colors to choose from.. Why do all other manufacturers con 17:08 tinue to pump out the same boring white, black, and silver vehicles , year after year ?

[@stevemawer848]

It's what most people buy. Bright colours attract attention that a lot of people don't want.

[@wolfshanze5980]

If Orange cars outsold all other colors, then manufacturers would make tons of orange cars. You have only yourself to blame for what is offered on lots... people demand SUVs in black/white/grays... so that's what is offered... if everyone wanted nothing but day-glow orange station wagons, then all you'd see on the road and in car lots would be day-glow orange station wagons... I LOVE DEMOCRACY!

[@prettysheddy]

I just cant see this lasting past 150k miles

[@WayneSchowalter]

Through the wisdom of KZbin suggestions, I watched your video on the Trax and I loved it. So much information with great side quips. I’m hooked and have subscribed. Thanks!

[@julioblanco]

Dear Sarah, Nobody buys hot hatches in the US, but if we raise it a few inches and call it an SUV, the expectations change and we can't keep them on the lots. Regards, GM

[@atticstattic]

I had a 2016 Trax with awd - it actually was a blast in the snow!

[@manuelramirez7425]

Interesting vehicle, nice features. Your long Beautiful Leggs are the best part of the video, LOL !!! Awesome with the heels 👠 ❤❤❤

[@johnt.848]

Simp

[@michaelj7069]

As much as we love our cars here, there are those that just want cheap new transportation for themselves or small family. I’m actually pretty amazed at what you get with this. More companies need this approach. As much as I hate Chevy products, I think this would be awesome.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

First thing that went through my head: The skirt is how small? 😁 ;-) I always and absolutely love the matching colour scheme. 👍👌👏

[@Jay-sb2xs]

The new Trax looks so sporty! Love the color matches your outfit!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@pluggedev8464]

Reliable will not be a word to describe that engine in the future

[@ironmann16]

I bought the base 2025 model last week, and I love it. I was gonna get the 2RS, but I didn't want to finance a single cent, so I decided to buy the LS outright instead. I would like to have been able to upgrade, but for the price I got mine for, I couldn't be happier.

[@stephcooper5998]

Warning Will Robertson. 3 cylinder, 1.2liter turbo. After 50,000 miles you will be the proud owner of a broke car. With book followed maintenance. 2 year lease advised.

[@bruceneedles2204]

It will be a throw away motor when that turbo dies.

[@markleggett3944]

I wish that I will be proven wrong, but these wet belt engines have been an complete failure. The PSA 1.2 engine and the Ford 1.0 engine have had premature failure of the belts, which fragment and clog up the oil pickup and cause engine failure. Has Chevy solved this issue? I don't really believe that they have. The worst of it is that Chevy knew going into this that this technology was faulty.

[@markleggett3944]

@@bruceneedles2204 The turbo probably won't be the first thing that goes

[@markleggett3944]

These folks need to research the history of these "wet belt" engines. I suspect you know the issues.

[@dans79]

I had the Chevy Sprint with a 3 cylinder engine. It was forerunner to the Metro. It was surprisingly peppy and perfect for a college student.