Chevy Trax review company offers high-value quotient, plenty of substance, and an enjoyable driving experience for a vehicle with such a low sticker price. While the 137-hp three-cylinder engine isn’t as powerful as competitors with more horsepower, and front-wheel drive is the only setup available, it compensates with a long list of standard features and attractive styling on the inside and outside. This is why it made our 2025 list of the 10Best Trucks, and why it remains a great new car purchase for anyone searching for practicality, affordability, and appeal.
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In 2025, what will be new?
Two new features are added to the Trax. It’s hard to call something cheap, so rather we’ll say it has an attractively low starting price, which is crucial to its appeal. It is now available in two interior colors, Cypress Gray and Marina Blue Metallic, as well as running on E85 fuel.
How to choose between them based on price and features
Depending on trim level and options, the 2025 Chevrolet Trax starts at $21,495 and can go up to $25,395.
It comes equipped with some promising extras without exceeding the budget. There is nothing better than the LT when it comes to affordability and features. Our choice would be the heated front seats and steering wheel that are available on the LT, along with a large 11.0-inch infotainment touchscreen. In addition to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto is standard on LTs and up, making it easy to navigate and listen to music from your smartphone.
Engines, transmissions, and performance
Front-wheel drive is standard in the Trax along with a turbocharged 1.2-liter inline-three cylinder engine that produces 137 horsepower. There is no option for all-wheel drive. In town, the Trax is not sluggish, but on the highway you’ll feel the lack of power when merging or passing. Its conventional six-speed automatic transmission, though, remains better than many of its rivals’ continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) because it shifts smoothly and avoids droning associated with CVTs. There is a distinct car-like feel to the Trax, and it feels more agile than most of its competitors. The brake pedal feels reliable underfoot, and the steering is predictable and relatively communicative considering its basic transportation function.
Timings for 0-60 mph
Our testing showed the Trax could reach 60 mph in 8.8 seconds, which is slower than some rivals but acceptable for the segment’s admittedly low performance standards.
Typical MPG based on real-world usage
EPA estimates estimate the Chevy Trax review city and highway fuel economy at 28 mpg. These are similar to those of the Mazda CX-30 (although the Mazda CX-30 has a turbocharger) In terms of fuel economy, the Trax is more fuel efficient than the Hyundai Kona (both cars are all-wheel drive); the Trax only has front-wheel drive. In our SUV fuel-economy test at 75 mph, the Trax returned 30 miles per gallon. EPA’s website provides more details about the Trax’s fuel economy..
Cargo space, interior comfort, and interior design
A comfortable and easy-to-use interior, as well as plenty of space for passengers and drivers, is available in the Trax. Despite its driver-facing infotainment screen and climate controls, this affordable car’s interior is built with materials that are unexceptional. There is more rear legroom and cargo space in the Trax compared to the old model due to the longer wheelbase. Furthermore, the driving position is lower and more carlike this time around. Despite their trim-dependent nature, tech luxuries such as a sunroof, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel liven up the interior.
The future of information and connectivity
Standard on Chevy’s Trax LS and 1RS trims is an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, which is a larger screen than what was previously available on the most expensive trims of the previous generation. Trims LT and above come with an 11.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, which also includes an 8.0-inch digital gauge cluster. There is a Wi-Fi hotspot as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
Featured safety and driver assistance systems
Safety Rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Test results are available for viewing all Trax come equipped with the Chevy Safety Assist package. Check out the NHTSA and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety websites for more info about the Trax’s crash test results. There are several key safety features, including:
- An automated emergency braking system that detects pedestrians as standard
- Rear lane departure warnings and lane-keeping assistance as standard features
- Cruise control with adaptive speed
Positives
- Many features for the monPrice-to-feature ratio is excellent
- Roomy seating and cargo area given its subcompact siDespite its diminutive size, this vehicle has a roomy cargo area and seating area
- Available 11-inch center touchscreen is big and easy to uThere is a big, easy-to-use 11-inch touchscreen on the center of the device
Cons
- Slow acceleratiAcceleration is slow
- All-wheel drive isn’t availabAWD isn’t available
Updates
- No major changes for 202025 will not bring any major changes
- Part of the second Trax generation introduced for 20For 2024, Trax introduces the second generation
Protection against defects and maintenance costs
There is nothing special about Chevy’s basic warranty package, but the coverage offered by its competitors is quite similar as well. Unlike the Kia Soul, the Hyundai Kona offers a longer protection plan. The first year of ownership comes with a free dealer maintenance visit from Chevy, which is a nice perk.
- Three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty
- Five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty
- First-time visits are free of charge.
