2013, 2014
MSRP:$8,000 – $12,000
The Chevrolet Trax 1.7D FWD combines compact SUV practicality with a turbocharged 1.7-liter diesel inline-four producing 128 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. Its front-wheel-drive layout can be paired with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering a 9.3-second 0–60 mph time and a 116-mph top speed. The front-mounted transverse engine uses DOHC, 16 valves and common-rail fuel delivery, with peak power arriving at 4,000 rpm and peak torque at 2,000 rpm. With a 3,049-pound curb weight, the Trax has a 23.81 lb/hp power-to-weight ratio.
The 2013–2014 compact SUV uses MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion-beam rear arrangement, complemented by vented front discs, solid rear discs and 205/70R16 H tyres. Five seats and 12.6–48.4 ft³ of luggage capacity provide useful everyday versatility, while the 13.7-gallon fuel tank supports a 718-mile total range. Measuring 167.2 inches long with a 100.6-inch wheelbase, the Trax is 69.5 inches wide and 65.9 inches high. With 52.3 mpg combined economy and 193 g/mile of tailpipe CO₂, its diesel powertrain and FWD layout emphasize efficient everyday SUV use.
Compact SUVGasoline2.0 143
$7,000 – $10,000
141
hp
5
seats
25.1
mpg
Compact SUVDiesel2.2 DI-D 150
$10,000 – $14,000
148
hp
5
seats
40.6
mpg
Compact SUVDiesel1.7 CRDi Blue 2WD
$9,000 – $13,000
114
hp
5
seats
51.1
mpg
Compact SUVDiesel2.2 e-XDi 220 2WD
$8,000 – $13,000
176
hp
5
seats
44.4
mpg
Small SUVGasoline1.0 T-GDI
$9,000 – $12,000
118
hp
5
seats
47
mpg
Light Off-road SUVGasoline1.7
$9,000 – $12,000
82
hp
4
seats
24.7
mpg
Compact SUVGasolineSCe 115 S/S
$15,000 – $16,000
112
hp
5
seats
36.7
mpg
Medium SUVDiesel3.0d
$12,000 – $17,000
235
hp
5
seats
27.6
mpg