GM Authority Outlines 2020 Traverse Dimensions as They Fare to the Competition

The Chevy Traverse is an SUV that faces the typical competition from just about every mainstream auto brand in the nation! This is a wildly popular category right here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson, and this year's model is built on the extended-wheelbase version of the GM C1 platform which it shares most directly with the Buick Enclave. The Chevy Blazer, Cadillac XT6, and GMC Acadia ride on the same one, and while it is ready to heftily haul families and all their gear, the Traverse sees no less than ten rivals from the competition.

The GM Authority blog ran a story last week that set out to see just how big and spacious the Traverse is compared to its adversaries and crunch the numbers for some valuable clues. The 2020 Chevy Traverse rides on a 120.9-inch wheelbase, which is the longest in its segment. It sports an overall length of 204.3 inches, a width of 78.6 inches, and a 70.7-inch roof height. It is the longest overall and one of the widest and tallest, with its closest rival in overall size coming in the form of the Dodge Durango.

 

It is just slightly longer than the full-size, body-on-frame 2020 Chevy Tahoe SUV, although the Tahoe is roughly two inches wider and taller. The dimensions of the exterior allow for a nice payoff when you get down to passenger space, offering up generous amounts of headroom, legroom, and shoulder room. Within its segment, the 2002 Traverse ranks above-average in almost every dimension and provides the most accommodating space of all for third-row passengers. The Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride come close in the space race, with the sporty Mazda CX-9 and the Toyota Highlander being the smallest in the segment with the least spacious third-row seating overall.

One important attribute that this article lays out well is regarding the cargo capacity and how the Traverse dominates its competition in that category. Behind the third row is 23 cubic feet of cargo, coming in first place without a doubt in the race. Only the Atlas and Telluride are close behind at all, with 21 and 20.6 cubic feet, respectively. Behind the first row with the second and third row folded, and all rear seats folded, the Traverse boasts an overall cargo volume of 98.2 cubic feet, with only the Atlas coming at all close at 96.8. If your business or family requires what seems like a daunting amount of space to flourish, one fantastic choice is the Traverse, clearly leading the way as far as how much you can carry and the cold hard statistics of size!

Kelley Blue Book Highlights 2021 Chevy Traverse's Added Safety Features, Exterior Update

Practical and always poised to heartily go the distance, the 2020 Traverse is one of those vehicles that everyone here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson admits is currently in its prime. When a busy family or small business owner lays out in grave detail what they need from a vehicle, this is many times the item that tops the list. Who said you have to go with tiny??! Many are raving about the commanding and solid drive they get every time they get the Traverse out on the road. The 2021 model goes on sale later this year, and the well-versed staff on duty at Kelley Blue Book took a close-up look at the exciting changes and additions this past week on their blog here.

The incoming model will boast new front and rear-end styling, revised interior seating, LED lighting, and the ultimate cloak of family security: six safety features standard on all models. There is also an expansion of models that offer adaptive cruise control and rear-seat safety alert. The front grille really is the heart and soul of an SUV's appearance when you notice it coming, and the new look for the Traverse features a redesigned front grille characterized by very thin LED lighting elements. The rear tail-lamps now also take form in LED unit fashion.

Once inside the cabin, the seating now provides options for the second and third-row positions, and there is a dual sky-scape 2-panel sunroof featuring a new rear power shade. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are both new features, and the instrument cluster now provides a slightly larger 8-inch drive information display. In this year's model, some of the driver-assist and life-saving safety features are only available on select models. On the 2021 Traverse, Adaptive Cruise Control will now be an option on 3LT, RS, and Premier models.

The Premier and High Country trim levels are two of the options we would love to have you explore during a test drive if you're on the hunt for absolutely the best we have to offer, and they both now see the addition of a rear-seat safety alert system. Automatic emergency braking and front pedestrian braking are introduced to all models, and included are lane keep assist with lane departure warning, forward collision alert, automatic high beams, and following distance indicator.

The all-important engine lineup continues what is current: it offers a 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine and 9-speed transmission. The choices of trim level are LS, LT, RS, Premier, and High Country. When equipped with the second-row bench seat, the Traverse accommodates up to 8, and second-row captain's chairs are included on RS, Premier and High Country models to provide seating for 7. The staff at Motor1.com also claimed that the significant improvements in safety gear were enough to make any growing family or young professional choose the Traverse, and we agree wholeheartedly!

Forbes Praises 2020 Traverse For “High Sense of Style, Fun, and Adventure”

David Hochman of Forbes was put to the task of completing a “reality check” on Chevy's promises about safety, comfort and driving finesse, and he did his duty by taking the 2020 Traverse along on a family reunion in New England. He was right that these were high-stakes conditions: his wife, son, grandparents, and sister-in-law as well in nephew were in tow. He started his analysis by claiming that visually, the Traverse is a crowd-pleaser, as a “Tahoe that's been working out at the gym.”

With chrome accents and very smooth contours, the vehicle has great cues towards sophistication, which he enjoyed the presence of while picking up his father in law. Once you are inside, split-folding second-row seats and second-row captain's chairs all have access to climate and technology control, and the curbside seat is capable of tipping up and sliding forward to provide very easy access to the third row. David billed the Traverse as an absolute “warhorse” due to its V6 engine, 310 horsepower at 6,800 rpm, and nine-speed shiftable automatic transmission. As far as technology is concerned, the “mobile command center” upfront was definitely appreciated, that can sync with Apple's CarPlay to access useful apps from the iPhone such as Google Maps and Spotify.

On top of the standard rear-view camera system, the Traverse now also has an available HD Surround Vision cam that puts to use multiple cameras for an overhead view that proves to be extremely useful for a vehicle this size. The teen in tow on this particular trip claimed that it was like having a drone following, and also loved the rear liftgate that opens when you slide your foot close to the super cool Chevy emblem on the ground under the vehicle.

As far as cargo, airbags are in place to protect pretty much every corner of the interior, including front and side-impact for driver and co-pilot, and inboard seat-mounted side-impact and head-curtain impact for all rows in the outboard seating positions. One amazingly useful feature is the Teen Driver system that mutes the audio on any device paired up to the vehicle if seat belts aren't clicked, and gives warnings when the vehicle tops a certain speed. New for this year, Chevy introduced the first Buckle to Drive feature in the industry, that reminds young drivers to buckle up before shifting into drive, ultimately offering peace of mind in regards to knowing that those on the younger side are paid close attention to during the drive.

To sum it up, this review claimed that the Traverse is the “four-wheel version of the best uncle you've ever had”. It has style, plenty of safety features, and always offers a sense of adventure on top of plenty of space. No one is ever going to feel cramped, and all of us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson can agree that the ride definitely gets better with each family member. Come down and visit us during this back-to-school season and see for yourself just how ideal the Traverse and many other Chevy models are for your flourishing family this fall!

GM Authority Highlights in Detail How the Chevy Trax, Traverse, and Equinox are Perfect Fits for Families

As the summer months are upon us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson, many family reunions are taking place in the great outdoors for our valuable customers and all of us here on staff. We all truly feel that the Chevy is the #1 choice on the market for families, and the crossover body style definitely fulfills the requirements of lugging your loved ones around in tow comfortably. This past week on the GM Authority blog, they featured the “Family Reunion” video that showcases the so very useful features of the best family-friendly trio in the business: the 2019 Chevy Trax, 2019 Equinox, and 2019 Traverse.

The crossover variant has four doors, a hatch with plenty of cargo room, a high-riding stance with prime driving position, and ample space for passenger comfort. It's no surprise that this is a segment that has grown so fast in popularity among families, and during this video, the host begins by asking which of these three vehicles the family members gravitate towards. The 2019 Chevy Trax is fit into the subcompact segment, the Equinox as the compact, and the Traverse as the fullest-size seven-seater. The ad ends with an incentive offer for the 2019 Equinox, which provides for current owners of a non-Chevy vehicle to get 14 percent below MSRP on most Equinox models, attracting those who have developed loyalty elsewhere to check out the multiple benefits of Chevy ownership for the growing family!

The 2019 Chevy Trax provides very easy access and chair-height seats, and rear seat accommodations have been consistently ranked time after time as commendable. It's a very secure and highly maneuverable crossover that set out to provide a very high value and comfort point as well as having one of the best extended warranties in the business as an option. Peppy and fun to drive, ask us here at O'rielly about the LT package, that absolutely gives it the most bang for the buck.

We guarantee that you're going to love the solid-base 1.5 – liter engine and available turbo 2.0 – liter of the Chevy Equinox, and its incredibly firm yet controlled ride. It's a fun and powerful compact SUV that seats up to five and is the competition on the market for the Honda CRV, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape, and Jeep Cherokee. Exciting new features for this year were adaptive cruise control and front pedestrian braking, and both available 360-degree camera system and standard backup camera deliver high-definition views. Four USB ports for your devices are also now standard.

The 2019 Chevy Traverse is widely-known for an absolutely grade-A family trait: an ultra smooth ride during all circumstances! This is the vehicle you want if your family has experienced many frequent visitors or the abundance of growth lately: it seats up to 8 in three rows. Available in front or all-wheel drive, it's the SUV with urban style ques that also has a 5,000 – pound maximum towing capacity. The LT Premium Package includes the 360-degree camera system, 20-inch aluminum wheels, a rear camera mirror, navigation, high-quality Bose stereo, and household-style power outlet. Check out this new video from GM Authority here, and figure out which of the trio will fit your family's needs best for summer 2019!

O'Rielly's Sizzling-For-2018 Showcase: The New Traverse's Performance Report

It's exciting to see that the Traverse has been completely overhauled this spring, and has an abundance of new tech and features to keep everyone comfy and entertained during the ride. Legroom plays a big part as to what passengers request when they are ready to spend on a new vehicle, and the all-new Traverse boasts rankings as good as it gets there. A maximum amount of cargo room, space for passengers, and numerous great safety features are all found in this midsize SUV that we predict to be screaming right off the lot in very high volumes! When it goes on sale in the fall, the Traverse will be the fourth crossover SUV with an update from Chevy within the last year, joining the ranks of the Trax, Bolt EV, and Equinox.

One of the things that we think you are going to love about the look is the influence it gains from full-size SUV's, but blended uniquely and expertly down to the appropriately smaller package. LED signature lighting and D-Optic LED headlamps are also going to do their own duty to win you over, and part of the real excitement here is due to the shape and appearance of the rear. It is surprisingly extended and noticeable, and is almost unapologetic when it comes to tying up the shape of the new vehicle. Many have tried to be as sleek, curvaceous, and outright hidden when it comes to rear extension, and the driver who has a long trip planned will enjoy the extra packing room.

There are two new trim levels added for the 2018 Traverse: Luxurious High Country and Sporty RS are offered to give the driver a choice for more personalized appearance and feel. The High Country Trim gives you leather brown appointments accented with suede, and included D-optic headlamps, standard twin-clutch, and third row seats that power fold. When you opt for the new RS package, you receive exterior cues that are blacked out, a black chrome grille, and 20-inch wheels to properly sense the element of the upgrade. Inside is available seating for up to eight passengers, and the wheelbase is longer than the current model. Boasting 98.5 cubic feet, the Traverse is said to be THE #1 vehicle when it comes to carrying capacity, and a sense of durable space.

When you are ready to load up and go explore a place close to you, the bowtie Chevy logo lamp illuminates the ground, showing where you can quickly place your foot to activate the hands-free powered lift-gate. In the second row, there is a split-folding seat, with a better version of the original Smart Slide feature. Everyone on board will have access to USB charging ports in all three seating rows, and phone and audio controls mounted on the steering wheel are placed perfectly.

Lane keep assist, front pedestrian braking, and forward collision alert are other features that will help greatly with your commute. A new 3.6L V-6 and 9-speed automatic transmission are the goods that help get you around, and you can count on nearly 10 percent more horsepower than the current model to back you appropriately. An estimated 25 MPG is standard for this type of SUV, and anyone bound for wet or snowy conditions will appreciate its engineering for all scenarios. We can't wait until this release hits the lot, and we'll be standing by to assist anyone with questions about how they can call this their next personal vehicle!