Used 2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT SUV Review
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After One-Year, Very Happy w/Purchase
murdoughnut, Tampa, FL, 04/01/2013
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
The Good:
Space (lots of it).
Have fit five adults, two infants in car seats, a dog and a stroller in the car before.
Cargo area is plenty big, even with the third row up; While heavy on acceleration, actually turns quite nimbly for its size; Comfortable ride in every seat - third row can accommodate a small adult for normal trips, and a larger male for short trips.
Bad: Gas mileage … (~17), cargo door not very wide/tall
Overall: Would definitely buy again; this car fit my exact needs for something safe for my infant twin sons, large enough to carry their stuff, but stylish enough for a 32-year old man who refused to own/drive a minivan.
Gas mileage sucks, but didn't buy for that.
Great space and ride, poor reliability
Kenneth, Tampa, FL, 06/19/2017
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
I've had this car since new, and now have about 75k miles on it. Here is a list of issues I've had with the vehicle: 1) Computer issue forced the car into limp mode repeatedly - this occurred periodically between 20-30k miles. Took three service repairs before they replaced the computer and the problem went away. It once happened while I was on the highway, forcing me onto the … shoulder - car would flash all sorts of warnings and then go into limp mode, and on a few occasions I would smell gas. Shutting down and restarting would reset it. 2) A/C line leak - the first time this happened the car was under warranty - probably around 30k miles. There was a hissing noise from the vent followed by the A/C stopping working. Warranty replacement of the lines (the whole line) fixed the problem. Now at 73k miles the problem has occurred again - same exact issue; 3) Radio stopped working - AM stations come in, but FM does not indicating that it's likely a problem with the tuner. It's hard to beat this car for cargo space, and it's a great hauler of people and things, but the maintenance issues have been horrendous.
You better RUN, because your traverse won’t!
Doug D., Blairsville, GA, 07/31/2022
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
Bought this certified preowned at 37k in spring of 2016. Have experienced a litany of problems throughout ownership including airbag failure, multiple electrical system failures, transmission replacement, burns about a quart of oil every 500 miles, washer fluid reservoir broken, coolant leaks, on and on. Gets about 14 mpg city 16 mpg highway. My young children and I joke every time we … see a Traverse on the side of the road, which is often enough that the joke resonates and is always fresh in their mind. Decided to cut bait and buy a Minivan from another manufacturer. Never again!!!!!!
Don't waste your money.
Michele Lemole, Tavares, FL, 01/31/2018
2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT 4dr SUV w/1LT (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
I have been the single owner of this vehicle. It has had problems from the get go. With in the first 6 months of owning it the radio had to be changed out 3 times. After they changed it there is an annoying rattle in the dash. Chevy says it's normal noise. REALLY!!! There was also a recall on the air bag system as well as the seat belts. It took them 3 tries to get the airbag system … to work properly. Makes you feel real safe. At around 40,000 miles the compressor for the A/C died at the cost of $1000. Of course it occurred after the 36,000 mile warranty was up. Now at only 5yrs old the alternator has died taking along with it the battery. The to the tune of just under $1000 as well. Also the blower for the rear A/C has stopped working. This vehicle is a money Pit!
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse LT SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Compliant ride
- Pro:seating for as many as eight passengers
- Pro:adult-friendly third-row seat
- Pro:massive cargo area
- Pro:top safety scores.
- Con:Large size hampers maneuverability
- Con:some minor interior annoyances
- Con:compromised rear visibility.
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