The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse has been redesigned from the ground up. Changes include reduced weight and more passenger room, technology and power.
The previous-generation Traverse offered a generous amount of passenger and cargo space. Unfortunately, it was also heavy, and wound up feeling ponderous and slow on the road. For 2018, Chevy is looking to make the Traverse a strong all-around competitor in the three-row midsize crossover SUV market.
For starters, the Traverse has lost a few hundred pounds and gained 20 horsepower from its 3.6-liter V6 engine. There's also a new turbocharged four-cylinder with ample torque for drivers who need a quicker SUV. Both engines pair with Chevy's new nine-speed automatic transmission. Taken all together, that should improve the 2018 Traverse's handling and acceleration. It's certainly improved fuel economy, which is up 3 mpg to an EPA-estimated 21 mpg combined (18 city/27 highway). The turbo-four is rated to return up to 22 mpg combined (20 city/26 highway).
Passenger space has increased as well, with 3 extra inches of legroom for the Traverse's second row. Cargo capacity has decreased, but at 98.5 cubic feet (with the seats folded down) it still offers above-average storage space.
The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse comes in seven trim levels, starting with the base L trim. Standard equipment includes LED running lights, xenon headlights, heated power-adjustable mirrors, 18-inch wheels, and engine stop-start. Inside, you get cloth upholstery, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, seating for eight, a rearview camera, OnStar with a 4G LTE connection and Wi-Fi, Chevy's Teen Driver system, and a 7-inch MyLink touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
Moving up to the Traverse LS gets you access to all-wheel drive and some other options. The LT Cloth adds second-row thrones in place of a bench and an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat. You can also get a power rear liftgate, heated front seats, remote start and an 8-inch touchscreen (all standard if you opt for all-wheel drive).
The LT Leather then adds — you guessed it — leather upholstery along with a premium Bose sound system, a rearview mirror with a built-in backup camera display, a 360-degree camera, and six-way power-adjustable passenger seat. The Traverse Premier adds LED headlights, auto-dimming side mirrors, a hands-free liftgate, heated rear seats and ventilated front seats.
In between the LT Leather and Premier is a bit of a wild card in Chevy's lineup: the Traverse RS. This sporty version of the three-row SUV comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 257 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.
The new range-topping trim for the Chevrolet Traverse is the High Country, which gets unique leather, adaptive cruise control, a power-folding third row, and a unique all-wheel-drive system with a locking rear differential.
Make sure to read Edmunds' full review to find out more about the redesigned Traverse, and take advantage of our shopping tools to get the best deal on a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse in your area.
Used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Overview
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is offered in the following submodels: SUV. Available styles include LT Cloth 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A), LT Cloth 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A), and LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A). Pre-owned Traverse models are available with a 0-liter gas engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The used 2018 Traverse comes with front wheel drive or all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.
What's a good price on a used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse ?
Save up to $300 on one of 9 used 2018 Chevrolet Traverses for sale at dealerships within 25 miles with prices as low as $29998 as of May 21, 2018, based on data from 8 dealers and 35 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 4 to 5 out of 5 stars.
Price comparisons for used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse trim styles:
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse High Country is priced around $48545 with average odometer reading of 3874 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT Cloth is priced around $34438 with average odometer reading of 5300 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse RS is priced around $39688 with average odometer reading of 3032 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT Leather is priced around $41980 with average odometer reading of 5631 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LS is priced around $30999 with average odometer reading of 2413 miles.
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Vehicle LT Cloth 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
Review Wife and I went to the dealership as part of due diligence to "rule out" the Traverse because it was in our price range as an available 3-Row vehicle for the family. Immediately upon beginning the test-drive, it was clear this was a game changing vehicle. Astonished, my wife and I left the dealership to go re-drive a couple SUVs we had previously considered. There was no doubt the redesigned 2018 Traverse was going to be our next vehicle. Smooth ride, unbelievably smooth transmission (smoother than a fresh jar of Skippy?) told a story of being a luxury vehicle - Even the interior materials seemed beyond the price tag of this vehicle. Fit and finish of all internal mechanisms just seemed premium. We were blown away. At the end of the day, we figured the LT Cloth version with the Driver Comfort and Convenience Package offered the best value among the various trims and we took him home. I might have opted for a vehicle with leather but as this is to be my wife's daily driver, she did not care either way. We are an average family without any buyer's remorse or regrets on this vehicle purchase. Hope this review helps others out there considering the many offerings in this price range and class.
Used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse listings and inventory: Shop Edmunds' used car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million pre-owned vehicles to find a cheap used and certified pre-owned (CPO) 2018 Chevrolet Traverses for sale near you. There are currently 396 used and CPO 2018 Traverses listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 29998 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of used car, SUV, or truck you're interested in and then select a vehicle from our massive database to find cheap pre-owned vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. Then select Edmunds' special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 7433 on a used or CPO 2018 Traverse available from one of 2634 dealerships in your area.
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Is the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse safe? The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 3.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.
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2018 chevrolet traverse LT Cloth 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A), 9-speed shiftable automatic, regular unleaded 21 combined MPG 18 city MPG/27 highway MPG
2018 chevrolet traverse LT Cloth 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A), 9-speed shiftable automatic, regular unleaded 20 combined MPG 17 city MPG/25 highway MPG
2018 chevrolet traverse LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A), 9-speed shiftable automatic, regular unleaded 21 combined MPG 18 city MPG/27 highway MPG
What options are available on the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?
Available Chevrolet Traverse 2018 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Chevrolet Traverse 2018 Trims: LTLT w/1LTPremierLTZLT w/2LTLT1LT2LT ClothLSHigh CountryLT LeatherRS
Exterior Colors: Tungsten MetallicSatin Steel MetallicBlack Granite MetallicBlue Velvet MetallicCajun Red TintcoatChampagne Silver MetallicSiren Red TintcoatCyber Gray MetallicBlack Currant MetallicWhite Diamond TricoatWhiteDark Blue MetallicRed Jewel TintcoatSable Brown MetallicCrystal Red TintcoatGold Mist MetallicSilver Moss MetallicDark Cherry MetallicSable MetallicAtlantis Blue MetallicMosaic Black MetallicGraphite MetallicIridescent Pearl TricoatPepperdust MetallicSilver Ice MetallicSteel Green MetallicSummit WhiteTwilight Blue Metallic (Limited Availability
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Used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse listings and inventory: Shop Edmunds' used car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million pre-owned vehicles to find a cheap used and certified pre-owned (CPO) 2018 Chevrolet Traverses for sale near you. There are currently 396 used and CPO 2018 Traverses listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as 29998 and mileage as low as 0. Simply research the type of used car, SUV, or truck you're interested in and then select a vehicle from our massive database to find cheap pre-owned vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. Then select Edmunds' special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to 7433 on a used or CPO 2018 Traverse available from one of 2634 dealerships in your area.
What's a good price on a used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse ?
Save up to $300 on one of 9 used 2018 Chevrolet Traverses for sale at dealerships within 25 miles with prices as low as $29998 as of May 21, 2018, based on data from 8 dealers and 35 consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from 4 to 5 out of 5 stars.
Price comparisons for used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse trim styles:
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse High Country is priced around $48545 with average odometer reading of 3874 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT Cloth is priced around $34438 with average odometer reading of 5300 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse RS is priced around $39688 with average odometer reading of 3032 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LT Leather is priced around $41980 with average odometer reading of 5631 miles.
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse LS is priced around $30999 with average odometer reading of 2413 miles.
Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near you. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.
What options are available on the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?
Available Chevrolet Traverse 2018 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Chevrolet Traverse 2018 Trims: LTLT w/1LTPremierLTZLT w/2LTLT1LT2LT ClothLSHigh CountryLT LeatherRS
Exterior Colors: Tungsten MetallicSatin Steel MetallicBlack Granite MetallicBlue Velvet MetallicCajun Red TintcoatChampagne Silver MetallicSiren Red TintcoatCyber Gray MetallicBlack Currant MetallicWhite Diamond TricoatWhiteDark Blue MetallicRed Jewel TintcoatSable Brown MetallicCrystal Red TintcoatGold Mist MetallicSilver Moss MetallicDark Cherry MetallicSable MetallicAtlantis Blue MetallicMosaic Black MetallicGraphite MetallicIridescent Pearl TricoatPepperdust MetallicSilver Ice MetallicSteel Green MetallicSummit WhiteTwilight Blue Metallic (Limited Availability
The used 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is offered in the following submodels: SUV. Available styles include LT Cloth 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A), LT Cloth 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A), and LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A). Pre-owned Traverse models are available with a 0-liter gas engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The used 2018 Traverse comes with front wheel drive or all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.
