2026 Chevy Traverse Trims Comparison
Which 2026 Traverse trim does Edmunds recommend?
Chevrolet hasn't released official information on the 2026 Traverse as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Traverse, we think the base LT trim is the lineup's best value. It comes with plenty of standard features, including heated seats, a huge touchscreen, trailering equipment and advanced driver assistance tech. It also costs much less than the off-road-oriented Z71 or luxury-leaning upper trims. With the money you save, you could also customize with the Enhanced Driving and Driver Confidence packages.
2026 Traverse trim level differences
[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Traverse. We expect the 2026 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Chevrolet Traverse is available in four trim levels: LT, Z71, High Country and RS. A 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (328 horsepower, 326 lb-ft of torque) is the sole engine offered, and it's paired with an eight-speed transmission and front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is optional on all trim levels but the Z71, where it comes standard. Seven-passenger seating is standard, but eight-passenger seating is optional on the base LT trim.
Pricing
Compare 2026 Traverse trims side-by-side
Vehicle | Traverse LT | Traverse Z71 | Traverse High Country | Traverse RS |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick LT 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
5 for sale near you | Z71 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
12 for sale near you | High Country 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
4 for sale near you | RS 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 8A
6 for sale near you |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | premium cloth | premium cloth | leather | leather |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | Not Available | standard | standard |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | optional | optional |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Country of final assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive | |||
Engine power | 328 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 328 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 328 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 328 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
Engine torque | 326 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm |
Engine displacement | 2.5 l | 2.5 l | 2.5 l | 2.5 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 255/65R18 | 265/65R18 | 275/45R22 | 275/45R22 |
Wheel size | - | - | - | - |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 20 / 27 / 23 MPG | 19 / 24 / 21 MPG | 20 / 27 / 23 MPG | 20 / 27 / 23 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 19.4 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 388 / 524 miles | 412 / 521 miles | 388 / 524 miles | 388 / 524 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 39.0 ft. | 39.0 ft. | 40.7 ft. | 40.7 ft. |
Curb weight | 4,504 lb. | 4,793 lb. | 4,504 lb. | 4,504 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 6.8 in. | 7.8 in. | 6.8 in. | 6.8 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 87.9 in. | 87.9 in. | 87.9 in. | 87.9 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 79.6 in. | 79.6 in. | 79.6 in. | 79.6 in. |
Height | 69.6 in. | 70.7 in. | 69.6 in. | 69.6 in. |
Length | 204.5 in. | 204.5 in. | 204.5 in. | 204.5 in. |
Wheelbase | 121.0 in. | 121.0 in. | 121.0 in. | 121.0 in. |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Cargo Space | 22.9 cu. ft. | 22.9 cu. ft. | 22.9 cu. ft. | 22.9 cu. ft. |
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | 56.6 cu. ft. | 56.6 cu. ft. | 56.6 cu. ft. | 56.6 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 42.6 in. | 42.6 in. | 42.6 in. | 42.6 in. |
Front Leg Room | 44.3 in. | 44.3 in. | 44.3 in. | 44.3 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 62.3 in. | 62.3 in. | 62.3 in. | 62.3 in. |
Rear Head Room | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 62.2 in. | 62.2 in. | 62.2 in. | 62.2 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Financing | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Insurance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Repairs | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Jet Black, premium cloth Jet Black, leatherette Jet Black/Gideon, premium cloth | Jet Black/ w/Torch Red Accents, leatherette | Jet Black/ w/Sky Cool Gray, leather Jet Black/ w/Bronze Accents, leather | Jet Black/ w/Torch Red Accents, leather |
Exterior | Summit White Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Polar White Tricoat Lakeshore Blue Metallic Sterling Gray Metallic | Mosaic Black Metallic Sandstone Gray Radiant Red Tintcoat Polar White Tricoat Lakeshore Blue Metallic Sterling Gray Metallic | Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Polar White Tricoat Lakeshore Blue Metallic Sterling Gray Metallic Stardust Metallic | Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Polar White Tricoat Lakeshore Blue Metallic Sterling Gray Metallic Stardust Metallic |