2025 Chevy Trax

As the least expensive vehicle in Chevrolet's lineup, it's fair to say the 2025 Trax is the gateway to the brand. It's actually a gateway to getting an inexpensive set of wheels, period, since only a few other automakers offer new vehicles for around the same price as the Trax. But this little crossover SUV proves that budget doesn't have to be boring. Its turbo three-cylinder generates plenty of low-end punch to keep pace on the road, and its small size and light weight make for responsive handling, not to mention easy parking on crowded streets. It's pretty roomy on the inside, too. For a subcompact SUV, the Trax is an impressive blend of price, features and utility.

Given the Trax's diminutive size, its interior space might surprise you, along with its clean and simple design. But comfort and ride quality are worth equal praise, with soft seats that hold up even on long drives, a commanding view of the road, and an absorbent suspension that shrugs off most rough and choppy asphalt. The Trax's standard features include driver assist features you don't typically see at this price, such as lane keeping assistance and automatic high beams, along with useful tech such as Apple and Android integration, an 11-inch touchscreen on midlevel and higher trims, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The optional Driver Confidence package is a worthy upgrade since it adds blind-spot warning and adaptive cruise control.

Since the Trax was reintroduced last year (the first generation ran from 2015 to 2022), no major changes are happening for 2025. It competes with other highly ranked crossovers on Edmunds such as the sleek and sporty Mazda CX-30 and well-rounded Volkswagen Taos. Oddly enough, one of the Trax's most direct challengers comes from within Chevrolet itself. The larger Trailblazer is only marginally more expensive, but it offers the advantage of available all-wheel drive (which the Trax does not offer) and more powerful engines. Since there's some overlap between the two, it's also worth checking out the Trailblazer to see if it better meets your needs. Read our test team's Expert Rating below to learn more.