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Still a Great Little SUV -- Three Year Update
Someoldman, 07/14/2015
updated 01/21/2020
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
81 of 86 people found this review helpful
This little crossover/SUV continues to be the best, easiest to drive, most comfortable subcompact vehicle I've ever owned and driven. Entry and exit are easy and visibility from the driver seat is superior. Rearview camera which activates on shifting to reverse is quick to activate, and offers a good look behind before and while backing. Seats are chair height comparing favorably to any SUV on the road today. Not sure why some reviewers have knocked the acceleration of the 1.4 litre turbo or the 6 speed auto transmission. I cannot find fault with either one, unless of course, I had just driven a $75,000 BMW and expected that kind of power and response from a Trax costing a third as much.... It is a compact car with a small motor and should be treated as such, especially when heavily loaded with several passengers and their gear. Could use a bit more power for merging acceleration on short interstate highway ramps. Storage areas are numerous but small; lack of a passenger center armrest, or a shared center armrest/console is a definite oversight. It should be there, or at least available as an option!! I enjoy driving the Trax... and so does my wife (it's Her daily driver)... definitely not a sports car, but handles well at reasonable speeds; the AWD is seamless, and inspires confidence in winter snow. Never had a better car, and have owned some great ones. I'm a car guy who has owned over 40, driven the rest... I continue impressed with the little package GM put together. Long distance drivers should give consideration to the sometimes nervous, unsettled handling inherent in a taller, short wheelbase crossover during windy interstate highway conditions (my only serious gripe so far) This little vehicle has been great for our purposes from day one until we traded for 2018 Chevrolet Equinox after three full years, and my opinion of the Trax did not change Personally, we like many others drivers, could do without the touchscreen radio and all the tech bells and whistles - Ultimately distracting and not a good tool to use while driving at speed or in town - is there any situation where taking eyes and mind off the road would be a good idea? I think not ever. Chevy Trax?? Takes a little getting used to, but would buy another one with almost no reservation. (As soon as they put a center console between the front seats!)
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Zippy and fun to drive
Jesse, 05/19/2016
updated 01/03/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
I've been on the lookout for a small Suv for yrs. I gravitated towards a Buick Encore by my Trax LT AWD has the look and comfort for less. It's remarkably quiet and the interior plastics look durable and are nice. I can't believe how smoothly this small suv drives. The Bose stereo system with a spare tire mounted Subwoofer sounds strong and the car has been used on a few road trips (5 hrs plus on the road) and the drive is not fatiguing. The leatherette and cloth seats in the LT are ideal, very comfortable/breathable for the summer heat. See the USA in A Chevrolet! Great job Chevrolet! Update! I've had my Trax since April (it's now Dec) and Its still a joy to drive and own. It's very fuel efficient and I can get around 29 mpg on the highway. My Trax is very quiet compared to other small SUVs I've ridden in. The driving height is ideal and I still think this doesn't feel underpowered. I always cringe when I see magazines harp about the horsepower. Drive ANY small SUV in higher elevations and you'll know what I mean. The Trax doesn't loose power and can really move quickly. I'd buy it again if I had to do it all over.
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Not Recommended. Very Poor Quality and Unreliable
Unhappy GM Trax Customer, 09/21/2019
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
39 of 41 people found this review helpful
It amazes me to see all these 4 and 5 star reviews as those that have can consider themselves extremely lucky that they have not encountered problems. Purchased this car used in Jan 2019 with only 60K miles on it and have had to take it in 5 times in 7 months with *major* issues. The last two times it had to be towed backed to the Dealership. There are *Numerous* complaints filed on the NHTSA.gov website with many customers experiencing the exact same issues that we have and I encourage everyone to review those complaints before purchasing this vehicle. We have been lucky that the issues we have encountered have not resulted in an accident but others experiencing these problems have not been so lucky. Our issues: Brakes fail - Press on pedal and it goes to the floor. - In our case, dealership replaced "Brake Vacuum Switch" but claimed this was not a warranty item (normal wear and tear) so required to pay full price for repairs. That was less than 2 months ago and brakes have been working OK since that time. Others have reported this exact same issue that resulted in accidents. Oil smell when engine is hot that comes through the A/C or Defroster when running - GM / Dealership won't recognize problem nor fix yet others have experienced that same problem. I reported it again when our Trax was just towed back to the Dealership for another problem. Smoke coming from engine - Dealership replaced Turbo and Turbo pipe due to crack in pipe. Loss of power and shaking when driving. - Current problem - Vehicle will loose power, fails to accelerate, starts shaking, Check Engine light will come on, Traction Control light will come on, OnStar will send multiple notifications - Check Service Interlock Braking System - Check Tracking Control System - Check Exhaust Emission System NOTE: This same problem was reported to the Dealership within 3 weeks after we purchased the vehicle. They could not replicate it but replaced the rear hub bearings as they were growling. Not sure what rear hub bearings have to do with "loss of power" and "engine vibrating when idling" but it did not fix the initial reported problem as it has been experienced numerous times since. This time the car started idling very rough when sitting in the driveway. Tried to drive it to work and had to turn around and return home as it lost power and was shaking. Could not accelerate vehicle, Check Engine light was *FLASHING*, not just solidly lit but *FLASHING*. Called Dealership and vehicle was again TOWED. This exact problem has been reported by others on the NHTSA.gov web site and other sites.
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Great for empty nesters
Jimblytheusw12775@gmail.com, 09/05/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
47 of 50 people found this review helpful
Rides great. It has great visibly. Quiet. good mileage. We also have a Ford Escape Titanium which is a great suv. I drive the Trax for work and some travel and it cost 10k less than the escape. I could have bought the Buick Encore, but it was 3k more and I could not see what the big improvement would be by paying the additional premium. This is a great value suv for singles, empty nesters, and small families.
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I cannot Espresso enough how great my Trax is!
Michele, 02/15/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
By the way, Espresso is the color of my Trax. I was going to get AWD with Buffalo winters but I went for more features instead. I feel like I have AWD, this SUV is awesome in the snow and ice. Not to mention the acceleration and how roomy this SUV is. I saw it at the Buffalo Auto Show 2/2015 and purchased it 8/2015...VERY HAPPY :)
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2015 Chevy Trax
Brandi, 03/02/2016
updated 03/06/2018
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car is excellent and a perfect fit for me - a young adult commuting 45 minutes to work. Great gas mileage, stylish, comfortable, and roomy. I'd highly recommend it!
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Our new little one.
Lou Caldwell, 09/07/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
43 of 47 people found this review helpful
Traded in Chevy Equinox 2LT but wanted smaller suv, now, no kids, etc. This does the job. Surprised with responsiveness of small engine but turbo does the job very well. Passing a car or interstate entrance much better that the 4 cyl Equinox. Good mileage but not much better than Equinox on highway. But much better in-town. Disappointed with one sun visors. They don't extend to cover the whole window when positioned on either driver or passenger side windows. Only covers half. Miss the power lift gate. Not an option on Trax.
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I'm in love!
Ariel, 03/04/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
35 of 38 people found this review helpful
I just bought my Trax yesterday, I gave up my Mercedes to be practical. I was afraid of looking like a mom (no offense to mothers, mothers make the world go 'round) because I was so used to the "status" of the Mercedes. The Trax is so luxurious inside that I decided to go ahead and trade the Mercedes! The features inside make me feel so fancy (I got the LT Plus package) and the leather trim and 2-tone brown and black interior are beautiful. I drive all day long for work and this car is so easy to maneuver and park, and it picks up quickly. I read many reviews that dogged on the speed of the Trax but it picks up faster than the Mercedes did so I'm not sure what they're comparing it to. If you want an SUV and to be wise financially, this car has amazing value for the price!
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"IT'S A WINNER"
Paul R. Rodriguez Jr., 12/30/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
34 of 37 people found this review helpful
I'm a musician and this vehicle gives me everything I need and then some. I could not be more surprised at what I got as far as value. I am in love with this vehicle....seriously!!! Great small SUV for the city (FROM PHILLY) I recommend highly. I read somewhere that the vehicle was slow, sluggish, well let me just say that I use to drag race and the Trax is not slow...NOW your not going to win many drag races but lets be real, you have more than enough power. Well enough said, go test drive a Trax!!!
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Lots of maintenance
Becca, 07/30/2019
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have the 2015 LTZ. It had one owner before me and I've had it for 2.5 years. In that 2.5 years I've had more maintenance issues than I expected. Last year I had the engine overheat and needed to replace the water pump and thermostat. 8 months later the car started jerking during acceleration and idle which required the spark plug coils to be replaced. Two weeks after that, the A/C stopped working and the check engine light came on two different times due to a faulty thermostat sensor. All three of these fixes were very pricey and it seems too much and not worth the hassle. I really liked the car but I'm afraid of what other maintenance issues I may encounter.
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Good but not great
CarFan13, 06/29/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
The Trax was one CUV I wanted to love, after test driving I passed. In 2013 I test drove an Encore and loved it but the price was too much. Fast forward to 2015, I couldn't wait to get behind the wheel of the Trax. First, the LT model is just shy of $25k which is a lot considering its lack of features at this trim. Get passed that then there's the interior which is made of hard designed plastic, which again feels like a much more inexpensive car than a mid $20k CUV. Controls ultimately felt cheap and toylike. Driving it, isn't a bad experience, toss able and somewhat fun. Still needs a larger engine with more power though. Transmission shifts pretty well but the car struggles when accelerating. Seats are probably ripped straight out of the Spark( no offense to the Spark) which are not very comfortable and there is only one narrow armrest for the front passengers. This CUV is probably the smallest of the group. The back seats are cumbersome and require folding the bottom cushion first, then removing the headrests, and then you may fold the seat back. Tech? Decent even good at times, Mylink is a great system. Overall, I'm sure anyone would be happy with it but ultimately it falls short of its competition. My advice? Drive them all then make your decision.
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Love it! Still do!
Jackie, 04/19/2016
updated 04/24/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
I had a 2014 Cruze, and I loved it. We drove 23000 mile in 2 years. Just bought my Trax two days ago and the Trax is so much more comfortable getting in and out. I have had back problems getting in and out of the lower sitting cars. It has the same motor as the Cruze but the Trax seems a little more peppier. I did some research on the Trax and it seems 50/50, either you love it or you hate it. We love ours can't wait for our next road trip. Take it for a long test drive, do your research and decide what you want before you go to the dealership and feel pressured. I did make one compromise and that was the color and i can live with that. It's been over a year and still driving the trax. Been to California a few times.. and went through winter and I would say she did pretty darn good.
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Short people beware
Phyllis Mitchell, 09/02/2015
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2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
Just recently purchased the vehicle, so can't say a whole lot about it at this point. But the one thing I have noticed is the liftgate is not made for short people. I am only 5'1" and to close the lift I have to jump up to reach it. I am an elderly person and that is hard for me to do. Have almost fallen a couple of times. GM need's to modify that with a pull down strap that is easily accessible. Checked with the dealership to see what could possibly be done to correct the problem and they did have a suggestion as to how to fix it, but it requires drilling a hole in the lift and my husband isn't comfortable that not knowing what he may drill into. And of course the service department "might" do it for a charge. The only other thing I have noticed to date is the rear seat head rest block's part of the view when looking through the rear view mirror. Not good if you are traveling the interstate or 4 lane highway. Other than that, I really like the vehicle. Well worth the cost.
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Cherry Sparkles...cause she is red
CAROL, 02/05/2016
updated 08/09/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
I love this little SUV...I think it's cute...and easy to get into...roomy and I love the small but ample size...parks like a dream..there are very few things I don't like about this car...it's perfect for me...and...it's my first new car ever...I'm 73...it's not for the race drivers...or probably for those with children...but for a couple and especially any city driving and parking...she's a sweet heart...!! One year later...and she had never ceased to make me happy...warms up the car for me from the the house on those cold days...gets me in and out of all those busy parking lots like a dream...takes me where every I need to go...local is my preference...couldn't be happier with her...!! Now I've had her going into our third year...love her as much as I did when I got her....and say the same...word for word.
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Cutest Small SUV on the Road!
Theresa Colombo, 05/31/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
After a devastating car accident in February 2017, I was looking for something safe with good sight lines that would not cause a concussion when getting in and out of the car. Went to explore several options when I came upon my 2015 Chevy Trax Lt. Easy to get in and out of without banging your head, plenty of head room, excellent sight lines out the side and back windows. The car did not have that dark, closed in feeling that I experienced when test driving other similar vehicles costing more than the Trax. Been driving it for a few weeks now and I LOVE IT! I feel safe, it gets me to where I have to go and I am loving the Entertainment equipment this car comes with. If you are looking for a smaller SUV, consider test driving the Trax. It does not disappoint.
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I wanted to Like It, but...
Kurdtpatton, 10/04/2019
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I really wanted to like this car. I thought it could be the "Cavalier" of today, but it doesn't come close. Upon first glance of the car, it's nice. You know it's a compact economical crossover. You get inside and the interior looks nice! The seat fabric is great, the plastic for the dash and interior bits is nicely styled and put together, and it has little interesting quirks inside. But as you look closer, things start to get aggravating. There is no rear visibility in this thing. Just think of the whole back end as 1 giant blind spot. This does have a rear camera, but I don't like those because when you're backing up, your eyes have to focus differently from side mirror, to camera, to side mirror, and it's easy to feel like you just can't se everything. Likewise, while driving forward, the rear pillar causes such a huge blind spot that you cannot look behind you to make sure the driver side is clear for a lane change. You can only use the mirror. Also, in regards to the interior, the rear cargo area isn't as big as it seems. I can currently store more stuff in the trunk area of my '05 Corolla than the cargo area for the Trax. It's a bit disappointing but understandable. Moving on to the exterior, the tall stance of the car makes you feel happy. You have a little SUV, until you pull up to a parking stone. The front end of this car is so low, you will scrape it and pull off the front air deflector if you pull all the way up to a parking stone. The gas mileage on this car shows as 24mpg city, and they weren't kidding. This car does not deviate. You get 24mg. On mixed driving, you still get 24 according to the dash. I have a feeling that the computer is really good at managing this engine. The shifting on this car is horrible. The car is slow to accelerate and the first couple gear changes are quite choppy. I feel this transmission to be a bit jerky and choppy overall. Mechanical Failures: Apparently, this engine is known for EVAP failures. I've already had to replace the vent solenoid for the unit I'm currently writing about. I've also noticed seepage coming from the water pump area so I suspect that will need to be replaced soon. Under the hood, away from the water pump, you can already see rust on the body panels. Planned obsolescence, I'm sure, but this car is only 4 years old with 60,000 miles on it. When all is said and done, I would not recommend this car to anybody. If they had no choice left, I would tell them to take public transportation.
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Spend More for Something Else
Alyssa, 10/31/2020
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I’m 28 years old and I’ve owned three Chevys throughout the years. This one is beyond the least reliable. Under 50,000 started having issues. Now 75,000 and I’ve dumped over $4,000 in repairs into my 2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ AWD. And not regular maintenance either. It’s been 4 years... exhaust leaks, constant replacing of belts/gaskets, leaks “everywhere” according to any shop I visit for an oil change, valve cover replaced, and so so so much more. I have paranoia when it’s time to look through service records again. Air conditioning issues. Problems with acceleration. Electrical issues. Check engine light comes on and off every other month. Bluetooth doesn’t connect automatically. The back license plate light has literally fallen out and dangled from the wires (despite our efforts to put it back in) while we waited for the dealership to order another so it could be fixed. The auto-adjust for interior dash lights and the infotainment screen doesn’t work well when the sun is rising or setting. The stabilizer light keeps staying on after ignition. My transmission is leaking...somewhere... The best part about this vehicle is it’s ability to glide right through 2 feet of snow up here in Minnesota. But seriously, I’m afraid EVERY time I need to go in for an oil change because all I hear from various service shops is how I need to replace or fix an ongoing list of parts. They are often baffled after looking at my mileage again, and suggest I should probably have extensive work done or advise I get rid of the vehicle “quickly...”
Teen Ride or single Adult
Jackie, 01/08/2018
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is a pretty great car if your single or young adult. But once I met my boyfriend who has two kiddos it was a tight fit. Then to add we had our own son recently. It is impossible to fit three kids in the back with two booster and one full car seat. I’ve had a few issues with the car electricly, issue where the radio wouldnt turn off which would kill my car battery then my car microphone wouldn’t work for Bluetooth or on star. Then recently I took my car in for an oil change and possible transmission leak (which they said wasn’t leaking... but there was still fluid dripping onto my garage floor... so not sure there) then 3mo later, my compass and Bluetooth microphone have stopped working again and the security light was on for a day, but is off now. It’s time for an other oil change, so hopefully they can figure out this electrical issue again... BUT other than those electrical issues in the last three years, the car is great. I bought it will 4 miles it now has 52000. I drove it across the country the first month and since driven it up the West coast and back and eastward and back. She’s great for big cities since it fits in compact spaces and the gas mileage is awesome.
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Good little SUV
DH Buchholz, 06/20/2018
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Good gas mileage. Good little car for two adults. However, if a car seat is needed not a lot extra room in the backseat. Very pleased with this purchase.
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Trax in Iowa, 02/24/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
What a great little rig! So easy to get in and out of. Perfect for zipping around town, in and out of traffic, and parking in tight spots. Has plenty of pep to get it up and going. Fuel economy is good. The Bluetooth system is not the best. For example: if you remote start the car then get in and go a few minutes later, the Bluetooth will not automatically link up with your device. You must initiate the connection through your phone. I've had many vehicles with Bluetooth and this is the first one that has required a forced connection when using remote start. This only happens when you use the remote start feature and not when you get in, start, and go. There is only 1 USB port and it's in the little upper glove box. Not really a big deal until you want to have your device somewhere other than shut in the little glove box. There is no route for the cord to exit the little glove box with the door shut without feeling like you are pinching the cord. This seems to have been fixed with the 2017 model refresh. Fit and finish is as expected or better for a vehicle of this price point. It is definitely worth a look if you are in the market for a small SUV
GM cares little for safety, don't buy the trax
Melissa, 12/13/2020
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my car in 2015 and in 2018 experienced steering issues they replaced 2 steering gears and other pieces. It was under warranty so I didn't recognize and they didn't indicate to me how serious this was! This year the steering gear stripped again in less time only 2 years and GM will not replace the part that was faulty even though the initial claim occurred during the warranty. My warranty ended July 14 2020. But, I feel the manufacturer just produced a vehicle that is mechanically flawed and gave a bandaid solution during the warranty instead of fixing the mechanical engineering problem. Be AWARE if you hear loud noises when steering or shifting out of park this is the stripped steering gear and you should not drive it. You could lose steering at any point! The GM dealership service department told me they get MANY repairs for the steering gear in chevy trax and people are "lucky" to have the second repair within the warranty. This is a non wear item. This should NOT be happening. I WOULD LOVE TO SUE GM AND ENSURE A RECALL PEOPLE DESERVE SAFETY AND PEACE OF MIND.
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BADLY MADE!
luciano, 01/27/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
24 of 30 people found this review helpful
Everything is made to brake like a cheap bad brand tv , I have it for 10 months and my back hatch is broken some times open many times doesnt , the handle fells off , the lock itself for the back hatch is made of plastic , how can a door lock be made of plastic ? the engine light come on and off all the time , the bottom for the shift is made of a cheap plastic and broke a piece, the wipers doenst wipe right and leaves parts of it on the windshield , to change the cabin air filter we have to dismantle the glove compartment that is badly made all the connection is plastic and easily breakable that is some of the things I can say about my 2015 chevy trax
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Doris, 09/07/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
22 of 28 people found this review helpful
They need to put a hole in the glove box door that hides the usb port and axl for the ipod hook up (in front of the passenger seat) When using an ipod you have to leave the door open its kind of distracting when driving. There needs to be a hole big enough for the cables to go through when using electronics so you can shut that door. Plus if there's a passenger onboard that could be dangerous for the passenger.
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2015 Chevrolet Trax Silver FWD LS
jesse_ortiz, 02/08/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
52 of 70 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2015 Chevrolet Trax LS, FWD in silver on January 20th. So far I have to say Im very happy with my purchase, since I do have to admit that Ive been a fan of the pint-size SUV since 2012 when I admired it for the first time visiting Canadian websites online. [non-permissible content removed]
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Ashley, 01/26/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I was definitely scared about the size of this engine not being able to pass cars or go over mountain passes very well. I'm very impressed with how well this little car does! I did about 75-80 mph over the mountains and got 31 mpg with no struggle. Also, living in Spokane, WA I was anxious to try out the awd. It's awesome! I have owned an awd Mercedes and can't say that it was any better than the Trax. The only complaints are that a movie can't be played while driving (for passengers) and I struggled with getting my phone to bluetooth. The last complaint is when downshifting for engine braking, it doesn't hold speed. But, I have to say for the price this car is amazing.
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Diana Sullivan, 04/23/2018
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
This car is too small, doesn’t fit car seats, can’t fit 3 normal size people in the back. It is really uncomfortable, there is only one arm rest in the front and there isn’t even a CD player. I regret this car purchase so much and really disappointed. I’m counting down the days until I can get something better. For the price it is not worth it all. This should not be considered an SUV!!!
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Was Good Until...
RA, 06/18/2021
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2015 Chevy Trax in 2017 with about 30k miles on it, and I was happily surprised by how zippy it was. It was great for a city commuter, and wasn't terrible for road trips either, despite not having cruise control. It handled well in snow, too. At about 80k miles, the check engine light came on. Shortly after it was repaired in a certified repair shop, the check engine light came on again. Then again. All fingers seemed to point to the turbo having repeated issues that would continue to return after a few thousand miles. Fast-forward to today, my 2015 Chevy Trax is still having issues with the check engine light and the turbo. I recently had the 100k service performed at a Chevy dealership, and that seems to have caused the turbo problems to return. My Trax is in the shop yet again, and the problem is the turbo... again. I'm very disappointed that my Chevy Trax is a lemon, and I am tired of sinking thousands of dollars for repairs into it, especially considering I barely have over 100k miles on it. This could have been a great little commuter vehicle, and I was really hoping I could have gotten more life out of it. Now I am under water on it, and still paying for repairs. The reliability of the 2015 Chevy Trax has proven to be a complete disappointment, and I would not recommend it to anybody.
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Would not even give it 1 star
DISGRUNTLED OWNER, 06/23/2021
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is the biggest heap of junk I have ever owned. The only good thing about are the comfortable seats and that's only in the upright position. Since I have owned the car, these are the problems I have had. Second year of owning it, I had to replace the bearings. It just quit functioning while I was driving on the turnpike, which the steering locked up and I was barely able to get off of the road. The garage told me it was because I didn't change my oil. Um, just changed it less than 6 months prior and was under the mileage, but OK. Then found out the miraculously water got into the engine. (Mechanics didn't do something right during maintenance). $900.00 tow bill and they charged me for the rental. Bearing replacement $300.00. Car never drove correctly. Traction light kept coming on, then the check engine light. First it was pulling back during acceleration or it would falter and then lunge forward. Fast forward 3 months later and the turbo went. Took it to a different dealer garage and the turbo was fixed. Not even 8 months later it is ready to blow again. Starting to do the same exact thing. Transmission lines blew while I was traveling from work. Had them replaced and thank goodness the transmission didn't blow. But not even 2 weeks out of the shop and the check engine light is on again. I have had to have this vehicle towed 3 times!!!! Heater and air conditioner went. Valve went. DO NOT BUY THIS VEHICLE!!! ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE A TRAVELER. I only have 91, 000 miles on this vehicle and it has cost me more in repairs than any other vehicle I have owned! ABSOLUTLY THE WORST VEHICLE EVER MADE!!!
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Loved it until...
Jen, 10/05/2021
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought the 2015 model used in 2018 from the dealership for 15K with one previous owner, about 50K miles. It was a small SUV, easy to maneuver and park, I loved being a bit higher up that the sedans I was used to. Loved the rear back up camera. The squeaking breaks were my only complaint at first. I hardly drive, only putting about 13K miles on, total. I loved it for a few years, it was the perfect size for just me and my partner. I took it to the dealership religiously for maintenance. Then in mid 2021 it started to rev, shake and buck while accelerating and struggled going up a slight incline, it could not keep speed on the highway. The engine light would come on and then start to flash. I took it back to the dealership and they said the Turbo would need replaced, it would cost about 2K. Who has 2K to spend on one part on a 6 year old car? I could buy another car for that. I did some internet research and found 2011 and 2015 models have widespread reports of turbo issues, and it seems like that is just the start of the problems from other reviews. I have decided to cut my losses and trade it in, the dealership will fix the turbo and resell it. I sincerely hope the next owner gets several good years out of my poor little Trax!
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Love all the compartments!
Sandi, 01/10/2019
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this based on an ad for lots of compartments up front for the driver. Love love this feature. Not too happy with acceleration nor gas mileage. Storage is small but knew that up front. Not too happy with the touch radio system. Would prefer the “old fashion way”. Would like a second arm rest up front for the passenger.
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Chevy Trax LS (AWD)
larrym8, 05/21/2015
updated 05/22/2016
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
20 of 35 people found this review helpful
Overall very good.
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Expensive turbo cooling lines
Pappyf14, 06/18/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
2021 noticed slow deposits of fluid on the driveway. Dealer added the tell tale ingredients to the oil. Turbo cooling lines leaking. Basically the same issue on the Saab 9-5 I had after GM took them over. Less than 50K miles. Get your checkbook out, right about $1K for the repair. June 2022 noticed radiator fluid decline. Dealer pressure checked, radiator leaking. No, has never been in any confrontation with anything. Hope you have a private maintenance plan, $1K there about. Their parts are without a doubt nickel, dime and penny squeezed. As is their coil pack and plugs. Last GM/Chevy ever. Only 60’s and 70’s classics. My 87 Grand National was no Diamond. No, never raced.
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the trax trap
ed, 07/31/2019
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i purchased my trax new off the lot.i thought for 16500 it wasn't too bad a deal.i had a 2005 cavalier that was pretty good for a cheap new ride i purchased ten years ago.after four years and only 5000 miles it still doesn't seem worth what i paid.performance blows.i thought i would get used to the seats and the lack of personal space but i didn't.i have no complaints for reliability.the touch screen is very disapointing.i'll never buy a small chevy again ,cheaply put together and uncomfortable.also no cruise control on the base model,i'd rather have that than power windows.
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greatest car
Natums, 07/08/2015
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have had my car for a few days but i love it. Great car for anyone
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Do your homework and drive other cars.
Kelly Rodacay, 03/10/2016
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2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 32 people found this review helpful
Don't spend the money on this make and model. Do your homework. I had a pushy salesman and the interior quality is all plastic, marks up and the seats do not even adjust much. New tires cost a fortune because they are a hard size to find. I couldn't drive it in the snow. I had no traction and the car went off the road many times. No room in back seat area. You get a better ride and room in a KIA. Should have shopped. Buyer beware.
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Trax to the Graveyard
Traxed Out, 04/14/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Traded for new Chevy Trax and encountered another GM disaster. Car repeately died on road, wouldn't start and had to be towed over 19 times. Never found solution. Never fixed. Poor service. A total nightmare. Finally after 5 months of pain and only 5600 miles, convinced GM to buy back the 2015 Chevy Trax under the Lemon Law. Good riddens GM. Done. Go Tesla!
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Fun to drive; $$$ to maintain…
Megan, 02/06/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is such a fun car to drive around! The turbocharger makes it really zippy, the auto-start is an absolute must in cold winters, and the AWD handles great in the snow/ice. You can easily fit two car seats in the back, but the middle seat is pretty much unusable. Trunk space isn’t huge, but does its job for what I need it for. Interior is no frills, but pretty comfortable and all the plastic makes it easy to clean and very wipeable (i.e. kid friendly). Now the ugly part of the 2015 Trax… it is one of the most expensive cars I’ve ever had to maintain. The engine was not built to last and every single thing will be costly to replace. That great turbocharger system I mentioned? You’re looking at well over $4000+ to replace it/the attached hose system. Engine coils, brake system… I mean, I’ve owned this car for about 2 years and have put at least $7000 into the engine alone.
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Ignition coil
Pappyf14, 06/17/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had acceleration issues and skip. The dash sensor display cited ABS and drive issues. Last I knew an engine skip is usually an ignition issue. Diagnostic did not reveal that but the coil and plugs were the issue. Apparently the programmer has no real time auto experience. Last of my GM/Chevy purchases. So much for the 100K spark plus nonsense. I am a former racer and car builder. Sort of have a touch of a background.
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Do your research!
Kelsey, 08/30/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2015 Chevy trax in 2018 it was Beautiful and exactly what I wanted but I apparently didn’t dig deep enough into what kind of issues you could run into with this car. In the 4 years I’ve had this car I have had nothing but trouble with it. I bought it gently used from Volkswagen and right off the bat battery issues and turbo issues they fixed it and it ran great until the summer. Now I live in the desert where it can get up to 115 degrees and this car is not made for hot weather in my opinion! Every year since I’ve had this car it has broken down in the summer. I had to replace the entire turbo…. Again not cheap. The entire air conditioning unit going down. Battery issues I’ve replaced the battery twice in 4 years and I’ve never left the lights on or done anything to cause it to go bad that quickly. I’m constantly in the shop for valves and caps and etc. Probably every 6-8 months something goes wrong with this car. The voice control only works 25% of the time so it’s not very reliable or hands free if you have to get your phone out to make a phone call or something of the sorts. All in all this car sucks in the summer and has costly repairs. It’s great in the cold months and get good gas mileage but do your research before buying!!!
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Don't buy a Trax
Margaret, 04/20/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2015 Chevy Trax and have had problems with the brakes squeaking, grinding and being spongy since I got it. I have had it back to the dealership twice and they still have not corrected the problems. They sprayed a lubricant on them and told me to "see how they do now". Service department said they can't find anything wrong. I am very upset with the situation but no one seems to care. I have to take time off work to take the car in so I am losing time and money when I have to keep taking it back to the dealership. DO NOT BUY A CHEVY TRAX. FYI I purchased a 2006 Ford Escape and had it for 9 1/2 years and never had the brakes replaced. I had them checked every year and was told they were still fine.
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I enjoy my Trax, but I paid too much for it
Leah, 11/17/2017
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
or the resale value is not great. Either way, after paying for 2+ years, I've still got about $3000 of negative equity. It's easy to drive and has great visibility. Great for parking in small spaces. It doesn't have a cruise control, which I did not know at the time of purchase.
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Worse GM car ever
Sarah Clark, 08/25/2021
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a Trax and I hate it. The radio touch screen doesn't work at all, which means I can't change the station, use the phone or play music from my cell either. The AC is super loud on #3 as well. I had a older Chev Torrent and I unfortunately trades up for a Trax. It was the worse thing to do. Very disappointed in a Canadian manufacturer..... Will be buying Toyota from now on
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On Trax!
Nbrldy58, 07/13/2020
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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This car is so great on gas mileage, plenty of back seat leg room, beautiful interior and exterior
Worst vehicle ever.
Matty K. , 08/03/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is absolutely awful. Aside from everyone I know making fun of the awful color shape and over all look of this car, the functionality isn’t much better. The heat stopped working pretty quickly. I got the car with 38k miles on it. No heat for yesrs the brakes were awful from day one. The AC was iffy. My coolant leaked. The tech is a JOKE the Bluetooth barely worked. Nothing else on it worked. No navigation. No WiFi. No NOTHING. I literally couldn’t wait to get rid of that piece of crap. What an embarrassment to have had to drive for all these years. Disgusting.
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Little Red Riding Hood
Judy , 08/26/2022
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really like this vehicle better than any I’ve owned. I’m older and it sits high so I can see all around. It can fit into tight places. It runs smooth, shifts smooth and got pep when you need to pass. Lots of cubby holes...cup holders and I can haul anything that I would need. Not a big SUV...fun to drive
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Nothing but a hassle
Vee, 04/05/2024
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car back in 2016 with only 32 miles on it. One month in with the car and the check engine light came on. After that it would come off and on every so often. I have taken it to get fixed multiple times and if it's not one thing is another. Currently it's been a few months that there is smoke coming out of the engine and it smells like burnt oil. I noticed that when I am at a stop it starts to shake. Now all the lights on the dashboard are on and the car dose not want to go on reverse and the steering wheel is super hard.
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This is the Chevy lemon
B.salazar , 01/08/2024
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This Chevy trax is a piece of trash, it’s always giving me problems, now the biggest problem has rising. The motor overheated. This is a 2015, and in 2023 the motor is busted. B. Salazar
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Luv it
Millie,St.Lambert,Québec,Canad, 07/26/2023
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just luv it,right size for me,for what I need it for,don’t travel far,only has about 18,000 KM I live in Canada,it never sees the winters I keep in garage .
Ive had nothing but problems
Shellisa sherrer, laughlin, nv, 08/30/2023
2015 Chevrolet Trax LS Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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Beautiful vehicle but its been nothing but problems. Usually when one thing goes wrong with it another couple things do and now its got 20 things wrong with it. Ive put more money into this vehicle fixing it than its worth. Had the air looked at 4 times and even the mechanic told me theres nothing more he can do and that i should just find a different vehicle. Definitely wouldn’t recommend to anyone.
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Great car bad engine design
Brad, 10/18/2023
2015 Chevrolet Trax LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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The good. Rides great handles rough roads like a champ. Comfortable seats and very easy to drive. The bad. The engine is way underpowered. The transmission shift points at the top gears are too far spaced resulting in huge rpm changes when going up hills ect. The exhaust routing out the front means hot exhaust goes under the oil pan and cooks the oil and by extension the seals. Mine at 50k miles had 4 seperate oil leaks. The oil pan was first then the timing cover then the valve cover. The valve cover is if poor design as well. Google it they fail regularly. Mine was replaced 2x. I sold the car.
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