2012 Chevrolet Traverse review
Chevrolet Traverse highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse?
- Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.
- The LT trim now comes with Front Seat Heaters, Remote Start, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Traverse an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Traverse 22nd out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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LS 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Full Roof Rack
- Power Seat(s)
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
281
Torque (ft-lbs)
266
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
22
Wheelbase
118.9"
Overall length
205"
Width
78.4"
Height
70.4"
Leg room
F 41.3"/M 36.8"/R 33.2"
Head room
F 40.4"/M 39.4"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P245/70R17
Rear tires
P245/70R17
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
300/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Chevrolet Traverse FAQ
The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LS: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- LT: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- LTZ: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The Chevrolet Traverse received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Chevrolet Traverse as 21 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
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The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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