September 29, 2023
2024 Chevrolet Trax Activ
2024 Chevrolet Trax Activ

Chevrolet is redesigning its entry-level SUV for the 2024 mannequin 12 months. The up to date Trax boasts new sheetmetal, considerably bigger dimensions, up to date security and comfort tech, and an aggressive beginning value.

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The primary-generation Chevrolet Trax debuted in a number of worldwide markets in 2013, with the US receiving it two years later. Whereas not essentially the most thrilling car to drive, Trax received over consumers with a stable complement of options at comparatively low-cost costs. Gross sales peaked in 2019 at greater than 116,000 earlier than falling greater than 50 p.c in 2021 through the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent car scarcity.

2024 Chevrolet Trax ACTIV
2024 Chevrolet Trax ACTIV

Chevrolet is hoping the second-generation Trax will revitalize gross sales. A model of this car known as the Seeker is at present on sale in China and South Korea. Just like the associated 2024 Buick Envista, Trax will probably be front-wheel drive solely and use a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine paired with a 6-speed automated transmission. These wanting all-wheel drive might want to purchase Chevrolet’s different subcompact SUV, the Trailblazer, which itself will get a major freshening for 2024.

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2024 Chevrolet Trax RS
2024 Chevrolet Trax RS

In comparison with the outgoing mannequin, the 2024 Trax is 11 inches longer total; 6 inches longer in wheelbase (distance between the entrance and rear axles); 2 inches wider; and 4 inches shorter in total peak. Passenger legroom will increase by 3 inches, and cargo capability grows by almost 12 p.c to 25.6 cubic ft with the rear seatbacks raised and 54.1 with them lowered.

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2024 Chevrolet Trax RS
2024 Chevrolet Trax RS

5 trim ranges can be found, ascending by LS, 1RS, LT, 2RS, and ACTIV. LS and 1RS have analog gauges and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment show. The others make the most of a totally digital instrument panel and an 11-inch infotainment display screen. Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, although wi-fi smartphone charging is simply out there on the LT, 2RS, and ACTIV.

Different out there options, relying on grade choice, embrace heated entrance seats and steering wheel, distant engine begin, automated local weather management, and sunroof. All fashions embrace automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep help, lane-departure warning, and forward-collision alert. Adaptive radar cruise management, blind-spot alert with rear cross-traffic detection, and rear-obstacle detection are a part of an optionally available Driver Confidence Bundle.

Pricing for the 2024 Chevrolet Trax, together with vacation spot price, begins at $21,495 for the LS; $23,195 for the 1RS; $23,395 for the LT; and $24,995 for the 2RS and ACTIV. As of this writing, autos are at present in transit to sellers.

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CG Says:

The brand new Trax appears to be like a lot better than its predecessor, and its further passenger and cargo room needs to be a lot appreciated by potential consumers. Lack of all-wheel drive is considerably disappointing however not completely sudden as Chevrolet wants some separation between Trax and Trailblazer. We’ll be very to see the way it stacks up in opposition to different front-drive-only subcompact SUVs just like the Hyundai Venue, Kia Soul, and Nissan Kicks.

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2024 Chevrolet Trax RS
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