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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$2,796
Est. $37/mo
$4,454 Below market
RMV: $7,250
Mileage 159,270 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
4 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Mills Chevrolet Co.
Davenport, IA
4.0
(Based 1621 Review)
(563) 34*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$3,990
Est. $54/mo
$3,774 Below market
RMV: $7,764
Mileage 158,521 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 4 Owner
35 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Carszone LLC
Fredericksburg, VA
4.0
(Based 9 Review)
(540) 453*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$1,987
Est. $26/mo
$3,496 Below market
RMV: $5,483
Price Drop, $1,100
Earlier Price: $3,087 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 201,664 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 5 Owner
56 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Northtown Automotive
Yankton, SD
4.0
(Based 64 Review)
(866) 65*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,550
Est. $75/mo
$3,273 Below market
RMV: $8,823
Mileage 115,000 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
46 Days in market
BROWN
SUV
V6
Automatic
Valley Auto Center
Phoenix, AZ
3.0
(Based 114 Review)
(602) 45*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse User Reviews


4.0

Overall Rating

(1 reviews)

Chevy Traverse Review. Good vehicle. Gets good gas milage. 2 sunroofs are amazing. . Love the smooth drive and the backup camera. Good miles on the highway amd

Kevin Massey • May 1, 2024

4.0

Good gas mileage, AC/Heat will run you up out of there. Car is equipped with backup camera that’s in the rear view mirror. This car has a smooth ride. Would love to update it to a newer model. This car is amazing on the highway. Heated seats...Read More


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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

LTZ 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,997
Est. $81/mo
$2,890 Below market
RMV: $8,887
Mileage 134,132 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
7 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Signature Auto Enterprises
Schaumburg, IL
4.0
(Based 289 Review)
(847) 27*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$3,995
Est. $54/mo
$3,215 Below market
RMV: $7,210
Mileage 148,173 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
24 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Sands Auto Sales
Cambridge, MN
3.0
(Based 439 Review)
(763) 68*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$1,999
Est. $27/mo
$3,285 Below market
RMV: $5,284
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $2,999 (29 Jun 2024)
Mileage 215,123 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
178 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Gilly's Auto Sales
Rochester, MN
3.0
(Based 179 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 13,457 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 04/30/12 and owned in MN until 09/23/13
  • Last serviced at 213,780 miles in Shakopee, MN on 03/22/24
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(507) 26*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$2,496
Est. $33/mo
$2,876 Below market
RMV: $5,372
Mileage 191,452 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
4 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Mills Chevrolet Co.
Davenport, IA
4.0
(Based 1621 Review)
(563) 34*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS

LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$1,200
Est. $16/mo
$2,509 Below market
RMV: $3,709
Mileage 155,579 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
9 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Salvage Reseller (Inloher Corp)
Coconut Creek, FL
(954) 67*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$4,995
Est. $67/mo
$2,962 Below market
RMV: $7,957
Mileage 149,094 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
46 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Quick Stop Motors
Kansas City, MO
3.0
(Based 163 Review)
(913) 40*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$3,995
Est. $54/mo
$3,517 Below market
RMV: $7,512
Price Drop, $1,905
Earlier Price: $5,900 (25 Oct 2024)
Mileage 158,341 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
58 Days in market
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SUV
V6
Automatic
Fastlane Automart
Cleveland, OH
4.0
(Based 340 Review)
(216) 94*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,500
Est. $74/mo
$2,939 Below market
RMV: $8,439
Mileage 131,344 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
42 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
PePe Auto Sales
Dallas, GA
2.0
(Based 64 Review)
(404) 51*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,999
Est. $81/mo
$2,286 Below market
RMV: $8,285
Mileage 145,846 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
5 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Affordable Auto Sales
Aberdeen, WA
4.0
(Based 64 Review)
(360) 53*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$4,000
Est. $54/mo
$3,253 Below market
RMV: $7,253
Price Drop, $1,995
Earlier Price: $5,995 (25 Aug 2024)
Mileage 147,449 mi.
Home Delivery
5 Owner
211 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Best Choice Auto Sales
Portland, OR
4.0
(Based 65 Review)
(855) 604*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$7,999
Est. $108/mo
$2,415 Below market
RMV: $10,414
Price Drop, $556
Earlier Price: $8,555 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 131,000 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
60 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Namrood Auto Sales
Colorado Springs, CO
4.0
(Based 105 Review)
(719) 30*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$4,500
Est. $61/mo
$1,930 Below market
RMV: $6,430
Mileage 146,489 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
8 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Steven Nissan
Harrisonburg, VA
4.0
(Based 1528 Review)
(540) 56*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LS

LS 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$3,999
Est. $54/mo
$2,484 Below market
RMV: $6,483
Mileage 194,915 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
16 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Car Castle
Zion, IL
3.0
(Based 183 Review)
(847) 24*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,495
Est. $74/mo
$2,392 Below market
RMV: $7,887
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $5,745 (30 Oct 2024)
Mileage 188,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
91 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Parkway Auto
Deer Park, WA
3.0
(Based 598 Review)
(509) 27*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,000
Est. $67/mo
$1,955 Below market
RMV: $6,955
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $5,500 (4 Nov 2024)
Mileage 121,672 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
47 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
V6
Automatic
South Norfolk Auto Sales
Chesapeake, VA
4.0
(Based 54 Review)
(757) 96*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,495
Est. $74/mo
$1,952 Below market
RMV: $7,447
Mileage 161,421 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
97 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Parkway Auto
Deer Park, WA
3.0
(Based 598 Review)
(509) 27*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$6,470
Est. $87/mo
$1,580 Below market
RMV: $8,050
Price Drop, $250
Earlier Price: $6,720 (28 Jun 2024)
Mileage 167,905 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
325 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Parkway Auto
Deer Park, WA
3.0
(Based 598 Review)
(509) 27*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$3,200
Est. $43/mo
$1,879 Below market
RMV: $5,079
Mileage 124,814 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 4 Owner
40 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hollywood AutoMax
Hollywood, FL
4.0
(Based 1788 Review)
(954) 98*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$7,400
Est. $100/mo
$2,210 Below market
RMV: $9,610
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $7,900 (1 Oct 2024)
Mileage 125,322 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
153 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Bright Star Motors
Tacoma, WA
4.0
(Based 247 Review)
(253) 32*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$4,900
Est. $66/mo
$1,937 Below market
RMV: $6,837
Mileage 158,751 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
18 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Vancouver Auto Center
Vancouver, WA
4.0
(Based 296 Review)
(503) 85*****
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About 2012 Chevrolet Traverse


4.1

Overall Rating

The Chevrolet Traverse comprises a bigger and typical midsize SUV ideal for your daily driving and also for long journeys with family during the weekends.

Priced at $29,660, the Chevrolet Traverse goes against the likes of Nissan Murano, Toyota Highlander, and the Kia Sorento. It comes with a 3.6 Liter V6 engine mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission that does its job quite well. The transmission shifts are quick and smooth and help the car with a comfortable ride. The base trim may lack features, but as you climb higher, all the modern features start to thrill you. 

It also has one of the best cargo spaces and safety scores in the segment, which makes it a tough to beat car in the segment. The Chevrolet Traverse comprises a bigger and typical midsize SUV ideal for your daily driving and also for long journeys with family during the weekends. It has an enormous cabin, and thanks to its unibody structure, this big SUV is light and is more maneuverable than most of its rivals in the segment.

We recommend you to go with the 2LT trim. It comes with a price sticker of $35,905 and comes loaded with features. It has the perfect balance between performance and features and is perfect for those in need of a proper mid-size SUV. The 2LT trim comes with features like Remote ignition, 10-speaker Bose surround sound system, Tri-zone automatic climate control, and more, making it a value for money proposition in the lineup.

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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$4,999
Est. $67/mo
$1,574 Below market
RMV: $6,573
Mileage 145,912 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
33 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Carland Auto LLC
Phoenix, AZ
2.0
(Based 73 Review)
(602) 94*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS

LS 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$7,324
Est. $99/mo
$2,057 Below market
RMV: $9,381
Price Drop, $1,216
Earlier Price: $8,540 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 74,292 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
14 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Feldman Chevrolet of Lansing
Lansing, MI
4.0
(Based 2588 Review)
(517) 48*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,995
Est. $81/mo
$1,602 Below market
RMV: $7,597
Mileage 126,283 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
14 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Deme Motors
Raleigh, NC
4.0
(Based 46 Review)
(919) 23*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse 2LT

2LT 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$7,995
Est. $108/mo
$2,462 Below market
RMV: $10,457
Price Drop, $900
Earlier Price: $8,895 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 84,489 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
13 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Hatimi Auto LLC
Buda, TX
(844) 611*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

LTZ 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$8,406
Est. $114/mo
$1,857 Below market
RMV: $10,263
Price Drop, $594
Earlier Price: $9,000 (8 Nov 2024)
Mileage 114,762 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
22 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Five Star Ford Lincoln
Warner Robins, GA
4.0
(Based 3415 Review)
(833) 57*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse 1LT

1LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

$5,499
Est. $74/mo
$1,968 Below market
RMV: $7,467
Mileage 160,000 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
23 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Town Auto
Virginia Beach, VA
3.0
(Based 92 Review)
(757) 93*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse User Reviews

Overall Rating: 4.0 (1 Reviews)

KM

Kevin Massey

2012 Chevrolet Traverse

••4.0

Posted On: May 1, 2024

Chevy Traverse Review. Good vehicle. Gets good gas milage. 2 sunroofs are amazing. . Love the smooth drive and the backup camera. Good miles on the highway amd

Pros

2 sunroofs, Smooth ride

Cons

Engine Parts hard to get to, Need newer model


Good gas mileage, AC/Heat will run you up out of there. Car is equipped with backup camera that’s in the rear view mirror. This car has a smooth ride. Would love to update it to a newer model. This car is amazing on the highway. Heated seats

2012 Chevrolet Traverse Review


Pros

  • Comfortable ride
  • Adult friendly third row of seats
  • Great cargo space in its class
  • Top safety scores

Cons

  • Cheap interior materials
  • Compromised rear visibility
  • Not easy to maneuver

The Chevrolet Traverse comprises a bigger and typical midsize SUV ideal for your daily driving and also for long journeys with family during the weekends.

Overview


Priced at $29,660, the Chevrolet Traverse goes against the likes of Nissan Murano, Toyota Highlander, and the Kia Sorento. It comes with a 3.6 Liter V6 engine mated to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission that does its job quite well. The transmission shifts are quick and smooth and help the car with a comfortable ride. The base trim may lack features, but as you climb higher, all the modern features start to thrill you. 

It also has one of the best cargo spaces and safety scores in the segment, which makes it a tough to beat car in the segment. The Chevrolet Traverse comprises a bigger and typical midsize SUV ideal for your daily driving and also for long journeys with family during the weekends. It has an enormous cabin, and thanks to its unibody structure, this big SUV is light and is more maneuverable than most of its rivals in the segment.

Pricing and Features
9.0/10


The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse comes in three major trim levels. They are the LS, LT, and LTZ. The intermediate trim LT is subdivided into two trims, mainly 1LT and 2 LT. The LS represents the base trim and comes at a price of $29,600, whereas the LTZ is the top-end variant and the asking price for the same is $39,035. The SUV comes with many standard features such as a split-folding third-row bench, A/C, Tilt and telescopic steering wheel, and more.

Trim

LS

1LT

2LT

LTZ

MSRP

$29,660

$32,760

$35,905

$39,035

Key-features

17-inch wheels

18-inch alloy wheels

All features of 1LT, plus:

20-inch wheels

 

8-passenger seating

Rear parking sensors

Auto-dimming driver side mirror

Power folding mirrors

 

Split-folding third-row bench seats

Heated mirrors

Power liftgate

Leather Upholstery

 

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

8-way power driver seat

Remote ignition

Heated and Ventilated front seats

 

A/C

Bluetooth

Tri-zone automatic climate control

Driver memory functions

 

Full power accessories

Leather-wrapped steering wheel

Rearview camera

 
 

6-speaker sound system

 

10-speaker Bose surround sound system

 
 

CD Player

     
 

Satellite Radio

     
 

Auxiliary Jack

     

We Recommend

We recommend you to go with the 2LT trim. It comes with a price sticker of $35,905 and comes loaded with features. It has the perfect balance between performance and features and is perfect for those in need of a proper mid-size SUV. The 2LT trim comes with features like Remote ignition, 10-speaker Bose surround sound system, Tri-zone automatic climate control, and more, making it a value for money proposition in the lineup.

Engine and Performance
7.9/10


The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse comes with a 3.6 Liter V6 engine that generates 281 horsepower @ 6300 rpm and 266 lb-ft of torque @ 3400 rpm.

The 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission takes care of the shifting duties and pushers all the power to the front wheels of the SUV. The SUV touches the 60 mph mark in 7.6 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 16 seconds. The SUV tops out at 132 mph.

Model

Chevrolet Traverse LS

Kia Sorento EX V6

Toyota Highlander V6

Nissan Murano S

MSRP

$29,660

$27,950

$29,395

$29,960

Engine

3.6 Liter V6

3.5 Liter V6

3.5 Liter V6

3.5 Liter V6

Drivetrain

Front-wheel drive

Front-wheel drive

Front-wheel drive

Front-wheel drive

Transmission

6-speed shiftable automatic

6-speed shiftable automatic

5-speed shiftable automatic

Continuously variable-speed automatic

Power

281 hp @ 6300 rpm

276 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 hp @ 6200 rpm

260 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

266 ft-lbs. @ 3400 rpm

248 ft-lbs. @ 5000 rpm

248 ft-lbs. @ 4700 rpm

240 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm

Top Speed(mph)

132 mph

148 mph

147 mph

145 mph

0-60(mph)

7.6 sec

7.0 sec

7.3 sec

7.3 sec

Quarter-mile

16.0 sec

13.5 sec

13.8 sec

13.8 sec

The Chevrolet Traverse is the most powerful car in the segment. It has ample power for most needs, and the 6-speed transmission shifts smoothly and efficiently. The Kia Sorento holds the second position, followed by the Toyota Highlander and the Nissan Murano. When comparing the top speed of the SUVs in the competition, Kia Sorento is the fastest with a top speed of 148 mph. 

Fuel Economy
6.0/10


The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse with its 3.6 Liter V6 engine delivers fuel efficiency of 17 mpg in the city, 24 mpg on the highway, and 19 mpg combined. It is somehow average for its class and can't be termed to be the best. The Kia Sorento with its 3.5 Liter V6 engine delivers a fuel economy of 20 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined. 

Model

Chevrolet Traverse LS

Kia Sorento EX V6

Toyota Highlander V6

Nissan Murano S

MPG (City) (mpg)

17

20

18

18

MPG (Highway) (mpg)

24

26

24

24

MPG (Combined) (mpg)

19

22

20

20

Fuel Capacity (gallon)

22.0 gal

18.0 gal

19.2 gal

21.7 gal

Range (City/Hwy)

374 / 528 miles

360 / 468 miles

346 / 461 miles

391 / 521 miles

Here, the Kia Sorento is the most fuel-efficient SUV of the segment as can be seen from the impressive fuel mileage the vehicle offers. Both the Toyota Highlander and the Nissan Murano occupy the second position with a combined mileage of 20 mpg, while the Chevrolet Traverse ranks the last in this segment. 

Interior
7.9/10


The Chevrolet Traverse is a three-row SUV that can happily accommodate a total of 8 passengers inside its cabin combining all the rows of seats inside it. The interior of the Traverse is solidly built and represents one of the best build-quality in its class.

However, the presence of hard plastics in some places can be a bit disappointing. The SUV comes with a cargo capacity of 24.4 cubic feet behind the third-row seats which can be enhanced by folding down the second and third-row seats whenever needed.

Model

Chevrolet Traverse LS

Kia Sorento EX V6

Toyota Highlander V6

Nissan Murano S

Seating Capacity

8

7

7

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

40.4/62.0/41.3

39.2/59.3/41.3

40.6/59.7/43.2

40.1/59.6/43.6

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

39.4/61.3/36.8

39.2/58.7/37.6

40.1/59.5/38.3

39.4/58.7/36.3

Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)

24.4 cu. ft.

9.1 cu. ft.

10.3 cu. ft.

31.6 cu. ft.

The front seats are quite comfortable. It is ideal for those long trips, and it is relaxing to sit on them. The second row of seats is equally comforting, and the wide opening of the doors makes it easier for ingress and egress. The third row of seats can't be said to be the best, but they are large enough for adults. Some major interior features include:

  • Cloth upholstery
  • Driver Lumbar Support
  • Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
  • A/C
  • Rear A/C

Infotainment

The infotainment system of the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse consists of a 6-speaker sound system with CD Player. Other standard features include an Auxiliary Audio jack. The standard onboard OnStar system helps with the Turn-by-Turn Navigation System and point of interest information. On the list of optional features are included 10-speaker Bose Stereo System, Bluetooth connectivity, and a Navigation System. Some of the important infotainment features of the Chevrolet Traverse are:

  • CD Player
  • 6-speaker sound system
  • Auxiliary Audio Jack
  • Navigation System(optional)
  • Bluetooth connectivity(optional)
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Satellite Radio

Exterior
8.0/10


The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse rolls on a set of 17-inch steel wheels with front and rear All-Season tires. However, the top-variant LTZ can be equipped with 20-inch Aluminium Wheels and includes features like a power liftgate, a rear spoiler, a dual exhaust system, and a panoramic sunroof. The SUV weighs 4,658 lbs and stands 7.2 inches above the ground.

Model

Chevrolet Traverse LS

Kia Sorento EX V6

Toyota Highlander V6

Nissan Murano S

Curb Weight (lbs)

4658 lb.

3977 lb.

4045 lb.

3841 lb.

Length (in.)

205.0 in.

183.9 in.

188.4 in.

189.9 in.

Width (in.)

78.4 in.

74.2 in.

75.2 in.

74.1 in.

Height (in.)

72.8 in.

67.3 in.

68.1 in.

67.0 in.

Ground Clearance (in.)

7.2 in.

7.5 in.

8.0 in.

7.4 in.

Wheelbase (in.)

118.9 in.

106.3 in.

109.8 in.

111.2 in.

In terms of curb weight, the Chevrolet Traverse ranks the heaviest in the segment. It is followed by the Toyota Highlander, which occupies the second position, and then comes the Kia Sorento and Nissan Murano. When it comes to ground clearance, Toyota Highlander stands the tallest above the ground at 8.0 inches. Some of the major exterior features include:

  • 17-inch steel wheels
  • Power liftgate(optional)
  • Rear Spoiler(optional)
  • Dual Exhaust System(optional)
  • Panoramic sunroof(optional) 

Safety
9.3/10


In the crash-test conducted by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA), the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has earned an overall rating of five stars that includes four stars for frontal-impact and five stars for side-impact. Even the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS) has given it the highest rating of ‘Good’ in the frontal-offset, side-impact, and roof-strength tests. Some of the important safety features are :

  • Anti-lock disc brakes
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Front seat airbags
  • Side curtain airbags

Final Verdict


The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is a good affordable midsize SUV for the price. It is known for its practical third row of seats and a decent fuel economy in its class, which is at par with most of the competitions. The V6 engine of the vehicle is powerful enough for all the needs, and the transmission shifts are quick. It has a precise steering and a composed ride, which is great for easy parking in tight spaces. However, the interior feels a bit cheap because of the presence of hard plastics. But the seats are comfortable and offer ample support and comfort level on long journeys. Overall the SUV is a decent pick for the segment.