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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ
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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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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ
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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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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ
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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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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$3,900
Est. $52/mo
$1,579 Below market
RMV: $5,479
Mileage 159,376 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
53 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Waukegan Auto Auction
Waukegan, IL
4.0
(Based 731 Review)
(847) 78*****
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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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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$7,488
Est. $101/mo
$1,566 Below market
RMV: $9,054
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $7,988 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 105,003 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
92 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
American Motors
Fullerton, CA
4.0
(Based 122 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • Driven an estimated 7,689 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 12/30/10 and owned in CA until 08/21/24
  • Last serviced in Santa Maria, CA on 08/07/24
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(714) 87*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,995
Est. $122/mo
$1,288 Below market
RMV: $10,283
Mileage 134,578 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
324 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Shannons Auto Sales
Bremerton, WA
4.0
(Based 280 Review)
(360) 47*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,990
Est. $122/mo
$1,235 Below market
RMV: $10,225
Mileage 115,791 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Feldman Chevrolet of Livonia
Livonia, MI
4.0
(Based 2920 Review)
(734) 23*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$5,900
Est. $80/mo
$1,175 Below market
RMV: $7,075
Mileage 145,850 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
40 Days in market
RED
SUV
V6
Automatic
Bab’s Motors Inc
Decatur, GA
4.0
(Based 528 Review)
(678) 75*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$6,490
Est. $88/mo
$1,664 Below market
RMV: $8,154
Price Drop, $1,500
Earlier Price: $7,990 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 136,520 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
341 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Empire Auto Sales
Jacksonville, FL
4.0
(Based 150 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Accident reported: minor damage
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 22,447 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 08/08/11 and owned in PA until 10/10/12
  • Last serviced in Melbourne, FL on 12/20/23
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(904) 72*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$5,995
Est. $81/mo
$1,547 Below market
RMV: $7,542
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $6,495 (19 Oct 2024)
Mileage 122,822 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
35 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Luxury Cars Xchange
Lockport, IL
4.0
(Based 102 Review)
(773) 59*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$9,081
Est. $123/mo
$1,186 Below market
RMV: $10,267
Price Drop, $734
Earlier Price: $9,815 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 106,275 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
9 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Newton Chevrolet of Russellville
Russellville, KY
4.0
(Based 135 Review)
(270) 71*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,602
Est. $116/mo
$1,189 Below market
RMV: $9,791
Price Drop, $302
Earlier Price: $8,904 (14 Nov 2024)
Mileage 99,260 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
10 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Safford Brown Kia Manassas
Manassas, VA
4.0
(Based 636 Review)
(703) 33*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$11,840
Est. $160/mo
$1,464 Below market
RMV: $13,304
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $12,240 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 89,086 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
48 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Groove Subaru
Englewood, CO
4.0
(Based 2105 Review)
(720) 74*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$5,999
Est. $81/mo
$1,248 Below market
RMV: $7,247
Mileage 170,381 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 4 Owner
4 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Kia of Cheyenne
Cheyenne, WY
4.0
(Based 1041 Review)
(877) 26*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$6,900
Est. $93/mo
$1,334 Below market
RMV: $8,234
Price Drop, $600
Earlier Price: $7,500 (23 Sep 2024)
Mileage 139,286 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 6 Owner
94 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Key Auto Center
Marietta, GA
3.0
(Based 115 Review)
(770) 89*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$6,500
Est. $88/mo
$683 Below market
RMV: $7,183
Price Drop, $899
Earlier Price: $7,399 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 161,084 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
600 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Independence Auto Sale LLC
Bordentown, NJ
3.0
(Based 231 Review)
(732) 89*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$9,995
Est. $135/mo
$927 Below market
RMV: $10,922
Mileage 101,283 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
59 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Cars To Go
Portland, OR
4.0
(Based 255 Review)
(503) 25*****
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$3,995
Est. $54/mo
$1,158 Below market
RMV: $5,153
Mileage 203,346 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
117 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Sands Auto Sales
Cambridge, MN
3.0
(Based 439 Review)
(763) 68*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$3,488
Est. $47/mo
$1,322 Below market
RMV: $4,810
Price Drop, $510
Earlier Price: $3,998 (15 Nov 2024)
Mileage 195,672 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
23 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Always A Way Automotive
Dallas, TX
(855) 641*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,500
Est. $115/mo
$895 Below market
RMV: $9,395
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $8,600 (12 Nov 2024)
Mileage 142,730 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
30 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
V6
Automatic
Beaman Buick GMC
Nashville, TN
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,306
Est. $112/mo
$672 Below market
RMV: $8,978
Price Drop, $189
Earlier Price: $8,495 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 117,350 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
104 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
V6
Automatic
Gary-Jackson Motors
Charlton, MA
4.0
(Based 248 Review)
(508) 43*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$725 Below market
RMV: $12,724
Mileage 66,559 mi.
Home Delivery
BLUE
SUV
V6
Automatic
H&K Chevrolet Inc.
Continental, OH
4.0
(Based 159 Review)
(419) 59*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$4,990
Est. $67/mo
$1,209 Below market
RMV: $6,199
Mileage 191,157 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
SUV
V6
Automatic
The Used Car Factory
West Jordan, UT
3.0
(Based 357 Review)
(801) 90*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$6,999
Est. $95/mo
$890 Below market
RMV: $7,889
Price Drop, $251
Earlier Price: $7,250 (5 Nov 2024)
Mileage 169,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
47 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Supreme Auto Gallery
Kansas City, MO
4.0
(Based 64 Review)
(816) 28*****
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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 LTZ

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

$7,995
Est. $108/mo
$138 Below market
RMV: $8,133
Mileage 128,252 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
4 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
Rides Unlimited Crest Hill
Crest Hill, IL
3.0
(Based 330 Review)
(815) 72*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$3,500
Est. $47/mo
$1,182 Below market
RMV: $4,682
Mileage 189,121 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
21 Days in market
SUV
V6
Automatic
Texas Best Deal Autos
Houston, TX
2.0
(Based 80 Review)
(281) 23*****
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2013 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$7,497
Est. $101/mo
$697 Below market
RMV: $8,194
Mileage 159,180 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
24 Days in market
GRAY
SUV
V6
Automatic
KC Used Car Emporium
Merriam, KS
4.0
(Based 2246 Review)
(913) 43*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$9,900
Est. $134/mo
$191 Below market
RMV: $10,091
Price Drop, $600
Earlier Price: $10,500 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 108,393 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
50 Days in market
GOLD
SUV
V6
Automatic
Goliath Auto Sales LLC
Tucson, AZ
4.0
(Based 123 Review)
(520) 98*****
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2012 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$8,750
Est. $118/mo
$80 Below market
RMV: $8,830
Mileage 117,250 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
233 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
V6
Automatic
Auto Haven
Tacoma, WA
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2011 Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

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

$6,666
Est. $90/mo
$384 Below market
RMV: $7,050
Mileage 156,553 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
4 Days in market
GOLD
SUV
V6
Automatic
Deery Brothers of Waukee Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Waukee, IA
4.0
(Based 1300 Review)
(515) 50*****
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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.