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2012 Chevrolet Traverse consumer reviews

$29,660–$31,660 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Traverse Chevrolet
(105 reviews)
76% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.1
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Most reliable used car I have purchased

This vehicle is just want my family needed. We all fit so comfortably in there and everyone love it. I absolutely love the color and my back up camera.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Watch out

As soon as my extended warranty expired, the transmission went. $2,500. Constant tire air pressure monitor warnings Now traction control warnings. Otherwise great comfortable sturdy reliable truck.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Arguably the worst car ever made.

I have never had more problems with a vehicle than I have with this one. Replaced timing chain at 70,000 miles. Exhaust leak. Nightmare with the Stabilitrak system that still is not resolved because no one can figure out how to fix it. Owning this car is like navigating the Apollo 13 mission. Go online and you will find so many complaints about Stabilitrak, timing chain, etc...along with reports of the vehicle either spontaneously shutting down or losing power. Miracle no one has died, and unbelievable that GM refuses to acknowledge any problems. I hope no one actually has to die for them to come to their senses. There needs to be a class action lawsuit. Stay away from this whole family of SUVs by Chevy. Meanwhile my 2010 Subaru has 125,000 miles on it and has never needed anything except for general maintenance and repairs due to normal wear and tear. I’m getting rid of this Chevy Traverse as soon as possible.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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The most unreliable vehicle I have ever owned

This vehicle has been in the repair shop 6 times in less than a year. I will NEVER buy another Chevrolet as long as I live!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best car ever!

Love all the room we have. The way it drives. We love everything about it. Back up camera, DVD player which all three of our children love!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great family car!

We love this car for our family! Lots of run!! My son loves all the cup holders and the DVD player!! I love how it handles in the snow!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've ever owned.

This car has been just what I need. I have to travel a lot and great distances for doctor appointments and to see about property. The car is roomy enough for my O2 equipment and luggage and the luggage etc. of others riding with me. I have never had any mechanical problems to date and I love the general appearance of the vehicle. Over all, I could not be more pleased with it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Love this car has third row which bends forward for extra space in the back ....only weird thing is a transmission shift but dealer says it?s normal. Otherwise great on gas given it?s v6 engine, lots of space has blind spot but the camera upgrade corrects that

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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So far love it

So far I love the versatility of my Traverse. Gas milage for the size is good. I love all the little extras it has. The kids really like all the room and the 3rd row is so handy

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable car,I love it.

This car is perfect for our family. It has just the right amount of seating. It could have a little bigger storage space. Over all a great SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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