2016 Chevrolet Trax

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Key Specs

of the 2016 Chevrolet Trax. Base trim shown.

Our Take

From the Cars.com Vehicle Test Team

The Good

  • Visibility
  • Tall seating position
  • Large cargo area
  • Tech gadgets
  • Media device storage

The Bad

  • No knob for radio volume
  • Weak acceleration
  • Small side mirrors
  • Poor gas mileage with all-wheel drive
  • Cloth seats' lack of support

Notable Features of the 2016 Chevrolet Trax

  • Room for five
  • Turbo 1.4-liter four-cylinder
  • 7-inch touch-screen standard
  • Six-speed automatic standard
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hot spot

2016 Chevrolet Trax Overview

By Cars.com Editors
Vehicle Overview

New last year, this bite-sized five-seat SUV slots below the considerably larger Chevrolet Equinox and is closer in size to the Chevrolet Sonic and Cruze small cars.

Small doesn't mean basic, though, as Chevrolet pumps the Trax full of available connectivity and convenience features such as 4G LTE connectivity and a Wi-Fi hot spot, the Siri Eyes Free system, the BringGo navigation app, all-wheel drive and simulated leather upholstery. Competitors include the Jeep Renegade and Honda HR-V.
New for 2016
There are no significant changes.
Significant Standard Features

  • Keyless entry
  • Backup camera
  • OnStar 4G LTE with built-in Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required)
  • 7-inch touch-screen multimedia system with Bluetooth streaming audio
  • 60/40-split folding backseat and fold-down front passenger seat
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • All-wheel drive
  • Remote start system
  • Rear parking sensor
  • Power sunroof
  • Bose premium stereo with subwoofer
  • Cruise control
Vehicle Overview

New last year, this bite-sized five-seat SUV slots below the considerably larger Chevrolet Equinox and is closer in size to the Chevrolet Sonic and Cruze small cars.

Small doesn't mean basic, though, as Chevrolet pumps the Trax full of available connectivity and convenience features such as 4G LTE connectivity and a Wi-Fi hot spot, the Siri Eyes Free system, the BringGo navigation app, all-wheel drive and simulated leather upholstery. Competitors include the Jeep Renegade and Honda HR-V.
New for 2016
There are no significant changes.
Significant Standard Features

  • Keyless entry
  • Backup camera
  • OnStar 4G LTE with built-in Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required)
  • 7-inch touch-screen multimedia system with Bluetooth streaming audio
  • 60/40-split folding backseat and fold-down front passenger seat
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • All-wheel drive
  • Remote start system
  • Rear parking sensor
  • Power sunroof
  • Bose premium stereo with subwoofer
  • Cruise control

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Consumer Reviews

4.5
77 reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.5)
Performance
(4.4)
Interior Design
(4.3)
Comfort
(4.5)
Reliability
(4.6)
Value For The Money
(4.5)

What Drivers Are Saying

(5.0)

Trax Rules!

by Pattie from Cleveland Ohio on September 22, 2018

I love Chevybecause it is a very dependable brand. I had a cobalt for 10 years and now my sister sister has it. Long live Chevy! Read full review

(5.0)

excellent smaller SUV

by Alex C aka Melody Man Music.com from Canton, Ga on August 28, 2018

Another great vehicle from Chevrolet. Lots of room, great styling, Bose Stereo is great. Plenty of power with great handling and vision on the road. Gas mileage on the highway in the mid 30's plus a ... Read full review

Safety & Recalls

Recalls

The 2016 Chevrolet Trax currently has 4 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

The 2016 Chevrolet Trax has not been tested.

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    36 months / 36,000 miles

CPO Program & Warranty

Certified Pre-Owned by Chevrolet

Program Benefits

Two Factory-Backed Warranties, CPO Scheduled Maintenance Program, Vehicle Inspection & Reconditioning, 3-Day/150-Mile Vehicle Exchange Program, 24/7 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation, OnStar & SiriusXM Satellite Radio Trial Offers, and a Carfax Vehicle History Report

  • Limited Warranty

    Two Factory-Backed Warranties

    6-Year/100,000-Mile, Powertrain Limited Warranty and a 12- Month/12,000-Miles, Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty, both with $0 deductible

  • Eligibility

    Under 5 years / 75,000 miles

    Vehicles receive a 172-Point Inspection & Reconditioning.

    See inspection details.

Have Questions about warranties or CPO programs?

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The Trax received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

See also the latest CPO incentives by automaker