2020
Chevrolet Trax

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $21,300
    26 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $22,020
    24 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr LT
    Starts at
    $23,200
    26 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LT
    Starts at
    $23,820
    24 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Premier
    Starts at
    $27,600
    26 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Premier
    Starts at
    $29,100
    24 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas 4-Cyl
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat subcompact SUV
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
Turbo 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine
7-inch touchscreen standard
Front- or all-wheel drive
4G LTE with Wi-Fi hot spot

The good & the bad

The good

Visibility
Ride quality
Tall seating position
Multimedia features

The bad

Weak acceleration
Noisy engine
Small side mirrors
Advanced safety features limited to expensive trims
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Expert 2020 Chevrolet Trax review

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What Is the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The Chevrolet Trax is a subcompact SUV that can seat up to five people. It’s powered by a 138-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine that drives a six-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available. Competitors include the Kia Soul, Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V. 

What’s New on the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2020 Chevrolet Trax Are Most Important?

The standard 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, and 4G LTE connectivity with a Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after initial trial period) can help you stay connected on the go. A 60/40-split folding backseat and a fold-flat front passenger seat enable the Trax to carry items up to 8 feet long inside the cabin. Available active safety features include blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning and lane departure warning. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The Trax offers good visibility, a tall seating position and rides well, but you must put up with its weak, noisy engine. A lack of advanced safety features on lower trim levels isn’t great, either. The all-new 2021 Trailblazer is another small SUV option within the Chevrolet family.

2020 Chevrolet Trax review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The Chevrolet Trax is a subcompact SUV that can seat up to five people. It’s powered by a 138-horsepower, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine that drives a six-speed automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive models are available. Competitors include the Kia Soul, Mazda CX-3 and Honda HR-V. 

What’s New on the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2020 Chevrolet Trax Are Most Important?

The standard 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, and 4G LTE connectivity with a Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after initial trial period) can help you stay connected on the go. A 60/40-split folding backseat and a fold-flat front passenger seat enable the Trax to carry items up to 8 feet long inside the cabin. Available active safety features include blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning and lane departure warning. 

Should I Buy the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The Trax offers good visibility, a tall seating position and rides well, but you must put up with its weak, noisy engine. A lack of advanced safety features on lower trim levels isn’t great, either. The all-new 2021 Trailblazer is another small SUV option within the Chevrolet family.

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Safety review

Based on the 2020 Chevrolet Trax base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
19.8%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 111 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.3
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.5

Most recent

  • By Mimi from Austin TX
    Owns this car
    October 14, 2024

    This is my first crossover.

    This is my first crossover. I've been a truck and SUV person for about 20 years. When my truck was stolen and totaled, I bought this car used with 84k miles on it. The first week I had it the water pump went out, I kid you not. Not good so far, huh? The good thing is the car told me " car overheating, idle engine." My mechanic says newer vehicles are made to warn you before overheating causes damage to the engine. Thank God. I like the car, I'm actually starting to love the car. Trunk space is minimal, seats arent the most comfortable, I miss having a center storage space, and a passenger armrest would have been nice. The radio is kind of small to be tinkering with while driving, and I wish Android auto was wireless with built-in wifi (newer models have this) but the steering wheel controls help me overlook this minor inconvenience. This car is the only car I looked at with all the options I wanted for this year and price: remote start, extra CLEAR backup camera, push start, power driver seat AND park assist which alot of cars are phasing out these days in favor of things manufacturers believe consumers find more desirable. The blind spot indicators and cross traffic warning is nice as well and the ac blows freezing cold. You really get lots of bang for your buck. Oh and I was surprised by how well it handles bumps in the road, my last vehicle made me seasick going over those big speed bumps, not this car, it's extra smooth. I can't buy large hauls at rummage sales or thrift stores anymore because there's not enough space to haul them home, but there's plenty of room for me and the grandkids. I really wasn't financially prepared to buy a car right now and couldn't afford to buy brand new. But TBH, I find this model year of this car prettier than the new ones and overall am really pleased with my purchase. I'm getting older and this will probably be the last car I'll ever own or drive and I'm glad it was this one. Thank you Chevrolet.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Riley
    Owns this car
    August 27, 2024

    I’ve had no issues with this!

    I’ve had no issues with this! Even braving the Minnesota winter roads was nothing for it! I slid and the car handled it like a champ! Very reliable, great gas mileage, and very comfortable!
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By David
    Owns this car
    June 9, 2024

    This is a great car I love my LT trax performance is

    This is a great car I love my LT trax performance is great and is a lot of room I'm 6-5 and I can get in and out with ease and very comfortable!!! I would highly recommend this vehicle.
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Acie shiver from Bristol, Florida
    Owns this car
    April 26, 2024

    Upset owner of a Chevrolet

    This vehicle has no get up and go it has no room. My opinion considered as an over sized car. Not a SUV. Only has 40,000 miles on it needs a new turbo booster I called the dealer ship where we bought it from because it’s a 2020 it’s too old for them to work on. What in the world. Why in the world would this vehicle need a turbo booster replaced at that less of miles. We will trade it for a Toyota it’s rediculous.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Louissa from Hazel crest, IL
    Owns this car
    March 4, 2024

    My dream car

    I love everything about the car from the interior to the exterior, the color, the tires etc. It’s just so perfect and beautiful. I love it and I will highly recommend to anyone. Chevy cars are perfect.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mostk12 from Houston tx
    Owns this car
    February 1, 2024

    Chevy trax 2019

    I have driven my trax for 120,000 miles and I don't know if I have been very lucky or the car is very good, it has 120,000 miles and I have only changed the AC radiator, front brakes, oil every 10,000 miles and tires, not a single more mechanical expense, does not cause problems and it looks good
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jeromey Combs from North Lewisburg, Ohio
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2023

    Good car for the money

    Great car for the money, don't have a lot of miles yet but like it so far. I have nothing to complain about other than cargo space, but we knew that purchasing the car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By doug from Mount Horeb Wisconsin
    Owns this car
    January 3, 2023

    LOVE this car!

    Absolutely LOVE this car! Especially the ratio of length to height. Nice high road visibility from SUV but nice short vehicle length compared to most SUVs make it easy to park and turn.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Kim Olson from Phoenix, AZ
    Owns this car
    November 3, 2022

    My Chevy 2020 Trax

    I love my 2020 Trax LT. It gets great mileage, and is so comfortable and roomy!!! I would definitely recommend the the Trax to anyone looking for a smaller SUV.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Cyn from Montgomery IL
    Owns this car
    September 20, 2022

    Love my 2020 Trax!

    I've driven my 2020 Trax for 1-1/2 years and I am very happy with it! Despite the reviews about "weak engine" and "slow acceleration", I've experienced none of that! My turbo-charged engine gets me out of a jam when I need it to! Love the comfortable driver's seat. Love the Sirius radio and On Star availability. I have plenty of room to haul stuff when I need to. Plus it's so good looking!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Hollywood from Cleveland, OH
    Used to own this car
    August 29, 2022

    Uninspired design - up to Chevrolet standards.

    RENTER review - The harder you look for redeeming qualities of this car, the more you realize it doesn't have any. It's slow, unattractive, uncomfortable, and overall just a disappointment of a car. Priced as an SUV, yet fails as one. Storage and towing capacity are comparable to a sedan. Useless and uninspiring.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Tic Tac from Las Vegas, NV
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2022

    Love my car, very comfortable, no pick up and driv

    I purchased a new 2020 Chevy tracks. I love the way it looks, handles, and drives. The seats are extremely comfortable. Most of the time it’s just me or one other person in the car so I find it roomy enough. I got a simple version with not a lot of bells and whistle‘s but again, that’s not important to me. The one thing I have noticed and don’t like is it has no pick up and go. If you were going over any kind of a incline, I’m not talking about mountain I’m talking on ramps. Trying to get it up to speed on any kind of an incline is work. I have not tried it in any kind of mountain driving so I can’t say how it will handle, but I suspect it will be an adventure. All in all I love my car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The 2020 Chevrolet Trax is available in 3 trim levels:

  • LS (2 styles)
  • LT (2 styles)
  • Premier (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2020 Chevrolet Trax?

The 2020 Chevrolet Trax offers up to 26 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2020 Chevrolet Trax reliable?

The 2020 Chevrolet Trax has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2020 Chevrolet Trax owners.

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Trax a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2020 Chevrolet Trax. 85.6% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 111 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.5

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