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The United States auto market is seeing many new vehicles in the crossover SUV category. These vehicles offer many of the advantages of both an SUV (increased Cargo space, roomy interior) and a sedan (lower fuel costs, easy to get in/out, better handling). It is not surprising that escalating fuel prices have mirrored the rise in crossover popularity. Leading this class in 2011 is the Chevrolet Traverse. It combines the spacious cabin and styling of an SUV with the smooth ride and easy handling of a sedan, striking a happy medium for SUV owners looking to downsize to a more efficient vehicle.
The Chevy Traverse has many desirable features like seating for eight, split folding rear seat, a massive cargo area, and even top safety scores. If these attributes intrigue you, please read on. A large crossover that bridges the gap between the traditional mini-van and a truck based SUV; the Traverse excels in the day-to-day demands of most drivers.
Chevy’s 3.6-liter V6 engine powers the Traverse, when matched to a six speed automatic transmission with an optional manual control the lower trim levels produce 281 bhp and 266 lb-ft. of torque. The addition of Dual exhaust in the LTZ package ups output to 288 bhp and 270 lb-ft. of torque. With a 0-60 time of 8.6 seconds, the Chevy Traverse will not burn up your local drag strip, but is certainly fast enough to merge onto the highway without incident. The EPA estimates fuel economy in the front wheel drive model at 17mpg city/24 mpg highway with a combined average of 19 mpg. The all-wheel drive option has similar results (16/23/19 respectively). When properly equipped the Traverse can tow up to 5200lbs.
Families will be happy to see that the Traverse comes standard with a long list of safety features. Anti-lock disc brakes, traction and stability control, and front as well as side curtain airbags for all three rows of seating are standard equipment on the 2011 Chevy Traverse. Excellent marks from the government and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for front, side, and off-set impact tests confirm the vehicle’s safety in a variety of possible accident scenarios.
On the inside, the three trim levels provide different layouts to serve different needs. The interior is a real selling point, even in the base model. Attractively outfitted with a two-tone color scheme complimented by brushed aluminum and chrome trim, the beauty of the 2011 Chevy Travers is more than skin deep. Easy to read gauges and a simple layout combined with smooth handling give the Traverse a real advantage over traditional SUV’s. The passenger cabin is well laid out, with eating for six or seven passengers depending on your choice of trim (the 2LT has two captain’s chairs, where as all other models opt for a 60/40 folding bench seat). The third row is still usable for adults, although not the roomiest in its class. There is ample cargo space, with 24.4 cubic feet of room behind the third row seating.
Overall Chevy has released an excellent driving vehicle that can amply carry passengers or cargo with ease, and not break your wallet in the process. Please come down to your local Georgia Chevrolet Dealer today for a test drive, you might find the 2011 Traverse is just what you’ve always wanted.