Chevrolet Trax
The 2026 Chevrolet Trax presents a generally good reliability profile, supported by zero recalls and complaints.
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2026 modelSpecifications by model year
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 | 31 | 29 | 8.4 | 7.59 | 8.11 | — |
| 2025 | 28 | 31 | 29 | 8.4 | 7.59 | 8.11 | — |
| 2024 | 28 | 32 | 30 | 8.4 | 7.35 | 7.84 | — |
| 2022 | 23 | 30 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.84 | 9.05 | 23-30 mpg combined |
| 2021 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 9.8 | 8.11 | 9.05 | — |
| 2020 | 24 | 29 | 26 | 9.8 | 8.11 | 9.05 | — |
| 2019 | 26 | 31 | 28 | 9.05 | 7.59 | 8.4 | — |
| 2018 | 25 | 33 | 28 | 9.41 | 7.13 | 8.4 | — |
| 2017 | 25 | 33 | 28 | 9.41 | 7.13 | 8.4 | — |
| 2016 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.92 | 8.11 | — |
| 2015 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.92 | 8.11 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 3 | 1.2 | Regular | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 3 | 1.2 | Regular | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 3 | 1.2 | Regular | — | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | LE2 | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 155 hp | 177 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (S6) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | suv | 4 | 1.4 | Regular | — | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $21,400, MSRP range: $21,400 - $24,120, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Excludes destination fee of $1,195., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/10/2026 | Trim: 1LT | USD | $21,400 | $21,400 - $24,120 | 0.9 | Excludes destination fee of $1,195. | llm_estimate | 5/10/2026 | 1LT | — |
| 2021 | — | Trim: 1LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1LT | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $21,300, Trim: 1LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1LT | $21,300 |
| 2019 | — | Base price: $30,095, Trim: 1LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1LT | $30,095 |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $27,300, Trim: LS | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | LS | $27,300 |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $22,900, Trim: 1LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1LT | $22,900 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 530 | 18.7 | Keyless ignition: Optional, Seat rows: 2 | — | Optional | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 100.6, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 100.6 | 16 | 16 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 100.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Optional | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 100.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 100.6, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Optional | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 100.6 | 16 | 16 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 356 | 12.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 100.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 100.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 530 | 18.7 | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 100.6, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Optional | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 100.6 | 18 | 18 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Frontal crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Overall rating | Side crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 4 | 2026 CHEVROLET TRAX SUV N/A FWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 4 | 4 | 2025 CHEVROLET TRAX SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 4 | 4 | 2024 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | 4 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Chevrolet Trax SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | optional | — | standard | optional | — | — | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | optional | — | optional | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Chevrolet Trax SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | — | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Chevrolet Trax SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | optional | standard | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | — | optional | optional | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | 5 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 5 |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Chevrolet Trax presents a generally good reliability profile, supported by zero recalls and complaints.
2025
The 2025 Chevrolet Trax, with a 'Below Average' reliability verdict, warrants careful consideration for used buyers.
2024
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant reports of catastrophic engine failures.
2022
The 2022 Chevrolet Trax offers a competent package with a strong safety score, but buyers should be aware of documented engine and fuel system concerns.
2021
The 2021 Chevrolet Trax offers average reliability, but condition and maintenance are critical.
2020
The 2020 Chevrolet Trax presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns with its **service brakes** and **electrical system**.
2019
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax earns a below-average reliability verdict, primarily due to significant concerns with its **airbag system** and **suspension**.
2018
The 2018 Chevrolet Trax presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns with its suspension system, specifically the front lower control arms.
2017
The 2017 Chevrolet Trax presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its airbag system and recurring engine and electrical issues.
2016
The 2016 Chevrolet Trax is generally considered below average for reliability and should be bought carefully.
2015
The 2015 Chevrolet Trax is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns around **airbag non-deployment** and powertrain issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Trax?
Carfocal currently has 11 published Trax reports, covering 2015 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Chevrolet Trax presents a generally good reliability profile, supported by zero recalls and complaints.
Published year coverage: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Chevrolet Trax reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Chevrolet Trax. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 chevrolet trax presents a generally good reliability profile, supported by zero recalls and complaints. and the 2026 chevrolet trax offers value as an economical used vehicle, particularly if found at a competitive price. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
11 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Trax?
Across Carfocal's published Trax guides, recurring problem areas include EVAP Purge Pump, Engine, and Fuel System Components. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: EVAP Purge Pump, Engine, and Fuel System Components.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 11
- Years tracked
- 11
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints