2024 Chevy Traverse
The Chevy Traverse is technically in the midsize SUV class, but this is a vehicle that offers cargo space and passenger capacity to rival some larger SUVs. The Chevy Traverse is a great mix of tech-savvy, family-friendly, safety-oriented, and fun to drive. This SUV has a little bit of everything going for it.
Below, we are going to take a closer look at all the features and capabilities that can be found in the 2024 Chevy Traverse, including what is new for the 2024 model. Be sure to check out all the info about this vehicle below, and reach out to us at Betley Chevrolet if you have any questions about this vehicle.
What’s New for the 2024 model?
The Chevy Traverse is all-new for the 2024 model year, so there are a lot of amazing features worth checking out. This vehicle has new features like a 17.7-inch diagonal infotainment display, an all-new Z71 trim, and so much more. There is plenty to look at, so check out an in-depth look at the 2024 Chevy Traverse below, and reach out to us at Betley Chevrolet with any questions you may have.
Performance and Engine Options
First, let’s take a look at how the 2024 Chevy Traverse can perform for you. In the previous model year, this vehicle featured a V6 engine, but that engine is gone for this model and has been replaced by a turbocharged engine option. Learn more about this and the overall performance of this SUV below.
- Turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine – The turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is standard in the Traverse. This engine gives you an estimated 315-horespower and 317 pound-feet of torque. This is five more horsepower and 51 more pound-feet of torque compared to the engine in the previous model year of the Chevy Traverse. This four-cylinder engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 2024 Traverse comes standard with front-wheel drive, but there is all-wheel drive available. When it comes to fuel efficiency, the 2024 Traverse should offer you better efficiency than the previous model year. It is estimated to give you around 21 combined miles per gallon. The 2024 Traverse also has the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds when it is properly equipped.
All-new for the 2024 model year is a Z71 trim for the Traverse. This trim is more off-road focused, so it has some extra performance features to get excited about. This specific model has performance features like an off-road suspension, all-wheel drive with a twin-clutch, skid plates, tow hooks, 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, trailering equipment, and hill descent control. There is also terrain mode on this vehicle so that you can switch to get even more off-road capability.
Exterior
The Chevy Traverse has an upgraded sleek and sporty look for the Traverse. This midsize SUV looks capable and powerful with a larger more squared off front grille, and new LED tail lights in an L shape. This vehicle has some refreshed looks and features for the 2024 model year, but it remains on the 120.9-inch wheelbase.
The exterior of this vehicle has features like LED lighting, a powerful black grille, gloss black roof rails, a sunroof, a smart sense liftgate, and trailering equipment. It can be found in exterior colors like Iridescent Pearl Tricoat, Summit White, Mosaic Black Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sterling Gray Metallic, Harvest Bronze Metallic, and Lakeshore Blue Metallic.
Interior
On the inside of the Chevy Traverse, you can seat seven or eight people, depending on the model. There is standard seating for eight people on the LS trim with a second-row bench seat. The LT trim is available with the bench seat or second-row captain’s chairs. The RS and Z71 trim only seat seven because they come with the captain’s chairs in the second row. This vehicle comes standard with cloth upholstery, but there are interior upgrades available like leather upholstery, heated first and second row seats,
When it comes to cargo space, you have plenty of room in your Traverse. The third row has a 60/40 split bench to allow for different cargo configurations. You can also fold both the second and third rows of seating down, and when you do this, you can get up to 98 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Technology Features
Next, let’s look at some of the exciting technology features that can be found in the 2024 Chevy Traverse model. Check them out here.
- 17.7-inch infotainment system – Brand-new for the 2024 Traverse is a 17.7-inch infotainment display. This is quite a bit bigger than previous infotainment systems that were only 7 or 8 inches. This touchscreen infotainment offers you great visibility of features and apps, and it is easy to use and navigate through.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto –
- Wi-Fi hotspot – You can also get internet on the go with your Chevy Traverse with the available built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Wireless device charging – You also have the ability to get wireless device charging built-in to your vehicle so you never have to remember that car charger.
- Premium audio system – You can find a premium Bose audio system on some models of your 2024 Traverse to give you a premium listening experience.
- Bluetooth – You can be safer and talk on the phone hands-free with the Bluetooth capability in this SUV.
- 11-inch diagonal driver information center – This is also an upgraded and larger driver information center so that you have all the vehicle information you need at your fingertips.
- 6 USB ports – You can find a total of six USB ports in this SUV, including options in the front and back to allow you charging capabilities for plenty of your passengers.
Those are the main technology features in the Chevy Traverse, and they can keep you entertained and connected on the road. The larger than ever infotainment system is something exciting and new for the 2024 model, and this vehicle also features some brand-new safety technology that you can learn more about in the next section.
Safety
There are plenty of safety features standard in the 2024 Traverse, a few of these include automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, blind spot warning, adaptive cruise control, and rear cross traffic alert and braking. There is also a new standard safety feature called Buckle to Drive and a new available safety feature called Super Cruise (learn more about both of these below).
- Buckle to Drive – This feature is newly standard for the 2024 Traverse. This feature ensures that the front seat passengers have their seatbelt buckled before driving by not allowing the vehicle to be put in drive before then.
- Super Cruise – Super Cruise is brand new for the Traverse. This is a hands-free driving assist feature. It can assist with braking, steering, and acceleration because it has over 200,000 miles of pre mapped roads. However, it is not completely autonomous driving, so driver’s still have to pay attention to the road.
- Automatic emergency braking – This safety feature watches out for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles. It will automatically apply the brakes if it detects a potential collision. This can help you to avoid a collision or lessen the impact of one.
- Forward collision warning – Another important feature is the forward collision warning. This feature will alert you audibly and visually if it detects a potential front-end collision. With this alert, you can then apply the brakes or take evasive action.
All of those safety features are exciting. There are definitely some major safety updates in the 2024 model year of the Chevy Traverse.
2024 Traverse Trim Options
Now that we have talked generally about the 2024 Chevy Traverse and its features, it is worth talking about the specific model or trim options. There will be four different trims for the 2024 Traverse. The base model is the LS, and it has some great standard safety and technology features, as well as seating for eight standard. The LT is the next step up and it adds features like Super Cruise, wireless device charging, second-row captain’s chairs and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The next option is the off-road capable Z71 trim. This option is great for those wanting to be more adventurous because it has those extra off-road performance features like all-terrain tires, tow hooks, an off-road suspension, and more. Finally, the RS trim has your premium Bose audio system, jet black leather seats, trailering equipment, and RS badging and embroidery.
All of the model options are pretty exciting, so you will have to determine which features are most important to you. If you have any questions about the 2024 Chevy Traverse or any of the trim options, you can reach out to us at Betley Chevrolet.