Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.MSRP: From $40,800Use the table of contents to jump to a sectionOverviewThe 2027 Chevrolet Traverse midsize SUV is entering the fourth model year of its third generation. It's a roomy 3-row midsizer that can seat up to eight people, with a maximum cargo capacity of over 97 cu-ft. The entire lineup is powered by the same 328-hp 2.5-liter turbo-four linked to an 8-speed automatic transmission, with AWD standard on the Z71 and optional on the FWD LT and RS.2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 in Sterling GrayChevroletWhat's New for 2027The 2027 Traverse gets a new interior camera system, which will be standard on the RS and optional on the other trims. The LT retains last year's 18-inch wheels, but gains access to optional Carbon Flash Metallic 20-inch wheels via the Sun and Wheel package this year, or 20-inch gloss-black wheels if optioned with the Midnight/Sport Edition package. The Z71 gets new gloss-black 18-inch wheels with machined faces, while the RS runs on new gloss-black 22-inch wheels.AdvertisementAdvertisementAmong the exterior paint finishes, Lakeshore Blue Metallic and Stardust Metallic are retired, while Trillium Green (below left) and Twilight Blue (below right) are new.2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS in Trillium GreenChevrolet configuratorView the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleExteriorThe Traverse has presence, thanks to its considerable size, which, at nearly 205 inches long and 80 inches wide, makes it one of the biggest midsize SUVs out there. Its broad, truck-influenced styling comes with a contemporary split Chevy grille, thin upper DRLs, and separate lower LED headlights. The LT has chrome, a golden Chevy bowtie emblem, and 18-inch wheels (upgradable to 20s), while the Z71 and RS have black trim and bowties, the former with black machined 18-inch wheels, a 1.0-inch suspension lift, red tow hooks, and skid plates, and the latter with gloss-black 22-inch wheels.View the 3 images of this gallery on the original articleInteriorThe Traverse LT seats eight in three rows with a 2nd-row bench or seven with dual captain's chairs; the other two trims come with the captain's chairs only. The cabin is roomy, and the third row accommodates adults in a natural seating position that avoids that knees-up posture.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe LT comes with cloth upholstery, a power driver's seat, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote start, 7- or 8-passenger seating, tri-zone climate control, rear USB ports, adaptive cruise control, a wireless charging pad, lane-keep assist, an 11-inch digital gauge cluster, and a 17.7-inch touchscreen with Wi-Fi capability, wireless smartphone integration, and 6-speaker audio.The 7-seater-only upper trims gain items like leatherette upholstery, a power passenger seat, ventilated front seats, front-seat memory, active noise-cancellation, a power-adjustable steering wheel, Super Cruise hands-free highway driving (optional on base trims), an interior camera, heated 2nd-row seats, a surround-view camera, and 12-speaker Bose audio.2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 with Jet Black and Oregon Natural Tan interiorChevrolet configuratorView the 3 images of this gallery on the original articlePrice Range and Best Value TrimThe 2027 Chevrolet Traverse's price stays the same at the lower end of the range, and only the RS increases by a few hundred dollars, presumably to account for the new cabin camera.CategoryTrimPriceBase trimLT FWD$40,800Top trimRS AWD$57,800Best value trimLT AWD$42,800The LT is sound value and comes with the 17.7-inch touchscreen, 2nd-row captain's chairs, a wireless charging pad, an AutoSense power liftgate, and the Trailering package. You can add AWD for $2,000. The $1,395 Driver Confidence package adds a surround-view camera, a camera-based digital rearview mirror, a key card, rear pedestrian alert, and more.2027 Chevrolet Traverse Specs OverviewFWD is standard on the LT and RS, and AWD is a $2K option. The Z71 is AWD only.Powertrain OptionsEngineHorsepowerTorqueTransmissionDrivetrain2.5L Turbo I4328 hp326 lb-ft8-speed autoFWD / AWDPerformance and 0-60 MPHWith a curb weight approaching 4,800 pounds in the Z71, 328 hp isn't all that much, and the 0-60 sprint takes anything from 7.3 to 8.4 seconds, depending on the drivetrain and vehicle weight, so it's acceptable, not quick. It struggles a bit when fully laden on the highway, and the big-four becomes coarse when working hard. Chassis tuning favors comfort, not agility.2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 in Sterling GrayChevrolettFuel Economy (MPG)DrivetrainCityHighwayCombinedFWD202622AWD202421AWD System OverviewAWD is standard on the Z71 and optional on the rest. It's a twin-clutch system with an automatically locking rear diff, optimizing grip under all driving conditions. The Z71 additionally adds hill-descent control, a Terrain mode, skid plates, and lifted, off-road-optimized suspension.DimensionsDimensionLT, RSZ71Length204.49 in204.72 inWidth79.57 in79.96 inHeight69.57 in70.67 inWheelbase121.0 in121.0 inInterior Space (Front and Rear)MeasurementFront RowSecond RowThird RowHead Room42.6 in39.96 in38.27 inLeg Room44.29 in41.46 in32.13 inCargo SpaceThe Traverse has a commendable 22.9 cu-ft of cargo space behind the third row. With it folded, the volume expands to 56.6 cu-ft, and with the second row also folded, a full 97.6 cu-ft is on offer.2024 Chevrolet Traverse RS trunkJohn Beltz SnyderView the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleGround ClearanceThe Traverse's 6.77 inches of ground clearance is a bit marginal for something calling itself an SUV, but the Z71's lifted off-road suspension increases this to a more useful 7.76 inches. Along with all-terrain tires and improved approach and departure angles, this is the only trim with some actual light-trail off-road ability.WarrantyCoverageDurationBasic Warranty3 years / 36,000 milesPowertrain Warranty5 years / 60,000 milesComplimentary MaintenanceFirst service visit onlyPros and ConsPros:AdvertisementAdvertisementClass-leading 97.6 cu-ft of maximum cargo volumeSeating for up to eightSuper Cruise hands-free highway driving available17.7-inch touchscreen with Google Built-InVersatile trim lineup, including adventure-focused Z71Cons:Turbo-four gets coarse under loadSedate performanceTop trims approach $60KSuspension prioritizes comfort over agilityVerdictThe Traverse majors on safety features, cabin and cargo space, and advanced in-car tech with large display screens at a great price, especially for the well-equipped $43k LT trim, which is the best buy with a few judiciously selected extras to kit it out with everything you need. The sedate performance is a negative, and warranty coverage falls short of the class leaders, but overall, the Traverse is an excellent midsize package.2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 in Sterling GrayChevroletCompetitorsToyota Grand HighlanderJeep Grand Cherokee LKia TellurideHyundai PalisadeHonda PilotAdvertisementAdvertisementThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Sep 1, 2026, where it first appeared in the Cars section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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