There’s a lot of trash talk about these cars. But it’s a 26 thousand dollar car. If you take care of it it’ll last as long as you need it to. If you need to replace a timing belt or something in 5 years, then so be it. My wife and I love ours. Comfortable, stylish, gets us where we need to be
Wet Belt timing belt can fail at 40000 miles. Buried deep in the engine. Probably costs 2000 to change. If temped to buy search Wet Belt on TH-cam. Do your research. I wouldn't want the turbo. But the Wet Belt scares me more.
Call me crazy but I got some money from an inheritance. Decided to fully pay off an LT trim. Had it since July. My first new car and i absolutely love it. Its perfect for me, I love how quiet it is. Decided to just pull the trigger and take the chance with the Trax. So far got 4 thousand miles on it. Drove it home from Santa Barbara back to the San Gabriel Valley during that tropical storm we had here in Cali and it did great in heavy rain. I dont regret this purchase. Its stylish and got some torque to it despite the small engine. Good enough for me 👍🏼
i own one of these cars, bought it May 3, 2023, a 2RS model in nitro yellow metallic... so far it has 21,000 miles on the odometer. Some of the takeaways of a broken-in Trax versus a no-miles one... it gets quicker once it passes the 1500-2000 mile mark. I live in the Adirondacks of New York State and this car has no problem climbing the hills here, merging on to the interstate or passing. The only issues i have had with the car in the year of ownership were all pertaining to the instrument cluster and head unit. Also, there seems to be an ongoing saga with the rear window switch. Mine seems to be working for spite. Mechanically, it's very solid. The only thing that has kept this car from being a huge home run for me is the lack of a manual transmission option. The longest trip the car has been taken on was from here in northeastern New York to Atlantic City, New Jersey for a conference... i averaged around 38mpg with speeds ranging from 70mph to 90mph.
In a world where every car at the dealer is minimum $45k, I can appreciate an actually reasonably priced car. He nailed it, for your average driver, front wheel drive, Android Auto/Apple Car play and a surprisingly nice looking interior is all you need.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 When I bought the Trax in 2015. My wife thought it was cute. The ironic part was it replaced the 7 passenger T-Blazer. Why did it replace a T-blazer? Glad you asked. I told her about parking up front and not hiding it in the middle. It got stolen. NO V-8 and hefty transmission to put in a older GM product. My brother had a bigger engine in his GL 1800 Aspencade.
@@scrambler69-xk3kv oh and the 2003 5 passenger? 200,000 miles and still running. Might be why they quit making I-6 RWD? Of course it was because of CAFE. Or was it because buy a Yukon instead. A slightly smaller I-6 on a Canyon/Colorado frame would be just fine. Shrinking it to 3.3 L would still be a smooth running SUV if you trimming 1000lbs of it. But Generous Motors has always done less than _________. Well except for the 63 and 64 Impala. Yep those I-6s outlasted the frame.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 And what do you actually know about this vehicle’s reliability? *Not a darn thing.* Y’all are behaving acting like a 3-cylinder is incapable of being reliable if done correctly, or as if your crystal ball has showed you this particular engine is incapable of running smoothly for a long period of time.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 Smaller, more simple engine which is easier to maintain, no AWD to break, no extensive bells and whistles to break, and it's assembled in South Korea. I'd say that reliability is likely to be solid compared to a heavily-gadgeted behemoth built in Mexico.
Finally got mine after waiting 5 mos and I love it! It’s responsive and so fast for a 3 cylinder. Love the dash and entertainment center. Can’t wait for my first road trip. Got the 2RS in silver.
@@PunksarepunkI like it! I haven’t taken it on a road trip yet but it’s nifty! The thing I WILL say is I don’t like the gas mileage. It’s got a small tank so you’ll only get 310 miles on a full one. It’s as fast as any car I’ve had and I’ve had 3 Camaros. It’s ccgot space. It’s comfy. No regrets.
This car makes a lot of sense. A lot of people in the US are used to drive a car that is actually way bigger than they need for day-to-day commutes. This will not be the best car in the world, but it is relatively cheap to buy and run, not offensively ugly, it will take you from A to B easily and in relative comfort, and I see 30+ mpg on the dashboard. What more do you need? I really think that the saying "it's gotta have a V8" should be a thing from the past. I also know that reality still proves different. You can get so much power from such a small engine though, that you don't *need* anything more. Look at other European cars: even Ford was one of the first to fit a 1.0 3 cilinder engine in a Mondeo (Fusion in the US). It worked quite well, and was good enough for many. Of course, if you are a petrolhead things are different. But if you just want to go from A to B and don't like driving, this car may be a good option. Thank you for the video!
I dont know man. If you are still buying a 1L 3 cylinder in US from Chevy, then you're definitely doing something wrong. These type of cars only work in some european markets, Latin America and Asia for a good reason. Americans dont need to buy cars like these :)
@@wetlettuce8215 better space? How? Doesn't look a ton more practical to me vs a civic or corolla hatchback. And more ground clearance is moot with those big wheels and anemic engine
The Trax/Envista/Trailblazer make a lot of sense for the cheap buying crowd. If the 1.2(1.3) can actually last that is. Its a harder sell when the Kia Soul (and Seltos) exist with a NA MFI 2.0l that's been as reliable as anything out there Plus, Honda and Toyota existing
I just bought a 2025 base LS model 2 days ago, and got the chance to really test it on the 9 hour drive home (flew down because I got a crazy good deal), and I still couldn't be happier with it. I paid $22,800 after everything, and for the price, it has everything I could possibly expect or even ask for. I got mine in Marina blue. It looks incredible, drives like a much more sporty vehicle, and is insanely quiet on the highway. It's truly a unique experience at it's price point. This may be the best vehicle you can buy with a family on a budget.
While it has a lot of little issues (not much power, refesh rate on the dash seems low, unresponsive trans, etc), this is an incredible value in this day and age, and I have to respect what they’ve done for the price point. And I think it’s very stylish too.
Honestly i like it, its nice. I could definitely see myself owning this as a daily driver/family car and i would not be embarrassed having it sit besides my enthusiast weekend sportscar. Get a cheap and economic daily driver and have enough money for a expensive and non-economic weekend car.
@@slimjimmy3334I’m so sorry for the late response.. The sound system is very good! Speakers around the car and it is very sharp. Rarely when I watch music from a TH-cam video it gets a couple second delay, that doesn’t happen when I use iMusic though. Overall very good sound system!
I rented the outgoing Trax and was happy with it for what it was. This came days after renting a comparable Mitsubishi Outlander which made me hate driving lol. I think everyone likes driving, they just aren’t driving the right cars.
Just picked up a 2RS for my wife 3 weeks ago. This is A LOT of car for the money. It is not a hotrod, but she thinks it is quicker than her 2018 Cruze was (which had more power). It is very roomy, and this is coming from someone who dailies a 20' Silverado. It also has great features like adaptive cruise, lane keep, wireless Android Auto, etc.. The engine actually sounds and feels great for what it is, but we'll see what reliablity is like. There is definitely some areas that could be improved, but it is half the cost of a Cadillac XT4 which is what we had been looking at. All in all, so far no dissapointments only pleasure.
@@drury2d8 I was going to say the same thing. GM has been a disaster for decades, but since 2008 they really have been putting out pure trash. Fisher Price interiors in everything. But I am sure the GM fans have faith in the almighty Mary Barra. And who in their right mind is cross shopping a Cadillac XT4 and a disposable Trax?
Glad you featured this great economy car. Looks like GM picked all the right decisions on this one. One thing i have to say though is that GM always wins when it comes to a quiet smooth and comfortable ride. Also, it'd be great if you could do a little peel out, traction control off of course, so we can have an idea as to the drivetrain's prowess for hauling the car out from a dead stop.
Thank you for thisvideo! I have a Trax 1RS ordered and some reviews had me worried, but after seeing this one and a few other GOOD ones, I am glad I ordered one. Thanks again!!
NGL...I've really been quite impressed by what is coming out of Chevrolet for the past 5-6yrs...I had always avoided them like the plague, and honestly there other American competitors as well. Always a Honda, Nissan, Toyota buyer myself. But recently I picked up a 2017 2SS Camaro 6MT...And I've been nothing but impressed by it. The interior of this is similar. They've come quite a way In my opinion. And I completely agree, the Trax has had the glow up of the century..This is a good looking CUV...If there is such a thing. Also, completely understand your comments on the HRV as far as the CVT. My ex had one, and wow that thing wont get out of it's own way. It was a 2016, they may have gotten some better. Cheers.
@@DS-wo8wr Deawoo design/engineering is fine. Its a world engine at this point. I do think its a bit on the small side even with only a 3k curb weight. Lead foots going to be boosting that tiny turbo to the limit 24/7!
Allegedly, they went with the 6-speed for the Trax based on cost. I know the CVT in the Subarus is anemic, but I will say the GM CVT used in the Encore GX & Trailblazer is a nice unit. GM definitely learned from their own mistakes with the CVT that was in several Saturn models years ago as well as Nissan’s with the Jatco CVTs.
The Subaru CVTs suck to drive. They're no fun but they do tend to be on the more reliable side vs. the Jatco for example. They're more similar to Honda CVTs, not exactly bulletproof but not maligned with explosions at 30,000 miles in.
@@zacharyreynolds4303 The JATCO CVTs are generally around $5k-$6k to replace. The Subaru CVTs are around $7k-$8k to replace. It's worth noting. Also, in the Mitsubishis, the JATCOs seem to hold up a little better than in the Nissans, plus you're covered for 10yrs/100k miles. I believe Subaru covers for 5yrs/60k miles.
@@palebeachbumSubaru CVT's are pretty much bulletproof if you change the fluid every 50k (first one at 30k). Have been racing my 14" Forester XT for more than 150k miles and the thing has been bulletproof. I did however add a small 30$ CVT cooler for racing purposes.
I’ve only seen one and it’s owner lives in the condo complex I live in. A 2RS with everything included (roof, ACC, etc) except for the roof rails. Pretty big up close.
2013 to present Chevrolet has been killing it. More people are loving them, still many have the old image of Chevy. This Ttax will sell super well in Saudi but we never got it. I mean, many features in a 3 cylinder 6 gears automatic? Dayum!
These mini-CUVs are actually a pretty great deal. They're spacious and practical while being small and maneuverable. They have enough power to make them good daily drivers that don't burn a ton of fuel. They really offer a lot of car for not a lot of money. Pay it off in 5 years and go trade it in for another.
Now if they’d only drop more powerful engines in them and make them with manual transmissions! Turn them into enthusiast cars to replace all the hot hatches that have gone extinct in the US. I loved the Kona N, it would be one of my attainable dream cars if Hyundai would make it with a Manual.
I bought a 2008 Chevy Cobalt brand new in 2008 (2.3 KMS on it) and it lasted me 9 years. I worked 68 KMS from home and in those 9 years I put on 640,000 KMS. No joke!! The issue I had with it was the back passenger side widow motor went (covered under warranty, although I had a $100 deductible I had to pay). Obviously I had to do breaks/tires etc and I did oil changes every 5 weeks due to the KMS I was putting on it but I seriously had ZERO issues when I got rid of it in 2017. Nothing leaking no electrical issues at all. The suspension was SHOT but I guess that's to be expected. I'm not saying this one will last that long but with proper care it just might. And it could be worse.... It could be a Chrysler...
My last two cars had a CD players. My new 2024 Trax is a huge upgrade for me. I'm loving my new vehicle so far. The price and the looks overall were a huge factor for me. I got the orange LT.
Great review, understood what the car is for. Not complaining it lacks power or doesn't handle well. It's car on a budget that doesn't cut corners and lasts long.
That’s how I feel when I drive my friends Elantra blue hybrid. 6spd dct. Plenty peppy w electric torque. All the comforts. Handles well enough. 50mpg verified. 25-26k. It’s insane how good it is for the money. I’ve recommended them twice and both bought. If you don’t need a hatch it’s best deal going for mpg fun and warranty.
I have seen the new Elantra and Sonata hybrids. They look fantastic. Personally, I still question long term reliability but I can see why people buy them. My 2019 Fusion hybrid will get 55-60mpg in the city. Ford actually bought Toyota's hybrid system at that time and it has the same reliable engine, battery, and transmission as the Prius. I test drove a Prius because I liked the hatch style better for hauling things, but the ride is abysmal.
Heck even the regular 4 cylinders Elantra feels peppy, got a loaner when my C300 was in body shop and I must say it was a surprised driving that car. Definitely felt more like a 200+HP vehicle, they did some magic with the torque and transmission
I consider myself a car enthusiast and have been all of my life. A Porsche or Lamborghini guy I am not and never was, even when I was younger. I can definitely see a place in the market for this vehicle. I would consider one myself. It meets my present needs and it’s a great value. Is it comparable to to a $40,000-$60,000 vehicle? No, but it’s not meant to be. People who poo poo this vehicle are comparing it to a Cayenne. Again, I can buy 3 of these for the same price.
Its a completely normal car and I used this review a few months ago in my consideration to buy it. Was driving a 15' Fiesta SE with the horrible shuddering transmission and wanted something that just worked. The styling isn't embarrassing and really shoots above its price point. Engine can generally keep up on highways, driven it through the chaos of Detroit, near NYC, several hundred miles through Canada, up in the mountains, still no problems. Performed decently with snow tires in a recent CNY lake effect storm.
My work place had a number of cars for use, from Honda, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Chevy, Dodge, Nissan, Kia, and surely some I am forgetting. I always liked the Trax most. It was economical and fairly nice interior with more space than it looks, in addition to being easy to drive and park.
The amount of torque in low gears at around 3k rpm is really impressive. It's not going to get up to highway speeds terribly quickly but boy oh boy is this a fun little city scooter.
I already saw a problem when you opened the hood. No radiator similar to the Equinox. It has the large plastic jug that flows coolant through the block which doesn't do well in hotter temperatures, especially if you're not moving or sitting in traffic. I already went through this!
these tiny engines with turbos are being stressed way too much in todays heavy vehicles. But GM couldn't care less, they only need the engine to last 60,000 miles.....
@@ashantibolden2412 oh how naive you are with that statement. The engine on my Malibu melted its pistons at a mere 70,000 miles, 10k miles after the powertrain warranty expired...interesting coincidence. Almost like the manufacturer did thousands of hours of load testing, knew the precise time when issues would arise and tailored their warranty to suit the weakest link's lifespan!
My 2016 Encore still going fine.. 1.4 turbo.. 53400 miles… no issues mechanically.. still on original brakes…should get replaced soon. I don’t like CVT..the 6spd is fine but not perfect. Shift points are a little off for my taste, but I get 30+mpg around town but could get a little better if it would go into overdrive just under 40mph..wonder if it’s different in this new version with the 1.2L.. Buick is usually quieter and smoother riding..wonder how this newer Chevy version is. I test drove a 2016 Trax and went with the Buick for the quieter ride in the cabin..
"It's too bad we don't have $12,000 - $13,000 cars like we used to." I went to my friend's parents' GMC dealership when I was in high school. There was a new GMC pickup in the showroom. The sticker price, with delivery, was $1,750. Later, in college (late 1960s), the local Chevy dealer had a new Chevy Blazer for $2,800. A new Corvette cost about $7,000 as I recall.
One thing I can say about my 24 Chevy Trax is im loving it. Love the smooth ride, the orange color and the sound system. Car payments are not so bad either. 😅
I drive 2018 trax LT. Fwd. It's a good little crossover. I average 30mpg city with 90 octane non ethanol gas. It's not a speed demon. But it's comfy and exonomical
I can see piston rings wearing out on these. You're moving relatively bigger vehicles with tinsy 3 cylinders that rarely work out for longevity. Plus it's turbo charged which means more pressure on those pistons.
You'll be lucky if these engines last 50k miles before they blow up. Even with proper maintenance. A turbo 3 cylinder engine from GM in a SUV? I'd rather play Russian Roullete.
First gen wasn't a looker, but it had AWD and another cylinder, and the updated 1.4 was much better.. The 1.2 is a no go for me, even the 1.3 is out. GM can say leaving AWD out was a cost savings thing, but we sold MANY AWD last body Trax for under $25k, the AWD is why people bought them.
It's funny that GM used to actually market their engines in ccs rather than liters. My wife had an '06 Malibu with *_3600_* badges all over the front to make you feel like you're driving something with a BIG engine, despite the fact that 3.6 liters is somewhere in the middle of the pack.
You havent genuinly been this excited about a car in a while :) it is a great value, and if i needed a commuter, i would buy this over a corolla. It's just a hard bargain against a civic hatch with the base 2.0vtec engine with a manual.
Why in the hell would you pass up the Corolla? Neither's going to be great to drive and I guarantee this thing will fall apart like a pinata in 5 years
@@tubbs2132 because the corolla, while the new one looks good, drives like an appliance, driving dynamics of a washing machine. I'd take a civic hatch any day of the week over any corolla (besides the gr). If I must, I'd take the corolla hatch. As a car enthusiant, I must preserve some dignity.
@@tubbs2132 Like you know..... G.M. / CHEVY MAKES MANY of the longest lasting reliable V8 engines in history....what's to say they can't hit home runs with some smaller engines....they do !
@@tubbs2132- Corollas now are cheaply made, especially the current generation. They're (almost unsafe) slow as hell, their interiors fall apart within 5 years and mechanically isn't sound like they used to be. My 2016 Corolla's transmission died at 78,000 miles and my 120,000 powertrain warranty wasn't honored by Toyota. They said they consider it normal wear and tear so I had to get myself a lawyer.
6 speed auto transmission mated to a Geo Metro 1 liter bored over and punched out to 1.2. And the reliability of a turbo added to the mix. And it's a chevy for extra reliability. If that drive train combo doesn't scare the shit out of you, then this must be your first car.
It has a timing belt inside the engine exposed to oil that must be replace at 40K that and direct injection make this a throw away car that will be near worthless as a trade in.
it seems about time doesn't it!!! i would love that, something about the size as a Mitsubishi Mirage for the next gen, with a 900cc or so V twin. manual maybe or anything but CVT
Replace the timing belt every 40,000 miles and change oil more than the Chevy suggested interval. This engine has direct fuel injection, so you have to do intake valve cleaning pretty often . . . for several hundred dollars. The motor MIGHT (under ideal conditions) last 100,000 miles . . . or not. The turbos on the older 1.4 motor ALL break eventually . . . they are cast into the exhaust manifold . . . and if you need to replace the motor, you will have a LONG wait. Be interesting to see if this SMALLER motor does any better. Definitely NOT a car for someone on a limited budget.
@@AntonioCarlos8529 I don't think that it'll make it that far. Doesn't this engine have a timing belt submerged in oil? And engine oil becomes accidic after a few weeks of driving.
To add to your comment about the arm rest on the door. Its rubber, more towards the hard side but its fine. Yeah I just got mine its a 1RS. Cool doesn't even cover how good it is.
I liked seeing under the hood: I LOVE that beautiful sight! You and your mechanics can actually work on it and get tools in there. There's not 30 minutes of service time getting engine covers off and then back on that the customer has to pay in maintenance. Also doesn't tie up shops with all that pointless work, so they get more customers. It's good for the dealer and good for the small, local shops. EVERYONE is going to see a small engine. I see a car you can work on yourself for standard maintenance and affordable maintenance for new car owners.
@@blaineharker7298I just purchased the car I love it so far ! The car is supper smart ! Came with 5 year warranty. It’s not for speeders . But I love it ! Supper good on gas !
Just reserved a 2RS in crimson red a couple days ago! Looking like 4-6 weeks and I can't wait, dying to get out of my old Malibu that I didn't do a good job taking care of haha.
Highly stressed direct injected turbo 3 cylinder in a chunky crossover…what could go wrong? I guess GM took a look at their 1.5L turbo 4 cylinder that melts pistons at 50-75k miles and said ‘we need to get our game up, that is far too reliable!’ and came up with this! GM dealers will be thrilled for this engine to hit the markets.
Cause people r still stupid enough to keep buying the junk cars these manufactures are putting out!wait till 50k mile and the engine and turbo wear out!
Is this Ford CEO? You know soo much about a brand new engine, either that or your crystal ball was very expensive. Maybe you’ve owned plenty of modern *gm* products to speak with such experience. Something tells me neither of these things are true, so you must be *gm’s* biggest hater and a really bored troll.
I test drive it today. Honestly it's not a bad car. I loved the interior. It was pretty fun to drive. The only thing that threw me off was the fact that it felt car like. I also test drove a trailblazer right after it. That one felt more like my Kona but with little more flare. Then again, mine Kona is a 2018.
I bought a 2014 Mirage new. Slow, noisy, and poor handling, but I still loved that car. Very practical hatchback and surprisingly comfortable with lots of great features, a soft ride, and 40+MPG. It was worth the $12k paid.
As a Bolt EUV owner, it looks like they too a LOT of the parts from the EUV and put them in that rig. The rear spoiler, most of the interior bits, etc.
I recently bought a Mazda CX-30 for $26,000 brand new which is a far better car than this, the 2.5L SkyActive-G is bulletproof and makes 54 more HP than this does, and it’s AWD and far better to drive. If someone was in the market for something like this, I’d recommend the Mazda 10/10 times over this
You bought a Mazda CX 30 with a cheap ass Torsion beam rear suspension and childproof non touchscreen infotainment system for 26k, you realize Mazdas resale/trade in values are poor. Your not a bright light individual........
Whoa...a 3 cylinder....dang. I like the smooth CVT but there's something nice about that 6spd sound. It looks very solid for a family car. Lot of value.
Totally agree with you that you have to spend some time with a car to find out what you like and dislike about it. Just a short test drive at the Dealership is not enough. Dislikes are one thing, but if you find some things you hate, you'll know ahead of time before you buy,
Chevrolet isn't active in Europe because they can't make small engines that don't grenade themselves. See cruze 1.4 turbo. Tolerances are something American manufacturers struggle with, and little engines are very demanding of your tolerances. When you're used to making a V8 with a bore bigger than my fist and crank throw longer than your femur, it's pretty clear why they suck at making little and efficient engines reliable.
Make it AWD and throw a more powerful powertrain in there. And I'm sold. Chevy nailed it with this redesign, ALMOST nailed it for me. But I personally just need more power
3 cylinder engine has its non-escapable limits, non-symmetrical combustion cycle. That makes a lot of vibration and that could affect durability of the parts. From the interview of GM Korea engineer, they were well aware of the concerns of the potential customer. So they put a lot of their efforts to minimize the vibration of 3 cylinder engine to the cabin. They reduce the burden of the engine by adjusting some electric brake booster A/C controlling module. They have tested this engine for 1.4 million kilometer run. The 1.3L 3 cylinder engine was adjusted to Malibu in Korea by replacing 1.5L 4 cylinder before Trailblazer or Encore GX. So far, there is no significant issue about this engine. I own both XT5 3.6 V6 and Encore GX 1.3L, I don't feel any lack of power in Encore GX. Considering that Trax is much lighter, Encore GX, 1.2 engine will do the right job for what it should perform as a commuter.
@Tedward *I bet you can't find the base model LS at $20,400 at any dealer for the most part* That 1.2L three cylinder turbo engine won't last 100k miles in most cases. The transmission is known to be very troublesome as well. Junk And even at around $21k if you can find one at this price isn't cheap as far as I am concerned.
@@TheJ602 Not this particular unit. It has a poor history of reliability, it's the same unit used in the previous Trax maybe we can hope that the problems have been resolved.
The Trax was my second choice. I ended up buying a Nissan Versa, manual transmission this past August. I paid significantly under $19,000 out the door. The reason I chose the Versa was the manual transmission and a 4 cylinder, naturally aspirated, old school engine. The manual meant I don't need to worry about the CVT. The downside to my comfort in buying the Trax was the unproven 3 cylinder Turbo. Seems like a big question mark for long-term dependability. Yes, I gave up some creature comforts with the Versa, but the unquestionably better MPG and the peace of mind makes up for a lot of that. Besides, manuals are SO much more fun to drive, even in a small economy car.
There’s a lot of trash talk about these cars. But it’s a 26 thousand dollar car. If you take care of it it’ll last as long as you need it to. If you need to replace a timing belt or something in 5 years, then so be it. My wife and I love ours. Comfortable, stylish, gets us where we need to be
Wet Belt timing belt can fail at 40000 miles.
Buried deep in the engine.
Probably costs 2000 to change.
If temped to buy search Wet Belt on TH-cam. Do your research.
I wouldn't want the turbo.
But the Wet Belt scares me more.
Bueatiful car ruined by bad decisions in the engine.
@@dannybryant6873I already passed 40k miles
@@dannybryant6873 YOu dont know what the fuck you are talking about. Do you research. ...
The whole point of a good reliable car is to not have to replace the timing belt in 5 years.
Call me crazy but I got some money from an inheritance. Decided to fully pay off an LT trim. Had it since July. My first new car and i absolutely love it. Its perfect for me, I love how quiet it is. Decided to just pull the trigger and take the chance with the Trax. So far got 4 thousand miles on it. Drove it home from Santa Barbara back to the San Gabriel Valley during that tropical storm we had here in Cali and it did great in heavy rain. I dont regret this purchase. Its stylish and got some torque to it despite the small engine. Good enough for me 👍🏼
Get an extended warranty. You will probably need it.
I think I'm in love with them
i own one of these cars, bought it May 3, 2023, a 2RS model in nitro yellow metallic... so far it has 21,000 miles on the odometer. Some of the takeaways of a broken-in Trax versus a no-miles one... it gets quicker once it passes the 1500-2000 mile mark. I live in the Adirondacks of New York State and this car has no problem climbing the hills here, merging on to the interstate or passing. The only issues i have had with the car in the year of ownership were all pertaining to the instrument cluster and head unit. Also, there seems to be an ongoing saga with the rear window switch. Mine seems to be working for spite. Mechanically, it's very solid. The only thing that has kept this car from being a huge home run for me is the lack of a manual transmission option. The longest trip the car has been taken on was from here in northeastern New York to Atlantic City, New Jersey for a conference... i averaged around 38mpg with speeds ranging from 70mph to 90mph.
In a world where every car at the dealer is minimum $45k, I can appreciate an actually reasonably priced car. He nailed it, for your average driver, front wheel drive, Android Auto/Apple Car play and a surprisingly nice looking interior is all you need.
I personally don't buy a car for my phone to hook up to, I'm more concerned about reliability.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 When I bought the Trax in 2015. My wife thought it was cute.
The ironic part was it replaced the 7 passenger T-Blazer. Why did it replace a T-blazer?
Glad you asked. I told her about parking up front and not hiding it in the middle.
It got stolen. NO V-8 and hefty transmission to put in a older GM product. My brother had a bigger engine in his GL 1800 Aspencade.
@@scrambler69-xk3kv oh and the 2003 5 passenger? 200,000 miles and still running. Might be why they quit making I-6 RWD? Of course it was because of CAFE. Or was it because buy a Yukon instead. A slightly smaller I-6 on a Canyon/Colorado frame would be just fine. Shrinking it to 3.3 L would still be a smooth running SUV if you trimming 1000lbs of it.
But Generous Motors has always done less than _________. Well except for the 63 and 64 Impala.
Yep those I-6s outlasted the frame.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 And what do you actually know about this vehicle’s reliability? *Not a darn thing.* Y’all are behaving acting like a 3-cylinder is incapable of being reliable if done correctly, or as if your crystal ball has showed you this particular engine is incapable of running smoothly for a long period of time.
@@TRDOffRoad2020 Smaller, more simple engine which is easier to maintain, no AWD to break, no extensive bells and whistles to break, and it's assembled in South Korea. I'd say that reliability is likely to be solid compared to a heavily-gadgeted behemoth built in Mexico.
Finally got mine after waiting 5 mos and I love it! It’s responsive and so fast for a 3 cylinder. Love the dash and entertainment center. Can’t wait for my first road trip. Got the 2RS in silver.
Congrats! I drove a 1 RS for a day and loved it, very peppy!
Hey so this comment is from 8 months ago. Any updates on how you feel about the car? Was it good for a road trip?
@@PunksarepunkI like it! I haven’t taken it on a road trip yet but it’s nifty! The thing I WILL say is I don’t like the gas mileage. It’s got a small tank so you’ll only get 310 miles on a full one. It’s as fast as any car I’ve had and I’ve had 3 Camaros. It’s ccgot space. It’s comfy. No regrets.
This car makes a lot of sense. A lot of people in the US are used to drive a car that is actually way bigger than they need for day-to-day commutes. This will not be the best car in the world, but it is relatively cheap to buy and run, not offensively ugly, it will take you from A to B easily and in relative comfort, and I see 30+ mpg on the dashboard. What more do you need? I really think that the saying "it's gotta have a V8" should be a thing from the past. I also know that reality still proves different. You can get so much power from such a small engine though, that you don't *need* anything more. Look at other European cars: even Ford was one of the first to fit a 1.0 3 cilinder engine in a Mondeo (Fusion in the US). It worked quite well, and was good enough for many. Of course, if you are a petrolhead things are different. But if you just want to go from A to B and don't like driving, this car may be a good option. Thank you for the video!
I dont know man. If you are still buying a 1L 3 cylinder in US from Chevy, then you're definitely doing something wrong. These type of cars only work in some european markets, Latin America and Asia for a good reason. Americans dont need to buy cars like these :)
i mean you can get a civic, corolla, or elantra for about the same price as this without a dinky 3 cylinder, and they get better mpg
@@ShaiyanHossainthis though has better space, higher clearance
@@wetlettuce8215 better space? How? Doesn't look a ton more practical to me vs a civic or corolla hatchback. And more ground clearance is moot with those big wheels and anemic engine
The Trax/Envista/Trailblazer make a lot of sense for the cheap buying crowd. If the 1.2(1.3) can actually last that is.
Its a harder sell when the Kia Soul (and Seltos) exist with a NA MFI 2.0l that's been as reliable as anything out there
Plus, Honda and Toyota existing
I just bought a 2025 base LS model 2 days ago, and got the chance to really test it on the 9 hour drive home (flew down because I got a crazy good deal), and I still couldn't be happier with it. I paid $22,800 after everything, and for the price, it has everything I could possibly expect or even ask for. I got mine in Marina blue. It looks incredible, drives like a much more sporty vehicle, and is insanely quiet on the highway. It's truly a unique experience at it's price point. This may be the best vehicle you can buy with a family on a budget.
Got mine today. I’ve seen reviews of ppl complaining about the steering but once you turn off the lane control, my god is it awesome!!!
While it has a lot of little issues (not much power, refesh rate on the dash seems low, unresponsive trans, etc), this is an incredible value in this day and age, and I have to respect what they’ve done for the price point. And I think it’s very stylish too.
I can think of several used cars for under $25,000 that are more reliable and more enjoyable to drive than this GM garbage.
@@BlueOvals24 Oh I would never buy one. I just think you’re getting a lot for the money when you compare to the prices of most new vehicles out there.
@@309gti8 Eh, Subaru has a few things in their lineup with good value for features. Then you don't get the GM drawbacks.
Also bad mpg. I want 40mpg min.
@CoolAce1 It's not bad MPG. It's your absurd standards.
Honestly i like it, its nice. I could definitely see myself owning this as a daily driver/family car and i would not be embarrassed having it sit besides my enthusiast weekend sportscar.
Get a cheap and economic daily driver and have enough money for a expensive and non-economic weekend car.
I own this car, and I can say with confidence this car exceeded my expectations and then some. This car is amazing!
What's the sound system like? does it have bass? About to get one next weekend and need to know lol they didn't let me try on my test drive😢😂
@@slimjimmy3334I’m so sorry for the late response..
The sound system is very good! Speakers around the car and it is very sharp. Rarely when I watch music from a TH-cam video it gets a couple second delay, that doesn’t happen when I use iMusic though. Overall very good sound system!
I rented the outgoing Trax and was happy with it for what it was. This came days after renting a comparable Mitsubishi Outlander which made me hate driving lol. I think everyone likes driving, they just aren’t driving the right cars.
If you're talking about the Outlander Sport, those are far more reliable long-term than the prior generation Trax. Much better warranty too.
I think this is an appropriate level of speed for the average driver! People have access to so much power and speed these days, it's bonkers.
ikr, no soccer mom should have 700 hp on tap
@@guguigugu Or 300 hp for that matter.
Our roads are built like freeways, you need to get up to speed quick or these mfs will run you down...
Could only imgaine the amazing reliability of this car.
Man, these days cars lack robustness so much you don't know if this is sarcasm or serious xD
@@Milecarful I don't know a good new 3cyl for a car that isn't a piece of shit.
@@BlazeAintloud Well the GR Corolla one seems to be pretty good, but yeah, generally small turbo'd engines are not a great sign apriori :)
Well you can usually expect a few reliability hiccups when you buy such a high performance exotic vehicle
@@Milecarful yeah that's true so far reliability has been good for that but that's it which is really sad.
I ordered my 2024 2RS in fountain blue, can't wait. It's fully loaded.
Just picked up a 2RS for my wife 3 weeks ago. This is A LOT of car for the money. It is not a hotrod, but she thinks it is quicker than her 2018 Cruze was (which had more power). It is very roomy, and this is coming from someone who dailies a 20' Silverado. It also has great features like adaptive cruise, lane keep, wireless Android Auto, etc.. The engine actually sounds and feels great for what it is, but we'll see what reliablity is like. There is definitely some areas that could be improved, but it is half the cost of a Cadillac XT4 which is what we had been looking at. All in all, so far no dissapointments only pleasure.
The new Trax are putting out 170-180hp on the dyno. The spec sheet numbers aren't accurate
@@craigjoe8691source? GM usually doesn’t underrate like BMW or the other Germans.
why keep buying those junky vehicles?
@@drury2d8 I was going to say the same thing.
GM has been a disaster for decades, but since 2008 they really have been putting out pure trash. Fisher Price interiors in everything. But I am sure the GM fans have faith in the almighty Mary Barra.
And who in their right mind is cross shopping a Cadillac XT4 and a disposable Trax?
Glad you featured this great economy car. Looks like GM picked all the right decisions on this one. One thing i have to say though is that GM always wins when it comes to a quiet smooth and comfortable ride. Also, it'd be great if you could do a little peel out, traction control off of course, so we can have an idea as to the drivetrain's prowess for hauling the car out from a dead stop.
I have always been a car guy since a teen. Being a senior now...this is my next car!
Just bought this car
I'm a senior also
Lovvvve it !
Your honesty really comes through in these reviews, and that makes all the difference in the world to your viewers. Continued success!
Thank you!
Thank you for thisvideo! I have a Trax 1RS ordered and some reviews had me worried, but after seeing this one and a few other GOOD ones, I am glad I ordered one. Thanks again!!
Glad I could help!
NGL...I've really been quite impressed by what is coming out of Chevrolet for the past 5-6yrs...I had always avoided them like the plague, and honestly there other American competitors as well. Always a Honda, Nissan, Toyota buyer myself. But recently I picked up a 2017 2SS Camaro 6MT...And I've been nothing but impressed by it. The interior of this is similar. They've come quite a way In my opinion. And I completely agree, the Trax has had the glow up of the century..This is a good looking CUV...If there is such a thing. Also, completely understand your comments on the HRV as far as the CVT. My ex had one, and wow that thing wont get out of it's own way. It was a 2016, they may have gotten some better. Cheers.
I must say I've been really impressed with Chevy's improvements in design in recent years!! They've really been stepping up their game! Bravo!
Please understand that just because it looks good, doesn’t mean it is…This is a Daewoo aka GM Korea… and we all know what happened to Daewoo US. c
@@DS-wo8wr Deawoo design/engineering is fine. Its a world engine at this point. I do think its a bit on the small side even with only a 3k curb weight. Lead foots going to be boosting that tiny turbo to the limit 24/7!
@@DS-wo8wr Daewoo has been dead since 2004. GM is a global company like most automobile companies. They aren't running on Daewoo assembly lines.
@@phw2274 Actually, they are… it’s now known as GM Korea.
Allegedly, they went with the 6-speed for the Trax based on cost. I know the CVT in the Subarus is anemic, but I will say the GM CVT used in the Encore GX & Trailblazer is a nice unit. GM definitely learned from their own mistakes with the CVT that was in several Saturn models years ago as well as Nissan’s with the Jatco CVTs.
The Subaru CVTs suck to drive. They're no fun but they do tend to be on the more reliable side vs. the Jatco for example. They're more similar to Honda CVTs, not exactly bulletproof but not maligned with explosions at 30,000 miles in.
I guess it only figures with the fact Subies also have to distribute that power pretty equally among all the wheels.
@@zacharyreynolds4303I have 0 issues with my gfs 2020 forster cvt Ira actually pretty nice I thought I'd hate it
@@zacharyreynolds4303 The JATCO CVTs are generally around $5k-$6k to replace. The Subaru CVTs are around $7k-$8k to replace. It's worth noting. Also, in the Mitsubishis, the JATCOs seem to hold up a little better than in the Nissans, plus you're covered for 10yrs/100k miles. I believe Subaru covers for 5yrs/60k miles.
@@palebeachbumSubaru CVT's are pretty much bulletproof if you change the fluid every 50k (first one at 30k). Have been racing my 14" Forester XT for more than 150k miles and the thing has been bulletproof. I did however add a small 30$ CVT cooler for racing purposes.
I saw one on the road and was shocked. It grew by almost a foot and looks like a Tucson now instead of a world market mini crossover
I’ve only seen one and it’s owner lives in the condo complex I live in. A 2RS with everything included (roof, ACC, etc) except for the roof rails. Pretty big up close.
@@Cerby1979 Right. The previous Trax/Encore looks kind of like a raised Suzuki SX4 hatch, remember those?
It looks about cx30 size, much better. This is the smallest any car should legally be
@@jordanplays-transitandgame1690 lmao why
@@madelaki anything smaller is just way too small
2013 to present Chevrolet has been killing it.
More people are loving them, still many have the old image of Chevy.
This Ttax will sell super well in Saudi but we never got it. I mean, many features in a 3 cylinder 6 gears automatic? Dayum!
These mini-CUVs are actually a pretty great deal. They're spacious and practical while being small and maneuverable. They have enough power to make them good daily drivers that don't burn a ton of fuel. They really offer a lot of car for not a lot of money. Pay it off in 5 years and go trade it in for another.
Now if they’d only drop more powerful engines in them and make them with manual transmissions! Turn them into enthusiast cars to replace all the hot hatches that have gone extinct in the US. I loved the Kona N, it would be one of my attainable dream cars if Hyundai would make it with a Manual.
I bought a 2008 Chevy Cobalt brand new in 2008 (2.3 KMS on it) and it lasted me 9 years. I worked 68 KMS from home and in those 9 years I put on 640,000 KMS. No joke!! The issue I had with it was the back passenger side widow motor went (covered under warranty, although I had a $100 deductible I had to pay). Obviously I had to do breaks/tires etc and I did oil changes every 5 weeks due to the KMS I was putting on it but I seriously had ZERO issues when I got rid of it in 2017. Nothing leaking no electrical issues at all. The suspension was SHOT but I guess that's to be expected. I'm not saying this one will last that long but with proper care it just might. And it could be worse.... It could be a Chrysler...
great review thinking of buying one thanks
The Trax has an amazing amount of appeal for what could have turned out as just another econo ship-box car.
I think I love it. Very practical, no frills type of car.
Just did a review on a new Trax too and I could not agree more! Actually debating on getting myself one! Great bang for the buck!
Yucky
Good God, just buy a used Toyota.. no reason to subject yourself to GM reliability just because it's cheap..
@@tubbs2132 Couldn't agree more. This thing will be close to worthless before the warranty is even up.
Toyotas haven't been reliable since the 2010s. They were only reliable cause they had no tech. The min they did, everything broke @@tubbs2132
@@tubbs2132we’ve always owned gm and never ever have had a issue 🤷♀️
My last two cars had a CD players. My new 2024 Trax is a huge upgrade for me. I'm loving my new vehicle so far. The price and the looks overall were a huge factor for me. I got the orange LT.
How is the drive
Have you had any issues so far?
@amarahbyakweli7862 7000 miles on my car and no problemo. Smooth riding. Got my first free oil change 5000 miles looking forward to the next.
Great review, understood what the car is for. Not complaining it lacks power or doesn't handle well. It's car on a budget that doesn't cut corners and lasts long.
That’s how I feel when I drive my friends Elantra blue hybrid. 6spd dct. Plenty peppy w electric torque. All the comforts. Handles well enough. 50mpg verified. 25-26k. It’s insane how good it is for the money. I’ve recommended them twice and both bought. If you don’t need a hatch it’s best deal going for mpg fun and warranty.
I have seen the new Elantra and Sonata hybrids. They look fantastic. Personally, I still question long term reliability but I can see why people buy them.
My 2019 Fusion hybrid will get 55-60mpg in the city. Ford actually bought Toyota's hybrid system at that time and it has the same reliable engine, battery, and transmission as the Prius. I test drove a Prius because I liked the hatch style better for hauling things, but the ride is abysmal.
Heck even the regular 4 cylinders Elantra feels peppy, got a loaner when my C300 was in body shop and I must say it was a surprised driving that car. Definitely felt more like a 200+HP vehicle, they did some magic with the torque and transmission
Ngl got freaked out from this video. Watching you drive around I realized I live right by there lmao. Just got a trax and love it
I consider myself a car enthusiast and have been all of my life. A Porsche or Lamborghini guy I am not and never was, even when I was younger. I can definitely see a place in the market for this vehicle. I would consider one myself. It meets my present needs and it’s a great value. Is it comparable to to a $40,000-$60,000 vehicle? No, but it’s not meant to be. People who poo poo this vehicle are comparing it to a Cayenne. Again, I can buy 3 of these for the same price.
Its a completely normal car and I used this review a few months ago in my consideration to buy it. Was driving a 15' Fiesta SE with the horrible shuddering transmission and wanted something that just worked. The styling isn't embarrassing and really shoots above its price point. Engine can generally keep up on highways, driven it through the chaos of Detroit, near NYC, several hundred miles through Canada, up in the mountains, still no problems. Performed decently with snow tires in a recent CNY lake effect storm.
My work place had a number of cars for use, from Honda, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Chevy, Dodge, Nissan, Kia, and surely some I am forgetting. I always liked the Trax most. It was economical and fairly nice interior with more space than it looks, in addition to being easy to drive and park.
Thanks, Mr. GM Employee of the month!
@@overundersidewaysdown lol! I drive a Lexus.
The amount of torque in low gears at around 3k rpm is really impressive.
It's not going to get up to highway speeds terribly quickly but boy oh boy is this a fun little city scooter.
I haven’t been on a ramp yet that I wasn’t at or exceeding 70 for the merge. 1/4-1/2 throttle. They’ve got the torque tuned right in them
I'm kinda surprised by the sound of that 3 cyl engine. It doesn't sound buzzy at all, it actually sounds more like a V6.
Most 3s are actually pretty throaty and pleasant to listen to compared to 4s.
Yes, all 3-cylinder cars I drove sounded a bit like V6 cars
That sound comes from the loudspeakers people 😂
@@richardbolitho No it doesn’t. GM doesn’t use piped sound on any of their vehicles…
@@richardbolithoit's not
I already saw a problem when you opened the hood. No radiator similar to the Equinox. It has the large plastic jug that flows coolant through the block which doesn't do well in hotter temperatures, especially if you're not moving or sitting in traffic. I already went through this!
I'd go with the base trim just to get the analog gauge cluster and tires with a thicker profile for a more comfy ride.
#1 in auto value ✅
This good looking automobile is more than HALF the price of the average automobile! 😮 And it’s backed by a major automaker. 😮
Seem like an excellent people mover/daily option for the non-car enthusiast on a budget.
I've already seen a few in my local community. I think Chevy hit it out of the park with this one
Similar cost is the Mazda CX-30 with wonderful features: 191 HP, 186 ft-lb torque, six speed transmission. AWD standard.
this has changed my opinion of chevy this is perfect engineering. THIS its exactly what people want.
I don't think so dude
For the same price, you could get a low mileage 94-96 Impala SS
@@willdavid3501 and where are you going to find this low mileage 94-96 impala ss?
@@cantwealljustgetalong2 check the used cars websites. There are some for sale right now.
I just put my order in for a 2RS in the Cacti green. Thank you for the review I cannot wait for my first new car
these tiny engines with turbos are being stressed way too much in todays heavy vehicles. But GM couldn't care less, they only need the engine to last 60,000 miles.....
Affordable vehicles are definitely needed in this economy.
It seems good but I’m waiting for a reliability report.
Yeah that’s the biggest thing for me
No need to wait, the ingredients for unreliability are all there. The key ingredient being ‘GM’.
@@a2xd94 true news. I only stick with Toyotas, Hondas or Mazdas.
Mine came with a 5 year warranty soooo you should be fine
@@ashantibolden2412 oh how naive you are with that statement. The engine on my Malibu melted its pistons at a mere 70,000 miles, 10k miles after the powertrain warranty expired...interesting coincidence. Almost like the manufacturer did thousands of hours of load testing, knew the precise time when issues would arise and tailored their warranty to suit the weakest link's lifespan!
My 2016 Encore still going fine.. 1.4 turbo.. 53400 miles… no issues mechanically.. still on original brakes…should get replaced soon. I don’t like CVT..the 6spd is fine but not perfect. Shift points are a little off for my taste, but I get 30+mpg around town but could get a little better if it would go into overdrive just under 40mph..wonder if it’s different in this new version with the 1.2L.. Buick is usually quieter and smoother riding..wonder how this newer Chevy version is. I test drove a 2016 Trax and went with the Buick for the quieter ride in the cabin..
ooh... I like the look of it. I've sort of had a obsession with seeing 3 cylinder engine cars.
It’s a cute baby straight 6(a straight 6 is two 3s mirrored)
I luv his commentary. Thanks for the video.
Usually when I think of cheap cars I think super ugly tiny piece of shit but this looks actually really good
"It's too bad we don't have $12,000 - $13,000 cars like we used to." I went to my friend's parents' GMC dealership when I was in high school. There was a new GMC pickup in the showroom. The sticker price, with delivery, was $1,750. Later, in college (late 1960s), the local Chevy dealer had a new Chevy Blazer for $2,800. A new Corvette cost about $7,000 as I recall.
Wasn't the minimum wage about $1 an hour in the late 1960's
@@robc8468 new cars have always been unaffordable for the working class. nowadays if you ain't makin' 6 figures, likewise.
If they lower this and put the 2.0t motor in this, this could be a serious hot hatch type thing.
One thing I can say about my 24 Chevy Trax is im loving it. Love the smooth ride, the orange color and the sound system. Car payments are not so bad either. 😅
I think Chevy nailed it
Agreed, this vehicle is for an budget minded auto consumer.......
Looks like a Kia/Hyundai
@@sbsmthnot really it looks good for a cheap car
I drive 2018 trax LT. Fwd. It's a good little crossover. I average 30mpg city with 90 octane non ethanol gas. It's not a speed demon. But it's comfy and exonomical
I can see piston rings wearing out on these. You're moving relatively bigger vehicles with tinsy 3 cylinders that rarely work out for longevity. Plus it's turbo charged which means more pressure on those pistons.
Frequent oil changes. NEVER over 3000 miles.
I'd use Penzoil Ultra Platinum, thicker grade than advertised.
You'll be lucky if these engines last 50k miles before they blow up. Even with proper maintenance.
A turbo 3 cylinder engine from GM in a SUV? I'd rather play Russian Roullete.
It's gonna have your typical GM reliability
For the same price, people could get a low mileage 94-96 Impala SS.
You know small engines have been a thing in Europe and Asia for ages, and those things just go and go, so give it a chance.
Great review. I'm glad you pointed out the shortcomings are a non-issue when you're paying practically half the price of new vehicles today.
First gen wasn't a looker, but it had AWD and another cylinder, and the updated 1.4 was much better.. The 1.2 is a no go for me, even the 1.3 is out. GM can say leaving AWD out was a cost savings thing, but we sold MANY AWD last body Trax for under $25k, the AWD is why people bought them.
It's funny that GM used to actually market their engines in ccs rather than liters. My wife had an '06 Malibu with *_3600_* badges all over the front to make you feel like you're driving something with a BIG engine, despite the fact that 3.6 liters is somewhere in the middle of the pack.
You havent genuinly been this excited about a car in a while :) it is a great value, and if i needed a commuter, i would buy this over a corolla. It's just a hard bargain against a civic hatch with the base 2.0vtec engine with a manual.
Why in the hell would you pass up the Corolla? Neither's going to be great to drive and I guarantee this thing will fall apart like a pinata in 5 years
@@tubbs2132 because the corolla, while the new one looks good, drives like an appliance, driving dynamics of a washing machine. I'd take a civic hatch any day of the week over any corolla (besides the gr). If I must, I'd take the corolla hatch. As a car enthusiant, I must preserve some dignity.
@@tubbs2132 Like you know..... G.M. / CHEVY MAKES MANY of the longest lasting reliable V8 engines in history....what's to say they can't hit home runs with some smaller engines....they do !
@@tubbs2132- Corollas now are cheaply made, especially the current generation. They're (almost unsafe) slow as hell, their interiors fall apart within 5 years and mechanically isn't sound like they used to be. My 2016 Corolla's transmission died at 78,000 miles and my 120,000 powertrain warranty wasn't honored by Toyota. They said they consider it normal wear and tear so I had to get myself a lawyer.
@@tubbs2132 similarly equipped corolla cross costs a third more.
6 speed auto transmission mated to a Geo Metro 1 liter bored over and punched out to 1.2. And the reliability of a turbo added to the mix. And it's a chevy for extra reliability.
If that drive train combo doesn't scare the shit out of you, then this must be your first car.
It has a timing belt inside the engine exposed to oil that must be replace at 40K that and direct injection make this a throw away car that will be near worthless as a trade in.
We need some V-Twin engines in cars.
Some euro hatchbacks have parallel twin I2 engines!
I want a 3 cylinder in a car that sounds like a street triple
I'd love to see a Mini with an RSV4 motor and sequential gearbox in it
it seems about time doesn't it!!!
i would love that, something about the size as a Mitsubishi Mirage for the next gen, with a 900cc or so V twin. manual maybe or anything but CVT
Also GM figured it out. Great step up from the last model.
Replace the timing belt every 40,000 miles and change oil more than the Chevy suggested interval. This engine has direct fuel injection, so you have to do intake valve cleaning pretty often . . . for several hundred dollars. The motor MIGHT (under ideal conditions) last 100,000 miles . . . or not. The turbos on the older 1.4 motor ALL break eventually . . . they are cast into the exhaust manifold . . . and if you need to replace the motor, you will have a LONG wait. Be interesting to see if this SMALLER motor does any better. Definitely NOT a car for someone on a limited budget.
fair review with a subtle blend of subjectivity and objectivity. Enjoyed it!
A 3-cylinder turbo sounds like a durability disaster waiting to happen.
Better hope that engine is Plug and Play
Chevrolet Onix 100000km...
Nonsense! It is and will be a world-class engine.
@@cgmiddleur joking right
@@AntonioCarlos8529 I don't think that it'll make it that far. Doesn't this engine have a timing belt submerged in oil? And engine oil becomes accidic after a few weeks of driving.
To add to your comment about the arm rest on the door. Its rubber, more towards the hard side but its fine. Yeah I just got mine its a 1RS. Cool doesn't even cover how good it is.
I liked seeing under the hood: I LOVE that beautiful sight! You and your mechanics can actually work on it and get tools in there. There's not 30 minutes of service time getting engine covers off and then back on that the customer has to pay in maintenance. Also doesn't tie up shops with all that pointless work, so they get more customers. It's good for the dealer and good for the small, local shops.
EVERYONE is going to see a small engine. I see a car you can work on yourself for standard maintenance and affordable maintenance for new car owners.
The best description I keep hearing about this vehicle “it’s fine”
I like this 3 cylinder trend. It's more fun and torqier than 4 cylinder. Also needs less parts for repairs.
It's new trend going forward with 3 Cylinder/Turbos and the Corolla GR has it also.........
Give me a twin turbo 3 cylinder lmao
3 cylinder should never be in an SUV honestly, too much weight. Engine will be dead in 60,000 miles.
I’m happy. When the time comes I need a nice new car and can’t afford much.
Very impressed. Placed an order for a 2RS in crisom red. Just waiting for a call from my salesman to let me know it's here. Very excited!
Let us know how you like it, very interested in hearing owner's opinions on this car because I may be getting one myself
@@blaineharker7298Just got one, great for the money!
@@blaineharker7298I just purchased the car I love it so far ! The car is supper smart ! Came with 5 year warranty. It’s not for speeders . But I love it ! Supper good on gas !
Just reserved a 2RS in crimson red a couple days ago! Looking like 4-6 weeks and I can't wait, dying to get out of my old Malibu that I didn't do a good job taking care of haha.
3 cylinders sound so cool
Highly stressed direct injected turbo 3 cylinder in a chunky crossover…what could go wrong? I guess GM took a look at their 1.5L turbo 4 cylinder that melts pistons at 50-75k miles and said ‘we need to get our game up, that is far too reliable!’ and came up with this! GM dealers will be thrilled for this engine to hit the markets.
i think you should actually see the car. this car’s size is as small as cruze
Cause people r still stupid enough to keep buying the junk cars these manufactures are putting out!wait till 50k mile and the engine and turbo wear out!
Engine size doesn't paint the whole picture. Duramax had tons of piston issues when they were aluminum
Is this Ford CEO? You know soo much about a brand new engine, either that or your crystal ball was very expensive. Maybe you’ve owned plenty of modern *gm* products to speak with such experience. Something tells me neither of these things are true, so you must be *gm’s* biggest hater and a really bored troll.
😂😂
I test drive it today. Honestly it's not a bad car. I loved the interior. It was pretty fun to drive. The only thing that threw me off was the fact that it felt car like. I also test drove a trailblazer right after it. That one felt more like my Kona but with little more flare. Then again, mine Kona is a 2018.
Chevy is my first love but too expensive for me. I have a ‘23 Mirage hatch 3 cylinder which I love.😊 Y’all don’t hate on the Mitsu till you try it.
I drive a 22 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 SE.
I bought a 2014 Mirage new. Slow, noisy, and poor handling, but I still loved that car. Very practical hatchback and surprisingly comfortable with lots of great features, a soft ride, and 40+MPG. It was worth the $12k paid.
I have 2017 Mirage, and I love it. I don't feel like I am in a small boat surrounded by big ships.
As a Bolt EUV owner, it looks like they too a LOT of the parts from the EUV and put them in that rig. The rear spoiler, most of the interior bits, etc.
I recently bought a Mazda CX-30 for $26,000 brand new which is a far better car than this, the 2.5L SkyActive-G is bulletproof and makes 54 more HP than this does, and it’s AWD and far better to drive. If someone was in the market for something like this, I’d recommend the Mazda 10/10 times over this
You bought a Mazda CX 30 with a cheap ass Torsion beam rear suspension and childproof non touchscreen infotainment system for 26k, you realize Mazdas resale/trade in values are poor. Your not a bright light individual........
Have you even driven a ‘24 Trax?
@sidefx996o don't need to , Mazda products are far superior in quality , fit and finish.
@@imdone1967 According to who? JD Power's top quality ratings the last few years for small and compact SUVs are loaded with GM products...
@sidefx996 lmao...
JD Power is a Joke!
I see you don't know how that BS study works...totally laughable!
Top-notch commentary and video quality. I almost forgot I am watching a TH-cam vlogger.
Trax, because Blazer didn't work out the last go round lol
My first video, I love it!Good job!
The repair bills and times you'll bring it in for recalls make this thing anything but a bargain 😂
Whoa...a 3 cylinder....dang. I like the smooth CVT but there's something nice about that 6spd sound. It looks very solid for a family car. Lot of value.
They did a press event at a hotel i work at, 3 broke down within a couple days and 2 had to be towed out of the parking lot
Not funny
That’s Chevy for you 😭
@user-iw2tw3zi1n Wasn't trying to be bro. Just putting info out
Weird, we use them for company cars and haven't had any issue besides a check engine light from a bad software update that was quickly patched.
@@icannon6611It is assembled in Mexico?,engine fro China maybe,GM tranny,receipt for disaster.
Totally agree with you that you have to spend some time with a car to find out what you like and dislike about it. Just a short test drive at the Dealership is not enough. Dislikes are one thing, but if you find some things you hate, you'll know ahead of time before you buy,
I think this would do pretty well on the european market, but chevy is not really active in europe
Chevrolet isn't active in Europe because they can't make small engines that don't grenade themselves. See cruze 1.4 turbo. Tolerances are something American manufacturers struggle with, and little engines are very demanding of your tolerances. When you're used to making a V8 with a bore bigger than my fist and crank throw longer than your femur, it's pretty clear why they suck at making little and efficient engines reliable.
Make it AWD and throw a more powerful powertrain in there. And I'm sold. Chevy nailed it with this redesign, ALMOST nailed it for me. But I personally just need more power
Probably gonna burn oil within its first 1,000 miles
Nope, I've owned mine a little over 2 weeks, and almost 1900 miles, driving in mountains and not being so easy on it, it's been a great car
@@uAKING2006 I think the new Trax looks great. They'll sell a ton of them.
If used cars get back to normal pricing, would be better off getting a high quality 3-4 yr old vehicle for much less money imo.
NPC level car...but I completely get it
As opposed to what?
@@sidefx996 any other brand, Chevrolet has been an npc poverty brand for going on 20 years now.
Not every brand is enthusiasts minded
3 cylinder engine has its non-escapable limits, non-symmetrical combustion cycle. That makes a lot of vibration and that could affect durability of the parts. From the interview of GM Korea engineer, they were well aware of the concerns of the potential customer. So they put a lot of their efforts to minimize the vibration of 3 cylinder engine to the cabin. They reduce the burden of the engine by adjusting some electric brake booster A/C controlling module. They have tested this engine for 1.4 million kilometer run.
The 1.3L 3 cylinder engine was adjusted to Malibu in Korea by replacing 1.5L 4 cylinder before Trailblazer or Encore GX. So far, there is no significant issue about this engine.
I own both XT5 3.6 V6 and Encore GX 1.3L, I don't feel any lack of power in Encore GX. Considering that Trax is much lighter, Encore GX, 1.2 engine will do the right job for what it should perform as a commuter.
2004 Honda Odyssey
Those had 3s?
@machumamu4473 No, I just wanted to say something that wasn't even relevant to the video
2005 Pontiac Aztek
@@Kevaairbag 🗿
It looks better than what they use to look
@Tedward
*I bet you can't find the base model LS at $20,400 at any dealer for the most part*
That 1.2L three cylinder turbo engine won't last 100k miles in most cases.
The transmission is known to be very troublesome as well. Junk
And even at around $21k if you can find one at this price isn't cheap as far as I am concerned.
That 6 speed automatic is old and reliable
@@TheJ602 Not this particular unit. It has a poor history of reliability, it's the same unit used in the previous Trax maybe we can hope that the problems have been resolved.
The Trax was my second choice. I ended up buying a Nissan Versa, manual transmission this past August. I paid significantly under $19,000 out the door. The reason I chose the Versa was the manual transmission and a 4 cylinder, naturally aspirated, old school engine. The manual meant I don't need to worry about the CVT.
The downside to my comfort in buying the Trax was the unproven 3 cylinder Turbo. Seems like a big question mark for long-term dependability. Yes, I gave up some creature comforts with the Versa, but the unquestionably better MPG and the peace of mind makes up for a lot of that. Besides, manuals are SO much more fun to drive, even in a small economy car.
My mom has a 2019 traxx and it's really bad. Expensive for what it is, soul sucking, and zero features.