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@@1hackmodeller557 I'm afraid that you are right. I hope I'm proven wrong, but this 1.2 engine with the wet belts is a version of the PSA 1.2 engine in Europe that was a nightmare. Ford's 1.0 wet belt engine was another failure. You probably know that these wet belts have a tendency to fragment at mileage as low as 50K and clog up the oiling system and destroy the engine. Chevy claims they are to be changed at 150K, but I don't buy it. The powertrain warranty lasts until 60K. After that, the owner is living on borrowed time. I'm sure Chevy got these engines for a song, as PSA has starting using timing chains as a result of a redesign. Lease it for 3 years and turn it back in.
I never understood why people care if the dashboard is hard touch. I understand and agree with wanting soft touch on armrests, but unless you plan on resting your head on the dashboard and awkwardly trying to take a nap I don't see the big deal. I never even touch my dash unless I'm wiping the dust off.
Seat arms (if equipped), center armrest or upper door sill. I never use the armrest on the door. I put a dashmat on the dash anyways to thwart the annoying glare.
With the absurd pricing these days, this is actually really good value and it has a lot of room for a family to grow. Cost effective and economical is something new these days...Good review.
Gentlemen I've had my LT for 1 month & not quite broke in but the tire squeelin gets more every week they even barked between 1st an 2nd it was wonderful and the mor miles i put on it gas mileage goes up. It's the tork that gets it going NOT the horsepower keep up the great reviews
If you're worried about longevity (the 3cyl turbo engine & wet timing belts) just opt for the additional warranty. Still comes out cheaper than competition and will give you piece of mind having 8 years 100k miles
Additional warranties aren't cheap though. Tack on an extra 4-5k for extended warranty, tax, tag, license, etc, and a vehicle that's 25k suddenly becomes 30-32k
I've had my Crimson 2RS since last August and have about 14k miles. I love it! It's fun and comfortable. I've done a few videos about it. I average 29 mpg and that's fine in the real world.
bought Crimson 1RS om Dec.23/23 4800 miles. terrible gas mileage. 23mpg. Thought maybe cold weather. maybe breaking in.changed the winter tires to summer. Still terrible. Dropped it off at dealer - "defective fuel injector. from factory''
I like the styling of the Trax, but there are a few mechanical issues that concern me with the Trax. 1. The wet timing belt. 2. The water pump location allows for any road debris to damage the electric water pump. 3. Turbo life expectancy If it wasn't for those items, I would definitely get one.
This engine has been out for 6 years now in different regions of the world and they've held up fine, wet belt included. Keep in mind that Chevy went with the best wet belt available for this car which is a Kevel-carbon belt (I believe it's made by Continental) and they haven't been problematic unlike the Dayco made snowmobile belt that Ford used in their wet belt applications. I also noticed the water pump exposure and there's a simple and relatively inexpensive fix for this. Take the car to any shop that does exhaust fabrication and have them make a protection plate to cover that area. A cousin of mine has one of these cars in the 2RS version and that's exactly what he did. Cost was $120 bucks including the materials and labor. Very much worth it for the peace of mind! As far as the turbo goes, it's definitely worth taking into consideration when you also factor in that this engine is direct injection (but not dual injection) and that combination can and does do a number on the condition of the motor oil and its ability to maintain the optimum protection. Couple that with the fact that many people will most likely be using this vehicle for short trips around town and it's a great recipe for fuel dilution. The way to get around this is completely ignore the recommended 7500 mile oil change interval stated in the manual and instead change that oil every 3000 miles which will go along ways towards protecting that turbo by keeping the fuel dilution % in check and keeping the inner workings of that engine in excellent shape. A GTL based motor oil will be highly recommended (such as Pennzoil ULTRA Platinum) and of course keep an eye on the oil level in between changes since driving in boost frequently may increase oil consumption. I do know someone that has a 2024 version (purchased in July of 2023 that currently has over 80k miles on his (he's a regional brand rep with a territory stretching 4 states!) and zero problems with the engine, turbo, or wet belt. He did have one problem with a rear window that was covered under warranty.
i bought a chevy cruze in 2016 only for the miles per gallon and was not very enthusiastic about a 1.4 turbo cuz im an old school chevy guy. i just gave my 155000 mile cruze to my daughter which still has original battery and only have put tires and brake pads and regular maintenance. chevy cruze has been a wonderful car also i dont drive like an idiot and take care of all things i own. i just bought a new 2024 trax with a 1.2 3 cykinder (wth) but this is how i felt when i bought the cruze. i have faith with regular maintenance and not flooring it after every red light that this trax will last me years for minimum cost. this is a very nicely equipped suv for a low price. take your electric somewhere else here in northern mn the battery cars dont do too good.
What are your thoughts on the battery placement? It's bolted underneath the fuse box. Can that fuse box be easily moved to change out the battery? Or are you looking at an expensive repair bill to switch out the battery?
Sorry didn't get back right away my son in law had my Trax because I was putting new serpentine belts on his neon. He is a good hard working man but can barely operate a screwdriver lol. To me it looks like the fuse box would simply just swing up out of the way to replace battery, hopefully will be years till I have to but I'm not sweating it. My cruze had a battery under the trunk that was at least twice as big as the battery in the Trax. When I bought the cruze I figured the huge battery was because of the stop/ start feature although the Trax has stop/ start and half the battery. I don't know , I guess time will tell. My theory is regular maintenance and don't drive like your in Nascar.
I ordered one from the factory because there are NONE on dealer lots!! This is such a popular car, I cannot wait to get mine! By the way you mention the fancy climate control and digital dash on LT and above which is NOT correct. You have to get the HIGH LEVEL LT for this and the 1RS also does NOT have these options, only the 2RS does. Just a note for other potential buyers.
I purchased one back in April 2023, believe it or not that little car handle snow pretty good, it’s a good little car. I use it as a commuter from Reno Nevada to Seattle Washington 740 mile trip one way my average MPG is 34 MPG well worth the money.
After driving a Subaru, Honda HRV and the Trax I went with the Trax. I did buy the extended warranty and gap protection. I’m enjoying it so far. I put 470,000 miles on my Toyota Tacoma if I get half of that with my Trax I’d be happy 😆.
I'm a toyata honda man for reliability but I still bought my wife a trax lol I'm hoping it goes at least a good 75k Miles without big expensive issues. Honestly I don't trust if for long term reliability but it sure is pretty with cool features for the money
I also bought gap and extended warranty, I also bought it on my 2016 cruze and in the end the warranty cost alot more than repairs. With that said I bought the gap and ex warranty because I plan on driving this car for many years.I am retired and don't put on big miles but still afraid of big repair bills. Maybe 1.3 problems but the 1.4 was awesome for me.
@brandondalehixon4748 huh? 75k? Dude your experience are way too low. If a car doesn't last at least 200k before major issues then either it's junk or someone didn't take good care of it.
@JuliusTurner-hm6ff Have you not been following new car makes and models lol?????? Go give the new toyata tacoma v6 twin turbo a look see. It's blowing up left and right. New cars suck and it doesn't matter how well you take care of them. I call new cars warranty cars. Get rid of them before warranty expires. There all garbage compared to older vehicles .
I like everything about the Trax except the engine layout using a rubber timing belt emersed in the engine oil vs a engine using a steel timing chain and not a fan of small engine with turbo charger over a bigger engine that doesn't need a turbo to get power ,because it doesn't have to work as hard and will be less trouble prone later on as the engine gets a lot of miles
why would they submerge rubber in oil and expect that to last over time? that sounds like a recipe for disaster. Surely oil will be corrosive to rubber. I would think that metal submerged in oil would make more sense. I don't like that the timing chain is inside the engine either. also the battery is inaccessible. The fuse box is bolted on top of the battery. No more running to the local parts store and changing out your own battery. Now its a major repair bill. I hope the timing chain is covered under warranty.
@@bluemouse5039 In the same place it's usually found. to the right hand side of the engine bay above the tire on the drivers side. The thing is, a large fuse box is bolted on top of the battery. I'm trying to find out if that fuse box is easily removed, or if its a job for a mechanic.
Bought a black one of these with 17 inch wheels, silver rims.It rides great drives great and that torque is real. Wife chirped the tires pulling out the other day and she says it does it a lot. She is 62 and not trying.Her old car was a Kia with a 1.6.
As a woman I don't understand why the stitching in the car doesn't match the outside. I got a burgundy Chevy trucks and the stitching on the seats is orange and I don't get that ; interior black. I'm not one for a bunch of whole bunch of different colors. It might sound trivial but I like the color scheme to come together.. that red stitching on the seats does not come together with the green color of the car 😡 otherwise the car is a very attractive car
Chevy did a great job with the styling. It's a tempting CUV, but I'm suspicious of the long-term reliability. A tiny engine stressed by a turbo, gasoline direct injection, and a wet timing belt? That's not a winning formula for a simple, dependable engine. On top of that, owners are reporting a lot of issues related to the electronics.
C'mon guys, look at the owners manual. The dash has three different configurations to choose from. Press and hold the right scroll wheel down for a couple of seconds. Release and options will come up on the display. Scroll down to choose option two or three. Number one is the factory default you are showing. After about 1,200 miles or so, my breakin was done and I average 33.4 mpg real world combined driving in my '24 LT. Awesome little car. Pay no attention to the 3 cylinder turbo haters.
glad your liking the car. im considering getting a 2025 model. i think people are afriad of the "wet" internal timing belt and the cost to replace. this is really the only thing holding me back. the price point is awesome for what you get.
See if you still like it so much when you get to around 60k, and the timing belt fibers plug up the oil pickup tube, causing engine failure due to no oil pressure.
I have a 2025 LT version. I travel 33 miles round trip to and from work everyday. 18 highway miles and 15 city. 16.5 miles each way. Driving with cruise control, smooth starts and stops, I get 41mpg! I am a turtle keeping at 55 on the highway in the slow lane. How you drive affects your mpg performance completely. Need more speed and fun, don't use mpg as a factor to determine how good a car is. You can't. If you wanted a car for performance, this wouldn't be it. Spend 3x on a Vette. If you want practical, economical and a stunning base price, a Chevy Trax is for you.
Excellent review guys. Trax is an attractive choice. GM please get a Shark 🦈 fin antenna ,make a Power drivers seat available on LS thru 2 RS. Its only available on the ACTIV trim.
I'm an old geezer. (76) I dislike the "stop-start" feature in cars and wish there was a car made that does not have that feature. I like a soft armrest and will wait until Chevy decides to have it in trim options. I'd rather have that than a freaking puny sunroof.
@@g8btony I realize the feature can be disabled. Each and every time I get in the car. I should not have to do something extra when I drive. Why is the high beam indicator BLUE? RED was better.
They're not wrong. I'm in a 2024 Chevy Trax Facebook group and there have been many complaints about electronic issues affecting the gauge cluster, infotainment, AC, and power windows right off the dealership lot. Oddly, there are people with 20k miles saying they've had none of these common issues.
@@skyiswomb1 yeah, first model year or two is always a risky purchase. I bought a new Elantra in 2018, which was the 2nd year of the new design. Mine had problems with the engine, transmission, and suspension.
On the Trax mpg. LT We’ve got close to 5000 mi now. The first 1200-1400 miles only got around 24-25 mpg. But when the car got to 2100-2200 mi, the MPEG’s became phenomenal. Now the normal week for the wife is around 29-31.mpg. We’ve done 3 (one with 4 adults) 200+ mi day trips and the cars lifetime mpg is now at 31 mpg even. At some highway distances the car has been well over 40 mpg. Adding a hybrid wouldn’t be efficient.
Affordable.. looks nice... love that green.. I am anxious to see how reliable it is over time. Sad GM can't make quality affordable vehicles in America as this is made in South Korea. But that wouldn't turn me off at all.
I don't know about the other models, but in my research I've discovered that the Trax and Blazer are (sadly to me) built in Korea. In my mind, that's only providing profit for the GM execs, not for the blue collar working Americans.
An excellent review, and that's coming from someone who has done some review drives over the years. Don't worry about your mpg display - you were beating the he11 out of that car and it still averaged 24. My niece bought the Activ in Cayenne Orange in January and she just drove it from NYC down to your area - her dad (my brother) lives in Andover Hills. She got 41mpg on the drive there and back, and she's averaging around 28 in suburban NYC commuting. You were wise to mention the torque vs horsepower rating. Stupid people will always dwell on horsepower but it's meaningless unless you drive the car around with the tach over 6. Torque is what spins the tires, and the 162 on the Trax comes on around 2000rpm while the Kia Soul's Atkinson 2.0 makes a bit less torque at over 4000rpm. All that twist at low rpm is what makes the car feel so strong. It's an awesome car for the money. The engine will last of you change the oil every 4k miles. DI engines are very dirty and little engines need clean oil. That's not a Chevy thing - that's true for anything with direct injection and it goes double for little suitcase-sized engines with a turbo.
Just got one 2 days ago I love the car can’t beat the price i upgraded from a 2003 Honda crv. This is like luxury compared to that 260,000 mile crv I was driving.
Great purchase price, but you'll pay for it later in maintenance. The wet timing belt is extremely maintenance intensive to change. You're looking at $1000 just in labor.
I have googled/ you tube much about a wet timing belt and can't find any problems with if you change your oil as recommended. I am not a mechanic but live next store to a GM dealer mechanic and he told me take care of whatever you drive and you can expect good results.
Chevy is claiming 150k intervals for the belts. This PSA 1.2 turbo wet belt engine has shown belt fragmentation in as little as 40-50K miles in Europe. In fact, PSA redesigned their engines to use timing chains. Parts of the belt's teeth shear off and collect in the screen of the oil pickup. Guess what happens over time!
@@firstlast--- Check out videos of the PSA 1.2 turbo engines (Trax) which show the debris collected on the pickup screen. Even if oil flow was not compromised, lack of viable teeth on the belts would compromise oil pressure due to the belt driven oil pump and missing teeth on the timing belt would eventually cause the engine to jump timing, which would break the engine.
Wth?!? It sounds like a V6 😭. I had to replay the first acceleration twice to make sure I was hearing the right thing 😂. It sounds like the old tacoma in a sense. That really caught me off guard and im impressed.
As a former life long Ford fan I agree, GM is making some vehicles that are still affordable, Ford has nothing in this price point and is number one in recalls.
@@STORMZ8 My understanding is they've used the wet belt timing belt engine for about 15 years in Europe. Citroen and Peugeot have them and the recommended replacement is at 100,000 KM. or around 62,000 miles. This seems very early and there's been reports of debris coming off the belt and clogging pickups for the oil pump. Sites I've seen are recommending early oil changes with correct oil and staying on top of oil levels. While there are benefits to the Wet belt, I'm leery of long term reliability. I don't have any knowledge of vehicles with them built in the USA, which ones are you referring to?
I remember back in 1987 I picked up a Turbo 3 cylinder Chevy Sprint. That car had an amazing go cart like feel. Hopefully this engine is totally different!
Actually i am tired of armrests that wear and rip drum use after only 4 or 5 years. This has every decision i want, personally. And yea dash? I absolutely do not want a dash that will rip and break in hot summer weather like my trans am did.
Love your content! I bought a new Chevy Malibu because of your review. I needed a car instead of an SUV due to my mother being in a wheelchair so she could get in and out easy. I wonder if you are related to Peggy Hardesty? She is the best heart professional at the University of Kentucky. Anyway thanks for sharing and keep up the great work.
When and where did y'all film this....its been 80 -90 degrees in Raleigh for weeks and all my long / winter clothing have been stowed!? Maybe you could trade your new 2024 Kia even $$$ for this Chevy! Lol Great looking and priced to sell...I am just not sold on the long-term durability of these 3 cyl. blown engines!
C.C.'s The Trax looks great I need a second car with good gas mileage, I Have $4800 Points on my Marcus G.M. Card, But I don't trust gm anymore, I wish I could use the points for Mazda Toyota or Honda!
Wish you would have taken a look underneath. Emergency brake with thin bracket so close to left rear wheel, muffler system is not supported well in the rear, very little protection of components under the front and rear. A few rock hits and costly unnecessary repairs. Don't be fooled by looks.
The only thing about these cars that concern me is the wet timing belt design, the oil change interval recommendation is way higher than it should be for a turbo and wet belt design. Finally the amount of work it would take to change the timing belt is insanely complicated, which means the process will take time and cost probably somewhere around $1200 because only the dealers are likely willing or able to change them. GM is known for requiring special tools for some jobs. Outside of that little issue, I think these are great cars. I told my wife we should go and look at them in a couple weeks and see if she is able to safely position herself to drive one (she is 4'11" and not all cars can fit such a small person safely.) We were looking at a new Subaru Forester but the cost is $40k and in all honesty, we still have two kids, one 11 and the other 13, and they're rough on our vehicles, so I can not justify spending so much money on a new car. The Trax is on our to go look at new car list. On our used car list we are going to look at a 2019 Acadia and a 2018 Sienna. The problem is they're both around the $18-22k used price and interest rates are fairly high, even for those who have great credit.
Just wish you could get this color in an LS trim. also what are the smallest tires available on a 2024 Trax. as I want the least expensive tire to buy when it is time to replace the original tires.
These Trax and Buick Envista as well as the new Trailblazer simply have not been on the road long enough to rate them. I like the looks, even though fully loaded with sunroof in my area is closer to $28,000 but I have decided to wait at least till fall or later to see how that little 3 cylinder/turbo does. And all those touch screen electronics. Built in South Korea.
Wonderful review. My engine block on my 2014 Soul crashed and I need a new car. I am really thinking about this one. I really appreciate the review. I was not thrilled with the idea of a 3 cylinder. But I like the six-speed automatic over the CVTs.
I had a 72 - paid 2195 fully loaded -including a Tonneau cover. I drove it for 7 years, then sold it to a friend. Sitting down? He still uses it on his farm 52 years later on original running gear! That said we both lived in areas, not much rain or snow and no salt on roads. My only complaint? It was red and it would fade pretty fast unless you really kept on top of it. I still miss that little truck at times.
@@soliniv1411 where have you been the last 20 years, the PLASTIC sway bars have been proven to be better and last longer due to flexibility, ask Subaru, my WRX with 250K miles has the original ones on it. Corvettes, Subarus,, etc. have used them for years. As far as the 1.2L, check out the companies looking to use them for airplanes because of them being reliable in stress testing and the "wet" timing belt is nothing new and will last as long as any other belt.
It’s a couple grand more but with resale a Corolla cross would be less in the long run if you can swing it (it is very boring however, but do people buy this kind of car and care about how interesting it is)
More Japanese propaganda bullsh!t. 🙄 Chevrolet knocked this out of the park. This is the same motor and transmission in the Buick so I expect it to be smooth and reliable.
Compared to 10 or 20 years ago, ALL cars and trucks are JUNK! They're made cheaply, with inferior parts, and way too much technology that fails. Even Toyota and Honda doesn't have the reliability they USED to have! Another reason these are depressing, disappointing times we live in.
i bought the 24 Chevy Trax Activ when it first came out Early ‘23 and paid way too much in my SE Market but ill let yall know although it LOOKS nice its at that cheap pricepoint for a reason. its the cheap mans nice looking SUV
@@AereForst it's not horsepower you want it's the torque that's what gets you going from a dead stop ,if i don't mind my starts the wheels squeal every time
I have looked at a lot of new and exciting cars over the past 60 plus years, including some that proved to be absolutely terrible. One example was the Chevy Vega, which had a motor that lasted about 40,000 miles, and the body sometimes rusted out before the motor quit.. This Trax may prove to be a good car, but it could prove to be another Vega. That old car was really nice for a week and this one also seems nice. Only time will tell. One comparison for you. The Honda Accord from 40 years ago had a 0-60 time of about 11.4 seconds.
I had a 74 Vega wagon - I drove it 125,000 and it was fine. That said no snow or salt on road, 74 had fender liners, also had A/C and the radiator was h/d 4 speed, no issues. and the best mileage I ever got out of a car. Vega, Pinto, Corvair stories are just that - - urban stories. And that's from someone who worked as a tech for 17 years. Worked on them all.
@@richardwarren7492 They may be called urban stories, but I lived those stories. I had the first automotive pollution control license in Stockton, California, in the late 60s. I received lubrication training from Exxon when they were developing multi-weight oil. Ford sent me to Memphis for factory training when the 351 Cleveland came out. My last dealer job was running the tune-up department of a Chrysler dealer. One of my friends bought one of the first Vegas. He was OCD with maintenance and the motor still died at 40,000 miles. Those original silicone aluminum blocks, with the cast iron head, didn't last. Some mechanics experimented with iron sleeves from the Ford 8N tractor, but those first Vegas were so bad, nobody wanted them. Another friend bought a 1974 Pinto. Six months later, his brother-in-law bought an identical Pinto from the same Ford dealer. They found out that their keys worked on both cars. He had really good MPG for about 15,000 miles. Then it suddenly dropped in half and the dealer had no clue. I bought a 65 Corvair Monza convertible while I was wrenching at a Ford Dealer. It had the four point rear suspension and easily handled with the local ‘Vettes. It was one of the best cars I ever had, but I was young and stupid and got rid of it.
Well... you definitely won't win any drag races or tow any boats with it, but for only $20k, it sounds like a pretty good deal. GM was smart to remember that not everyone can afford to drop $30, $40, or $50k for a car. Sure, it has flaws and shortcomings (and a wimpy lawnmower engine)... but I don't think it's realistic to expect much more for $20k. Seems a good little entry level SUV. I think it should sell pretty well.
In 2024 it may be classified as only ok acceleration but if you grew up in the 80s with a slant 6 dodge or a ford Granada or a Chevy chevette than this trax is a friggin race car lol
Well $20K DID(!) buy a top tier second-gen S-10..approaching Cyclone/Typhoon status...STOUT 4.3L V-6 turbo, beefed, WIDENED(!) suspension. Still narrow, but tidy HANDsomely-styled body...Aagh the semi-old days!
That is the most useless feature imaginable. I save 25 cents a day in fuel and end up paying 600 dollars to replace the starter that is worn out. Can you imagine how many times a day a starter has to operate in big city traffic conditions?
many reviewers with a car mechanics background view potential issues with reliability a bit different: weird timing belt, very small engine with turbo, many cheap plastic parts and connectors etc etc. On the other hand, this vehicle is designed and manufactured in South Korea, so build quality might be better than US-made cars.
Nice review but even though you guys actually take a tape measure to the cargo area which is more than anybody else, can you take the god awful cargo cover off so we can actually see the space???
The deal killer is they aren't AWD. I have a Buick Encore, which is basically this car but slightly shorter wheelbase... it has the 1.3L Turbo which is a bit more fast and it's gas efficient too with an 8 speed tranny I believe. But the fact that I can't get AWD means it's a no for me since I live in Colorado. At least I couldn' find one in AWD yet, maybe they aren't out yet?
That's what the Trailblazer is for. Although, if the new Trax ends up being popular enough, I can see them adding an awd variant a few years down the road and most likely another engine option as well. Same thing happened with the Nissan Kicks which was supposed to be a FWD only vehicle but Nissan has now added the option of awd since the model has been selling ok for them.
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About those dual "wet" timing belts...😮
@@1hackmodeller557 I'm afraid that you are right. I hope I'm proven wrong, but this 1.2 engine with the wet belts is a version of the PSA 1.2 engine in Europe that was a nightmare. Ford's 1.0 wet belt engine was another failure. You probably know that these wet belts have a tendency to fragment at mileage as low as 50K and clog up the oiling system and destroy the engine. Chevy claims they are to be changed at 150K, but I don't buy it. The powertrain warranty lasts until 60K. After that, the owner is living on borrowed time. I'm sure Chevy got these engines for a song, as PSA has starting using timing chains as a result of a redesign. Lease it for 3 years and turn it back in.
I never understood why people care if the dashboard is hard touch. I understand and agree with wanting soft touch on armrests, but unless you plan on resting your head on the dashboard and awkwardly trying to take a nap I don't see the big deal. I never even touch my dash unless I'm wiping the dust off.
Very true who cares save the money and make the car cheeper or better quality parts that actually matter !
Exactly. As long as there are no creaks, squeaks, and rattles it doesn't matter.
The armrests in the Trax are hard, unfortunately.
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Seat arms (if equipped), center armrest or upper door sill. I never use the armrest on the door. I put a dashmat on the dash anyways to thwart the annoying glare.
Nice to see affordable cars haven't gone fully extinct yet.
I think you just thrust it into extinction 😤. Just kidding, it's a breath of fresh air.👍🏽
Emphasis on YET
> 2000 < 1.2 TURBO R3 !!! in America ? it's a desecration... plastic jaguar
Agreed!
3 cylinder turboed? A revamped geo metro motor in and overweight chassis 🤔🤔 .... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Talk about "grenading" the motor.
With the absurd pricing these days, this is actually really good value and it has a lot of room for a family to grow. Cost effective and economical is something new these days...Good review.
The vehicle is the result of greedy corporations that forgot the average person and its nice to see the GM actually realized it..great review guys
Thanks!
Businesses are in business to make money, just like you work to make money.
@@hertzair1186 making money and ripping people off are 2 different things bud.
@@hertzair1186looks like you've adapted to being taken advantage of. The rest of us don't just go with the flow.
@@Megdan1111you should be mad at governments for debasing your currency so much the past 4 years, not at GM.
Gentlemen I've had my LT for 1 month & not quite broke in but the tire squeelin gets more every week they even barked between 1st an 2nd it was wonderful and the mor miles i put on it gas mileage goes up. It's the tork that gets it going NOT the horsepower keep up the great reviews
If you're worried about longevity (the 3cyl turbo engine & wet timing belts) just opt for the additional warranty. Still comes out cheaper than competition and will give you piece of mind having 8 years 100k miles
Good advice.
Don’t forget GDI
Chevy better honor it
Additional warranties aren't cheap though. Tack on an extra 4-5k for extended warranty, tax, tag, license, etc, and a vehicle that's 25k suddenly becomes 30-32k
@@js77z I'm all in fully loaded 2rx for 29k
I've had my Crimson 2RS since last August and have about 14k miles. I love it! It's fun and comfortable. I've done a few videos about it. I average 29 mpg and that's fine in the real world.
bought Crimson 1RS om Dec.23/23 4800 miles. terrible gas mileage. 23mpg. Thought maybe cold weather. maybe breaking in.changed the winter tires to summer. Still terrible. Dropped it off at dealer - "defective fuel injector. from factory''
Lol, I average 36 mpg in my 2017 Chevy Cruze…. The 2nd gen Cruze is a far more affordable car. It got a bad stigma from the first gen.
What's your thought on the fuse box being placed on top of the battery? Is it easily removed? or is it a job for a mechanic?
@@gl7011just swing it out of way
Swing it out of way
I have one of these in fountain blue. It is a fantastic vehicle for the money. Really enjoy driving it.
the fountain blue is the best color for this car, it's worth the extra cost in my opinion
@@MrPootzen I think so too. One year color. Wonder what new Marina blue looks like?
@@ccc3350I'll have to see the 2025 in person to figure out if it's worth upgrading 😅
We bought a black one several weeks ago and are super happy with it.
Great little SUV crossover vehicle. Has many features my C300 Coupe (21) doesn’t. Nice having a touch screen for the daily driver.
I bought the 2025 Trax Lt and I have had it for 2 weeks and I love it! I get around 35 mpg on mine and it is fun to drive!!
I like the styling of the Trax, but there are a few mechanical issues that concern me with the Trax.
1. The wet timing belt.
2. The water pump location allows for any road debris to damage the electric water pump.
3. Turbo life expectancy
If it wasn't for those items, I would definitely get one.
Agreed
This engine has been out for 6 years now in different regions of the world and they've held up fine, wet belt included. Keep in mind that Chevy went with the best wet belt available for this car which is a Kevel-carbon belt (I believe it's made by Continental) and they haven't been problematic unlike the Dayco made snowmobile belt that Ford used in their wet belt applications. I also noticed the water pump exposure and there's a simple and relatively inexpensive fix for this. Take the car to any shop that does exhaust fabrication and have them make a protection plate to cover that area. A cousin of mine has one of these cars in the 2RS version and that's exactly what he did. Cost was $120 bucks including the materials and labor. Very much worth it for the peace of mind! As far as the turbo goes, it's definitely worth taking into consideration when you also factor in that this engine is direct injection (but not dual injection) and that combination can and does do a number on the condition of the motor oil and its ability to maintain the optimum protection. Couple that with the fact that many people will most likely be using this vehicle for short trips around town and it's a great recipe for fuel dilution. The way to get around this is completely ignore the recommended 7500 mile oil change interval stated in the manual and instead change that oil every 3000 miles which will go along ways towards protecting that turbo by keeping the fuel dilution % in check and keeping the inner workings of that engine in excellent shape. A GTL based motor oil will be highly recommended (such as Pennzoil ULTRA Platinum) and of course keep an eye on the oil level in between changes since driving in boost frequently may increase oil consumption. I do know someone that has a 2024 version (purchased in July of 2023 that currently has over 80k miles on his (he's a regional brand rep with a territory stretching 4 states!) and zero problems with the engine, turbo, or wet belt. He did have one problem with a rear window that was covered under warranty.
I bought one…. So far, very smooth ride. I’m happy so far
It looks good, it’s a really really good price!!!!
i bought a chevy cruze in 2016 only for the miles per gallon and was not very enthusiastic about a 1.4 turbo cuz im an old school chevy guy. i just gave my 155000 mile cruze to my daughter which still has original battery and only have put tires and brake pads and regular maintenance. chevy cruze has been a wonderful car also i dont drive like an idiot and take care of all things i own. i just bought a new 2024 trax with a 1.2 3 cykinder (wth) but this is how i felt when i bought the cruze. i have faith with regular maintenance and not flooring it after every red light that this trax will last me years for minimum cost. this is a very nicely equipped suv for a low price. take your electric somewhere else here in northern mn the battery cars dont do too good.
What are your thoughts on the battery placement? It's bolted underneath the fuse box. Can that fuse box be easily moved to change out the battery? Or are you looking at an expensive repair bill to switch out the battery?
Sorry didn't get back right away my son in law had my Trax because I was putting new serpentine belts on his neon. He is a good hard working man but can barely operate a screwdriver lol. To me it looks like the fuse box would simply just swing up out of the way to replace battery, hopefully will be years till I have to but I'm not sweating it. My cruze had a battery under the trunk that was at least twice as big as the battery in the Trax. When I bought the cruze I figured the huge battery was because of the stop/ start feature although the Trax has stop/ start and half the battery. I don't know , I guess time will tell. My theory is regular maintenance and don't drive like your in Nascar.
I ordered one from the factory because there are NONE on dealer lots!! This is such a popular car, I cannot wait to get mine! By the way you mention the fancy climate control and digital dash on LT and above which is NOT correct. You have to get the HIGH LEVEL LT for this and the 1RS also does NOT have these options, only the 2RS does. Just a note for other potential buyers.
They're more plentiful now. 7 of them at my local dealer.
The LT and above have the larger touchscreen and digital driver info center. The LS and 1 RS have analogue gauges and 8” touchscreen. We have an LT.
I purchased one back in April 2023, believe it or not that little car handle snow pretty good, it’s a good little car. I use it as a commuter from Reno Nevada to Seattle Washington 740 mile trip one way my average MPG is 34 MPG well worth the money.
Idid I mention it’s best miles per gallon is 61 miles to a gallon people don’t believe me and I show them on my screen
After driving a Subaru, Honda HRV and the Trax I went with the Trax. I did buy the extended warranty and gap protection. I’m enjoying it so far. I put 470,000 miles on my Toyota Tacoma if I get half of that with my Trax I’d be happy 😆.
I'm a toyata honda man for reliability but I still bought my wife a trax lol I'm hoping it goes at least a good 75k Miles without big expensive issues. Honestly I don't trust if for long term reliability but it sure is pretty with cool features for the money
Yeah. This will eventually be my daughter’s first car. May the Trax be a blessing to us both
I also bought gap and extended warranty, I also bought it on my 2016 cruze and in the end the warranty cost alot more than repairs. With that said I bought the gap and ex warranty because I plan on driving this car for many years.I am retired and don't put on big miles but still afraid of big repair bills. Maybe 1.3 problems but the 1.4 was awesome for me.
@brandondalehixon4748 huh? 75k? Dude your experience are way too low. If a car doesn't last at least 200k before major issues then either it's junk or someone didn't take good care of it.
@JuliusTurner-hm6ff Have you not been following new car makes and models lol?????? Go give the new toyata tacoma v6 twin turbo a look see. It's blowing up left and right. New cars suck and it doesn't matter how well you take care of them. I call new cars warranty cars. Get rid of them before warranty expires. There all garbage compared to older vehicles .
Bought a Trax on 9/26/2024. Nice ride and power is ok.
I have a new trax 2rs and I regularly get above 30 mpg and the best I’ve been able to get is nearly 45 mpg. An efficient engine for sure.
I like everything about the Trax except the engine layout using a rubber timing belt emersed in the engine oil vs a engine using a steel timing chain and not a fan of small engine with turbo charger over a bigger engine that doesn't need a turbo to get power ,because it doesn't have to work as hard and will be less trouble prone later on as the engine gets a lot of miles
Yes, everything you said. Yes
why would they submerge rubber in oil and expect that to last over time? that sounds like a recipe for disaster. Surely oil will be corrosive to rubber. I would think that metal submerged in oil would make more sense. I don't like that the timing chain is inside the engine either. also the battery is inaccessible. The fuse box is bolted on top of the battery. No more running to the local parts store and changing out your own battery. Now its a major repair bill. I hope the timing chain is covered under warranty.
@@gl7011 Where is the battery located?
@@bluemouse5039 In the same place it's usually found. to the right hand side of the engine bay above the tire on the drivers side. The thing is, a large fuse box is bolted on top of the battery. I'm trying to find out if that fuse box is easily removed, or if its a job for a mechanic.
@@gl7011 Is it a fuse box or just a cover? My 2013 Masda 3 has a cover over it that has 2 clamps to remove it
Bought a black one of these with 17 inch wheels, silver rims.It rides great drives great and that torque is real. Wife chirped the tires pulling out the other day and she says it does it a lot. She is 62 and not trying.Her old car was a Kia with a 1.6.
As a woman I don't understand why the stitching in the car doesn't match the outside. I got a burgundy Chevy trucks and the stitching on the seats is orange and I don't get that ; interior black. I'm not one for a bunch of whole bunch of different colors. It might sound trivial but I like the color scheme to come together.. that red stitching on the seats does not come together with the green color of the car 😡 otherwise the car is a very attractive car
Chevy did a great job with the styling. It's a tempting CUV, but I'm suspicious of the long-term reliability. A tiny engine stressed by a turbo, gasoline direct injection, and a wet timing belt? That's not a winning formula for a simple, dependable engine. On top of that, owners are reporting a lot of issues related to the electronics.
Ford's 1.0 turbo and PSA's 1.2 turbo with these wet belts were dismal failures. The Trax uses the same PSA 1.2 turbo engine.
The 24 model year had some teething problems with the electronics but haven't experienced any such trouble on our 25 LT.
It’s Korean styling
C'mon guys, look at the owners manual. The dash has three different configurations to choose from. Press and hold the right scroll wheel down for a couple of seconds. Release and options will come up on the display. Scroll down to choose option two or three. Number one is the factory default you are showing. After about 1,200 miles or so, my breakin was done and I average 33.4 mpg real world combined driving in my '24 LT. Awesome little car. Pay no attention to the 3 cylinder turbo haters.
glad your liking the car. im considering getting a 2025 model. i think people are afriad of the "wet" internal timing belt and the cost to replace. this is really the only thing holding me back. the price point is awesome for what you get.
Somebody always has bad to say even if only one example or what they heard. Maintain and drive like. You care.
I love my 2024 LT. So much safety into it I'm concerned I'm going to get lax.
I bought the 100000 mile warranty as I think since I'm an old frickker
See if you still like it so much when you get to around 60k, and the timing belt fibers plug up the oil pickup tube, causing engine failure due to no oil pressure.
Fantastic! This car looks like a great value for money. It is very refreshing to see in this day and age.
I have a 2025 LT version. I travel 33 miles round trip to and from work everyday. 18 highway miles and 15 city. 16.5 miles each way. Driving with cruise control, smooth starts and stops, I get 41mpg! I am a turtle keeping at 55 on the highway in the slow lane. How you drive affects your mpg performance completely. Need more speed and fun, don't use mpg as a factor to determine how good a car is. You can't. If you wanted a car for performance, this wouldn't be it. Spend 3x on a Vette. If you want practical, economical and a stunning base price, a Chevy Trax is for you.
That cacti green is gorgeous. I like that color with the black rims.
I get 38 easily on steady highway driving. To work and back. Good review. We have the LT.
Bravo great review i have a Trax 2rs and i love it.
I have a 1 week old 2rs, love it folks, huge fan!
Excellent review guys. Trax is an attractive choice. GM please get a Shark 🦈 fin antenna ,make a Power drivers seat available on LS thru 2 RS.
Its only available on the ACTIV trim.
I'm an old geezer. (76) I dislike the "stop-start" feature in cars and wish there was a car made that does not have that feature. I like a soft armrest and will wait until Chevy decides to have it in trim options. I'd rather have that than a freaking puny sunroof.
You can disable the stop/start feature on most new cars, including this one. I agree, the sunroof is not worth the added cost in the Trax
@@g8btony I realize the feature can be disabled. Each and every time I get in the car. I should not have to do something extra when I drive. Why is the high beam indicator BLUE? RED was better.
I would love to see a review of the base (least expensive) model. Steel wheels and all. But we all know that they don't really exist.
Cute car, but NTSA is showing lots of electrical problems with the 2024 Trax and even some blown engines.
They're not wrong. I'm in a 2024 Chevy Trax Facebook group and there have been many complaints about electronic issues affecting the gauge cluster, infotainment, AC, and power windows right off the dealership lot. Oddly, there are people with 20k miles saying they've had none of these common issues.
Do you guys live at the north pole ? Because you boys are Always wearing winter coats and gloves in your videos
@@palebeachbum First model year is always a risk unfortunately. Hopefully they work out the kinks down the line
@@skyiswomb1 yeah, first model year or two is always a risky purchase. I bought a new Elantra in 2018, which was the 2nd year of the new design. Mine had problems with the engine, transmission, and suspension.
@@palebeachbum A gambling man haha
On the Trax mpg. LT
We’ve got close to 5000 mi now. The first 1200-1400 miles only got around 24-25 mpg. But when the car got to 2100-2200 mi, the MPEG’s
became phenomenal. Now the normal week for the wife is around 29-31.mpg. We’ve done 3 (one with 4 adults) 200+ mi day trips and the cars lifetime mpg is now at 31 mpg even. At some highway distances the car has been well over 40 mpg. Adding a hybrid wouldn’t be efficient.
I think it's made in Korea . I'd definitely buy the extended warranty if keeping it long term.
Imo this is one of the best in its class. Its definitely best looking in my opinion. The only the that tops this is the cx-30.
Nah, CX30 over does the black cladding.
I've had one since September 2023 and I routinely get 30 to 32 mpg, which is better than my Sonic got the last couple of years I had it.
Great review Drew and Mason.
Great value, not sure about reliability but for a daily, around the town driving, change the oil regularly it should be ok.
Affordable.. looks nice... love that green.. I am anxious to see how reliable it is over time. Sad GM can't make quality affordable vehicles in America as this is made in South Korea. But that wouldn't turn me off at all.
Measuring sound inside the cabin is something that i always wanted to know. Jus found you guys. Thank you. 🎉
Glad we could help!
Turbo making less than 140 horses is very impressive for some kind of motocycle. Reliability and resale value probably will be matching the engine.
Bought one yesterday cacti 💚
Congrats!
Trax, Blazer, Blazer Ev, Equinox, Traverse, Tahoe....that's just Chevy. GM is whooping on Asian Brands I love it!!!! Lol
I don't know about the other models, but in my research I've discovered that the Trax and Blazer are (sadly to me) built in Korea. In my mind, that's only providing profit for the GM execs, not for the blue collar working Americans.
The arm rest may not be comfortable but you can always take it to an apolstery shop and get padding on the arm rest then your arm will be fine.
no paddle shifters?! Thank God that trend is dying off
@@willkent4759it would drive me crazy every car having it. Had a Lincoln Continental that had them. WHY?! Who wants paddle shifters in a luxury car?!
I have paddle shifters on my Subaru and I have never used them in 5 years of owning the car.
Great review guys…. Keep up the good work
Thanks, will do!
An excellent review, and that's coming from someone who has done some review drives over the years. Don't worry about your mpg display - you were beating the he11 out of that car and it still averaged 24. My niece bought the Activ in Cayenne Orange in January and she just drove it from NYC down to your area - her dad (my brother) lives in Andover Hills. She got 41mpg on the drive there and back, and she's averaging around 28 in suburban NYC commuting. You were wise to mention the torque vs horsepower rating. Stupid people will always dwell on horsepower but it's meaningless unless you drive the car around with the tach over 6. Torque is what spins the tires, and the 162 on the Trax comes on around 2000rpm while the Kia Soul's Atkinson 2.0 makes a bit less torque at over 4000rpm. All that twist at low rpm is what makes the car feel so strong. It's an awesome car for the money. The engine will last of you change the oil every 4k miles. DI engines are very dirty and little engines need clean oil. That's not a Chevy thing - that's true for anything with direct injection and it goes double for little suitcase-sized engines with a turbo.
Thanks!
I just bought a 2RS. I appreciate your advice. I'll keep up on those oil changes!
@@Patricia-kb5qv My nephew just bought a 2025 2RS. Crimson red. Loves the car and averaging 42mpg. Best value on the market.
Just got one 2 days ago I love the car can’t beat the price i upgraded from a 2003 Honda crv. This is like luxury compared to that 260,000 mile crv I was driving.
Great purchase price, but you'll pay for it later in maintenance. The wet timing belt is extremely maintenance intensive to change. You're looking at $1000 just in labor.
About 5 hours of labor book time same as a j series Honda
I have googled/ you tube much about a wet timing belt and can't find any problems with if you change your oil as recommended. I am not a mechanic but live next store to a GM dealer mechanic and he told me take care of whatever you drive and you can expect good results.
Chevy is claiming 150k intervals for the belts. This PSA 1.2 turbo wet belt engine has shown belt fragmentation in as little as 40-50K miles in Europe. In fact, PSA redesigned their engines to use timing chains. Parts of the belt's teeth shear off and collect in the screen of the oil pickup. Guess what happens over time!
@@markleggett3944 Interesting point. There is a bulletin where gm says debris in the oil pan is normal as it's from the timing belt
@@firstlast--- Check out videos of the PSA 1.2 turbo engines (Trax) which show the debris collected on the pickup screen. Even if oil flow was not compromised, lack of viable teeth on the belts would compromise oil pressure due to the belt driven oil pump and missing teeth on the timing belt would eventually cause the engine to jump timing, which would break the engine.
Wth?!? It sounds like a V6 😭. I had to replay the first acceleration twice to make sure I was hearing the right thing 😂. It sounds like the old tacoma in a sense. That really caught me off guard and im impressed.
It sounds like a motorcycle engine to me.
3 cylinder engines often sound like v6 ones depending on the timing. Think of it as half a v6.
Chevrolet is on a roll.....they should sell MANY Trax. Great video...thanks.
As a former life long Ford fan I agree, GM is making some vehicles that are still affordable, Ford has nothing in this price point and is number one in recalls.
Turbocharged 3 cylinder!!?? What can go wrong!?
Check out PSA 1.2 wet belt engines. That is what the Trax has.
nothing actually
Been using them in the US and Europe for decades.
@@STORMZ8 My understanding is they've used the wet belt timing belt engine for about 15 years in Europe. Citroen and Peugeot have them and the recommended replacement is at 100,000 KM. or around 62,000 miles. This seems very early and there's been reports of debris coming off the belt and clogging pickups for the oil pump. Sites I've seen are recommending early oil changes with correct oil and staying on top of oil levels. While there are benefits to the Wet belt, I'm leery of long term reliability. I don't have any knowledge of vehicles with them built in the USA, which ones are you referring to?
Fantastic review as always!😸
I remember back in 1987 I picked up a Turbo 3 cylinder Chevy Sprint. That car had an amazing go cart like feel. Hopefully this engine is totally different!
Yes of course guys & I might try to buy this.
Actually i am tired of armrests that wear and rip drum use after only 4 or 5 years. This has every decision i want, personally. And yea dash? I absolutely do not want a dash that will rip and break in hot summer weather like my trans am did.
It's a good looking vehicle
Now this is one great looking little CSUV. If GM has really tamed the ride on those 19 inch donuts I'd be interested
Wonder what the door handle is like opening in icy conditions. Pushing a button inside the handle sounds like trouble.
You can always use the button on the remote😊
Just bought a Crimson Red LT a few weeks ago, my overall gas mileage at 1300 miles is 34.1mpg.
Great job, guys. Please note that in the RESALE section at 26:22, you show "Jeep" instead of "Chevrolet."
Our apologies, thanks for pointing it out
imagine how much quieter and smoother over the bumps it'd be with the standard 17" wheels/60-series high profile rubber.
Love your content! I bought a new Chevy Malibu because of your review. I needed a car instead of an SUV due to my mother being in a wheelchair so she could get in and out easy. I wonder if you are related to Peggy Hardesty? She is the best heart professional at the University of Kentucky. Anyway thanks for sharing and keep up the great work.
Thanks, glad we could help! I don't think we are directly related but maybe somewhere along the line
When and where did y'all film this....its been 80 -90 degrees in Raleigh for weeks and all my long / winter clothing have been stowed!? Maybe you could trade your new 2024 Kia even $$$ for this Chevy! Lol Great looking and priced to sell...I am just not sold on the long-term durability of these 3 cyl. blown engines!
We filmed this probably a month ago but the weather in KY can be hot or cold at any moment
19:33 Those are nice "Down" jackets.
C.C.'s The Trax looks great I need a second car with good gas mileage, I Have $4800 Points on my Marcus G.M. Card, But I don't trust gm anymore, I wish I could use the points for Mazda Toyota or Honda!
This engine has already proven to be a failure in Europe. Any of the three brands you mentioned will be cheaper in the long run.
Wish you would have taken a look underneath. Emergency brake with thin bracket so close to left rear wheel, muffler system is not supported well in the rear, very little protection of components under the front and rear. A few rock hits and costly unnecessary repairs. Don't be fooled by looks.
The only thing about these cars that concern me is the wet timing belt design, the oil change interval recommendation is way higher than it should be for a turbo and wet belt design. Finally the amount of work it would take to change the timing belt is insanely complicated, which means the process will take time and cost probably somewhere around $1200 because only the dealers are likely willing or able to change them. GM is known for requiring special tools for some jobs.
Outside of that little issue, I think these are great cars. I told my wife we should go and look at them in a couple weeks and see if she is able to safely position herself to drive one (she is 4'11" and not all cars can fit such a small person safely.) We were looking at a new Subaru Forester but the cost is $40k and in all honesty, we still have two kids, one 11 and the other 13, and they're rough on our vehicles, so I can not justify spending so much money on a new car.
The Trax is on our to go look at new car list. On our used car list we are going to look at a 2019 Acadia and a 2018 Sienna. The problem is they're both around the $18-22k used price and interest rates are fairly high, even for those who have great credit.
Just wish you could get this color in an LS trim. also what are the smallest tires available on a 2024 Trax. as I want the least expensive tire to buy when it is time to replace the original tires.
These Trax and Buick Envista as well as the new Trailblazer simply have not been on the road long enough to rate them. I like the looks, even though fully loaded with sunroof in my area is closer to $28,000 but I have decided to wait at least till fall or later to see how that little 3 cylinder/turbo does. And all those touch screen electronics. Built in South Korea.
Wonderful review. My engine block on my 2014 Soul crashed and I need a new car. I am really thinking about this one. I really appreciate the review. I was not thrilled with the idea of a 3 cylinder. But I like the six-speed automatic over the CVTs.
Thanks! Glad you found the review helpful!
The engine is the problem in this car. I would advise you to spend a little more and go for a Toyota or Mazda. They will be cheaper in the long run.
Bring back the Chevy LUV
I had a 72 - paid 2195 fully loaded -including a Tonneau cover. I drove it for 7 years, then sold it to a friend. Sitting down? He still uses it on his farm 52 years later on original running gear! That said we both lived in areas, not much rain or snow and no salt on roads. My only complaint? It was red and it would fade pretty fast unless you really kept on top of it. I still miss that little truck at times.
Its worst feature is in your first sentence, 1.2L 3 cylinder turbo 😂
🚩 it has a wet timing belt
🚩 it has plastic sway bar links, PLASTIC
@@soliniv1411 where have you been the last 20 years, the PLASTIC sway bars have been proven to be better and last longer due to flexibility, ask Subaru, my WRX with 250K miles has the original ones on it. Corvettes, Subarus,, etc. have used them for years. As far as the 1.2L, check out the companies looking to use them for airplanes because of them being reliable in stress testing and the "wet" timing belt is nothing new and will last as long as any other belt.
Wet belts! They were already a failure in Europe, so Chevy decides to use them in their vehicles.
no vent in the back, no cup holders in the back, no
power tailgate even on the active😢
Perfect first car for a teenager!
At this price this car was a Prep for me. Cheap on gas and I can pay it off in a year. Of course I save up money to put down on it.
It looks like a great deal, but time will tell. I'd have to see how that tiny motor is holding up 4 years from now. I'd go Nissan Kicks
It’s a couple grand more but with resale a Corolla cross would be less in the long run if you can swing it (it is very boring however, but do people buy this kind of car and care about how interesting it is)
More Japanese propaganda bullsh!t. 🙄
Chevrolet knocked this out of the park. This is the same motor and transmission in the Buick so I expect it to be smooth and reliable.
@@G-Ratedchevys are trash. Had a coworker’s Chevy Trax blow it’s engine on the highway at 4,000 miles on the odometer.
@@BrianYYHsure lil bro 😂
You want a Nissan with their infamous rubber band transmission? The one that made CVT a dirty word?
This color is fire! 🚒👩🏾🚒
Compared to 10 or 20 years ago, ALL cars and trucks are JUNK! They're made cheaply, with inferior parts, and way too much technology that fails. Even Toyota and Honda doesn't have the reliability they USED to have! Another reason these are depressing, disappointing times we live in.
i bought the 24 Chevy Trax Activ when it first came out Early ‘23 and paid way too much in my SE Market but ill let yall know although it LOOKS nice its at that cheap pricepoint for a reason. its the cheap mans nice looking SUV
I wish it had at least 180 hp. It’s really underpowered but it probably has enough pep for basic driving needs
@@AereForst it's not horsepower you want it's the torque that's what gets you going from a dead stop ,if i don't mind my starts the wheels squeal every time
I have looked at a lot of new and exciting cars over the past 60 plus years, including some that proved to be absolutely terrible. One example was the Chevy Vega, which had a motor that lasted about 40,000 miles, and the body sometimes rusted out before the motor quit.. This Trax may prove to be a good car, but it could prove to be another Vega. That old car was really nice for a week and this one also seems nice. Only time will tell.
One comparison for you. The Honda Accord from 40 years ago had a 0-60 time of about 11.4 seconds.
I had a 74 Vega wagon - I drove it 125,000 and it was fine. That said no snow or salt on road, 74 had fender liners, also had A/C and the radiator was h/d 4 speed, no issues. and the best mileage I ever got out of a car. Vega, Pinto, Corvair stories are just that - - urban stories. And that's from someone who worked as a tech for 17 years. Worked on them all.
@@richardwarren7492 They may be called urban stories, but I lived those stories. I had the first automotive pollution control license in Stockton, California, in the late 60s. I received lubrication training from Exxon when they were developing multi-weight oil. Ford sent me to Memphis for factory training when the 351 Cleveland came out. My last dealer job was running the tune-up department of a Chrysler dealer.
One of my friends bought one of the first Vegas. He was OCD with maintenance and the motor still died at 40,000 miles. Those original silicone aluminum blocks, with the cast iron head, didn't last. Some mechanics experimented with iron sleeves from the Ford 8N tractor, but those first Vegas were so bad, nobody wanted them.
Another friend bought a 1974 Pinto. Six months later, his brother-in-law bought an identical Pinto from the same Ford dealer. They found out that their keys worked on both cars. He had really good MPG for about 15,000 miles. Then it suddenly dropped in half and the dealer had no clue.
I bought a 65 Corvair Monza convertible while I was wrenching at a Ford Dealer. It had the four point rear suspension and easily handled with the local ‘Vettes. It was one of the best cars I ever had, but I was young and stupid and got rid of it.
I would have bought one but I must have AWD. I live in hilly territory and snow can be heavy. It’s a very sharp looking car, however.
Wish that they brought the manual transmissions & diesel versions that are available in Korea
Well... you definitely won't win any drag races or tow any boats with it, but for only $20k, it sounds like a pretty good deal. GM was smart to remember that not everyone can afford to drop $30, $40, or $50k for a car. Sure, it has flaws and shortcomings (and a wimpy lawnmower engine)... but I don't think it's realistic to expect much more for $20k. Seems a good little entry level SUV. I think it should sell pretty well.
In 2024 it may be classified as only ok acceleration but if you grew up in the 80s with a slant 6 dodge or a ford Granada or a Chevy chevette than this trax is a friggin race car lol
Well $20K DID(!) buy a top tier second-gen S-10..approaching Cyclone/Typhoon status...STOUT 4.3L V-6 turbo, beefed, WIDENED(!) suspension. Still narrow, but tidy HANDsomely-styled body...Aagh the semi-old days!
So the big question will be the long-term reliability of the wetbath timing belts (two of them). Only time and mileage will tell.
You differently get a lot for a bang for your buck. Love mine.
Great review. Can Auto Start/Stop be turned off?
Yes. Not sure in all models
Thanks! And yes it can be turned off
That is the most useless feature imaginable. I save 25 cents a day in fuel and end up paying 600 dollars to replace the starter that is worn out. Can you imagine how many times a day a starter has to operate in big city traffic conditions?
Love your videos but it would be great if you had a large (6'+, 200lb+) friend to give their opinion on how it feels. Thanks.
Chevy could save hundreds of millions by axing the Trail Blazer and just adding 4wd and a few extra options.
I cant agree with small engine with turbo, thats alotta stress
Watch this video before you buy. A real eye opener for me. Should you buy a 2024 Chevrolet Trax? By The Car Care Nut.
many reviewers with a car mechanics background view potential issues with reliability a bit different: weird timing belt, very small engine with turbo, many cheap plastic parts and connectors etc etc. On the other hand, this vehicle is designed and manufactured in South Korea, so build quality might be better than US-made cars.
5$ pad will cover the hard plastic where you put your arm...
22:24 ,as the Chevy slogan goes" Chevy, like a rock "
Nice review but even though you guys actually take a tape measure to the cargo area which is more than anybody else, can you take the god awful cargo cover off so we can actually see the space???
My dog loves those donuts
The deal killer is they aren't AWD. I have a Buick Encore, which is basically this car but slightly shorter wheelbase... it has the 1.3L Turbo which is a bit more fast and it's gas efficient too with an 8 speed tranny I believe. But the fact that I can't get AWD means it's a no for me since I live in Colorado. At least I couldn' find one in AWD yet, maybe they aren't out yet?
AWD will never be an option on the Trax. That's reserved for the Trailblazer. You'll have to upgrade. Trax is the entry level car remember?
I live in northern MN and I don't believe 4 wheel drive is necessary for me but in Colorado with mountain roads it may be a deal changer
The Trax does not offer AWD. The Trailblazer does.
That's what the Trailblazer is for. Although, if the new Trax ends up being popular enough, I can see them adding an awd variant a few years down the road and most likely another engine option as well. Same thing happened with the Nissan Kicks which was supposed to be a FWD only vehicle but Nissan has now added the option of awd since the model has been selling ok for them.
I, want one but the gas milage sucks and that turned me off.