Should You Buy a 2024 Chevrolet Trax? Thorough Review By A Mechanic
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 มิ.ย. 2024
- A Mechanic Reviews the 2024 Chevrolet Trax Should You Buy One?
In this video we take a look at the Latest Chevy Trax.. We start with a proper technical review under the hood then underneath the car.
Then we look at the exterior and interior. Then we talk about some things we don't like about it.
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0:00 Intro
0:32 Under The Hood
10:28 Under The Car
17:24 Exterior Review
22:54 Interior Review
28:05 Things I Don't Like About It
30:21 Should You Buy One? - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
This Gentleman who is a Master Mechanic has to be applauded. No matter who the manufacturer is, he will always state the facts just the way they are and he does that in such a way that you can easily understand and make an informed decision. He is a one man army.
I agree I always appreciate his opinion and that he's very unbiased but still points out issues with vehicles from a mechanical perspective
@@midnitestate Indeed Yes.
So true.. other online car reviewers (and I watch a ton of them) just talk about how great the cars run when they are new. They don't look into how reliable or well-constructed they are.
@@izraelite2908 In full agreement.
I will never buy a car without listening to his fact opinions
Now I need this good man to inspect my Boeing
Is it purchased, or on the line still?
“There’s a few bolts missing … but that’s okay.”
But then we will never see him again 😢
Yes….no no no. We want him to stay alive and happy long life
He will inspect it and be missing the next day.
Greetings from Mexico! This review just nails it, in regards to the engine here in Mexico those wet belt engines are a total nightmare and a dealbreaker, over here Peugeot, Renault, Chrysler and now Chevrolet are using wet belts and those are know to have catastrophic failures, even though they claim the belts are specially designed they are not, they start deteriorating and releasing rubber material along with aramid fibers, this mixture ends up clogging the oil pick-up causing oil starvation and catastrophic engine failure, some other times the teeth on the belt separates not only progresively clogging the pick-up but also causing the timing belt to skip timing and the cherry on top is when maintained YOU HAVE TO USE OEM BELTS otherwise it's well know that if the mechanic slaps any belt, even from reputable brands they don't seem to have been properly treated to be wet belts and degrades over a few thousands of miles causing everything I mentioned above, in fact Stellantis is facing a class action lawsuit over here due to their "Puretech" wet belt engine.
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Damn. Thank for the heads up.
Don't you think the system is a gravy train gift to dealerships? I worked at a dealer back in mid-2000's and the timing belts were favorite job of the mechanics. No other job brought as much easy gravy to the shop. Also, it strikes me engineers with little world experience or pure cynicism would design this way.
id take a noisy timing chain engine over a quiet wet belt engine any day. Its like they took the worst of a timing chain (serviceability if there ever is a problem) and the worst thing about a dry belt (replacement intervals) and created this nightmare. This is a decent spec'd engine but then its hobbled by that wet belt nonsense. You came so close Chevy, so close.
@@yal100 Could very well be on purpose. car is cheap. planned obsolescence.
Regarding the timing belt:
Owner's manual, page 288:
Every 150,000 miles: Replace the timing belt, timing belt tensioner, and oil pump.
Thanks, I was wondering. That's actually a long time!
Can't wait to see a video of the tb change for this engine
Next thing that will happen after you buy this garbage-someone will declare it “ Unsafe at any speed “
3 cyl turbo, probably wouldn't make it to 150,000
@@timblanchard7126 I was thinking the same thing. This engine won’t have an easy day of work in its life.
lol he’s so polite!
“and that’s okay” translates to “and that’s not good”
lol
It’s like when your mom is disappointed in you and guilt trips you about it. 🤣
not the end of the world
These types of reviews/videos are the best part of your channel- Thank You
👍🏻 agreed
also agreed
of ALL the Chevy Trax reviews out there (and there are a LOT) yours is the most useful. We will see how many miles I get out of mine with proper care and maintenance.
Maybe 75k, good luck
@@phatgringo2.0source????
@@dnegel9546No source. Just a dumb comment.
@@dnegel9546 uh, anyone who knows about wet timing belts and a motorcycle engine strapped with a turbo in a 3,200 lb station wagon I mean "SUV".
I believe this is a great little car. MSRP less than 25k right now. It’s a steal for the common man and who want an affordable vehicle.
I’d gladly enjoy the trade off of a slightly noisy engine with a trusty long-lasting timing chain for a quiet engine with a timing belt. And that goes double for an engine with two! timing belts.
That goes triple for a wet oil timing belt internal to the engine that requires specialty tools to replace at 100k miles, if the car ever makes to that…
Yeah. I think the complicated dual timing belt system is the biggest "Achilles heel" to me ever wanting one of these. I drive a Chevy Spark (which this Trax is theoretically the successor of, along with many other models in Chevy's previous lineup.) and it has a timing chain. After 130k it's had no issues with timing.
I absolutely love timing belts, as long as there is only one, and it is easy to get to and replace. My 1972 Ford Pinto wagon, which I have been driving for almost 35 years, has a 2.0L SOHC inline four cylinder engine with a single, super easy to replace timing belt. It takes about half an hour to replace the belt. You don't have to disassemble the engine to replace it like you do with an internal chain. The maximum life of any chain is around 100,000 miles. Having to tear the engine apart to replace a chain every 100,000 miles or less is ridiculous. But then of course most modern engines would probably not reach 100,000 miles anyway. Definitely not this one.
Gm timing chains generally don't last as long a a timing belt! Junk..
@@robwatts4623 I have been building old school (non LS) small block Chevy engines for decades, for everything from daily drivers to drag race engines. On a well built daily driver engine, a timing chain will start to wear to the point where it affects both ignition and valve timing around 80,000 miles. That's using steel cam sprockets. Once it reaches that point, it starts to wear much faster. But. It is a simple setup. One large, heavy and very short chain, and two sprockets. No multiple chains, tensioners, or guides. It takes about an hour to replace one. I consider replacing the timing chain on one of these engines every 75,000 miles or so to be routine maintenance. But the fact is, NO chain is going to have a really long life. Chains are a wear part, like clutches, brakes, tires, etc. They should not be used in a place where they are hard to get to for replacement. A good engine should outlast several chains. If you use either a chain or a belt that requires major disassembly of the engine to replace, then you basically have a disposable engine.
The wet-belt system is one of the biggest red flags for modern engines. Made to last the warranty period and that's about it. But that's okay.
Can you explain why that is a red flag for modern engines? Does it not make a difference that they were designed for it?
@@G-Ratedin fords pieces of the belt shavings gunk up everything
In Europe Stellantis use the wet-belt system in several brands from Peugeot to Opel and Jeep. Only problems, the oil deteriorates the belt...
@@G-Rated It shows that the manufacturer is willing to cut corners and use a less reliable system for a marginal fuel efficiency gain and cost savings. In a perfect test-stand world I'm sure the materials they used for these belts are suited for decent service intervals. However I have seen real world issues with similar Ford engines having severe degradation of timing and oil pump belts as low as 50,000 miles. In a general sense timing chains have a better track (trax?) record for reliability when dealing with varied driving conditions. This is mostly based upon my observations from working a dealership and also my opinion so please don't take what I say as fact.
Historically no one in right mind buying sedan/crossover from GM after 1996 caprice. And no one in right mind NOW buying anything from GM
Engine goes total replacement required,no rebuilds here.Thats what I’m getting from this review.
Good job sir 👍🏾
But that's ok.
Engine replacement,and gM loves it-just garbage no wonder Kia sells,it’s just ridiculous
Chevy, cheap now expensive later.
Disposable engine, disposable car.
Perfect design for rental fleets.
Your videos are a godsend for potential car buyers!!! We do not deserve you and your work. There are very few genuinely good people who would go out of their way to provide quality educational info for the masses for FREE.99.
Tbh. The 1.2 puretech 3 cylinder engine which the french did is also designed to run with an internal timing belt that is oiled. And it doesn't matter if its designed to do so, because it still fails before hitting 38k miles.
Yep, in Europe it is a huge scandal. Avoid at all costs (they say it has differentt timing belt now, but I would not trust it).
That's because it's French.
@@21Piloteer Yep, peugeot. Like the 1.6 prince engine... In short current peugeot gas engines should be avoided. Sadly the diesels are getting worse too (you cannot get the really good 2.0 hdi any more).
Pure Crap as known in the UK 🇬🇧
Take this with a grain of salt, but the GM LIH engine we see here in the trax is actually based off of the PSA Puretech you speak of here, something GM got from PSA as part of the Opel deal. Really not a good sign. The LIH engine in the trax will be replaced for 2025 by a flex fuel LPB engine. Not sure if it'll be any different an engine besides being flex fuel though
All I have to say is I really love your reviews. Thank you for telling it like it is but also giving your own experienced personal takeaways as well.
Well that depends on the vehicle. He has completely avoided talking about the catastrophic engine failures in the 2022+ Tundra for quite a while now, but as soon as Toyota finally begins to warranty those junk engines, he will heap praise on the company that has done everything it can to try to weasel out of replacing those engines under warranty by trying to accuse owners of being at fault for the failure.
To me, a non-engineer, the underside says “lowest possible manufacturing cost.”
Aren't they all similar to each other these days?
your beloved toyotas are made pretty cheaply as well
@@alexanderkennedy2969 Are there high-quality Hyundai undersides? I wonder...
@@bmw803 Yup. Everyone will try to save costs in one way or the other. In the end, we customers are the eternal victims.
@@alexanderkennedy2969Not in Japan, because Japan will make sure you are shamed for eternity if you dare do such a thing 🤷♂️
"Some of the options are optional" LOVE IT!!!! Shows that this was not really scripted and that's why he's got such a great following. He tells it like it is. I truly appreciate reviews that go into the dirty details like the engine compartment and underneath. Thank you for all you do!!
I think it’s wonderful that the transmission is a clutch type six speed rather than a cheap CVT. Anytime you see a timing belt motor it is because that is the cheapest way to manufacture it. Maintenance costs are shifted to the owner in the future which could be in the thousands of dollars especially with this vehicle. Small GM Duramax diesels manufactured in Taiwan also use a belt driven oil pump submerged in oil. Ford is using the same design with some of their eco-boost motors. You have to look at obviously how many miles the engine has on it before you change the belt, but it is also time sensitive. Even a vehicle with relatively low miles, after 10 years, I can only imagine what the rubber would look like on the belt after being immersed in oil that long. With this particular vehicle when it’s time for the timing belt to be changed, it could be a game changer on whether to just junk the car or not because of the cost.
CVT's cost about 3 times as much as torque converter type auto and you said clutch type. You have things all scrambled up. This is a torque converter type.
It seems like a good car for the first owner, buying it new. It does not seem like a reliable car for whoever becomes the second or third owner. I prefer the rock solid Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Highlander since I buy cars used and not new. Thanks for probably the best review ever done on the all new 2024 Chevy Trax.
There will be no second or third owner. After the warranty ends, it will be in a recycle yard.
@@georgeburns7251So sad to see a car, that is so compelling and so good looking, suffer from GM engineering compromises and poor GM reliability.
The Highlander is reliable as long as it doesn't have the 2GR.
@@georgeburns7251 Just like a 2022+ Tundra?
I would like to see a review of the Ford Maverick Hybrid powertrain! That would be interesting
Agreed
Can help you there, the C-Max Hybrid I've driven for over 11 years (bought new) has been great, 44 to 57 mpg around town, and 42 to 46 on the interstate running the speed limit .... you can't drive it 10 mph over the limit an expect great gas results. Maintenance ... every 6,000 miles for me, I average about 2,400 EV miles per 6,000 miles. The drive train is great, quiet an efficient. I currently have over 81,000 on the car. Had all the hoses, 12 volt battery, brakes, etc and other things done about two years ago ... spent just over $1,800 for that. Good for three more years. It's been great, three others (one is a business vehicle with over 150,000K on it) and all three remark the above. Hope this helps. I too am looking at the Maverick in the XL trim. Why? I can't justify the money for the XLT & Lariet trims. Go to "Ineedahubcap.com" and you can buy used alloy Maverick Wheels or other correct size/bolt hole Ford wheels, or as I plan to do get a set of stainless trim rings for the wheels, they look great, several photos out there to see what they look like. Again, hope this helps.
I second. Ford loves to drive oil pumps with wet belts. I wonder if the engine in the hybrid Maverick has one?
I normally don't care about car reviews when I'm not in the market for a vehicle, and especially when it's not a vehicle I'd normally consider.
I was glued to this one. Beautiful job!
I always look forward to your reviews and this is no exception!
Thank you for your thorough and detailed mechanical reviews. Your channel has become one of my first go-to channels for reviews! Few, if any, are as detailed and honest about the mechanical bits. I am planning to upgrade my current vehicle next year, and, since I prefer to stay under $30K if possible, the new Trax was on my list. So, I was glad to find your review of it.
Good job, man.. Amazing review. Perfect amount of information, no nonsense. Well done!
Just came across your channel after seeing many car reviews in the past-easily the best/most practical reviews presented. Great job
Bought my RS Trax in November and ive been very pleased with it. Thanks for the review!
I have a brand new 2024 Activ. Bought it with an extended warranty. We usually drive our second car until the warranty is done and trade so no worries on maintenance lol. This small SUV fits perfectly into our life, is great on gas, has low payment, and has really nice features.
Nice! I have the Activ as well, definitely alot of car for the money, and smooth ride with feature most expensive cars don't have. I'm in love with mines just put 2K miles on it.
Agree
@@darytendotm9188any issues yet?
If this vehicle had a conventional N/A engine with a timing chain, i would have definitely considered it. Everything looks great here, but i would never risk it with a spotty power train.
That those pesky Koreans for this vehicle. Still goes back to Daewoo which GM bought some years ago.
This car is FLYING off dealer lots. I had to have one ordered because there are none on the dealer lots. Cant wait to get mine!!
They'll sell tons of these. Affordable and looks good.
@tonyc7435
I really can't understand why.
Same with the Konas which seem to be really popular around where i live.
If it's the pricing why not just get a 3-5 year old Toyota or Mazda SUV with relatively low mileage or something?
The cost is about the same as this piece of junk is brand new and even though the vehicle is older it'll last longer and be less expensive and troublesome to repair in the long run, probably more spacious and powerful in some cases too depending on the model.
@@hollowgonzalo4329that’s what I’ve been saying , instead of buying this low quality piece of junk just get a used Mazda , has all those plus awd , more space and true 6 speed
I laugh at the people who buy this and wonder why it’s having issues 😂
@@hollowgonzalo4329
Most of the people getting these new are leasing. They like to lease a cheap new car with low lease payments for 3-4 years and then get rid of it to move on to the next lease.
@@hollowgonzalo4329 , how do you know it is a piece of junk? It just hit the dealer floors. Are you a seer or just regurgitating what other clairvoyant geniuses spew in comment sections?
Excellent review...seriously considering the Trax....I'm glad this popped up on my Google feed....thank you!
I’m not even half-way through the video and I’ve already lost track of how many times Amd has said “that’s ok”.. and we know it most certainly is NOT ok! 😂
I have to say if they changed that wet belt to a regular timing chain I would be a buyer for that price. The maintenance with that belt would be my only hesitation. The car looks good for the money.
Really appreciate these in depth reviews. Really helping consumers better understand what really matters under the flashy exteriors.
I give him thumbs up even before watching his videos because it is guaranteed to be good.
lol gM quality in plastic parts,almost as bad as quality in gM fans,it’s creepy
@@bradzimmerman3171so many stupid *gm* trolls 😂
Thank you! Was really hoping you'd do this model. I find it far more interesting to see things built to a low price-point.
That reverse light skit is something you should do more in your videos. I feel it hammers your point home a lot more
Finally, someone agrees with me and the misuse of backup lights. And the obnoxious, wake up the neighborhood, horn verification. Put a resistor circuit or additional small horn for that.
I've watched a lot of 2024 Chevrolet Trax reviews this is one of the best. Thank you
Really well done review! Learned so much. Thanks
GM should have just stick a good old 2.0 4 cylinder (or a 1.8), no gdi, no turbo and a timing chain...the car looks good but i'm scared of the engine! Good thing about the 6 speed autobox!
The 1.4 turbo engine before this was a pos and had many issues
Yup, stay away from most any GM Turbo and GDI engine if you can... Junk and future issues for sure!
@@BigAltimaEnergy7191.4 L Family2 engine. It’s the turbo that had all the issues, the NA engines were not great, but just OK.
My experience with this transmission is not a favorable one. Hard down shifts 5-4 3-2 2-1. And hard up shifts from 4-5. At least once a week I have a down shift so hard I have thought that I was rear ended.
@@lynneven5130 Good info! The last 6 speed transmission i drove was a kia and it was surprisingly smooth, i'm used to the 3 or 4 speed from the 90`s...that's why i drove a manual!
I'm so glad you did a review on the new Trax. As someone who has a 2023 V6 Blazer and considered this 2024 Trax before I bought my Blazer I follow the Trax closely to see how they do. I think for the price you're spot on, easily one of the best looking vehicle in the segment inside and out and the build quality with a regular transmission is welcome. I don't see why you wouldn't easily get 150k-200k miles without many issues honestly. Considering the timing belt is supposed to be changed at 150k according to the manual. GM is selling a TON of these so it'll be interesting to see how long they last with so many out there and how many high milage Trax's we get in the coming years. Great car for the price without question considering almost every other vehicle at this price is more expensive and has a CVT in it!
the new CVT's are perfect for low power offerings and last long, are more efficient. They cost more to make well though.
Great video. You pointed out many things that the avg person would never know to look for. You’re helping people make informed purchase decisions.
Researching these Traxes and I really appreciate this video and your candor. Thank you for the underbody looks and the mentioning of the concerns as well as the likes. It really seems like this was a level up job compared to past offerings, even if some things aren't ideal.
Man I love your reviews!!! Keep it honest!
That RS badge is hilarious.
Si hasta el "TRAX" de plástico color opaco se ve.... 🤔🤐
No, it's Really/Sad.
@@ericharrison619 A 1.2 turbo motor and it's a Rally Sport? The power may be adequate, but it's not a sports car.
Like a 4th gen Tacoma with a TRD Pro badge is hilarious. With that ground clearance? How much did you say it costs? LOL WTF!
Love this review - especially from a mechanics view!
You did one of the best detailed explanations of the engines engineering. Thank you!
This is my first time seeing the mechanic. He is very thorough on this review. Purchased my 2024 Chevy Trax LS (Sterling Gray) on February 14, 2024. Love it. No problems. Big upgrade from my 2012 4 door Toyota Yaris. He's correct. Priced just right. And it is just what you need. It's not a race car, but it's good enough for everyday around town driving. My only complaint is the "easy access door" for the gas nozzle. But i guess that's the "new era" we live in, and i got to get used yo to it. Other than that, i would recommend the all new Chevy Trax (in any trim) "for everyone!" We all thank you for this great review on a 1st year, brand new vehicle. Take care.
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Enjoy it while you can! As youll soon be on a first name basis with the service department 😅
About 7 years ago my friend bough a 2010 Yaris sedan with 110,000 miles. It now has over 146,000 miles. The car is bullet proof. Except for the AC not working the Yaris runs well & is comfortable. What a great reliable vehicle!
Thanks for your opinion of the Chevy Trax. I'm sold I'll buy one in a heartbeat. One thing you missed. It does come with power seats and it does have the radio controls on the rear of the steering wheel. But o test drove one and i luv it
Excellent review very informative on every level...thank you.
Thank you for sharing. This is a really nice and thorough review.
Great video! I was waiting for a solid reputable opinion on one of these!
The key fob in the car thing: my neighbor has a 18 Traverse and it honks like 6 times 😂
The back up light thing: GM has been doing that starting 97 and most owners like the feature. You can always turn it off if you don't. Personally I override the light delay if I'm in a parking lot, but in the dark out here in the rural areas I'm thankful the car has them!
Very refreshing seeing this and I hope GM sees this and take notes. I really like the Trax and the price excellent, it wouod be great if they could improve the small stuff.
Great educational review!!!
Thanks 😊
Best car reviewer there is. Reasonable criticisms on the Trax.
Really wish they just used a timing chain for this.
GREAT! This is the review Ive been waiting for so long. I have this vehicle since August 2023 and Im in love with it. Thank U for the analysis. Pretty good!!!!
I got mine a few months ago. It’s way better than the jeep renegade I had. What hell I had with that. No it’s not 4x4 but I had to get rid of that trash.
Any issues with it yet?
@@kreexx no issues! pretty happy with my baby
@@kreexx same none yet
16:40 just think of the slush and ice and snow that's going to build up around that in the winter. And freeze.
Love your review! Great job. I just bought 2RS so far so good.
The volume for the radio is also on the back of the steering wheel.
Been waiting to hear your thoughts on one of these. Thanks!
Fair review. Nice job GM.
Was thinking same. Finally something that's not 50k and looks ok for the price.
Love it. Can you also do a review on the brand new Chevy Traverse/GMC Acadia with the Turbo 4?
It looks great on paper but I wonder if it's a good purchase vs the Honda Pilot that you reviewed. Thanks!
Super interesting and informative video, thank you!
What a great review; I’d enjoy seeing more GM vehicle reviews(older and newer) on this channel, especially the midsize and full-size trucks.
Great "The things I don't like"-section. I laughed really hard 🤣
I bought this same vehicle w/o the sunroof for only 25K, it's been great. I use it as a daily driver and it rides smooth and quiet with a peppy motor. I have had no issues and all the electronics work perfectly with no glitches like I have experienced with more expensive brands. He failed to mentiom some features such as heated steering wheel and 18 in wheels with continental tires. Also it's nice to see the amps and water temp gauges which many cars don't show you. All the buttons are where they should be for real easy use which is great, no searching and trying to figure out things. I took many trips with this vehicle and had no back pain and was completely comfortable cruising at 70mph and it still wanted to go faster. I got 42mpg on one trip without using ac which is fantastic. The vehicle has a HD back up camera that's better than other more expensive vehicles that I have owned and the display and graphics are sharp with no sun glare. I enjoy driving it more than my other cars, it's very practical and looks great. As far as longevity goes I'm not worried because I normally don't keep my cars more than 3 yrs. but i believe if you change the oil properly at the dealer you wont' have any worries. I have no regrets buying this Chevy and for only 25K how can I complain.
Just purchased mine, and I'm happy with this purchase. I've had all types of makes and brands. All have been good to me because I have also been good to them. If you take care of your vehicles and don't abuse them, longevity is never a problem. And just to add, I've kept all a very long time.
Yea both of you commenting should’ve went with Mazda lol , has all those features plus more for the same price and more room , it’s a Chevy we all know how it ends and that’s with unexpected repairs that are outside of warranty 😂
Get a 2025 Toyota Camry 55 to 60mpg and will last you at least 500,000 miles.
@@dumbdee4Time will tell as the Hybrid system is the issue. For sure the hybrid battery will need replacing once for sure if not more.
@@kennordsfan1494 what are you talking about "time will tell." Toyota has been making hybrids for a decade the batteries are very reliable.
Thank you! This was an excellent review!
My dad got this car and love a lot. I test drove myself and love way it drive.
Trax - on the road - very nice to look at (from the back) - very good stance, wonderful ground clearance. No AWD was a great choice to lower immediate and long terms costs and thus boost owner satisfaction, and you get better mpg most likely. I think you see that in the very proven and reliable 6 speed they went with over CVT (which you know the bean counters were stomping their feet on). People often misunderstand - I'm in snow most of winter - I will take ground clearance to save "oh get me out of this" over more tires spinning almost always.
It’s still a piece of junk lol I’ll take a Mazda over this
@@cormaro13 If you watched the video it was noted that the cost and value of what you get for your buck is very good; it you have the money there are lot of other options Mazda - go for it, why even comment - Lexus is better than Mazda na na.
@@GlennLaycock let’s see how much that cost and value add up when it’s out of warranty lol
Lexus alright , took a Toyota crown over a nx model
@@cormaro13 Crown is another conversation - depends on the model, but I liked it, and the SUV version is expected to be outstanding. I would suggest at 3 times the price - you are not comparing apples to apples.
I think this a great cheap lease car. If you just need a second car to drop off kids to daycare and just go grocery shoppinh then this car will just do fine. I was actually impressed when i first looked at it on the street. Didnt look cheap at all. That price point is crazy at current market.
Enjoyed your review and quick mechanics evaluation of the Trax. I'm a 74 year old and had my first accident in a Corvair when the right rear wheel and axel came off the vehicle during a left turn. I drove and worked on my grandfather's '65 chevelle and am also familiar with the Vega (and its inherent problems). As an old-timer I can't help but be Leary of the Trax only having three cylinders...especially on a vehicle that may be used off road where it can get wet or muddy. I've never been one to put much faith in turbos because from my experience they don't last, and I keep my vehicles usually a minimum of 20 years on average. Good review with great insights, thank you!
The volume control and track selection for the infotainment screen are mounted behind the steering wheel within finger reach while driving, so no need to reach the knob unless you're hitting the power button. The hangup button on the wheel alsos acts as a mute button when not in a phone call.
I have a base model 2024 LS with 85,000 miles on it. Not a single hiccup. Best car I’ve ever purchased for under $22,000. In my opinion, I’ve already gotten my moneys worth.
God damn how you get that many miles on it?
@@barrerasnomas2058 Uber/Lyft/grubhub/doordash/private transport/out of state transport/ etc…. 12,000 + miles per month. Crazy!!!!
85k in like 6 months???
@@PC-vq5ud Purchased, June 2023. It’s almost a year old.
"already got your money's worth" ?
$22k for a year's driving....to the moon 😮
It’s the modern day “throw away car” but it’s nicer than a Rio… maybe tied
Way better than Rio. Wtf. This is a ridiculous deal.
Yeah. Throw away 20K and pay thousands more for repairs as you go.
@@nn431xru1 these shitboxs will do 100k before they blow up, that’s not great but works just fine for a lot of people.
I’ve never seen too many cars that last forever.
great review and very informative, i did some research and thought thats a nice care for the money so i purchased a stearling gray one Rs edition in the begining of april, it just turned 1000 miles i dont due alot of driving anymore, but so far i love it, really good on fuel and comfortable, and all that you described, thank you for all the information i will be watching and i have subscribed :)
I got a Trax 1RS two months ago and I love it. I have the Fountain Blue exterior colour
AMD talking...Meanwhile im more focused in that beauty over there in the back... LANDCRUISER what a beauty
I have been waiting for a review of the engine.
Thank you car care nut! I love the mechanical aspect of cars, i choose engine and transmission before i even think of the interior 😂
Your reviews are the best i being you give mechanical detail i just love it!!!
You confirmed my doubts on numerous vehicles and i will never own a volvo because of you lol
Thank you and keep em comming!!!
Ghys from Montreal Canada
Great review thank you.
I bought the "new" Trax for my wife in November. We love it. What an amazing video by this man. I think he is great ! ! ! I'm going to forward the video to my mechanic.
You must not love your wife very much…. But, seriously, a RAV4 would have been a much better choice.
I'm 71YO, and was a loyal ford owner for the last 47 years. I still have my toy(a 2013 mustang GT 5.0), but because of the 1.5L coolant intrusion issue, I got rid of my 2019 ford escape. Too bad, because I really liked the car other than that issue that had already started. So I went to Chevy, they were great to talk to. I test drove a Trax, and looked at what they had coming in. I chose a 2rs in black. And the 6 speed auto TRANNY over the CVT is what really changed my mind. I've had it since June 16th, it has 13,000 miles on it, and I love it so far.
@@labourlawact7826 and he's probably thinking.....give me another 10 or 20K and I will.
@@labourlawact7826watch the video again.
Designed and built in Korea.
@@ZinFan16 so? most vehicals now a days are built there. also its essemebled in S korea but parts come from canada, usa, etc.
@@dragoon666 most cars are built in South Korea?
Don' t let Honda, Toyota, Ford Jeep, etc. know that
Yea you messed up lol , the 6 speed was trash back in the day already , now you have to worry about that small engine lol
Should’ve just went Mazda , could’ve gotten 6 speed , awd and 4 cylinder that will last ages longer lol
Excellent review! A trusted source.
I bought one, I really like it. Great crossover commuter alternative to a compact sedan.
Motor has been used in the Trailblazer since 2020 , seems to have a decent track record so far according the my Chevrolet tech friend.
I hope you are correct! We need a good domestic product.
@@markleggett3944 There are plenty of examples of good domestic products from a variety of manufacturers.
They’ve also been using the same engine in their Chinese models for about 6 years from what I hear
❤❤❤ regards from Athens Greece 😊
Excellent review. I do like the looks of it.
Very informative review. We need a lot more professional examination of new vehicles and someday, used vehicles. Thanks!
Bravo Chevrolet!!! Planning and work paid off. I hope this one sells!!
They didn’t design it. The Koreans did.
Love the videos! Please do the new traverse
I wanted one when I drove an LS. I REALLY wanted one when I drove an LT. There was the biggest difference to me. It’s a great car.
This is really a Daewoo product, GM bought them but I am sure the engineers are from Korea still.
Or somewhere out of this world 🌎
The “bow tie “ emblem is wallpaper quality
Daewoo hasn't been in business in over 25 years but okay
@@SF.Automotive Yes, GM bought them out so they would build small cars for them, and I am sure they're still using engineers from Korea, some of them may still be there, others maybe moved to Hyundai/Kia There is another Korean car company called Ssang Yong that does not sell their cars here.
@bradzimmerman3171 Wow, you need some counseling with your multiple crying b$&#ch comments all over this video. Don't like this car or GM, don't watch the video if it gets your underwear in a wad. Talk about "creepy" (from one of your other😢 comments)
I like the car. 😊
Thanks for this review. Best one out there. We'll be buying a Buick Envista in the fall as a third car for the family. Same vehicle underneath. When I drove it I was impressed. Also like that it doesn't have a CVT.
Love your videos can you do the new traverse next
I don't know. Wouldn't GM/Chevy be better off using something like a 2.0 liter non-turbo I4, instead of a teeny 1.2L turbo I3?
Because that’s all this vehicle needs.
Smaller lighter engine gets better mileage
If they were going to make it a wet belt timing system, that needs servicing, why not just use a chain, that never needs to be replaced???
Timing chains “that never need to be replaced” often do in fact need to be replaced and frequently earlier than you would typically service a belt. Many manufacturers get this wrong. I say if you’re going to use a belt, use a regular dry one. Why re-invent the wheel?
Timing chains for OHC engines are long and noisy, getting even more noisy as they wear and when they need replacing, will cost a lot more than changing a quiet, cheap timing belt.
@@petesmittbased on his description of what goes into replacing the timing belt. It could very well cost more then the vehicle is worth.
I wouldn’t exactly call it cheap.
@@dnegel9546 I'm referring to timing chains and timing belts in general; however, wet timing belts are an abomination .
It's the old strategy of keeping costs low and enticing more buyers, knowing that the design is questionable at best, and counting on selling more in the future because people like the other aspects of the vehicle. It's probably designed for people than lease cars every 3 years.
I have been waiting for this one for several weeks.
I was about to buy this. Now anymore. Thanks for your review.
Hmmm. The expensive of an oil- and coolant-cooled turbo on a car where they used the cheapest little parts they could find. What does that tell me? The engineers knew this turbo would turn the oil into molasses and die young. Looks like a 3,000 mile oil change interval all over again.
I believe these call for 7500 mile intervals. Time will tell, but if these engines use 1 quart of oil every 2K miles, then the car will have 1 quart of oil in it at that time. Almost no one checks under the hood anymore, assuming there is a way to check it. I'll take a larger, less efficient engine that will last and pay more for fuel. It's a lot cheaper than replacing a 6000. dollar engine at low mileage.
This confirms exactly what I told my cousin when he was looking to buy one. I said you’ll get 10 years and 150,000 miles out of it after that throw it away.
Okay, but arguably there will be so many that repairs and spares will be cheap for those that want to keep it longer. That being said, I prefer a cheap affordable nice car like this than the ecoboxes that only lasted 100,000 miles in the past. I mean, when was the last time you saw a dodge caliber on the road?
With the wet timing belt, 5 years and 75,000 would be a good point to get rid of it. Someone here mentioned that the oil bath on the rubber makes it deteriorate even with low mileage, the clock is ticking. Also conventional timing belts were always something people dreaded due to the cost, imagine 4x the cost on this thing. This car will get a bad reputation quickly, resale value will be a joke at 5 years old.
@@new2000carswap out the belt, I'm sure someone will put up a youtube tutorial for the DIY'ers
It won’t make 150,000 miles. No matter what you do, it won’t get past 50k
@@georgeburns7251source?
Thanks for the awesome review! Would you consider also reviewing the Buick Envista, which is the sister care of the Trax? Since Buick is considered a more “premium” brand, I’m wondering if some of the things that bugged you abouax might be different with the Envista.
Please do a review on the new Traverse. Thank you!! Very helpful!!
short answer: NO