2021 Chevrolet Traverse Refresh Caught In Spy Shots
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The first-gen Chevrolet Traverse hit production in 2008 for the 2009 model year and lasted until the 2017 model year. The 2018 model year introduced the all-new, second generation model and the latest 2020 model year brought the discontinuation of the RS-exclusive turbocharged 2.0L LTG I-4, replaced by the naturally aspirated 3.6L LFY V6 offered in all other Traverse models. And now, we’re getting a sneak peek at the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh, or mid-cycle enhancement (MCE) in GM parlance, thanks to a new batch of spy shots.
While there’s no way of knowing whether the camouflaged prototype seen here is hiding any possible mechanical changes, we can tell that the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh will bring the design of the three-row full-size crossover more in line with the rest of the Bow Tie brand’s crossover offerings.
More specifically, the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh will change up the front and rear fascias to mimic the design seen with the latest Chevrolet Blazer, a model that will inspire the design of all future Chevy utilities. The first model to see the Blazer’s influence is upcoming Trailblazer that will arrive next year. And when Chevrolet drops the 2021 Equinox refresh, we expect that it will also follow the Blazer in terms of front and rear end design.
Back to the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh. Up front, we spy a two-tiered lighting setup that bears a striking resemblance to that of the new Chevy Blazer, with new, thin, upper LED lighting signatures, plus a pair of lower projector beams.
Unlike the circular fog lights found on the current Chevrolet Traverse, we think these new units will sit higher and provide the bulk of the vehicle’s illumination, just like on the Blazer.
Around back, the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh will offer new tail lamps, which will spice up the full-size crossover’s tail section with a more intricate inner tail lamp graphic.
As for the oily bits under the skin, it remains to be seen what’s offered with the upcoming facelift/refresh. That said, we won’t have to wait too long to find out, given the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse refresh should make its debut next year.
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Please don’t ruin one of Chevy’s best looking family cars.
The major difference between the appearance of the Chevrolet Traverse and the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer is the headlights; but you can make out what appears to be a row of LED bulbs which means the 2021 Chevy Traverse could feature a new design that shares some aesthetics of the Blazer.
2.7 turbo please!
The Blazer nose would look great here in the RST trim.
Hope they will offer a Diesel. We have a Diesel Equinox and love it as a daily, great fuel mileage.
How about interior? now it’s too old design. Chevy should watch other company’s interior trend including Hyundai and Kia.
Looked at traverse for the first time yesterday. Need an option to turn off the stop start feature. Need larger rearview mirror with a button to turn on and off the rear view mirror camera. Also, the side mirrors need to be larger. Current one limit ability to see side traffic. ALSO, increase front seats by 2 inches. Seat widths have gotten smaller over time.
Hmm… I don’t know. The current Traverse look is very confident, and accessible. It’s appropriate for its size and vehicle type. Adding the pretense of the Blazer’s sport is not a good idea. That doesn’t mean it can’t turn out okay, but it’s not a good baseline. Here’s hoping they get pictures out before the 2020 ordering year is over. If I want this style more than the other, I want to have time to make a choice.
The 2020 version looks a lot better then the spy Traverse, I would like to see more space in between the captain seat and the very last sat of seat.