The Chevrolet Trax has constantly been a very strong performer for the Bow Tie brand and for parent firm, General Motors Company. In fact, the Bow Tie brand’s subcompact crossover has consistently placed in the top three spots of its segment from a sales volume standpoint, despite being one of the oldest models in the space. GM is now introducing the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer that will not replace, but rather complement, the Trax. And for that very reason, the 2020 Chevrolet Trax gets only a few rather minor changes. So, here’s what’s new for the 2021 Trax.
Exterior
Starting with the exterior, the 2021 Chevrolet Trax deletes three colors:
- Storm Blue Metallic
- Sandy Ridge Metallic
- Dark Copper Metallic
Storm Blue Metallic
Sandy Ridge Metallic
Dark Copper Metallic
In addition, three previously-existing colors get new color codes:
- Satin Steel Metallic changed from GYM to G9K
- Mosaic Black Metallic changed from GB8 to GB0
- Pacific Blue Metallic changed from G6O to GUM
No other changes are made to the exterior, with the overall design and styling carrying over from the 2019 Trax.
Interior
Inside, the 2020 Chevrolet Trax deletes the removable rigid cargo security cover from the standard equipment list on the base LS model. As such, the cargo cover is now standard only on the LT and Premier models of the subcompact crossover.
The rest of the cabin remains identical to that of the last model year.
Beyond 2020
As mentioned above, the introduction of the all-new Chevrolet Traiblazer does not mean that the Trax will be discontinued – at least not for the 2020 or 2021 model years. However, it’s currently unclear what will happen to the Trax after that time. For the time being, the Trax is alive and well, complete with the handful of (very) minor changes for the 2021 model year.
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Comments
I’m overjoyed that GM is keeping it’s oldest and most mediocre underpowered frumpmobile and discontinuing it’s best cars. How this thing still sells so well defies logic and just goes to show how much of a fad/fashion decision vehicle buying has turned into these days. They keep the same underwhelming basic interior design with one useless armrest tacked on to the driver’s seat, tiny useless storage in the center, cheap interior, ancient underpowered engine that gets less MPG than many newer larger designs from Honda and Toyota and now are cutting more and more exterior colors and yet the dumb sheep continue to lineup. Unreal!
Actually, it stacks up quite well against other similar sized subcompacts in both interior quality and build. Apparently you have never read comparisons or seen the Japanese brand models you have mentioned.
Yeah a turbocharged engine when all the competitors have thirsty, high revving naturally aspirated engines.
That’s not true. The Korean brands Kia and Hyundai have turbo’s as well as Japanese brand Mazda. Not sure about Nissan though.
Oh I forgot, the Italian brand Fiat 500X subcompact and American brand Ford EcoSport have turbo’s and 3-cylinders at that!
My only grip with the Trax an it’s sister vehicle the Buick Encore is that it’s not recommended to tow a trailer with them at all, I only need to tow about 1,000 pounds. Chevy/Buick … give us a clear and direct answer, the dealer skirts the issue … can the Trax tow 1,000 pounds without any damage to the vehicle? I promise, only 1,000 pounds would be the max.
I did a lot of research before towing with my 2018 ls awd 1.4 turbo. My trailer weighs in at 325 lbs empty ( 4′ x 6′ ). and I comfortably tow a riding lawnmower with it. Below is an article I found on it.
Under the hood of the 2018 Chevy Trax is a 1.4L Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder engine that delivers 138 horsepower, 148 lb-ft of torque, and a 2,805-pound maximum towing rating in standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is an available option for the 2018 Trax and when the 1.4L Turbo engine works with AWD it can tow up to 3,208 pounds. All three trim levels also have the option of being equipped with the Cargo Package which adds a cargo mat and cargo net to the rear storage area. The rear cargo area of the 2018 Chevy Trax also can be equipped with an available Cargo Area Organizer as well as a Cargo Area Tray to keep all of your stored items safe and sound along the drive.
Trax. No way No How
There are several worse offerings than the Trax in the subcompact category. The Trax is better than the sub Toyota and Fiat according to review for example.
I absolutely love my Trax. I lease it and do not drive more than 450 miles per month…all locally. It gets me where I need to go in style and ease. It is great for people like me who is i n the senior category of life. Only fill up less than once a month.
Next year when my lease is up I will definitely get another Trax.
great job…..Chevrolet
I have a dashboard cover that reads………………..Char’s On Trax