2023 Chevy Traverse Recommended By Consumer Reports
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Serving as the sixth model year of the current-generation full-size crossover, the 2023 Chevy Traverse introduces just a few updates over the refreshed 2022 model. Now, Consumer Reports has given the 2023 Chevy Traverse a “recommended” rating.
This “recommended” rating is the result of a few different scores:
- Road test rating – 90/100
- Owner satisfaction rating – 3/5
- Predicated reliability rating – 3/5
These three sections result in an overall score of 78 points out of a maximum 100.
In the performance section, CR gave the Chevy Traverse a 5/5 for braking, a 4/5 for acceleration transmission, and a 3/5 for emergency handling. CR noted that the crossover’s engine feels smooth, and the transmission shifts effortlessly, resulting in an unstressed powertrain.
When it comes to Owner Satisfaction, owners rank the driving experience as 85/100, comfort with 84/100, and value at 55/100.
In regards to reliability, the Traverse was given a score of 47/100. When compared to other vehicles in its class, this places the Traverse towards the bottom half, beating out the likes of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L and Ford Explorer with scores of 26/100 and 16/100, respectively. Sitting atop the rankings is the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, with 87/100.
Overall, Chevy performed well in CR’s latest rankings. In addition to the Traverse, four other 2023 model-year Chevys received a recommended rating, including the Chevy C8 Corvette, Chevy Blazer, Chevy Trailblazer, and Chevy Equinox.
As a reminder, the 2023 Chevy Traverse features the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 LFY gasoline engine, rated at 310 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque, mated to the GM nine-speed automatic transmission. Riding on the long-wheelbase variant of the GM C1 platform, production takes place at the GM Lansing Delta Township plant in Michigan.
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My daughter has 2016 with about 100k miles. It’s been a great machine with very few concerns. I wouldn’t hesitate buying one.
I am wondering why chevrolet has stopped putting the 3.6 v6 in the Colorado truck.
Because they are using a far superior engine. The 2.7 puts out the same HP, tons more low end torque that is much appreciated in a truck along with better mpg. Considering it was designed and tested in heavier trucks to last 100’s of thousand of miles it will have strong reliability under its belt too.
3.6 L V6……Much more pleasant and less stressed than an Inline 4 Cyl. in most any vehicle !
Eh probably can’t agree with that on either front. For sure the pleasant part as having a but load of torque down low is much more enjoyable to drive daily than an NA motor that needs to rev to make power. Driving power trains like that back to back the turbo torque is far superior, I can only imagine how much better it will be in these heavy CUV’s. The 2.7 seems to be a great fit for them.
As far as stressed, engines can be designed and over built to handle higher power levels. The 2.7 should have zero problems going a few hundred thousand miles. The block is built like a diesel. While yes the old adage that larger engines are less stressed, it really only shows its head a high power levels, these daily drivers around 300hp either one will go just fine a few hundred thousand miles in more cases.
This will be the 10th and final year for 3.6L engine production. It’s retiring in the fall. A 2.7L turbo will be available for for the mid-size trucks, but no idea what will be available for all the SUV’s.
Seeing as C.R. knows squat it’s anybody’s guess. Not a ringing endorsement anyway.
Yeah they had egg on their face when they predicted the 3rd gen Toyota Tacoma would be very reliable. Then it ended up being the least reliable midsize truck for 3 or 4 years in a row. Subaru has had terrible head gasket, oil burning issues, and valve problems for years but it isn’t reflected in their ratings.
Hmm…. I guess the 2.7L 4 cyl is just fabulous for EVERY application out there! Car, Truck or SUV 🙂 Took a screenshot with the date so i can look back in 2-3 years at recalls for failing turbo’s, worn out variable camshafts and failing intakes for carbon build up from the direct injection system. We shall wait and see, while I am not buying one 🙂
Why not put a rain sensor wiper? wondering..