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2024 Chevy Traverse Z71: First Real-World Photos

With production currently slated to kick off in December 2023, the all-new 2024 Chevy Traverse heralds the arrival of the Bow Tie brand’s third-generation midsize crossover. Now, GM Authority spy photographers have captured a production-spec example of the 2024 Traverse configured in what appears to be the Z71 trim.

Front-three-quarter photo of 2024 Chevy Traverse.

Painted in the Summit White (color code GAZ) color, this 2024 Chevy Traverse Z71 is the first unit GM Authority has captured that isn’t fully or partially obscured by camouflage, as we saw a lightly wrapped Traverse LT undergoing testing back in July. As such, we can clearly spot the all the exterior styling changes that the official reveal of the third-gen Traverse displayed.

Up front, Chevy’s “High Brow” design language is on full display, with two tiers of lighting elements and a large grille and red tow hooks that help to contribute to the rugged look of the next-gen Traverse. To further emphasize that this is a Z71 unit, a skid plate can be seen underneath the front fascia.

It’s worth noting that this example doesn’t feature Z71 badges.

Out back, further all-new lighting elements are complimented by a blacked-out Chevy Bow Tie logo, while a quad exhaust tip setup can be seen poking out from the rear bumper. Notably, it appears as though the trim piece covering the tow hitch area has been removed.

Although it isn’t shown in these photos, the cabin of the third-gen Traverse is highlighted by a new 17.7-inch diagonal color infotainment touchscreen, which will be equipped as standard fare across the entire trim lineup. The new cockpit sports a redesigned steering wheel, as well as more interior space overall, improved ergonomics, new colorways, and higher-quality materials.

In the regard to new safety and technology features, every 2024 Traverse will be equipped with the Chevy Safety Assist package (RPO code PED), which includes the following (relevant RPO codes listed in parentheses):

Under the hood, the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 LFY gasoline engine will be supplanted by the turbocharged 2.5L I4 LK0 gasoline engine, rated at a GM-estimated 315 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. Output will be routed to the ground via the GM eight-speed automatic transmission. FWD will be standard, while AWD will be available as an option.

As for structure, the 2024 Traverse will ride on a revised version of the long-wheelbase variant of the GM C1 platform, which now incorporates various upgrades like the Global B digital architecture. Production will take place at the GM Lansing Delta Township plant in Michigan.

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  1. that rear panel flare into the window is the dumbest thing ever. disagree? go on photoshop it out and compare. glad you agree now.

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    1. They left a piece out…I cant get that out of my mind:)

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    2. You will probably change your mind when looking for your parked vehicle in a massive lot of look-a-likes.

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      1. This vehicle is an evolution, creating a fin is supposed to make Traverse unique while keeping the rest of the CUV in line with last third place generation.
        Chevy needed a revolution in design. Something to topple Explorer and Highlander. Even new Nox has more swag than this bland design that makes Telluride look good

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    3. I like it. I suppose you think anyone with a different opinion is dumb though.

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      1. Sit the 3rd row and have someone else drive you around for an hour. When done, come back here and tell us all how you like it.

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  2. It’s hideous and creates a massive, dangerous blind spot for the driver while restricting outward vision for rear passengers. Not only a stupid design but also ugly.

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    1. Set your mirrors right and you won’t have a blind spot. Also many come with blind spot monitors so it won’t be a issue.

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      1. I agree and do but unnecessarily reducing greenhouse visibility while making the design less attractive does not appear to be a wise choice by GM.

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        1. Sounds like you are sure it doesn’t add to the structure integrity because you’re an engineer on this vehicle. Most vehicles have thicker pillars these days. I do remember the days a rollover meant instant death too.

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          1. It might improve structural integrity if it helps support the roof, but having followed automotive design since the 1970s and worked in this industry since 1988, I highly doubt that’s the reason for the dorsal fin on the rear quarter panel.
            Happy to be proven wrong by a real GM designer/engineer!

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            1. I don’t know if it helps with structure or not, but I do know this vehicle could stand to lose about a thousand extra pounds added to this vehicle, unthankfully added on because greenies have dictated we have it. Then it would be far more agile and considerably more efficient. Even though GM was a dumbass and put the oversized turbo 4 into it.

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              1. 315 HP and roughly the same torque from a 2.5L I-4 to move a 5000lb SUV doesn’t seem overly large or overpowered.

                This engine doesn’t just need to produce a modest amount of power to be engaging and practical. It also needs to last 300,000+ miles or more with proper maintenance to maintain GM’s reliability in the passenger Truck/SUV market.

                An oversized engine would have been the 2.7L I4 found in the Silverado and similar sized vehicles. The 2.7L I4 replaced the naturally aspirated 4.3L V6. The 2.5L I4 was designed to replace the 3.6L NA V6.

                I’m betting there will be a smaller 2.3L or 2.2L I4 hybrid in the future with an even more interesting spice to it for those that want a hybrid or even an SS or GT variant.

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  3. I really hope that the Z71 is available with the Rear Camera Mirror and Adaptive Cruise Control.

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  4. If I do end up purchasing one of these atrocities in the future, hopefully I can ALSO purchase some paint and PAINT OVER WHAT THEY FORGOT TO PAINT! 🤮🤮🤮

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  5. It doesn’t look special, where’s the Z-71 badging?

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  6. As a follow up to my previous comment, I currently own a 2015 GMC Acadia – AND LOVE IT! Was looking to purchase a newer GMC Acadia or Chevy Traverse in the future when the PTB (Powers That Be) came to their senses and upsized the vehicles back to their “original” size, but what they have done to the 2024 Traverse will be a deal breaker for me. And yes, I guess I’m shallow and won’t be purchasing due to looks!

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    1. Everyone i know says it looks great and looking to get one. No its not for everyone but it doesn’t look homely and just a soccer mom vehicle now.

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  7. This does not look like the pre production photos we saw, i was really hoping to get the z71 but if this is what it look slike forget about it.

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    1. White is not the best color for this vehicle. Dark colors look much better.

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    2. The wheels just different then what you saw in other pictures, makes it look less rugged.

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  8. Are these actually an 8 speed or is that a misprint? The current vehicles are 9 speeds as are the current 4 cylinder Envisions.

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  9. I like the looks of the 2021 High Country, I have lot better than this one. I think Chevrolet made this ugly ass vehicle out there, I won’t be buying one. It looks like they forgot to connect the top to the rest of the body.

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  10. Wheel choice is horrible, taillights are horrible, shark fin…meh. Trying too hard to be something it isn’t. Should’ve just stuck with the Premier and other trims. And, I’ll never get used to the black, plastic cladding. Just paint it!

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  11. That ‘fin’ on the side looks a little weird…. A poor design in my opinion…. I have a feeling that the refreshed suburban will have a similar front end in 2025… and, if it does, I don’t like it compared to the present front of the suburban…. Sure hope the refreshed suburban doesn’t have that ‘fin’ on the side…. Ron

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    1. The fin on side is just a carry over from the Silverado EV. That’s Chevy new design direction and I like it. Sounds like everyone wants it to look like every other suv. Can’t wait to see baby Tahoe in person

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  12. Make it rear wheel drive, with a true transfer case 4wd and I’ll buy one.

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  13. I mean, the front end still looks likes a minivan in these photos, in the preproduction photos, it looked like a baby Tahoe, the hood seamed boxier with less slope, this one seems more bubbly. The marketing team sure knows how to shoot the angles, I really wish they were actually part of the design process.. this thing is UGGGLLLYY.

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  14. Got all excited about the Z71 on s traverse, and then I read 2.5L I4 on a people mover? I will break it. This is a stupid move. 🙁 at least leave the V6 NA. How disappointing… I’ll never replace my V6 traverse for a 4-banger. I would’ve loved to see a turbo diesel V6.

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    1. I agree, the engine in this case, does have overall more power , returns subpar fuel economy. Your buddy Biden has not only caused your fuel prices and everything else to go up, but signed a death certificate for all gas and diesel powered engines, because he is a damn fool. The same people that are forcing all these changes to say we are going green, are in reality, the ones responsible for most of pollution in this country or any other country.

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  15. I was going to order a 2024 Traverse but today I just learned that G.M. is replacing the 315 HP V6 with a small 4 cylinder turbo charged engine. What were they thinking? The Traverse is a heavy vehicle! The new engine may have the same power as the V6, but that will be at the expense of longevity. It will only be a matter of time before the 4 banger will require a rebuild due to the stress the turbo imposes on that little engine, —- to do the same job the unstressed V6 happily provides. I was always a G.M. man, but now I will be looking at the Palisade or Telluride as they still have the big 3.8-liter V6.

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