- New Traverse boasts front and rear exterior update
- LED lighting and safety features added to all trims
- Additional safety features added
- New interior seating options
- Pricing announced later, available this fall
- 2020 Traverse starts at $30,995 including delivery
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse, which goes on sale later this year, sports new front and rear-end styling, revised interior seating, LED lighting and six safety features standard on all models. The 3-row crossover SUV expands the number of models it offers with adaptive cruise control and rear-seat safety alert.
What changes on the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse?
The new look for the Traverse includes a redesigned front grille flanked by slender LED lighting elements. The front and rear fascia are redesigned with the turn signals integrated into daytime running lights. The rear taillamps are now also LED units.
The cabin updates extend to the seating, which includes new options for second- and third-row positions. Also available is a Dual SkyScape 2-panel sunroof with a new rear power shade. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is also a new feature. Chevrolet also adds an 8-inch drive information display to the instrument cluster.
Safety- and driver-assist availability expanded
On the current model, some driver-assist and safety features are limited to select models. On the 2021 Traverse, Chevrolet expands Adaptive Cruise Control to include it as an option on 3LT, RS and Premier models. A rear-seat safety alert system is now standard on Premier and High Country trim levels.
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse sees an expanded roster of standard safety systems including automatic emergency braking and front pedestrian braking on all models. Also included in the package are lane keep assist with lane departure warning, forward collision alert, automatic high beams, and a following distance indicator.
Traverse powertrain
The Traverse continues its current powertrain lineup. It offers a 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine and 9-speed transmission is standard. The Traverse comes with front-drive standard with all-wheel drive available.
Class of 2021: The New and Redesigned Cars, Trucks and SUVs
The lineup consists of five trim levels, LS, LT, RS, Premier and High Country trims. When equipped with a second-row bench seat, the Traverse accommodates up to eight passengers. Second-row captain’s chairs are standard on RS, Premier and High Country models for 7-passenger seating.
Availability and pricing
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse goes on sale later this year, with pricing announced closer to the on-sale date. Current pricing for the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse starts at $30,995 for the L, $34,095 for the LS, $36,595 for the LT and $44,795 for the RS. The top two models, the Premium and High Country, cost $46,995 and $52,095 respectively. All-wheel drive increases prices between $2,000 and $2,600 depending on the model. The base L is available in front-drive only. All prices include $1,195 delivery.
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