- One of America’s most affordable vehicles gets less affordable with the discontinuation of the base LS trim.
- The 2027 Chevy Trax will be available in Spring 2027.
- Updates for the 2027 model year include an aesthetic refresh and updated safety tech.
The Chevrolet Trax remains one of the most affordable SUVs in America for 2027, but shoppers looking for a bargain may notice a significant jump in the model’s entry price. Chevrolet announced that pricing for the refreshed 2027 Trax starts at $25,495, including destination charges. The lineup receives updated styling, larger screens, additional standard safety technology, and a simplified trim structure. Chevrolet says the redesigned Trax will arrive in Spring 2027.
A New Starting Price
For the 2026 model year, the Chevy Trax has the second-lowest starting price of any new car in the U.S., beginning at $23,495, including destination charges. The only cheaper car for 2026 is the Hyundai Venue, which is notably smaller than the Trax. The subcompact Chevy SUV loses that second-place distinction with its 2027 refresh because the LS, which used to be the cheapest trim level, is no longer available.
A New Base Model
For 2027, Chevrolet dropped the entry-level LS trim entirely. The LT becomes the new base model, and it’s priced at $25,495. Chevrolet’s consumer website lists just three trim levels for 2027: LT, RS, and Activ. The RS and Activ trims share the same starting price of $28,295; the RS is the sporty option, while the Activ offers a more rugged aesthetic.
Shoppers comparing the least expensive 2027 Trax with the least expensive 2026 model will see a $2,000 increase due to the elimination of the LS for the new model year.
Same Destination Fee
The pricing figures in this article include the $1,795 destination fee, which remains unchanged for the 2027 model year. This is a mandatory fee that applies to all new cars, so we incorporate it in our pricing figures to give a more realistic idea of what you’ll really pay at the dealer.
Back on Trax
Beyond the pricing shuffle, the 2027 Trax gains a larger 11.3-inch center touchscreen and an 11-inch digital driver information display as standard equipment. It also comes with more than 20 standard safety and driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic braking, front and rear park assist, and blind-zone steering assist.
Chevrolet also introduces new exterior colors, including Lagoon, Sunrise Orange, and Pacific Blue Metallic, while giving the subcompact SUV updated front-end styling.
