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2014 Chevrolet Traverse review

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Chevrolet Traverse highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Supple ride
  • Eight-passenger seating
  • Loads of cargo room

Cons

  • Cumbersome size
  • Finicky infotainment system
  • Small audio and climate controls

Mileage (EPA estimate)

16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined

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A capable family mover

Experience spacious family travel with the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. With seating for up to eight passengers and ample cargo space, this SUV is great for long road trips or daily commutes. Its powerful V6 engine delivers strong performance, and the available all-wheel drive ensures confident handling in various road conditions. Enjoy peace of mind with standard features like traction and stability control, a rearview camera, and rear parking sensors. With its comfortable ride and versatile interior, the 2014 Traverse is the ideal choice for families on the go.

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What is new for the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse?

  • Traverse trims have been upgraded with Lane Departure Warning and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.

5 reasons to buy the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse

1. Robust performance 

The 2014 Chevrolet Traverse’s 3.6L V6 provides excellent power, whether pulling your trailer or carpooling kids to baseball practice. LS and LT trims have 281 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque, while the LTZ trim features twin exhaust outlets that increase output to 288 hp and 270 lb-ft. The engine pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission with standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive if you want an SUV that can navigate slick conditions. With AWD, the 2014 Traverse can fly from zero to 60 mph in less than 8.1 seconds, making it very light on its feet for a large crossover SUV. With an estimated towing capacity of 5,200 lbs when properly equipped, the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse can haul your boat or camper on summer adventures. 

2. Ride comfort 

The 2014 Chevrolet Traverse offers a smooth, confident, and quiet highway ride, ensuring a serene driving experience for you and your passengers. Whether cruising on the open road or navigating city streets, this spacious SUV instills confidence with its planted feel around turns, providing stability and control. Maneuvering in tight spaces is effortless thanks to its responsive steering and agile handling. Plus, with ample room for passengers and cargo, the Traverse makes every journey pleasurable. 

3. Spacious interior 

The 2014 Chevrolet Traverse offers ample space for eight passengers and cargo, ensuring comfort and convenience for all occupants. Front-row passengers enjoy generous head- and legroom, with 40.4 inches and 41.3 inches, respectively, and the second-row sliding seats allow passengers to adjust their seating for added comfort. Even with all seats in place, the Traverse boasts impressive cargo capacity, accommodating up to 24.4 cu-ft of luggage. Folding down the rear seats expands cargo space to 70.3 cu-ft, and stowing the second row further increases capacity to a cavernous 116.3 cu-ft, making it ideal for family outings or hauling gear. 

4. Standard tech 

The 2014 Chevrolet Traverse has all the technology essentials for seamless travel. Standard features on the LS trim include Bluetooth® connectivity, a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, and a six-speaker audio system with a CD player, USB/auxiliary inputs, satellite radio, and HD radio. Additionally, dual USB charge-only ports are conveniently located on the rear of the center console. Opting for the 1LT trim and higher adds further convenience with standard remote ignition and the MyLink infotainment interface, featuring voice control, Bluetooth audio connectivity, and smartphone radio app integration. 

5. Abundant driver aids 

Elevate your driving experience with a host of standard driver aids in the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse, ensuring smoother and more confident travels. Benefit from traction and stability control, alongside the added peace of mind provided by a rearview camera, automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, and stolen-vehicle assistance. Rear parking sensors come standard on all trims, except the base LS, while the LTZ trim further enhances awareness with a blind spot and rear cross-traffic monitoring system. Optional forward collision alert and lane-departure warning systems on the 2LT trim offer additional driving assistance tailored to your preferences.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

Based on customer reviews, the 2014 Chevrolet Traverse is a reliable family car. It is spacious enough for families or large groups and excellent on gas. The car looks great and also has many practical features.
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RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Traverse an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Traverse 22nd out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Chevrolet Traverse features and specs

LS 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Third Row Seat
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • Rear View Camera
  • Running Boards
  • Third Row Seat
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.6L

Horsepower

281

Torque (ft-lbs)

266

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

22

Wheelbase

118.9"

Overall length

203.7"

Width

78.5"

Height

69.9"

Leg room

F 41.3"/M 36.8"/R 33.2"

Head room

F 40.4"/M 39.4"/R 37.8"

Front tires

P245/70R17

Rear tires

P245/70R17

Seating capacity

8

Max towing capacity

780/5200 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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