There is something I don’t understand about the car industry . Are they aware that most people who want midsize suv have family and mostly young kids ?????? And if anything would rather have bench seats in all the trims ???? To easily access their kids ….. like captain is mostly for teenagers to adults but majority of buyers of such cars have younger kids and are looking for cars with more seats without having to loose on which trim they can choose. I just don’t get it.
I have 2 kids and I dont want a bench seat at all. I hate them. I always want to move the chairs around and go in through the middle. Bench seats to me look cheap and remind me of vans, which if you're buying an SUV, you're avoiding the van.
I fell in love with the traverse 2-3 years ago. Just told my husband I will accept nothing but the 2024!!! 😊 Thanks for the review! PS I told him the car mom said it’s a MUST 😂
I love the redesign, but from the research I have done, it seems as though on the RS the only interior option is the black with red. I won't buy a car with a black interior. Chevy needs to have at least another option.
I’m really glad they listened to you regarding the head rest. The whole vehicle looks incredible and the new power train is a interesting match! I can’t wait to see how reliable it is. That Z71 version though…. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Right? We have an old 2001 Suburban and it doesn't have a middle position headrest in the 3rd row :-( It's time to replace that old 12 mpg beast with maybe one of these.
It's stunning and full of features, making me confused about which one to prefer, this or the Toyota Grand Highlander... It would be perfect if they would fit a cooler in that huge arm rest and way to go GM for finally realizing that the middle passenger too needs a head rest 👌🏼👍🏻
Same here. Was sold on the GH until I saw this vehicle! Waiting to see what small feature upgrades Honda does with the Pilot too. They missed on some things for the 23’ redesign. This Traverse was not even on my list to buy, but now tied with the Grand Highlander
My opinion on the exterior? I really hate it. I also see that GM still fails to properly design the rear signals (turn signals should *not* be combined with the brake lights and should be amber). I also don't like the dash. Much prefer a real gauge cluster. Also prefer mechanical controls in the radio/climate panel. Additionally, a turbocharged engine, especially an inline four in such a large vehicle, is a hard pass for me. Heated steering wheel's a nice touch, though! Cargo area's also quite nice!
The only thing that I am disappointed it does not have is the sunshades! As a mom and current Telluride driver this is one of my favorite features hands down. I just love how they look and they are so functional. Other than that they did an excellent job!
Yes, it looks much better inside & out, but it still has GM’s iffy long term quality & reliability. I’d buy a new Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander or Subaru Ascent. 😁
That is BEAUTIFUL!!!! What a gorgeous redesign!! And it has ALL👏THE👏THINGS👏😍 They’re definitely listening to you with that middle head restraint! Love it!!
Great review, and great new vehicle - from Chevy no less?! I need one of these 3-row unibody vehicles and am waiting for the Grand Highlander to show up in the reviewer's fleet. Also on the list is 2023 Pilot Elite. And now maybe this! Love to see you go over the highs and lows of each of these at some point down the road. Thank you.
I’m waiting on the 2024 Pilot. This Traverse was not even on my list to buy, but now tied with the Grand Highlander. Chevy did a great job, but hopefully has sunshades for the 2nd row!
@@simple610 Agreed, the lack of 2nd-row sunshades in the Traverse is an odd omission. And I really dislike the weird obstruction in the window behind the C pillar. It's unique, but unique BAD in my book :-)
Seems like GM/Chevy is letting a lot of folks have access to review and promote these 2 new 2024 traverse's. I've watched others and they are decent but I def appreciated your showing more in depth on how much space someone might have in each row with you being super tall... Also my wife and I have an infant so we can appreciate your showing that a rear facing baby seat fits and using the baby seat to show how much space there is in each area for comparison.... good stuff! Pretty sure we are gonna get this when it comes out in 2024 to add to our fleet of vehicles.
I’ve watched this video a million times just so I can look at the new traverse again. My current lease is up in March and all I want is a new 2024 traverse! Or a Tahoe but wow the traverse is a strong competitor
I would love to see you do a review on the middle to lower trim levels. Since those trims are what most customers would purchase. This model looks like Chevy watches your videos. Lol. Everything looks perfect. Car seat tilt on BOTH sides?! And middle headrests 🙌🏼 perfect
The only thing i don’t like is that wedge over the 3rd row windows. I think it’s an eye sore and creates a blind spot and then the people in the 3rd row can’t see outside. Otherwise I love the new redesign. I hope they change the wedge on next years model
This redesign is SO. GOOD. I really feel like they listened to you and that’s refreshing! Do I have a crush on a Chevy?? Never thought the day would come.
If they don’t price this out of the stratosphere I’m getting one! Finally the best looking out of the midsize SUV’s. But I’m gonna get the Z71 off road boy! I can’t wait 😜
As a dad always looking for the next great family vehicle to haul my crew around this redesign has moved the Traverse back to the top of my list. And I love the genuine passion you display in your videos. It sets you apart from so many other reviewers. Keep up the great work!
@mattnorman5241 I've owned a Hyundai Accent, which was a piece of crap that needed a new transmission at 80,000 miles. I've owned a Mazda 3, which made it to 106,000 before I needed to upgrade to something bigger. I have a Chevy Malibu with 186,000 miles that has needed oil changes and the A/C compressor needed to be changed. GM is just fine. You are a weird dude.
@@mattnorman5241 I'm at 285,000 miles on my 2004 Silverado with the original engine and transmission. Held up a lot better than my Honda with half the miles.
Pleasantly surprised by the all the space and amenities. The only thing this vehicle is missing is amber turn signals on the rear. Great review Kelly. Keep them coming.
Yes, been waiting for larger mid size. I loved my Yukon but too big now that my kids are driving on own. Still want smaller road trip car. Does it take premium gas?
@@NWI_Steel lack of decent cup holders in the front, very small outdated infotainment screen, lack of third row middle head rest, lack of tech/safety features like the seatbelt alarm. The 2024 has amazing and much needed upgrades
Kelly, you sure you didn't partner with Chevy to design this??? I was sold on the Grand Highlander... Why did you have to blow my mind?! #FindNewRoads💥😳🤣
This was on my shortlist to buy in 2024…until I found out they replaced the V6 with a turbo 4 cylinder. Now I’m out. GM took two beautiful redesigned SUVs in the Traverse and Acadia and ruined them by powering them with tiny engines.
Idon’tseewhyyouhavetotalkasiftherearenospacesinbetweenthewordsyouuse. Christ, take a breath please. Your videos would be awesome if I didn’t have to play them at half speed!!
@@djplonghead5403we don’t really know either of those because these things have yet to be used or repaired 😂 It’s GM though so they’ll either be terrible or bulletproof, we will see
I have to say that the button in the back of the second-row seats seems like a disaster waiting to happen. I’m imagining a slightly older child, 8-10 years old pushing that button with one of my smaller children in a car seat still in the second-row seat, sending said child flying forward… I hope the button doesn’t work when the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, it seems like a big problem.
Nice replacement for the old generation, I wish manufacturers would stick with traditional drivers cluster and loose the giant screens, anything more than an 8” screen is annoying none of them dim down enough at night. At least they have physical controls for climate and have gotten rid of the tablet sticking out of the dash look
I have a question about the tilt access for the 3rd row....if you are using the seatbelt in the ratcheting feature to secure your car seat, how would that 3rd assist work?
Looks nice but looks is only panel deep. I bet another 4 cyl turbo engine that won't last. Electronic Dash tach and speedometer instraments sensors that will burn out.
I like everything but that weird rear window on the sides, I wish it would’ve been aligned all the way to the front. Maybe it doesn’t looks as bad in a black Traverse
Having to buckle a seat belt to be able to drive is the dumbest thing ive ever seen….right up there with the engine shutting off when you stop at a red light
I’m thinking 50k or 60k really hope it falls at 45k like the new 2023 RS but I highly doubt it just by how much the mark ups are on the telluride and palisade .
That third row center head rest is sus!! I’ve been looking at the Traverse all over Auto Trader and none of the trim levels have it in real life! I guess GM just wants to show RU-vidrs a fake one so they won’t bash them, and will keep promoting whip lash in real life 😢
Firstly: your channel is amazing. I could care less about engine specs. Does the water bottle fit? Does a car seat fit? That’s what matters in real life. Was thinking of an Atlas next but VW electronic issues have driven me crazy in 4 cars… was thinking maybe Tahoe but didn’t wanna deal with gas and parking… maybe this is the answer 🤔
Looks great, I'm loving the usable cargo space behind 3rd row, the angled and huge infotainment is awesome, and being able to move the second row forward when sitting in the 3rd row is a nice touch. Not a fan of the turbo 4 (but snazzy exhaust), gloss infotainment due to glare, lack of door storage, and rear quarter window/panel design, though.
Sorry if this is a dumb question. When my kids in third row need to get out, I see the second row seat with car seats move out. The babies in car seats are still secure and not tilted forward? I’m asking bc I drop off big kids but have babies too staying behind with me.
