Finally a new vehicle that people can afford. Love the size, love the style, love the price, love the REAL transmission, love the MPG's. As far as power, I'm not a "lead foot" so for me, awesome. Chevy will sell all they can make. Great video and comedy Joe. Thank you.
It is amazing that it’s 2023 and somehow there’s still a ton of dullards who will buy a Chevy! Incredible… it’s like they have no father/mechanic/knowledgeable car friend…. Or… do an iota of research. It look good and cheaps so me buy!!!
@@datacipher your genius "mechanic friend" probably recommends a honda/toyota at $5,ooo higher msrp and then another $5,000 "market adjustment rate" to the price tag. Or hey, you could buy a cheaper Kia/Hyundia and have your windows smashed to try that USB ignition hack to steal it constantly. Kindly fuk off, tyvm
The styling has grown on me since it was unveiled. The black fender openings are a good style decision, and for the price it's not bad at all. I wonder about reliability, though.
One thing that is good. Across the board vehicle reliability has gotten so much better. The engineering is amazing and build quality is on another level from the early 2000s. There are some minor differences and other than maybe Ranger Rover and Fiat, most vehicles are pretty damn reliable.
@@razatiger22 mmmm… I disagree. It really takes very little in repairs to add up very very quickly. At which point - along with depreciation, you actually paid a lot more than you would with the boring Toyota or Honda.
@@datacipher or the ignorants like yourself who are here to whine and prattle on about their "chosen" brand. Did you put a ring on it too weirdo? You prolly put a wedding ring on the tail pipe of a some honda crv
Felt very teased at the end with the on throttle 😂 luckily I’ve already gotten a chance to drive it! Put in an order for the Activ trim in Cacti Green, thank you for being the first to bring this vehicle to my attention (as always)
@@candicerenn4783 I was in the same boat. I thought it drove pretty well, I personally didn’t think it had any problems accelerating or keeping at high speeds, take that with a grain of salt though because I’ve been driving a hybrid the past 2 years. The cargo room is pretty nice and you get plenty of legroom as the vid pointed out. If you can’t afford something bigger I definitely think this is the way to go.
Got my Chevy Trax Activ Trim last weekend in grey, sunroof with the additional driver safety package, for about 27k and its my first SUV, its the perfect size since im not a tall person and neither is my family, really enjoying everything about it, except the no arm rest in the middle in the back and no vents or power outlet in the back like the trailblazer, but imo looks way better then the blazer. took on huge mountains in California and cleared the speed test on the i5. so overall really happy about the car, took time to really find the right vehicle but i cant be more pleased about my purchase. 👍
The thing that I really love is the stand out color. You can be on the freaking moon 🌙 looking through broken glasses 👓 through a kaleidoscope, and STILL see this Trax on 🌎, mind blown.
I got my LT 3 weeks ago and I love it. Plenty of space, comfortable drive, and lots of safety features for the price. I’m not going to win any Fast and Furious drag races, but it has enough oomph for every day driving. I get lots of compliments on it. So far so good.
@@thegoober8797Did you get it? I'm curious what you think of it. My mom needs a new car and I'm thinking of either this or a Trailblazer since she really wants AWD.
I think this thing looks amazing, but a 1.2 three-cylinder turbocharged engine pulling over 4,000 lb sounds like an engine that's going to be working its guts out all the time! I think Chevy should offer a four-cylinder turbocharged alternative? Thanks again for keeping that 🔥 coming to his brother Joe!
A actually made tge mistake if buying my mom the EcoSport Suv with the Ford version. What a piece of crap. GDI bad, add turbo into the mix, even worse .
The trax is amazing for the price. A top trim level with modern tech in an suv for $25k is an insane value for 2023. My only issues with that trax are the tiny engine. I know it’s probably fine but 120hp 3 cylinder just isn’t a lot of power for a small suv and I worry about steep inclines. And what I just learned from your video is no 2nd row arm rest or fans… which is really disappointing to an almost perfect small budget vehicle. Regardless idk how many years my 2013 fusion has left 137k miles. If it kicks the bucket before I’m ready to buy a new car the chevy trax will def be in my future in the cacti green of course 😂
The power (137hp & 162tq) is fine due to being a tier 2 subcompact crossover. The Trax competes with the Venue, Soul, Kicks, Outlander Sport, Renegade (it's pricing is out of alignment and too close to Compass), and upcoming Envista.
I use to have a Toyota Tercel coupe I use to put like 10 people in that thing and go up steep hills like a a fast turtle I believe that engine was rated at like 98hp it can’t be worst than that 😅
As always, great product review Joe! I am wondering about GM's strategy with these small CUVs: Trax/TrailBlazer/Equinox/Blazer. Seems like two of those could go away. Also, the rear end style has a Subaru look--the taillights and tailgate lines are very similar to Outback or Crosstrek.
4,100 Lbs. with 137HP and a 3 Cylinder engine!? Man that turbo is going to be working 24/7 with no paid time off! That said, they're going to sell these like hotcakes between these and the new Buick 3-cylinders as well
I feel like that reported weight has to be wrong right? I checked the Chevy site and its not listed. If thats a real weight thats wild. EDIT: I see now the 4,100lbs listed is GVWR, I think meaning car and its payload. So it should be lighter by a good bit.
I love everything about the new Trax except the 3 cylinder engine. I just don’t like the idea of a 4 cycle engine with odd numbers of cylinders which requires a balance shaft and counter weights which eats up output and mileage to get them to run even remotely smooth. Im guessing thats the reason it only gets 28/32 mpg. If Chevy would offer an optional 4 cylinder, either the 1.4 or 1.5 id definitely consider it when my lease is up in November.
GM made huge improvements on the Trax and it should sell based on the price and redesign. However, if they wanted to hit a grand slam having all wheel drive and a motor that has a little more power would be ideal. I understand that they want to make this a basic vehicle however, why not give it just a little more power? or offer a AWD option with the additional power? I saw in another review about the new Trax that the all wheel drive would have been an additional 2k which seems worth it. The back seat should have a AC vent for the passengers in the back along with an arm rest that offers the cup holders. Maybe add an exhaust pipe or two to give it a little more aggressive look in the back. Lastly, the antenna on the roof has to go. It's to long, with the tech available they could have opted for a smaller antenna. If they can make these changes in the future I can see the Trax being one of GM's best sellers. I ran the numbers on the Trax Activ with all the bells and whistles and it came out to $26,960. I think if they made the modifications with the suggestions I mentioned I would guess the cost of the car would be around $30,000-32,000 which is still a great deal. The new Trax Activ is great! I think it will do well and will help a lot of people that are looking for a lower priced vehicle which at this point seems like everyone. Great job GM.
The Trax motor 1.2L 3cylinder Turbo has been in the Chevy Trailblazer since 2020 and no major issues, if you want AWD buy the Chevy Trailblazer. Winter tires is all you need for the Trax in the Winter folks.......
I love everything about this new Trax expect for the engine. 3-cylinder 137hp turbo and the car weighs 4000 lbs. That's a fairly lopsided ratio. Although it is cheap so I guess it's ok.
It is not 4000 lbs, that's the gross vehicle weight fully loaded with max cargo and passengers, curb weight is the weight of the vehicle. Sheesh we'd have 4000 pound Civics if that GVW was the way to measure weight.
The curb weight is just over 3,000. He misspoke. But you’re right , the 3 cylinder engine is a huge turnoff. I wish they had an optional 4 cylinder either the 1.5 175 hp or even the 1.4 153 hp would be sufficient.
@@jayson657 Same but then they would have to raise the price. They spent a lot of their money on tech and interior room which I like. Downside is something had to give and that's the engine.
@@JohnnyUkeOfficial yeah I mean I understand the base levels having the 3 cylinder to keep in that low price range but I’d gladly pay an additional $800-1000 more in the RS or Activ trim for a 4 cylinder engine. $25,995 would still be a great deal for this car if it had a better engine available. It may even get better mileage with an I4 than the unimpressive 28/32 mpg. I’m sure the balance shaft and counterweights they have to add to try make a 3 cylinder 4 stroke engine run smooth take away from the mileage and power output.
Love these! Love that GM took the gamble on putting the smaller 1.2L Turbo 3 engine in. Plus a tried and true 6 speed automatic and 9 seconds 0-60 is plenty fast for a subcompact CUV/SUV. Love the styling inside and out, wow and the price on these is soooo competitive! The top trim ACTIVE or 2RS comes in at $24,995.00 for total MSRP and that includes destination charge! Even if you load the top trim ACTIVE or 2RS up with all the options which are 2 packages the Driver Confidence Package at $650.00 (includes adaptive cruise control, rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert with blind zone alert) and the Sunroof Package at $895.00 (standard size sunroof and wireless charging) the total MSRP still is only $26,540.00!!! Thats impressive. Now some colors cost an additional $395.00 such as the Cayenne Orange, Nitro Yellow and Fountain Blue which I would go with the Nitro Yellow as it looks amazing. The unique looking Cacti Green color does not show an additional cost. So again a top trim with every option and even a color that cost the extra $395.00 you would still only be at $26,935.00 The bargain trim and sweet spot for most I bet will be the 1RS at $23,195.00 including destination and comes with remote start, wireless apple car play, 8 inch touchscreen, led head lights, heated seats, 18 inch alloys and more. Thats a deal. You can add the Driver Confidence Package to that trim for $250.00 (includes rear cross traffic alert and lane change alert with blind zone alert) and the Sunroof Package for $795.00 but on this trim does not include wireless charging and is just the Sunroof. So with all options added to the 1RS trim it would come to $24,240.00 or if you pick an additional cost color at $395.00 it would be $24,635.00 and that includes the destination charge. Another popular trim will be the LT at $23,395.00 and you get additional features over the 1RS such as push button start, 11 inch touchscreen and 8 inch digital gauge cluster, less sporty 17 inch alloy wheels, single zone digital climate control vs manual dials and more. If you add every option to the LT such as the LT Convenience Package at $595.00 (includes keyless open doors/handles, heated outside mirrors, leather wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel), Driver Confidence Package at $650.00 (includes adaptive cruise control, rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert with blind zone alert) and the Sunroof Package at $895.00 (includes standard sized sunroof and wireless charging) the cost comes to $25,535.00 and if you pic an additional cost color at $395.00 it then comes to $25,930.00 including destination. In my opinion if you do this with the LT and get every option you may as well just get the top trim ACTIVE OR 2RS with all options as it is only around $1,000.00 more but comes with alot more and looks better. I think this will sell like crazy and is a great looking vehicle with tons or room and features. Good job GM!
OK. #1 I LOVE THE COLOR! #2 I LOVE THE SCREEN! I am driving a 23 Buick GX right now, which I LOVE too (except for the color, which is Sapphire Blue--boring). The price is amazing for all that this has (wireless charging!!! heated steering wheel! heated driver seat! good passenger space in back....good cargo room. I noticed it also shows the direction you're traveling (my husband likes that). I want one. I gotta say, this is the first car review video that I actually LAUGHED OUT LOUD several times. Your comments about what kids do in cars, and thoughts on what snacks to pack into the various compartments were very funny (you don't look like you eat all that many twinkies). Kudos to the photog as well.
Thank you for working so hard Joe and thank you for the awesome camera work Steven. 😊 My setup would be blacked out or bronze. I checked the website and they don’t have accessories for the Chevy trax,who knows when they’ll will release accessories because the HRV,and Corolla cross have accessories. Feel free to let me know in the comments section if I’m right or wrong.😊
@@RaitisRidesyou’re the best RR,oh and did you hear about the Ram SRT10 giveaway from dream giveaway garage. It’s a single cab with a slick shifting 6 spd manual transmission. I can’t wait for the on throttle action packed review.
@@heathertowne7709 depends, I actually just closed out and drove my Trax home yesterday. It turns out the exact one I ordered was coming to the dealership earlier so they asked if I wanted that instead and I took it!
I'm laughing on the floor @Raiti's Rides the 1st Zonk took me out😂.Your right alot of auto makers are still using , especially Chevy. Keep making great informative fun content!!
Great review, great camera work. I like the semi details and the semi fun comments you give. I'm glad you do your reviews this style. Anyone can read a brochure. I think the vehicle looks like a lot of fun to drive and $25K! Wow!! I hope young people are attracted to it's fun and MPG!
🇺🇸 *LIKE this New Chevy Trax Activ* !! *LOVE the real knobs/buttons* !! *This SUV is OK* !! *Have several other SUV's that rank higher in my book* !! *Thank you for ALL of the FAB content Joe and Steven* !! #RaitisRides 🇺🇸
Honestly for what you get, thats really not a bad price. Chevy has been pretty good recently with all their designs and making everything look more modern for sure.
Is it just me or is that antenna much longer than the ones on the TrailBlazer? That thing is sure to snap off in a car wash. Wonder why they shark fin hash;t been used on these smaller SUV’s. 🤷🏻♂️. Love your videos Mr. Raiti. Educational and entertaining!
Have had it for a week. Love it, but doesn't accelerate quickly. I'm used to muscle cars, however. The tech is AMAZING! feels really light to drive. It's shocking I got this much car for the price.
0-60 in 8.6 seconds is slow, but right on par with...... Honda crv 8.7 Hyundai Tucson 9.3 Kia Sportage 9.3 Nissan Rogue 8.4 Subaru Forester 8.5 Toyota Rav4 8.2 Mazda CX5 Turbo 6.8 seconds
Don't worry Joe. I won't tell anyone you were driving a Chevy Trax. What are friends for? The good thing about this car is that you can drive it up to the Bronx, park the car, leave the key in the ignition and it won't be touched. :)
I see the Chevrolet Trax does not come with AWD. In Europe, many SUVs don’t have an AWD option, especially the B-SUVs, but some C-SUVs like the Citroen C5 Aircross do not come with AWD at all.
I watched the 2024 Chevy Trax Review video of it in the Philippines and the RS trim there has rear A/C vents where the space is under the C and A ports and their model also has a rear armrest with cupholders in them,but also comes with a motorized rear hatch that opens and closes by itself. I wonder if Chevy skimps on options for the American models since it's made in Korea. Great video and I still love this new Trax regardless.
Some quick advice-went to a chevy dealer in Palm bch county msrp was 25k, they marked it up to 38k!-we did not bend for all the unwanted & needless extras & walked-thanks to watching the YAA videos-invaluable tips..
No LED headlights. No deal, but it looks damn good. One positive is they didn't put a CVT in it. That 9 second 0 to 60 is probably with a 100 lb driver and 2 gallons of fuel in the tank. I can't wait for the 2 cylinder and 1 cylinder vehicles. 😂
Great review Joe. I have th 23 Trailblazer RS and all my lights are LED except the head lights an d interior dome lights. I do find it strange how Chevy does LEDs. This would have been a good choice if I didn't have the Trailblazer. It also having 3 cylinders has nor been to much of a problem for me.
Honestly it’s surprising how this suv grows on you, for chev and price point not bad at all. I like the kona N a lot more lol but that’s also my choice, a lot of ppl don’t need the power for a KN Or ford ST suv
