Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse

Turbocharged 2.5L Engine and Standard 5,000-lb Towing

Every Traverse is built around a turbocharged 2.5L engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering responsive power for merging, passing, and towing. The combination is engineered for confident performance and everyday smoothness, whether you are shuttling kids or loading up for a weekend away. With included trailering equipment, the Traverse features a standard 5,000-lb towing capacity, making it easy to bring along small campers, utility trailers, or a pair of personal watercraft. The powertrain’s broad torque curve helps the SUV feel relaxed around town and assured on the highway, while the transmission’s gearing supports both brisk acceleration and settled cruising. The result is capability you can rely on without sacrificing the quiet, comfortable ride families appreciate.

Super Cruise® Hands-Free Driver Assistance

Available Super Cruise® brings a new level of convenience to long drives. This hands-free driver assistance technology helps enable a more relaxed driving experience on more than 585,000 miles of compatible roads in the U.S. and Canada. When equipped, Traverse owners receive three years of Super Cruise®, plus Digital Services by OnStar®, which includes an in-vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot, in-vehicle apps, and Safety Services. Super Cruise® is part of the Enhanced Driving Package, standard on High Country and RS, and it integrates with the SUV’s driver information displays for clear, intuitive feedback. For families who spend serious time on the road, this feature can ease fatigue and add a premium level of convenience to road trips and daily commutes alike.

17.7-inch Diagonal Color Touch-Screen and Google Built-In

Technology is fundamental to the Traverse experience. Front and center is a standard 17.7-inch diagonal color touch-screen, one of the largest in the class, complemented by a standard 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center. Together, these displays provide crisp graphics, quick responses, and a layout that keeps essential info within easy reach. With Google built-in compatibility, you can use Google Assistant for hands-free help, Google Maps for native navigation, and Google Play for your favorite apps. Families will also appreciate available HD Surround Vision, which can help make parking lots and tight driveways feel stress-free. This suite streamlines daily driving by reducing taps and distractions while keeping you connected and informed in a way that feels natural.

Advanced Twin-Clutch AWD with Terrain Mode and Hill Descent Control

For drivers who venture beyond pavement, the Z71 model delivers capability and confidence. It adds an Advanced Twin-Clutch AWD System that actively distributes torque not just front to rear, but side to side across the rear axle to help optimize traction. Terrain Mode tailors throttle and transmission behavior for low-traction surfaces, while Hill Descent Control helps maintain a steady pace on steep, uneven descents. Frequency-based suspension dampers, an off-road suspension, skid plate, and 18-inch high-gloss Black machined-faced wheels with all-terrain tires round out the hardware. Whether it is a muddy trailhead or a rutted gravel lane to a campsite, Z71 turns the Traverse into a willing explorer while maintaining the comfort families expect.

Best-in-class 98 cu. ft. Max Cargo Volume and Flexible Seating

The Traverse interior is designed for real people and real gear. With up to eight seats available, you can configure the cabin with bench seats or captain’s chairs in the second row, and the roomy third-row 60/40 split bench expands flexibility. There is a best-in-class max cargo volume of 98 cu. ft. when you need to carry big loads, and the standard Smart Slide Seats make third-row access easy. The AutoSense Power Liftgate recognizes your presence for hands-free loading, which is especially convenient with arms full of sports bags or groceries. RS and High Country offer One-Touch Fold second-row seats and power-folding second- and third-row seating, streamlining the transition between people-hauling and cargo-carrying in seconds.