Chevrolet Traverse FWD

20092026 · 20 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
20
Best
23

The Chevrolet Traverse FWD has been tested by the EPA across 20 different configurations spanning model years 2009 through 2026. Over this period, the Traverse FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,700202622MPG
2025
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,600202723MPG
2024
2.5L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,600202723MPG
2023
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2022
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2021
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2020
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2019
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdPremium
$3,150202622MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,850182721MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdPremium
$3,150202622MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300152218MPG
2015
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
22
2025
23
2024
23
2023
21
2022
21
2021
21
2020
21
2019
22
2018
22
2017
18
2016
18
2015
19
2014
19
2013
19
2012
19
2011
19
2010
19
2009
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Traverse FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Traverse FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Traverse (2009-2012 only. For 2013 on see model 423.), Chevrolet Traverse (2013 on. For 2009-2012 see model 024.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,200
Total Deaths
449

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.4%
Speeding Involved
11.3%
DUI Involved
10.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

75%
Front
13%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes203
Fatalities
79
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2022
Fatal Crashes180
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2021
Fatal Crashes170
Fatalities
70
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2020
Fatal Crashes117
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2019
Fatal Crashes125
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2018
Fatal Crashes101
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2017
Fatal Crashes104
Fatalities
49
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2016
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2015
Fatal Crashes72
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2014
Fatal Crashes43
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.44

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2023
2
2021
1
2020
7
2019
1
2018
1
2016
2
2015
2
2014
4
2013
1
2011
1
2010
1
2009
8
Critical
Moderate
Advisory