2022 Chevy Traverse the Perfect Convenient Family SUV

The new Chevy Traverse is here at West Chevy of Knoxville, and it has been in high demand! The refresh for the 2022 model includes revised styling and some great new safety features such as lane-keep assist, automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, and automatic high-beam headlamps. We also know that you’ll love the convenience of the available power liftgate, and three rows of comfortable seating. 

These features make the new Traverse the ideal family vehicle with familiar Bow-tie brand swagger, towing up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, and a drive mode selector allowing you to drive in any conditions. The LT Trim has captured the staff at Motorbiscuit.com’s attention, impressing them with the second-row captain’s chairs, power-adjustable driver’s seat, and fog lights and roof rails included. 

This is THE premier vehicle in the family-SUV market. Whether your mission is shuttling for the soccer team, commuting to work, or hitting the road for a long trip, the Traverse will always be a top contender. The V6 always impresses with its gritty power, and pairs perfectly with the smooth shifts courtesy of the nine-speed automatic transmission. 

With the standard second-row bench, there is seating for eight passengers, and the comfy twin captain’s seats in the second row make room for seven. The kids in the back will be able to spread out as well as be fully entertained, as new this year is an optional eight-inch digital display in the instrument cluster that works in conjunction with the standard central touchscreen display. The 2022 Traverse will also feature Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, with a twin-panel sunroof and brand-new rear power sunshade.

Now stretching out over 204 inches, the Traverse has 10 inches on the competing Toyota Highlander. You’ll be sailing in tech-supported glory with the full suite of active safety systems now standard and GM’s OnStar connected services with 4G LTE and in-vehicle Wi-Fi. As you move up to higher trims, you get to enjoy leather upholstery, the power liftgate, and a fully-upgraded audio experience. This year’s Traverse comes standard with front-wheel drive, with AWD optional. The Traverse High Country boasts the addition of a dual-clutch transfer system that can adjust the torque going to each individual rear wheel, which prevents dangerous slippage. 

2022 Chevy Traverse Entering Production Status During Q4

All of us at West Chevy of Knoxville have plenty to be thankful for during this month, as it brings awesome outdoor activities and the gorgeous fall colors that line the roads at the scenic Concord Park Trails and the Baker Creek Preserve right here in Knoxville. The 2022 Chevy Traverse entered production last week, and there's going to be tons to be thankful for! 

It features revised exterior styling with new LED headlamps and taillights and a reworked interior with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard Chevy Safety Assist Package brings automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, and following distance indicator to keep you safe and sound while running holiday errands! 

With its hefty standard V6, suite of active safety features, and seating for up to eight, the Traverse remains the best SUV choice! A 5,000-lb. towing rating is also a fantastic feature for hauling anything you need! The engine start/stop button can also now be disabled with one touch, and whether you have soccer team shuttling duty or a standard work commute, the Traverse is always dependable. 

Every model has three rows of seats, and all the infotainment functions are logical and simple to use. Also brand-new this year is an eight-inch digital display in the instrument cluster, and a new rear power sunshade, and an available twin-panel sunroof. There’s also a fully revised grille, updated front and rear fascias, and more aggressive LED headlight signatures. Every model includes multi-zone automatic climate control, powerful V6 engine, and USB ports in all three rows, as well as GM’s OnStar connected service providing in-vehicle Wi-Fi and 4G LTE. 

Another added benefit is the Rear Camera Mirror that enables the rearview mirror to handily project a completely unobstructed view live from a camera. Adaptive Cruise Control is also available on the LT level trims and above! Growing families that need more and more space, comfortable seats, real captain’s chairs, and independently controlled AC in each row will be ecstatic, and the characteristically big engine always delivers. One satisfied reviewer with a verified purchase claimed they “just didn’t want to be a van person” and loved towing a small camper during the dog days of summer! 

Consumer's Key to Insight: In-Depth Comparison of The 2020 Chevy Traverse & The 2020 Dodge Durango

As your decision to purchase a new vehicle becomes a reality and it is time to make the final choice, it always makes sense to compare two similar models. Everyone here at West Chevy of Knoxville loves to provide support for the brand we have worked so hard to build up, yet we know that you need to be able to properly size our models up to the competition. The staff at Kelley Blue Book were getting into “comparison” mode this week themselves and took on the task of seeing how the 2020 Chevy Traverse stacked up against the 2020 Dodge Durango.

 

These two represent two different ends of the SUV offering spectrum: One of them offers up a modern platform powered by a V6, and the other has a bit more of a rugged chassis with the option to move up to a V8. What the KBB team had the most praise for regarding the Traverse was that it had excellent styling inside and out, had more than ample cargo space, very comfortable seating in all three rows for up to eight, and the handling was great were a vehicle its size. What they didn't like was the lack of features on lower trims and that safety features are only available as options: we do take these things into consideration and will note them as our future development teams go to work.

What was appreciated within just a few minutes of a test drive of our rival in the form of the Dodge Durango was the full-size capability in a midsize SUV, two V8 engine options, and a towing ability that is truly the king of the segment. One trait where the Traverse won over the Durango was maneuverability: within 15 minutes, the KBB crew deemed that the maneuverability of the Durango was not nearly as precise and competent as what the Traverse offers. The engine on the Traverse is a very quick V6 that cranks out 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, and the recommendation given here is to move up to the LS trim to get the features you want.

A favorite in the feature department is the rear-view camera mirror inside: you gain very easy access to a live video feed precisely 180-degrees behind the vehicle. If raw power is right up your alley, you would have a great appreciation for the two V8 engines the Durango offers on top of the standard V6. The tow rating of 8,600 lbs is higher, but keep in mind that you are dealing with a gigantic lurch of a vehicle with 8.1 inches of ground clearance. Both the Traverse and Durango don't have driver assists as standard, as some consumers are very adamant about seeing extras such as these on the lower trim levels, or without a forced add-on expense.

2022 Chevy Traverse Hailed by J.D. Powers for Second-Row Comfort, Advanced Safety Options

Here at West Chevy of Memphis, we are already busy doling out the details regarding 2022 models, and we couldn't be more excited to roll into the future with such well-equipped and feature-rich options! The J.D. Powers blog ran a super cool feature this week about the changes in the brand-new model, and it includes styling updates, revised seating choices, more standard safety systems, and improved infotainment technology. 2022 Traverse owners are sure to be happy with the updates made to the Chevy Infotainment System 3, and this is also the vehicle that made such an impressive showing in the 2019 J.D. Power U.S. Tech Experience Study.

There will not be any changes to the trim lineup, which currently includes the L, LS, LT, Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country. The first features the blog covers are in the front, where the 2022 Traverse sees a handsome new grille with chrome horizontal slates, slimmer headlights with a new LED running light signature, and much larger lower fog light housings. In back, there are brand-new LED taillights with a restyled trim piece between them that achieves a fresh appearance, and brand-new striking aluminum wheel designs.

There are all-new interior seating options with new color combinations to choose from, as well as exposed stitching, new piping, and contrast-color inserts for the higher trim levels. Make sure you snag up a version of the Traverse that has the Dual SkyScape sunroof, adding an easy way for second-row passengers to fully enjoy the view. The Traverse Is definitely one of the roomiest SUVs in its class, with cargo volume measuring 23 cubic feet behind the third-row seat, 57.8 cubic feet behind the second-row seat, and 98.2 cubic feet with both rear rows of seats down.

Some of the optional features are the absolute best: leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and a heated steering wheel are great at prepping the 2022 Traverse for any kind of weather you may encounter. By using the SUV's connected services subscription, owners can opt for 4G LTE Wi-Fi onboard, and you'll also get to enjoy features like a video-fed rearview mirror and high-def surround-view camera system. Previously, buyers needed to upgrade to LT Cloth trim to access safety technologies like forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking, and it was at that time an option rather than standard.

Now for 2022, every Traverse will feature standard forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, and automatic high-beam headlights. If you select the Premier or High Country trims, you’ll even have a vibrating seat to get your attention when any of the active ADAS systems trigger a warning. There is a completely embedded navigation system and Bose premium sound system available for the 2022 model as well, and the Chevrolet Connected Access subscription through OnStar provides crucial features such as crisis assist, automatic crash notification, fast access to roadside assistance, a vehicle locator function, and more!

The Official Vehicle for Families Everywhere: New Ad Highlights Chevy's High-Level Practicality

The summer months are now officially here at West Chevy of Knoxville, and this is the time of year when many happily pile their families into the car and have tons of fun outings to relax and catch up with each other. All of us on staff here fully believe that Chevy is the #1 choice on the market for growing families, and the crossover body category does fulfill the requirements of happily hauling your loved ones around while assuring that they are riding in full comfort. This past week on the GM Authority blog, there was a “Family Reunion” video that highlighted the many great features of our favorite family-ready trio in the business: the 2019 Chevy Trax, 2019 Equinox, and 2019 Traverse.

The benefits of a hatch with plenty of room for all of your cargo, a high-riding stance with a prime driving position, and ample space for passenger comfort are all great features of the crossover category. This is a segment that has really grown fast in popularity among families during the past few years, and the video begins with the host asking which of these three vehicles provide the most value for their particular family. The 2019 Chevy Trax is for the subcompact segment, the Equinox is the compact, and the Traverse as the fullest-size 7-seater.

The ad draws to a close with an incentive offer for the 2019 Equinox, which makes concessions for current owners of a non-Chevy vehicle to get 14 percent below MSRP on most Equinox models. This is an excellent way of attracting those who have developed loyalty to other brands to check out the many first-rate benefits of Chevy ownership for your favorite family!

The 2019 Chevy Trax is fitting for families on the go for many reasons: it provides chair-height seats and very easy access, as well as rear seat accommodations that have been consistently ranked by the savviest in the business as commendable. This is a very secure and easily maneuverable crossover that was created to provide the ultimate in comfort, best extended warranty option in the business, and is insanely fun and peppy to drive. Ask us here at West Chevy about the LT Package, upping the intensity with 16-inch aluminum wheels, halogen projector headlamps, and chrome beltline moldings.

The Chevy Equinox has the solid-base 1.5-liter engine as well as available turbo 2.0 – liter that we guarantee you'll love either of, providing a very taut and firm yet controlled ride. This is a powerful and fun compact SUV that seats up to five and is the rawest form of competition on the market up against the Honda CRV, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape, and Jeep Cherokee. Exciting new features new for this year were front pedestrian braking and adaptive cruise control, and both available 360-degree camera system as well as standard backup camera, with 4 USB ports as standard.

The 2019 Chevy Traverse is hailed by many reviewers and experts for a trait that all families will love: an ultra-smooth ride no matter what the circumstances! This is definitely the vehicle for you if you love having many extended-stay visitors, or the blessing of growth in the family lately: it sports 3 rows and seats up to 8. Available in front or all-wheel drive, it's the premium-size SUV with urban style cues that also boasts a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. Make sure you investigate the extreme benefits of the upgrade to the LT Premium Package on this vehicle as well: you then obtain the 360-degree camera system, 20-inch aluminum wheels, a rear camera mirror, navigation, high-quality Bose stereo, and household-style power outlet. While figuring out which of the three will best suit your active family's needs, check out the video here, and we will see you on the lot soon for a test drive of the absolute in family best!

2018 Chevy Traverse Update on Stock, Prices, and Trim: Biggest is The Baddest

With summer changing to fall in the very near future, many parents at home are thinking about finding recreation options for the kids during a few last weeks of warm weather and no school. There is no shortage of great parks in Knoxville, and you can pile the entire crew into a vehicle like the Traverse for a trip in no time. Anchor Park in Farragut has lots of great shade, a beautiful lake, swings, and well-equipped modern playground. There's also an awesome sandbox, and everyone in your group will love the thrill when a train goes by the premises.

Founders Park at the Campbell Station has abundant shade, and perfect trails for walking along a creek that runs through the park, adding to the scenery and Instagram-able factor. This is one of the coolest places in Knoxville for a picnic, and take some family photos to enjoy throughout the rest of the year. If it seems like the plentiful heat from the summer is just not ready to ease up yet, you can use an able and trusty vehicle like the new Traverse to take the gang to McFee Park, with its ultra-fun splash pad. The water and the fun playground layout with lots of slides and climbing make for an outing that they will undoubtedly be tugging on your sleeve to do again.

The official announcement came from the top of the Chevy ranks last week that the pricing for the newly-revamped Traverse begins at $30,875, and eager customers can visit Chevy.com/Traverse to configure, check additional price specs, as well as the bold new look that polishes off the high-performance specs SUV customers demand. There are more trim choices available this year: L, LS, LT, and Premier, with the addition of the sporty RS, and top-of-the-line High Country level. You'll also want to hurry down and feast your eyes on the way the Traverse looks with the Redline package: featuring a blacked-out appearance and standout red accents.

When you are in the act of carting everyone around for some late summer fun, you're going to greatly appreciate the Enhanced Smart Slide seat: it provides easy access to the third row, even when the forward-facing child seat is empty. USB charging is present in all three rows for all of your mobile devices, and Teen Driver Technology Is on board to assure that the younger drivers in the household abide, learn, perfect their driving, and stay consistently safe. Rear Vision Camera is one of the most-appreciated features in brand new vehicles: many children end up lingering in driveways to play and congregate, and you want a good view of the area you are backing into.

Bigger is absolutely better if you have a large family or a penchant for the outdoorsy: the mass cargo volume in the Traverse in 98.2 cubic feet, and the hidden underfloor cargo storage is 3.2 cubic feet. The center console is the size of what would usually be found in trucks, and there are 23 storage spots throughout for everyone to amply store carry-on. If anyone in your troupe needs a snooze break, the active noise cancellation feature will become entirely useful, and the Traverse even has a humidity sensor feature. It detects unwanted moisture, and diverts the sultry air to the windshield zone, immediately preventing the fogging factor.

The Chevrolet My Link infotainment system does a stellar job of constantly keeping everyone on board connected, and one of the coolest features ever is the my Chevrolet mobile app: it provides numerous ways to monitor your vehicle remotely, and check important diagnostics. While you're on the lot with us in Knoxville checking out all of the ways that the Traverse can make your busy life easier, you'll want to take note of the Surround Vision Cameras: they provide a bird's eye view of the vehicle, and will help make reverse, parking, and trailer duties a great deal easier.

Chevrolet Announces Redline Special-Edition

Chevrolet has just announced it will be rolling out the Redline special-edition later this year. The Redline special-edition trim will be offered on nine Chevrolet vehicles. Get excited Knoxville Chevy drivers because this will be one of the largest cross-brand special edition ever offered by Chevrolet. 

“Redline is another example of Chevrolet bringing SEMA concepts to showrooms,” said Brian Sweeney, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet, in a statement. The SEMA show has proven to be a great way to identify customization trends in the industry, and quickly apply those trends to our most popular Chevrolet models.

The Redline special-edition trim will feature black wheels with red hash marks and blacked-out nameplates, and Chevy logos and grilles. The redline edition will be available on the Silverado double cab LT Z71 and crew cab LTZ Z71, Cruze LT (both sedan and hatchback), Malibu LT, Camaro LT/SS (coupe and convertible), Trax LT, Equinox LT, Traverse Premier, and Colorado LT. 

Chevrolet is expected to release this special edition later this year. Until then stop by West Chevrolet in Knoxville, TN to shop our entire inventory!

Tired Of Mainstream? Chevy’s Special Edition SUVs Won’t Disappoint

After the takeoff of the 2016 Trax Midnight Edition, Chevrolet has decided to expand these special-edition features to two other well-known SUVs in their lineup. On sale now, the 2017 Equinox is available in two editions- Midnight and Summit White Sport. The 2017 Traverse is available in Graphite Edition. 

Senior director of automotive industry insights at Kelly Blue Book stated “Special Editions give consumers an opportunity to buy something outside of the mainstream trim designation. This lets them spend a little more for a unique model, one that often provides a higher resale value when it’s time to sell or trade the vehicle for their next purchase.” 

The Midnight and Summit White Editions of the Equinox will be available on the LT model. They will each feature an all-black grille with black Chevrolet bowties, black mirror caps, 18-inch black aluminum wheels, and jet-black perforated leather-appointed seats with memory seating. Rack crossbars have been added to the roof. 

The Traverse is offered on the 2LT model and has features such as Mosaic Black Metallic, Siren Red Tintcoat and Iridescent Pearl Tricoat exterior colors. It will sit on 20-inch Dark Charcoal wheels and also feature the all-black Chevrolet bowties. The Traverse will have a dual exhaust and integrated assist step, making it easier to get in and out of the vehicle. 

To check out one of these awesome special-edition vehicles for yourself, come visit us at West Chevrolet in Knoxville, TN today!