2021 Chevrolet Traverse RS 4x4
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- Photo: 2023 Chevrolet Traverse RS in Iridescent Pearl Tricoat, front left, 2024-09-30 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse RS 4x4 is a 310-hp 3.6-liter with a hydra-matic 9t65 9-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $46,100 MSRP.
It makes 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque.
The Traverse measures 204.3 inches long on a 120.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,362 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $46,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $47,295 |
| Destination Charge | $1,195 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L DOHC V-6 with direct injection |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), 4 valves per cylinder, continuous variable valve timing (VVT) |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.0 x 85.8 |
| Injection Type | Direct, high-pressure fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Hydra-Matic 9T65 9-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.69 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.31 |
| 3rd Gear | 3.01 |
| 4th Gear | 2.44 |
| 5th Gear | 1.92 |
| 6th Gear | 1.44 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.75 |
| 9th Gear | 0.62 |
| Reverse | 2.96 |
| Final Drive | 3.49 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut independent with hydraulic control arm ride bushing and hollow stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent with auxiliary spring aids and hollow stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.64 in / 321 mm vented; Duralife rotors, low-drag calipers |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.40 in / 315 mm vented; Duralife rotors, low-drag calipers |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 in. aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 20 in. aluminum |
| Tires Front | P255/55R20 all-season |
| Tires Rear | P255/55R20 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 204.3 in |
| Width | 78.6 in |
| Height | 70.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in |
| Front Track | 67.3 in |
| Rear Track | 67 in |
| Cargo Volume | 23 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,362 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 62.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 62.2 in |
| Hip Room Front | 58.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.0 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2021 Chevrolet Traverse SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Chevrolet TRAVERSE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 31, 2022 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.
Consequence: Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the harness connector to the roof rail air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212352140.
NHTSA campaign 22V210000
Oct 18, 2021 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with Power In-floor Ramp conversion. The screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the screw and clip, and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA campaign 21V817000
Jun 24, 2021 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:FRONTAL IMPACT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave vehicles. During service by dealers, certain vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software that may affect frontal airbag deployment.
Consequence: Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N212340220.
NHTSA campaign 21V472000
92 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Chevrolet TRAVERSE
Owner Complaints
92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Chevrolet TRAVERSE (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Power Train | 16 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.