Review and specifications
2022 Chevrolet Trax
This bite-sized crossover, essentially a stripped down Buick Encore, is an ambitiously-priced budget model. Available in front- or all-wheel drive, the Trax has a 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder and six-speed automatic, which didn't deliver performance or fuel economy. The cabin is narrow, cramped, and overall basic, with just a few niceties. Pronounced engine noise and stiff ride don't add to the experience. The Trax does feature the next-generation versions of OnStar and MyLink infotainment systems. Updates for 2022 include a boost in the engine's horsepower, now making 155 hp.
- Market value
- $14,925
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 6-speed
- Category
- Subcompact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2015
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,925
- Retail value range
- $13,600 - $16,175
- Original MSRP range
- $21,700 - $24,120
- Trade-in range
- $10,990 - $13,575
Ratings
- Road test score
- 55/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 24 MPG
- EPA highway
- 31 MPG
- EPA combined
- 27 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 34 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,545
- Cruising range
- 355 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.8 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 130 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 167 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 66 in
- Wheelbase
- 101 in
- Weight
- 3,255 lb
- Maximum load
- 945 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 6.5 in
- Front leg room
- 43 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 26 in
- Cargo volume
- 26 cu ft
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Chevrolet
<p>Once a purveyor of all things automotive, Chevrolet has shifted its focus toward SUVs and pickup trucks, with the supercar-like Corvette being a notable exception. It has been pioneering with electric vehicles, and it continues to introduce new EVs. Most models have roomy interiors, easy-to-use controls, and good array of standard safety and convenience technology. Several models, however, have poor visibility and lack steering agility. Many Chevrolets rate average or below average for reliability in CR’s rankings, resulting in few carrying our recommendation. The Suburban and Tahoe can keep three rows of passengers comfortable within their enormous cabins. The Silverado pickup truck competes with the best-selling Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 by balancing interior comfort with towing and cargo capability. With some exceptions, used Chevrolets can have reliability issues, but are often less expensive to maintain and repair than competitors.</p>
Vehicle ID: 22604 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: June 4, 2026
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