Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small SUV
Production years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Chevrolet pulled back from the European market, but it didn't leave empty-handed; it took the Gamma II platform, also used for the mundane Sonic and the European Opel Mokka.
When the SUV and crossover market exploded, General Motors already had a huge experience in those fields on all continents. Thus, it just made sense to provide something for everybody. In Europe, it made the Opel Mokka, which was translated in the U.S. as Chevrolet Trax, or Holden Trax for the Australian market.
Despite its lilliputian size, especially when compared with the Chevy Tahoe, the Trax was a breath of fresh air for the carmaker. It provided the vehicle mostly for in-city usage, and it was highly appreciated by those who needed to have a higher seating position than in a Sonic, for instance. Even though it shared its platform with the Aveo, the small crossover had a positive attitude, with a bold front fascia that sported the bow-tie badge on the one-slat grille. The front bumper featured side-scoops for the foglamps, and the headlights were swept back above the fenders. From its sides, the car sported an ascending line that was emphasized by the rear, enlarged quarter-panels.
Inside, there was hardly room for rear passengers. Still, those were fine for children. The problem was not for the headroom but for the legroom. At the front, on the other hand, two occupants could relax on the bucket seats, and there was a tall center console between them. Moreover, that was connected with the center stack, which supported the infotainment display. But the low-quality materials confirmed the budget-segment status of the car.
Under the hood, GM installed a choice of two gasoline engines for the U.S market, while other countries were spoiled with an additional 1.7-liter turbodiesel. In addition, some versions were sold with all-wheel drive systems.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L Turbo AWD 6MT (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1364 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 6000 RPM 140 HP @ 6000 RPM 138 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 1850-4200 RPM 201 Nm @ 1850-4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.7 gallons (51.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated disc, 300mm |
Rear: | Solid disc, 268mm |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.2 in (4247 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 65.9 in (1674 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.6 in (1,539/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.6 in (2555 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3042 lbs (1380 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4145 lbs (1880 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L FWD 5MT (116 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1598 cm3 |
Power: | 85 KW @ 6000 RPM 116 HP @ 6000 RPM 114 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 114 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 155 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.7 gallons (51.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 108 mph (174 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated disc, 300mm |
Rear: | Solid disc, 268mm |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.2 in (4247 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 65.9 in (1674 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.6 in (1,539/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.6 in (2555 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.356 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2837 lbs (1287 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3948 lbs (1791 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 153 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.7D AWD 6MT (130 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1686 cm3 |
Power: | 96 KW @ 4000 RPM 131 HP @ 4000 RPM 129 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2000-2500 RPM 300 Nm @ 2000-2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.7 gallons (51.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 117 mph (188 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated disc, 300mm |
Rear: | Solid disc, 268mm |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.2 in (4247 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 65.9 in (1674 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.6 in (1,539/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.6 in (2555 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3150 lbs (1429 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4262 lbs (1933 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 129 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.7D FWD 6AT (130 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1686 cm3 |
Power: | 96 KW @ 4000 RPM 131 HP @ 4000 RPM 129 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2000-2500 RPM 300 Nm @ 2000-2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.7 gallons (51.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 113 mph (182 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated disc, 300mm |
Rear: | Solid disc, 268mm |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.2 in (4247 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 65.9 in (1674 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.6 in (1,539/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.6 in (2555 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3058 lbs (1387 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4169 lbs (1891 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 139 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.7D FWD 6MT (130 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1686 cm3 |
Power: | 96 KW @ 4000 RPM 131 HP @ 4000 RPM 129 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 2000-2500 RPM 300 Nm @ 2000-2500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 13.7 gallons (51.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116 mph (187 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated disc, 300mm |
Rear: | Solid disc, 268mm |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/70 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 167.2 in (4247 mm) |
Width: | 69.9 in (1775 mm) |
Height: | 65.9 in (1674 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60.6 in (1,539/1,539 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.6 in (2555 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.2 in (157 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 12.9 cuFT (365 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3051 lbs (1384 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4162 lbs (1888 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 58.8 mpg US (4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 52.3 mpg US (4.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 119 g/km |