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The 2025 Chevrolet Trax enters its second year after its major 2024 overhaul and continues to impress. With a base price of $21,495, this crossover offers great value. It provides a pleasant driving experience, essential tech features, and ample utility. The Trax is a strong contender in the subcompact SUV category.
Despite its modest three-cylinder engine, the Trax delivers sufficient torque for everyday driving. The six-speed automatic transmission ensures smooth acceleration, avoiding the drawbacks of a CVT. While the ride quality is adequate, the Trax handles corners well.
The stylish cabin of the Trax features standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. It offers enough space for passengers and cargo while delivering good fuel efficiency. Although the interior materials are not premium, they are acceptable considering the price point.
Interior & Technology | Passenger & Cargo Space | Performance & Fuel Economy
What it’s like to drive | Pricing & Trim Levels | Crash Ratings & Safety Features
What’s new for 2025?
The 2025 Trax now offers Flex Fuel capability for its 1.2-liter turbocharged engine. Additionally, new exterior color options are available. The overall design remains unchanged from the previous model year.
What are the Trax interior and in-car technology like?
The Trax interior features a visually appealing design, although the materials used are mostly hard plastic and rubbery surfaces. The cabin is functional, offering ample storage space and convenient features like wireless charging. The infotainment system is user-friendly and includes standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
How spacious is the Trax?
The Trax offers generous interior space, with a roomy back seat that can accommodate adults comfortably. Despite its compact size, the Trax provides ample headroom and legroom in both rows. However, the cargo area may not be as practical as some competitors in its class.
What are the Trax fuel economy and performance specifications?
The Trax is equipped with a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine producing 137 horsepower. It delivers respectable fuel economy ratings of 28 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. The addition of Flex Fuel capability for 2025 provides more fuel options for drivers.
Trax Activ (green) and Trax 2RS (red)
What is the driving experience like in the Trax?
Despite its modest power figures, the Trax offers a satisfying driving experience. The engine provides adequate torque for city and highway driving, while the six-speed automatic transmission is responsive. The steering is precise, and the suspension strikes a good balance between sportiness and comfort.
FAQ
Is all-wheel drive available in the 2025 Trax?
No, all-wheel drive is not an option for the Trax in 2025.
What are the safety features included in the Trax?
The Trax comes standard with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. Additionally, the Driver Confidence Package adds blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and rear parking sensors.
What is the pricing and trim levels for the 2025 Trax?
The 2025 Trax starts at $21,495, and it is available in different trim levels with varying levels of equipment and styling options. The prices for each trim level are as follows:
LS: $21,495
1RS: $23,395
LT: $23,595
2RS: $25,395
Activ: $25,395
All prices include the $1,095 destination charge, and all-wheel drive is not offered.
What are the safety ratings and driver assistance features of the Trax?
The Trax comes with a suite of safety features including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. Additional driver assistance features are available in the Driver Confidence Package. Crash test ratings for the 2025 Trax were not available at the time of writing.
