2022 Chevy Trax

　　

2022 Chevrolet Trax Review

byReese CountsVehicle Test Editor

　　Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at zzdcar in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.

　　The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is an extra-small crossover SUV that's the smallest — but not the most affordable vehicle — in Chevrolet's lineup. The price advantage goes to the Chevrolet Trailblazer, which is also an extra-small SUV. It's also a lot newer and, well, better.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Chevrolet Trax LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$139/mo  for Trax LS

　　Trax LS

　　LS 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A) - $21,400 MSRPLS 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A) - $22,020 MSRPLT 4dr SUV (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A) - $23,200 MSRPLT 4dr SUV AWD (1.4L 4cyl Turbo 6A) (Most Popular) - $23,820 MSRP

　　vs

　　$167/mo

　　Avg. Compact SUV

　　The Trax came out for the 2015 model year and hasn't gotten a full redesign since. This year's Trax does get an upgraded engine that makes 155 horsepower, which is a bit more than last year's 138 hp. Unfortunately, 155 hp still isn't a whole lot, even by the standards of this pint-sized class, and the Trax also suffers from a choppy ride and a lack of cargo space. Overall, we think you'll be better off with the Trailblazer or other solid picks such as the Hyundai Kona, Kia Soul or Mazda CX-30.

　　

Which Trax does zzdcar recommend?

The LS trim offers a reasonable number of features, but we suggest stepping up to the LT trim with the Driver Confidence and LT Convenience packages, both of which are only available on the Trax LT.

　　

Chevrolet Trax models

The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is available in just two trim levels: LS and LT. For 2022, every Trax is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine (155 horsepower, 177 lb-ft). It's paired to a six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Selecting the all-wheel-drive system — optional for both trims — also replaces the rear drum brakes with disc brakes.

　　LS

　　Starts you off with:

　　16-inch alloy wheels 60/40-split folding rear seat 7-inch infotainment touchscreen Satellite radio Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility Wi-Fi hotspot capability Six-speaker sound system The only real option package for the Trax LS is the Tint and Cruise package, which adds:

　　Tinted rear windows Cruise control LT

　　Includes the LS's standard features and adds:

　　Tint and Cruise package Upgraded seating surfaces Upgraded headlights LED running lights Roof rails Heated outside mirrors Cargo cover Optional features for the LT include:

　　Convenience package Keyless ignition and entry Leather-wrapped steering wheel Power-adjustable driver's seat Driver Confidence package Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking) Premium Seat package Faux leather upholstery with heated front seats Midnight Edition, Sport Edition and Redline Edition packages 18-inch black wheels and black-painted exterior trim pieces

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