2026 Chevrolet Traverse | Specs, Features & Test Drive | Webb Chevy Oak Lawn
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse is Chevy’s three-row family SUV, and it fits Oak Lawn, Burbank and Palos Heights families who need room for seven or eight, real cargo space and 5,000 pounds of towing.
Quick Answer
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse starts at $40,800 MSRP and comes in four trims: LT, Z71, RS and High Country. Every Traverse uses a 328-hp 2.5L turbo four-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic, tows up to 5,000 pounds, and has a standard 17.7-inch touchscreen. It seats seven, or eight on the LT with the available bench.
Engine and Performance
Every 2026 Traverse uses a 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder making 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic. Front-wheel drive is standard on LT, RS and High Country, with AWD available for $2,000; the Z71 comes with AWD standard. EPA estimates are 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg with FWD and 21 combined with AWD. Properly equipped, the Traverse tows up to 5,000 pounds.
Interior, Seating, and Cargo
The Traverse seats seven as standard, or eight with the available second-row bench on the LT. Cargo space is 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 56.6 cubic feet behind the second row and about 98 cubic feet with both rear rows folded.
Technology Features
A 17.7-inch touchscreen and an 11-inch digital driver display are standard on every trim, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance is available.
Safety Technology
Every Traverse comes with Chevy Safety Assist, including Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator and IntelliBeam auto high beams.
Trim Levels at a Glance
LT ($40,800): the value pick with the 17.7-inch screen, 7- or 8-passenger seating and AWD available. Z71 ($48,900): standard twin-clutch AWD, off-road suspension, skid plate, Terrain Mode, Hill Descent Control and 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. RS ($55,400): 22-inch black wheels, blacked-out trim, red accents, a flat-bottom steering wheel and power-folding second and third rows. High Country ($55,100): the most upscale Traverse, with 22-inch wheels and premium interior finishes.
Why Webb Chevy Oak Lawn
Webb Chevy Oak Lawn has been family-owned at 9440 S Cicero Ave since 2000, minutes from I-294 and Midway Airport. Call (708) 423-9440 to check Traverse inventory or schedule a test drive.
Key Takeaways
- Four trims: LT, Z71, RS and High Country, from $40,800 MSRP.
- 328-hp 2.5L turbo and 8-speed automatic on every trim.
- Tows up to 5,000 pounds.
- Seats seven, or eight on the LT with the bench seat.
- 17.7-inch touchscreen standard.
- Up to about 98 cubic feet of cargo space.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the 2026 Traverse cost?
Starting MSRPs are $40,800 for the LT, $48,900 for the Z71 (AWD standard), $55,100 for the High Country and $55,400 for the RS. AWD adds $2,000 on LT, RS and High Country. Prices exclude destination, tax, title, license and dealer fees.
How many passengers does it seat?
Seven standard, or eight with the available second-row bench on the LT.
What is the towing capacity?
Up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.
What engine does the 2026 Traverse use?
A 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder with 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic.
Where can I test drive a Traverse near Oak Lawn?
At Webb Chevy Oak Lawn, 9440 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. Call (708) 423-9440.
