2027 Chevrolet Traverse AWD and Winter Driving | Webb Chevy Oak Lawn
2027 Chevrolet Traverse AWD and Winter Driving at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn in Oak Lawn, IL
Webb Chevy Oak Lawn | (708) 423-9440 | 9440 S. Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Quick answer: All-wheel drive on the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse is a $2,000 option on LT and RS and standard on the Z71, which adds a raised ride height. It costs 2 mpg highway, 20/24/21 versus 20/26/22. Webb Chevy Oak Lawn had 16 of 20 in-stock units in all-wheel drive on August 10, 2026.
Can you get all-wheel drive on a 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
Yes, on every trim. All-wheel drive is a $2,000 option on the LT and RS and comes standard on the Z71, which also rides higher.
That means there is no trim you have to buy just to get four driven wheels. A shopper at the $40,800 LT price point can have all-wheel drive for $42,800, and a shopper who wants it built in with a raised ride height starts at $49,100 with the Z71.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Drivetrain | What defines it |
|---|---|---|---|
| LT | $40,800 | Front-wheel drive standard; AWD is a $2,000 option | The volume trim and the least expensive way into a 328-horsepower Traverse. |
| RS | Ask Webb Chevy Oak Lawn for current RS pricing | Front-wheel drive standard; AWD is a $2,000 option | The third trim in the lineup; adds the One-Touch Fold automatic second row. |
| Z71 | $49,100 | All-wheel drive standard | Comes with a raised ride height and AWD built in rather than optioned. |
What does all-wheel drive cost in fuel economy?
2 mpg on the highway and 1 mpg combined. Front-wheel-drive Traverse models are EPA-estimated at 20 city, 26 highway and 22 combined, and the Z71 with all-wheel drive is estimated at 20 city, 24 highway and 21 combined.
City economy is identical at 20 mpg. For a driver whose week is short trips between Oak Lawn, Burbank and Chicago Ridge, that means the traction upgrade shows up on the fuel bill only when you take long highway runs.
| Specification | 2027 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 328 hp |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Maximum towing | Up to 5,000 lbs |
| EPA-estimated fuel economy (FWD) | 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined |
| EPA-estimated fuel economy (Z71 AWD) | 20 city / 24 highway / 21 combined |
| Maximum cargo volume | 98 cu. ft. (best in class) |
| Infotainment touchscreen | 17.7-inch, standard |
| Seating | 7-passenger standard, 8-passenger available |
| Standard safety and driver assistance features | Over 20 |
How does all-wheel drive actually help in a Cook County winter?
By getting power to whichever wheels still have grip when you start moving. The moments that matter here are short and specific.
Pulling out of an unplowed side street in Evergreen Park at 6:30 a.m. Merging onto I-294 on a ramp that iced before the salt trucks reached it. Backing out of a slushy retail lot along S. Cicero Ave with seven people aboard. All-wheel drive does not change stopping distance, so tires and following distance still govern the rest of the drive, but it changes whether you get moving at all.
What does the Z71’s raised ride height add?
Clearance where snow piles up. The Z71 is the one 2027 Traverse trim that combines standard all-wheel drive with a raised ride height.
The practical payoff is the ridge a plow leaves across the mouth of an alley in Burbank, or the rutted and refrozen surface of a side street in Palos Heights three days after a storm. Webb Chevy Oak Lawn had 7 Z71 AWD units in stock on August 10, 2026, out of 20 total 2027 Traverse units.
Which all-wheel-drive Traverse models are on the ground now?
Sixteen of twenty. As of August 10, 2026 the mix at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn was 9 LT AWD, 4 LT FWD and 7 Z71 AWD.
Before you drive over, one note: Webb Chevy Oak Lawn and Webb Chevy Plainfield share inventory, so a shopper may be directed to either store for a specific unit. Call (708) 423-9440 with a stock number and we will confirm which rooftop has it.
| Configuration | Units | Winter notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Traverse LT AWD | 9 | All-wheel drive added as the $2,000 option |
| 2027 Traverse Z71 AWD | 7 | All-wheel drive standard plus raised ride height |
| 2027 Traverse LT FWD | 4 | Front-wheel drive, EPA 20/26/22 |
| All-wheel-drive total | 16 of 20 | Reflects how Cook County shoppers order |
How does Traverse all-wheel drive compare with the 2026 Honda Pilot?
On the Chevrolet side the terms are simple and published: $2,000 on LT and RS, standard on Z71 with a raised ride height, and a 20/24/21 EPA estimate for the Z71 AWD against 20/26/22 front-wheel drive.
For the 2026 Honda Pilot, all-wheel drive is the line that decides capability. Both SUVs tow 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, but the Pilot only reaches that with all-wheel drive; a 2WD Pilot is rated at 3,500 pounds. Economy moves the other way by a hair. A 2WD Pilot is rated 19/27/22 and an all-wheel-drive Pilot 19/25/21, against 20/26/22 for a front-drive Traverse and 20/24/21 for the Z71 AWD. Each one gives up about 2 mpg on the highway for traction, and in Cook County that is a trade most drivers make.
| Point of comparison | 2027 Chevrolet Traverse (verified) | 2026 Honda Pilot (verified) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder, 328 hp and 326 lb-ft | 3.5L V6, 285 hp at 6,100 rpm and 262 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Maximum towing | Up to 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs with 2WD; 5,000 lbs with AWD |
| Maximum cargo volume | 98 cu. ft., best in class | 113.7 cu. ft. behind the first row; 60.1 cu. ft. behind the second row; 22.4 cu. ft. behind the third row |
| EPA-estimated fuel economy | 20/26/22 with front-wheel drive; 20/24/21 for the Z71 AWD | 19/27/22 with 2WD; 19/25/21 with AWD; 18/23/20 for the TrailSport |
| Seating | 7 standard, 8 available | 8 passengers |
| Starting MSRP | $40,800 for the LT | $42,195 for the Sport, before destination, tax, license, registration and accessories |
How to read this comparison: The Traverse leads on output by 43 horsepower and 64 lb-ft and opens about $1,395 lower on base MSRP. The Pilot leads on maximum cargo behind the first row, 113.7 cubic feet against 98, and it seats eight. Both tow 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, though the Pilot needs all-wheel drive to reach that figure. Honda’s $42,195 starting price excludes destination, tax, license, registration and accessories, so ask Webb Chevy Oak Lawn at 9440 S. Cicero Ave for an out-the-door number on both.
Key takeaways
- All-wheel drive is a $2,000 option on the 2027 Traverse LT and RS and standard on the Z71.
- The Z71 starts at $49,100 and pairs standard all-wheel drive with a raised ride height.
- An all-wheel-drive LT works out to $42,800 from a $40,800 starting point, before taxes and fees.
- Fuel economy cost is small: 20/24/21 for the Z71 AWD against 20/26/22 for front-wheel drive.
- City economy is 20 mpg either way, so short local trips see no penalty.
- 16 of the 20 units in stock on August 10, 2026 were all-wheel drive: 9 LT AWD and 7 Z71 AWD.
- Webb Chevy Oak Lawn and Webb Chevy Plainfield share inventory, so call (708) 423-9440 before driving to 9440 S. Cicero Ave for a specific unit.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse come with all-wheel drive?
All-wheel drive is available on every 2027 Traverse. It is a $2,000 option on the LT and RS, and it is standard on the Z71 along with a raised ride height.
How much does all-wheel drive cost on a 2027 Traverse?
$2,000 on the LT and RS. On an LT that starts at $40,800, an all-wheel-drive build comes to $42,800 before taxes, title and fees. The Z71 starts at $49,100 with all-wheel drive already included.
Does all-wheel drive reduce Traverse gas mileage?
Slightly. Front-wheel-drive models are EPA-estimated at 20 city, 26 highway and 22 combined, while the Z71 with all-wheel drive is estimated at 20 city, 24 highway and 21 combined. City economy is identical.
Which is better for Oak Lawn snow, the LT with AWD or the Z71?
Both drive all four wheels. The Z71 adds a raised ride height, which helps with plow ridges and deep ruts on side streets. An LT with the $2,000 AWD option is the lower-cost route to the same traction.
How many all-wheel-drive Traverse SUVs are in stock at Webb Chevy Oak Lawn?
As of August 10, 2026, 16 of 20 in-stock 2027 Traverse units were all-wheel drive: 9 LT AWD and 7 Z71 AWD. Webb Chevy Oak Lawn and Webb Chevy Plainfield share inventory, so call (708) 423-9440 to confirm a location.
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