Chevrolet Trax#first
{{Short description|Compact crossover SUV}}
{{For|the 2007 concept car|Chevrolet Trax (concept car)}}
{{distinguish|Chevrolet Triax}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Chevrolet Trax
| image = 2024 Chevrolet Trax 2RS, front left, 12-10-2023.jpg
| manufacturer = General Motors
| aka = {{unbulleted list
| Holden Trax (2013–2020)
| Chevrolet Tracker (2013–2020)
| Chevrolet Seeker (2022–present)
}}
| production = 2013–present
| body_style = 5-door SUV
| predecessor = {{unbulleted list
| Chevrolet Tracker (Americas)
| Chevrolet/Holden Cruze (for Suzuki Ignis rebadges, Australasia)
}}
| successor = {{unbulleted list
| Chevrolet Tracker (China, Latin America and Uzbekistan)
}}
}}
The Chevrolet Trax is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors and marketed under the Chevrolet brand since 2013, currently in its second generation.
The first generation model was released globally in 2013 as the smallest, entry-level crossover SUV offering from the brand. Development and production were centered in South Korea by GM Korea. A restyled model was also produced as the Buick Encore in North America and as the Opel/Vauxhall Mokka in Europe.
In several markets, the vehicle was marketed as the Chevrolet Tracker, and as the Holden Trax in Australia and New Zealand. The Trax became available in Canada, Mexico, Germany, South Korea, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, and Europe for the 2013 model year and was released in the United States for the 2015 model year.
In 2019, GM released the replacement of the Trax for China and Latin America, the Tracker. The first-generation Trax continued to be marketed in North America, South Korea, and several other markets until 2022, when it was replaced by the larger second-generation Trax due for the 2024 model year. The second-generation Trax is also marketed in China as the Chevrolet Seeker.
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{{Anchor|first|1}}First generation (U200; 2013)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = 2016 Chevrolet Trax LTZ, front 11.22.19.jpg
| model_code = {{unbulleted list
| U200
}}
| aka = {{unbulleted list
| Holden Trax (Australasia)
| Chevrolet Tracker (CIS and South America)
}}
| production = {{unbulleted list
| 2013–2022
| 2014–2020 (China)
}}
| model_years = 2013–2022 (Canada, Mexico)
2015–2022 (U.S.)
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| South Korea: Bupyeong-gu, Incheon (GM Korea)
| Mexico: San Luis Potosí (San Luis Potosí Assembly)
| Uzbekistan: Asaka (GM Uzbekistan)
}}
| class = Subcompact crossover SUV (B)
| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
}}
| platform = GM Gamma II
| related = {{unbulleted list
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Gasoline:
| 1.4 L Family 0 turbo I4
| 1.6 L Family 1 I4
| 1.8 L Family 1 I4
| Diesel:
| 1.6 L MDE I4
| 1.7 L Circle L I4
}}
| transmission = 5-speed manual
6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
| wheelbase = {{convert|2555|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4248-4280|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1766-1775|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1674|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| successor = {{unbulleted list
| Chevrolet Tracker (China, Latin America and Uzbekistan)
| Opel Mokka (Europe)
}}
}}
The first-generation Trax (model code U200, designated TJ in Australia){{Cite web |title=Chevrolet Trax Generations: All Model Years |url= https://carbuzz.com/cars/chevrolet/trax-generations |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=CarBuzz |language=en-us}}{{cite web |title=Holden Trax TJ (2013-2021) |url= https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/holden-trax-tj-2013-release |access-date=2022-10-21 |website=ProductReview.com.au |language=en-AU}} was first shown as a concept car, which was first unveiled at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, with the final model unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show. It was then available for test driving at the 2013 Montreal International Auto Show, with four essay models shown.
The SUV was in development since 2008 by GM's small vehicle development team centered in South Korea.{{cite web |last=Herald |first=Korea |date=2013-02-20 |title=Korea-made Chevrolet Trax unveiled |url= https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20130220000851 |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=The Korea Herald |language=en}} It is based on the GM Gamma II platform, which is shared with the Chevrolet Aveo/Sonic and the Opel Mokka/Buick Encore. It was marketed as the Holden Trax in Australia and as the Chevrolet Tracker in Russia and South America. For most global markets, the Trax was produced by both GM Korea and GM Mexico. SAIC-GM also produced the model for the Chinese market from the 2015 model year until 2020. GM Uzbekistan also produced this model starting in late 2018.
During 2013 and early 2014, the Trax was only sold in Canada, Mexico, Germany, South Korea, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, and Europe.
In Canada, the Trax was the first compact Chevrolet crossover SUV since the discontinuation of the Tracker (read below).{{cite web|url= http://www.gm.ca/gm/english/vehicles/chevrolet/trax/feature-2013-Chevrolet-Trax |title=2013 Chevrolet Trax|website=GM Canada |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130116122106/http://www.gm.ca/gm/english/vehicles/chevrolet/trax/feature-2013-Chevrolet-Trax |archive-date=16 January 2013 |access-date=25 January 2023}} The vehicle started shipping on April 2, 2013; however, pre-sales began as early as the fourth quarter of 2012 for both Mexico (1.8 L) and Canada (1.4 L turbo).{{cite web |url=http://blog.caranddriver.com/chevrolet-trax-to-join-global-lineup-will-debut-in-paris/ |title=Chevrolet Trax to join global lineup, will debut in Paris |website=Car & Driver |access-date=April 15, 2012 |archive-date=March 7, 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160307233338/http://blog.caranddriver.com/chevrolet-trax-to-join-global-lineup-will-debut-in-paris/ |url-status=dead }} Sales in South Korea started in late February 2013.
In late 2014, the Trax was marketed to more countries including China, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
File:Chevrolet Trax LS+ 1.4 4WD – Heckansicht, 11. August 2013, Wuppertal.jpg|Rear view
= Markets =
== South Korea ==
The Trax was introduced in South Korea in February 2013. It was powered by the 1.4 L turbocharged gasoline engine.{{cite web |date=2013-02-22 |title=GM Korea Rolls out Small SUV Chevy Trax |url= http://www.koreaittimes.com/news/articleView.html?idxno=26916 |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=Korea IT Times |language=ko}} In 2015, a 1.6-litre diesel engine was added.{{cite web |date=2015-09-08 |title=GM Raises Korea Stakes With Launch of Trax Diesel |url= https://www.wardsauto.com/industry/gm-raises-korea-stakes-launch-trax-diesel |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=WardsAuto |language=en}} The facelift model was introduced in October 2016.{{cite web |title=GM Korea rolls out new Trax to heat up compact crossover market |url= https://www.theinvestor.co.kr/view.php?ud=20161017000745 |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=theinvestor.co.kr |language=en}}
It was the most exported car of South Korea from 2016 to 2018.{{Cite web |title=GM Korea's Chevrolet Trax crowned Korea's No.1 export car in 2018 - Pulse by Maeil Business News Korea |url= https://pulsenews.co.kr/view.php?year=2019&no=27237 |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=pulsenews.co.kr |language=ko}}
== United States ==
The Trax came to the United States as a 2015 model, following the success of the Buick Encore (the Trax and Encore share the GM Gamma II platform) and possible competition from the Jeep Renegade; GM initially had no plans to offer the Trax to the U.S. market.{{cite news|last=Colias |first=Mike |title=Chevy enters small crossover segment with the Trax | url= http://www.autonews.com/article/20140415/OEM04/140419889/chevy-enters-small-crossover-segment-with-the-trax?cciid=email-autonews-blast&r=1916C1413689E1U |access-date=April 15, 2014 |newspaper=Automotive News |date=April 15, 2014}} The U.S.-market Trax was largely unchanged from the global version, but had some U.S.-specific features including OnStar with AT&T 4G LTE and SiriusXM satellite radio.
The U.S. version was powered by the 1.4 L turbocharged inline-4 with {{convert|138|bhp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} at 4,900 rpm and {{convert|148|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,850 rpm. Trailer towing was not recommended. Only the 6-speed automatic transmission was available.
Three trim levels, each available with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, are available: LS, LT, and LTZ.
=2017 refresh=
Chevrolet performed a mid-cycle update on the Trax for the 2017 model year, first unveiled at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show on February 12, 2016.{{cite web|url= http://gmauthority.com/blog/2016/02/hot-or-not-2017-chevrolet-trax/ |title=Hot Or Not: 2017 Chevrolet Trax |last=Szymkowski |first=Sean |work=GM Authority |date=February 12, 2016|access-date=February 13, 2016}} The updated Trax carried design cues from the Malibu and Volt, including new halogen projector headlights, LED daytime running lights, dual taillights, and a new grille design. A set of 18-inch aluminum wheels were offered on the Premier model trim. The interior was also redesigned with a new dashboard and center instrument panel. Overall, the 2017 facelift improved Trax's perceived quality.{{cite web |url= http://motoringuru.com.au/car-reviews/2017-holden-trax-lt-review/ |title=2017 Holden Trax LT Review - Motoringuru.com.au |access-date=20 March 2017 |archive-date=20 March 2017 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20170320232903/http://motoringuru.com.au/car-reviews/2017-holden-trax-lt-review/ |url-status=dead }} The 2017 Trax went on sale in the fall of 2016.{{cite web|url= http://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/chevrolet/trax/2017-trax/ |title=2017 Chevrolet Trax |work=GM Authority |access-date=February 13, 2016}}
The Trax continued unchanged for the 2020 model year in North America. It was joined by a slightly larger model, the Trailblazer (no relation to the previous North American or international mid-sized SUVs of the same name).{{cite web|url= https://autoweek.com/article/family/2021-chevrolet-trailblazer-here-tread-trails-blazer-too-big-take |title=The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer is here to tread on trails the Blazer is too big to take |publisher=Autoweek.com |date=2019-05-30 |accessdate=2022-03-21}}
For the 2021 model year, the base L and high end Premier levels were removed from the offering trims, leaving the bottom-tier LS and now top-tier LT.{{cite web |last1=Lopez |first1=Jonathan |title=Chevrolet Trax To Stick Around For 2021 Model Year With Changes |url= https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/03/chevrolet-trax-to-stick-around-for-2021-model-year-with-changes/ |website=gmauthority.com |date=2 March 2020 |access-date=25 January 2023}}
File:Chevrolet Trax Facelift IMG 3724.jpg|Chevrolet Trax (facelift)
File:Chevrolet Trax Facelift IMG 4194.jpg|Chevrolet Trax (facelift)
File:2020 Chevrolet Trax interior.jpg|Interior
= Name variations =
== Holden Trax (2013–2020) ==
In Australia and other Oceania markets, the Chevrolet Trax was offered under the Holden brand until that brand was discontinued in 2020. It went on sale in 2013.
File:2013 Holden Trax (TJ MY14) LTZ wagon (2015-07-03) 01.jpg|2014 Holden Trax LTZ (pre-facelift)
File:2017 Holden Trax (TJ MY17) LTZ wagon (2017-11-18).jpg|2017 Holden Trax LTZ (facelift)
== Chevrolet Tracker ==
In Russia and South America, the Trax was instead named the Chevrolet Tracker, which was the name used in North and Latin America from 1989 to 1991 and 1999 to 2008 for a Chevrolet/Geo version of the Suzuki Sidekick.
= Engines =
The Trax was offered in different markets with different choices of drivetrains. In Latin America, the Trax was only available with the 1.8L gasoline engine. In Canada and the U.S., only the 1.4L turbocharged gasoline engine was offered. In Mexico and Australia (from 2015), it was available both with 1.8 and 1.4L turbocharged engines. European customers could choose from a 1.4L turbo gasoline engine, a 1.6L gasoline engine, and a 1.7L diesel engine.
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! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Power ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Torque ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Emissions {{co2}} ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Years | ||||
{{convert|1364|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}} I4 turbo (A14NET) | {{convert|140|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 4,900 rpm | {{convert|200|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 1,850–4,900 rpm | 139 g/km | 2013–2022 |
{{convert|1598|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}} I4 (A16XER) | {{convert|115|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm | {{convert|155|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 4,000 rpm | 153 g/km | 2013–2022 |
{{convert|1796 |cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}} I4 (A18XER) | {{convert|140|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}} at 6,300 rpm | {{convert|175|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 3,800 rpm | n/a | 2013–2022 |
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! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Power ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Torque ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Emissions {{co2}} ! style = "background:#e8e8e8;" | Years | ||||
{{convert|1686|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}} I4 turbo (CDTI) | {{convert|130|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}}at 4,000 rpm | {{convert|300|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2,000–2,500 rpm | 120 g/km | 2013–2014 |
{{convert|1598|cc|cuin|1|abbr=on}} I4 turbo (CDTI) (Korea) | {{convert|136|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} at 3500–4000 rpm | {{convert|320|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}} at 2000–2250 rpm | 129 g/km | 2015–2022 |
= Safety =
{{Euro NCAP|year=2013|reference_code=[https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/5818/euroncap_chevrolet_trax_2013_5stars.pdf]|adult_points=34|adult_percent=94|child_points=42|child_percent=85|pedestrian_points=23|pedestrian_percent=64|safety_points=7|safety_percent=81|reference_url=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/5818/euroncap_chevrolet_trax_2013_5stars.pdf|overall_stars=5}}
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|+2015 Chevrolet Trax IIHS scores{{Cite web |title=2015 Chevrolet Trax 4-door SUV |url=https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/chevrolet/trax-4-door-suv/2015 |access-date=2024-06-05 |website=IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety |language=en}} |Small overlap front (Driver) | style="color:white;background: green" |Good |
Small overlap front (Passenger)
| style="color:black;background: yellow" |Acceptable |
Moderate overlap front (Original test)
| style="color:white;background: green" |Good |
Side (Original test)
| style="color:white;background: green" |Good |
Side (Updated test)
| style="color:black;background: yellow" |Acceptable |
Roof strength
| style="color:white;background: green" |Good |
Head restraints and seats
| style="color:white;background: green" |Good |
= Discontinuation =
In China and South America, the first-generation Trax was discontinued and replaced by the Tracker in 2019. It was similar in size to the Trax, but built on a new platform (GEM) for emerging markets and not intended for North America.
General Motors discontinued the first-generation Trax, as well as the related Buick Encore, following the 2022 model year in North America.{{cite news |last1=Duffer |first1=Robert |title=Chevy Trax, Buick Encore to be discontinued after 2022 |url= https://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1135344_chevy-trax-buick-encore-to-be-discontinued-after-2022 |work=The Car Connection |date=March 17, 2022}}
{{Anchor|second|2}}Second generation (2023)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = 2024 Chevrolet Trax LS, front right, 05-26-2024.jpg
| caption = 2024 Chevrolet Trax LS
| aka = Chevrolet Seeker (China)
| production = February 2023 – presenthttps://www.kedglobal.com/automobiles/newsView/ked202302270004
| model_years = 2024–present (North America)
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| South Korea: Changwon (GM Korea)
| China: (SAIC-GM)
}}
| class = Compact crossover SUV (C)
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| platform = GM VSS-F (9CXX)
| related = Buick Envista
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Gasoline:
| 1.2 L LBP (Flex Fuel) turbo I3{{Cite web |last=Lopez| first=Jonathan |date=2024-02-09 |title=Here Is 2025 Chevy Trax Pricing With Options And Packages |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2024/02/here-is-2025-chevy-trax-pricing-with-options-and-packages/ |access-date=2024-08-14 |website=GM Authority}}
}}
| powerout =
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 6-speed automatic
| CVT (China)
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2700|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4537|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1823|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1560|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|NNNN|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor =
}}
The second-generation Trax debuted in China in July 2022 as the Chevrolet Seeker.{{cite web |last=Pappas |first=Thanos |date=2022-07-29 |title=New Chevrolet Seeker Compact SUV Debuts In China, Could Come In The US Too |url= https://www.carscoops.com/2022/07/new-chevrolet-seeker-compact-suv-debuts-in-china-could-come-in-the-us-too/ |access-date=2022-07-29 |website=Carscoops}}{{cite web |last=Angel |first=Sergeev |date=2022-07-29 |title=Chevrolet Seeker Crossover Debuts Officially In China |url= https://www.motor1.com/news/601205/chevrolet-seeker-debut-china/ |access-date=2022-07-29 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}{{cite web |last=Centeno |first=Deivis |date=2022-07-28 |title=All-New 2023 Chevy Seeker Makes World Debut In China |url= https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/07/all-new-2023-chevy-seeker-makes-world-debut-in-china/ |access-date=2022-07-29 |website=GM Authority}}
The North American second-generation Trax was unveiled in October 2022, with sales beginning in the second quarter of 2023 as a 2024 model. It is larger than the previous model with a lower height. While being larger than the Trailblazer crossover, the Trax is priced below it. Chevrolet expects a $5,000 lower average transaction price compared to Trailblazer.{{cite web |title=2024 Chevrolet Trax Debuts As Larger Model Priced From $21,495 |url= https://www.motor1.com/news/615861/2024-chevrolet-trax-debut/ |access-date=2022-10-13 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}
Chevrolet considered to use another nameplate for the North American market to reflect changes in its size and exterior styling compared to the first-generation Trax, but the brand instead kept the Trax nameplate due to its wider recognition.{{Cite web |last=Rivers |first=Stephen |date=2023-05-02 |title=Review: The 2024 Chevrolet Trax Sets A New Low Bar But In A Good Way |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2023/05/driven-the-2024-chevrolet-trax-sets-a-new-low-bar/}}
In North America, the second-generation Trax is offered in five trim levels: LS, 1RS, LT, 2RS, and Activ. The Activ gets accents with a titanium-chrome finish and a faux rear skid plate. All-wheel drive is no longer offered. All models are powered by a 1.2 L turbocharged, three-cylinder gasoline engine rated at {{convert|137|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|162|lbft|Nm kgm|abbr=on|sigfig=3}}. The U.S.-market Trax continues to be manufactured in South Korea.{{cite web |date=October 12, 2022 |title=GM reveals 2024 Chevrolet Trax crossover with new tech and design — at a lower price |url= https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/12/gms-chevrolet-trax-crossover-comes-with-new-tech-design-lower-price.html |publisher=CNBC}}{{cite web |date=October 12, 2022 |title=The 2024 Chevy Trax is GM's new take on its cheapest SUV |url= https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/12/business/chevrolet-trax-cheap-suv/index.html |publisher=CNN}}
The second-generation Trax is available with front-wheel drive only, as Chevrolet offers the Trailblazer, which is available with an all-wheel-drive option. Another reason is because the new Trax was designed as a more versatile replacement for the Cruze sedan and hatchback.{{Cite web |title=2024 Chevrolet Trax: Meet the Cruze 3.0 |url=https://www.guideautoweb.com/en/articles/70479/ |access-date=2023-06-10 |website=The Car Guide |date=13 May 2023 |language=en}}
South Korean sales began in late March 2023 in RS, Activ, LT and LS trims.{{Cite web |last1=Moon |first1=Gwang-min |last2=Kim |first2=Minu |date=2023-03-23 |title=GM launches Chevrolet Trax Crossover in Korea with cost-effective features |url=https://pulse.mk.co.kr/view.php?sc=30800028&year=2023&no=226809 |access-date=2024-06-17 |website=Pulse}}
File:2024 Chevrolet Trax LS, rear right, 05-26-2024.jpg|Rear view
File:2024 Chevrolet Trax ACTIV, front left, 07-12-2023.jpg|2024 Trax Activ
File:2024 Chevrolet Trax ACTIV, rear left, 07-12-2023.jpg|Rear view
File:Chevrolet Seeker 006.jpg|Chevrolet Seeker (China)
File:Chevrolet Seeker 007.jpg|Chevrolet Seeker rear view
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Sales
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rowspan="2" | Calendar
year ! rowspan="2" | U.S ! rowspan="2" |Canada{{Cite news |title=Chevrolet Trax Sales Numbers |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/chevrolet/trax/chevrolet-trax-sales-numbers/ |work=GM Authority}} ! rowspan="2" | South Korea |
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Trax
!Seeker |
2013
| | | | | | 16,611 |
2014
|8,533 | 43,682 | | | 19,571 |
2015
|8,156 | 50,736 | | | 24,593 |
2016
|9,072 | 37,636 | | | 26,777 |
2017
|5,965 | 17,290 | | 19,324 |
2018
|4,471 | 6,346 | | 16,178 |
2019
|5,085 | 462 | | 15,250 |
2020
|3,888 | | | 6,352 |
2021
|2,395 | | | 87 |
2022
|651 | | |
2023
|6,469 | |
2024
| |
References
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{{cite web|title=Chevy Trax To Wear Tracker Name In Russia, CIS
|url= http://gmauthority.com/blog/2012/08/chevy-trax-to-carry-tracker-name-in-russia-cis/ |work=GMAuthority.com|date=23 Aug 2012}}
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