Chevrolet Trax vs. GMC Terrain

Chevy Trax vs. GMC Terrain: Which Small SUV Fits You Best?

If you live in an urban area like Kansas City, KS, it helps to have a smaller vehicle that you can easily maneuver through narrow lanes and park in tight spots. The new Chevy Trax is just the right size for the city, and it's a fantastic value for the price. The new GMC Terrain is a compact SUV that's also built by General Motors, but it falls short of the Trax in a few key areas. At Dale Willey Automotive in Lawrence, KS, we have a broad assortment of Trax models in stock. We created the following comparison to help you decide for yourself between the Trax and the Terrain.

Maneuverability

The new Chevy Trax is only 178.6 inches long, so it's a breeze to navigate through busy traffic in Topeka, KS. Its small turning radius and secure handling are ideal for your commute. The GMC Terrain is 181 inches long. Its numb, imprecise steering enables plenty of body roll in corners.

Fuel Economy

As a smaller SUV, you can expect to go farther between fill-ups in Eudora, KS with the new Chevy Trax. When properly equipped, it earns an EPA-estimated 28 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. The GMC Terrain returns 26 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway with its most efficient powertrain.

Acceleration

The new Chevy Trax uses a turbocharged three-cylinder engine to generate 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. While this engine produces less power than the GMC Terrain's 175-horsepower four-cylinder engine, it's a smaller vehicle, so it needs less muscle to move it. Additionally, the Trax has a six-speed automatic transmission that's more responsive than the Terrain's continuously variable automatic transmission.

Seating Space

You may be surprised at how roomy the subcompact Chevy Trax is inside. Ottawa, KS drivers will enjoy over 41 inches of front legroom, while rear-seat riders have more than 38 inches of space to rest their legs. The GMC Terrain only has 40.6 inches of front legroom.

Exterior Design

While an SUV's appearance is largely subjective, many Lawrence residents like the Chevy Trax's balanced exterior styling. Its swoopy curves, angular lines, and well-placed unpainted accents along the sides give it a premium look. The GMC Terrain has a boxier profile and a busier headlight arrangement that's not as easy on the eyes as the Trax's well-proportioned front fascia.

Safety Features

While both the new Chevy Trax and GMC Terrain come with a host of standard driver assistance features, the Trax comes with automatic high-beam headlights, which are just optional in the Terrain. These headlights are convenient for driving at night on highways around Eudora, KS because you don't have to dim them every time you encounter a car coming from the other direction.

Price

Despite its many advantages, the new Chevy Trax is a lot easier on your budget than the new GMC Terrain. Its starting MSRP is around $11,000 less than the entry-level price of the Terrain. Ottawa, KS drivers will find it simpler to afford the lease or car-loan payments on a new Trax than they would the Terrain.

Test Drive a New Chevy Trax at Dale Willey Automotive in Lawrence, KS

If you're ready to experience a new Chevy Trax in person, make the short trek from Topeka to Dale Willey Automotive in Lawrence, KS, for a test drive. Our friendly team will answer your questions about the Trax and help you find the trim that best suits your tastes. We'll also fill you in on any available lease or finance offers that could save you money on a new Trax. Visit our dealership today.