2016 Chevy Trax - Review and Road Test

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  • Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
  • The Chevy Trax is an all-new entrant into the increasingly popular field of subcompact SUVs. How does it measure up against rivals like the stylish Mazda CX-3 and well-rounded Honda HR-V? KBB’s Micah Muzio investigates in this video.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 138

  • @jamieohjamie
    @jamieohjamie 7 років тому +20

    I got a 2016 Trax for well under $20k, and while I had initial buyers remorse, I'm loving it more and more every day. I lucked out with an LT model that has Bose speakers, sunroof, remote start, heated side mirrors, and almost all the bells-and-whistles, minus a "leatherette" interior which I couldn't give a shit less about. For the price, I'm happy with my Trax, and I hope others get to try this vehicle for what I bought.

    • @nallely8718
      @nallely8718 3 роки тому +1

      How was your overall experience with the Trax? I'm looking at purchasing one

    • @jamieohjamie
      @jamieohjamie 3 роки тому +2

      @@nallely8718 It's been fine! Pretty reliable car. It really doesn't excel in any which way except in being compact, if you're looking for something reasonably-sized. Haven't had a major issue with it since I bought it except for one day when the computer screens/gauges wouldn't turn on (but this can happen in any modern vehicle). There's probably better cars out there, even within the same category, but I definitely wouldn't say "No, don't get a Trax" if that's what you're after, because it definitely worked for me.

    • @eugenew6717
      @eugenew6717 Рік тому

      Still have it?

    • @jamieohjamie
      @jamieohjamie Рік тому

      @@eugenew6717 Why wouldn't I?

    • @blaineanthony9858
      @blaineanthony9858 10 місяців тому

      @@jamieohjamieany complaints I’m looking to get one tomorrow

  • @modelsupplies
    @modelsupplies 8 років тому +51

    We love our 2016 Chevy Trax! We are coming from a 2003 Ford Taurus and the wheelbase feels about the same except you're up super high - much higher than all the other similar crossovers ice noticed 😊 It's easy to park because of the wheelbase and the backup cam plus Bluetooth is awesome! I hook up Spotify and I'm on my way! I feel like it was a big safety choice with the 10 airbags - we are saying yes to life! The nooks and crannies are wonderful and you can put a sack of hamburgers next to you on the 4 drink holders so it doesn't have to go on the seat like a Fusion. So far, I haven't been disappointed in a single thing about this car. Highly recommend it!!! Best car we have had yet!

    • @m109r1800
      @m109r1800 8 років тому +4

      ANITA The engine is the same engine they use for VW. Should be a good one. German engines run well for a long time. I have a 98 WV with 97,000 and it runs very good. 1.8 liter.

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому +2

      +Anita Nelson agreed I also like the Trax, this is very superior than competitors

    • @modelsupplies
      @modelsupplies 7 років тому +5

      One year later and I love it more than I did when I wrote this! Now I am spoiled so every car from now on must have backup camera, Bluetooth, auto locks, remote start - Love this car!

    • @modelsupplies
      @modelsupplies 7 років тому +4

      Oh yeah, I was able to add data for the Chevy to my AT&T plan for $10-$15 per month. This is also my first time having OnStar which I rarely use, but feel safe having. It's phenomenal if you are really lost. Just hit the button & a real person helps you. Mostly I avoid this by sending addresses to the car's navigation using Chevy's car app for iPhone. This car is tech heavy & safe safe safe. The brakes are super strong and stop in an instant without upsetting the interior too much. Very secure feeling driving this car - again, I'm coming from a 2003 Ford Taurus with a Mustang engine. This car is just not quite as fast, but it's fast enough. I hope they add Apple CarPlay to the Trax, though with Bluetooth, onStar and navigation, don't really need it.

    • @modelsupplies
      @modelsupplies 7 років тому +1

      $11.80/mo to add the car to AT&T bill 👍🏻😊

  • @jamieohjamie
    @jamieohjamie 7 років тому +8

    9 months into ownership. The Hawkeye comparison is pretty accurate. It's a solid car, though. I have no complaints except that they updated the "infotainment" center in the 2017 model to something that syncs better with my phone, and the plastic collects fingerprints like crazy. It's responsive. It's inexpensive. The fuel is okay, but I drive a lot. Overall, solid car. Feels solid. Lots of cars are better than it. But I got mine for a deep $8k discount, and it does its job.

  • @ekazeg24
    @ekazeg24 9 років тому +24

    I'm starting to see these everywhere and I'm not surprised because they aren't bad. I would probably buy his vehicle because in my opinion the Chevy trax and Jeep renegade are the best looking vehicles in this segment.

    • @ekazeg24
      @ekazeg24 9 років тому +2

      I said in my opinion they look cool. I wouldn't buy one because I like suv's and trucks. I drive a 2007 Chevy Trailblazer LT and I would like to get a Chevy Tahoe or GMC Yukon. But I think these look cool

  • @mikesmith5375
    @mikesmith5375 8 років тому +28

    This ACTUALLY beats the BUICK ENCORE by FAR and costs 40% less!

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому +6

      It's the same car. The encore just has nice looking materials inside and the back window is a bit different in shape. Other than that, it's the same car.And yes, it's much cheaper to buy, so if you don't care about all the cheap plastics inside and want a practical vehicle to get from A to B, it's a good car for what it was meant to do.

    • @danielmelendez3546
      @danielmelendez3546 5 років тому +6

      Joe mariconadas Dude, I’ve been seeing you in every Chevy Trax video on UA-cam. One video isn’t enough to hate on the poor car, isn’t it?

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому +5

      I guess not. But, I actually don't hate the poor car. I've randomly asked people in parking lots what do they think of it. In general no problems, but the consensus is that they definitely need to make a better interior for the price. If it was maxed at $15K, then sure, no complaints, but it's definitely overpriced. Otherwise, it's a nice car for someone that wants to get from A to B and bring his groceries/kids home. My problem is just those that trash it, because it's GM. If it had a Toyota or Honda badge, trust me it would be the most popular small crossover. No one would be saying it's ugly or cheap interior, because many older Rav 4's are exactly the same. Cheap plastic interior that feels like a cardboard box.

    • @nijaxxsounds886
      @nijaxxsounds886 4 роки тому +1

      I had a 2016 it did good for 3 years and started taking it to the mechanic almost every month with big issues gm need to improve in their mechanics of the vehicles

    • @clbaird40
      @clbaird40 3 роки тому +1

      @@nijaxxsounds886 dude my 2016 has 53000 exhaust leak water pump multiple fan blower motors. Total junk.

  • @EagleTalons1
    @EagleTalons1 8 років тому +6

    Basically a SUV version of the Sonic, I like the look of it and the stance.

  • @digitalneonblue97
    @digitalneonblue97 7 років тому +2

    I adore the look of this car. I think that draws me to it the most is the fact that it looks alot like the 2012 Versa hatchback I had as my first car. This will definitely be an option for my third vehicle.

  • @yiyangcheng
    @yiyangcheng 9 років тому +4

    Those with negative comments, just don't even look/but this thing or this type of class! If you can get something bigger with same price just go buy something bigger!! I would totally get something like this just because parking can get compromised in some places. And no I would not buy appliances vehicles (I'm talking to you HR-V)

  • @sirhborn
    @sirhborn Рік тому +1

    I got this vehicle on 9/4/21 I like it. Need more information

  • @SeaJay_Oceans
    @SeaJay_Oceans 8 років тому +1

    Micah Muzio, you did a great job with this video ! :-) Thank You.
    I enjoy Chevy cars - they don't try to be pretentious, nor too basic... nice middle way for comfy driving and affordable prices.

  • @saniajohnson2226
    @saniajohnson2226 Рік тому

    I love my 2016 Chevy trax but I don’t have heated seats. I wish I did along with the beeping sound of the backup camera

  • @modelsupplies
    @modelsupplies 11 місяців тому

    I love this car so much! Best car I’ve ever had! Car washes and oil changes 💕

  • @canhtientran7340
    @canhtientran7340 9 років тому

    Like the channel and way you make these kind of funky reviews Micah, but please make the review of the new Honda Pilot a.s.a.p! Really appriciate it :") (especially in Touring trim- not the Elite one).Thanks again from far far away...

  • @Cchichester
    @Cchichester 9 років тому +1

    Great quality video, 60fps would be nice though.

  • @yootoob4516
    @yootoob4516 7 років тому +2

    Thanks for this thorough look at the Trax. After seeing this review, we looked at the Trax for AWD (Colorado winters), but the Subaru Outback is still pulling hard. We can't find a domestic AWD subcompact that beats it.

    • @keno77
      @keno77 3 роки тому

      If you go for the Subaru you should now that the CVT could go bad and that's not cheep....

  • @ganthc
    @ganthc 9 років тому +1

    I drive the Chevy Sonic, and that is kind of pokey as is, so. Have to think the added weight makes the Trax even more so. But a great review by Micah. Always like his reviews bc they're well done with editing and music.

  • @TomDeVito
    @TomDeVito 9 років тому +2

    Granted the Chevy trax isn't the most sexiest looking like say the encore or CX-3 but again it's a CUV just meant to get you from point A to point B. On the upside at lease it's turbo charged

  • @gothops154
    @gothops154 9 років тому +1

    LOL in the year 2015 cruise control isn't standard equipment. Maybe that stuff flies in Europe and the rest of the world but certainly not in U.S.

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому

      That's why Americans don't like it. It was designed in South Korea with Asian mentality/market in mind. It's pretty successful down there and wish they had the diesel version. Would have bought that instead of the Cruze TDI. Cruise control is only good when on the open road in the middle of nowhere in Montana. In city driving it's useless anyway. One less thing that can break. Cars today have too many gadgets that aren't necessary and cost a fortune to repair when they fuck up.

  • @LukeO-1234
    @LukeO-1234 9 років тому +6

    Basically a higher up chevy sonic

    • @LukeO-1234
      @LukeO-1234 9 років тому

      ***** right on

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому

      Just like the Ford Escape is a bigger Focus.

    • @nlibby5549
      @nlibby5549 5 років тому

      Same engine as the sonic

  • @damedelim3621
    @damedelim3621 8 років тому +1

    His vids are good.

  • @norm379
    @norm379 Рік тому

    I had a Buick encore and had to have a lap robe in winter..no heat..10 trips to dealership for noisy brakes.

  • @denisegonzalez4589
    @denisegonzalez4589 7 років тому

    what do u recommend the chevy trax or buick regal

    • @liquidjubb3672
      @liquidjubb3672 7 років тому

      Denise Gonzalez 2 different cars. Mid size sedan or small Cuv.

  • @stillatin
    @stillatin 8 років тому +6

    I promise the 2017 version is going to be 10x better.

  • @jadebrooks7782
    @jadebrooks7782 5 років тому +2

    I prefer hard interior. I can easily wipe it down with a Clorox wipes and don't have to worry about damaging anything

    • @lamontsmith8728
      @lamontsmith8728 5 років тому +1

      I was starting to feel like the only one who loved the interior for that exact reason. That was kind of a selling point for me, because I've had "soft" interiors and used to detail cars for a living, nothing ever gets them truly clean including steam.

  • @manolopina8336
    @manolopina8336 3 роки тому

    Cómo lo puedo comprar en santo domingo dónde lo consigo usado

  • @JuliaAbikian
    @JuliaAbikian 5 місяців тому

    does it have Apple car play ?

    • @veebes6367
      @veebes6367 3 місяці тому

      2016 hasn't Apple car play, it just for 2017 model

  • @cars1963
    @cars1963 8 років тому +2

    It's adorable but has absolutely no power compared to other comparable crossovers such as the Mazda CX-5.

    • @m109r1800
      @m109r1800 8 років тому

      Carla CX-5 is a better mini SUV but you can but these TRAX FOR 20,000 .

    • @cars1963
      @cars1963 8 років тому

      But if you buy the AWD Trax the cost goes up to about the same as an AWD Mazda CX5 or any other smallish AWD SUV that has way more power under the hood. Anyway, after I posted my first comment I went and bought a 2016.5 Mazda CX5 and aside from the HUGE key fobs, I love it so far!

    • @danielmelendez3546
      @danielmelendez3546 5 років тому +1

      CarS CX-5 is a full SUV, not a crossover. Like WTF, dude?

  • @hobbyist88
    @hobbyist88 8 років тому

    everything is fine with my trax ls 2016, BUT you cant turn off the DRL when you are in park engine running.. there should be option to switch off.

  • @duongtuankhai-12l16
    @duongtuankhai-12l16 9 років тому

    Make a 2016 mazda 6 review

    • @kbb
      @kbb  9 років тому

      An Duong Our 2016 Mazda6 review is currently in the post-production phase.

    • @Cchichester
      @Cchichester 9 років тому

      ***** 2016 maxima???

  • @Sevan_UP
    @Sevan_UP 7 років тому

    Wish Chevy would add better materials to their lower prices cars. Even hondas cheapest cars feel much better to sit in

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому +1

      In the past few years, yes, but older models ( 2010, 2011 ) are the same shit. Neighbor has a 2011 civic. You pull the door on that thing, it's so light it feels like cardboard. Hood sounds like a tin can cover when you close it. All Asian built economy cars are the same. Older RAV 4, same shit. The Trax was designed and built in South Korea with the Asian market in mind.

  • @joeb1808
    @joeb1808 8 років тому +3

    I've read this turbo engine is problematic.

  • @javvenlapierre1069
    @javvenlapierre1069 8 років тому +3

    I love your review you so funny to me 😂😚

  • @m109r1800
    @m109r1800 8 років тому +1

    For the price its not going to do well. MORE HP you can't even tow a small boat . Chevy will lower the price in late 2016 I see them for 19,500 up here in Pa.

    • @jcangler88
      @jcangler88 8 років тому +1

      I just bought mine 2 months ago and they had a ton of rebates on the Trax, I walked out buying mine $18.9K. Yeah it could use more power, but for the grand majority of people who drive these will find it more than adequate.

  • @rferrer487
    @rferrer487 3 роки тому

    Sir 2016 model my chevolet trax nice car

  • @matblackbluesport8720
    @matblackbluesport8720 8 років тому +2

    Better than Honda H**V

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому

      Toyota MPV's malah Value for money....,,

  • @Cris-pt3jw
    @Cris-pt3jw 4 роки тому

    It looks like a mini equinox

  • @MariaCepeda-oz6gm
    @MariaCepeda-oz6gm Рік тому

    Pren yderepente se apaga

  • @UncleBuckle50
    @UncleBuckle50 4 роки тому +3

    POS

  • @antoniovazquez1124
    @antoniovazquez1124 7 місяців тому

    En español please

  • @RadioactiveVikings
    @RadioactiveVikings 8 років тому

    It's like the chevy tracker super upgrade

    • @barryervin8536
      @barryervin8536 7 років тому +1

      It's like the Chevy Tracker except that it's a completely different vehicle that's not related to the Tracker in any way except for a similar sounding name.

    • @RadioactiveVikings
      @RadioactiveVikings 7 років тому +1

      You sound like you're a real thrill at parties...

    • @barryervin8536
      @barryervin8536 7 років тому

      At least I know what I'm talking about before I bore people at parties :)

  • @TTM719
    @TTM719 6 років тому

    I think it also competes against it's rebadged cousin, the Buick encore.

  • @PinoyShuffle
    @PinoyShuffle 9 років тому +10

    Yuck. Would get a Subaru XV Crosstrek instead

    • @Lucky8s
      @Lucky8s 9 років тому +5

      PinoyShuffle Would get any car over this.

  • @MrNuggetface
    @MrNuggetface 9 років тому +1

    These will have so many gremlins from ABS to Bluetooth to wheel bearings like almost all GM products. They also are very narrow and ugly on top of that. If you have people over 200lbs in the front their shoulders will touch. Ridiculous for an SUV.

    • @PMeursault
      @PMeursault 7 років тому

      it's not an SUV, it's a "crossover" i.e. a dinky little car that's been modified to look like an SUV

  • @user-sq9wx6vk8r
    @user-sq9wx6vk8r 8 років тому

    실내 가죽 색상이 이게더 밝아서 좋음. 한국은..음..

  • @TonchyShultz
    @TonchyShultz 7 років тому

    Explanation "0" ..is this joke or what!? Omg :-)

  • @ChummyChime
    @ChummyChime 8 років тому

    get a base crv instead. lol

  • @namelast7289
    @namelast7289 Рік тому

    I havent even got this car yet and I already hate it

  • @JeffreyB1983
    @JeffreyB1983 7 років тому +5

    As an American I'm embarrassed by American cars. Why are they so much worse in quality and reliability than Japanese cars?

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому +4

      It's a perception. Don't worry, Japanese cars have their weaknesses. Toyota has had a few major fuck ups too, with the gas pedal and air bag debacle. Now they're recalling over a million priuses because of fire risk. Nissans are also shit compared to what they used to be in the past. Honda had shitty transmissions in many models as well. Finally, the Trax is not American. It's a South Korean designed and made vehicle based on what the demand is in Asian countries. Remember, Asians aren't as picky as Americans. Any economy car will have this type of basic interior. Not much different than a Versa, Corolla and some Mitsubishi. This Trax is luxury compared to the Mitsubishi mirage.

    • @TTM719
      @TTM719 5 років тому

      And don't forget the rusting frames that the Toyota trucks had in the past, the oil consumption of the Toyota Camrys and Honda Accords in the late 2000's, the transmission problems of the Hondas in the past, and many other things.

  • @The_Crazy_Monkey75
    @The_Crazy_Monkey75 7 років тому +1

    I ain't gonna buy this over the CX-3!!

  • @clbaird40
    @clbaird40 3 роки тому +2

    Buy this car if you like repair bills before you get to 50000 miles.

    • @jgonsalves22
      @jgonsalves22 3 роки тому +1

      Chevys are pretty reliable. You just have to take care of them, which most people don’t.

  • @BTC909
    @BTC909 9 років тому

    Junk. If you like the size get an Encore.

    • @kingm1156
      @kingm1156 9 років тому +4

      +Ivan Vojt Jesus, what a stupid comment. You do realize the Encore is a Chevy Trax with upscale interiors, right? They are built on the SAME chassis and share the SAME power train. The Trax is aimed at the younger generation where the Buick Encore is directed at higher wage earners; the latter cost considerably more than the former. To that point, a top of a line Buick (i.e. Buick Encore Premium) costs north of $32,000; comparably, the top of the line Trax (i.e. LTZ) cost 27,000. So, it's up to the consumer to determine if the 5K costs difference is worth the upgraded interior quality. Still, it's the same car; so, to call one junk while recommending the other is, in a word, stupid....

  • @1232bluejays
    @1232bluejays 8 років тому +2

    ugly cheap interior

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому

      +dave houston HR-V also hard plastic and fake stitches

    • @gavcom4060
      @gavcom4060 7 років тому

      Kim Kardashian atleast the hrv has soft touch on the door panels

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому

      +Gav Com in my country HR-V has hard plastic dashboard

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому

      Gav Com The once HR-V has Plastic interior....

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому

      All economy cars have cheap interiors. What do you think the HRV interior is made from? Gold?

  • @jasons4847
    @jasons4847 8 років тому +1

    So cheaply built

    • @cars2lover298
      @cars2lover298 7 років тому +2

      Jason S H*v also more cheaper than this

    • @bmw803
      @bmw803 5 років тому +2

      Just as a NIssan versa, Mitsubishi mirage, older civics and corollas. All the same shit. This is just brand bias here. All economy cars are made of the same plastics. Probably made at the same chinese factory anyway.

  • @omarkhanlilcurry
    @omarkhanlilcurry 9 років тому +1

    Absolutely repulsive