Nice review. Exact color 1RS I'm getting. Mine is a 24 though. STILL waiting, it's somewhere this side of Iowa still on a train? I'm in PA. Others have their 25's already.☹️😡 You forgot about all 25's are E85 compatible. No big deal, you'll lose 15-25% MPG. E85 isn't 25% cheaper.
3:13. Thank you for saying that. People are so annoying with that "if it had this and had that, it would be better." As if they cannot comprehend the concept of affordability.
Good review. My boss has one trim level down in the same color. I was very impressed when my wife test drove one. She loved it as well but decided to go with a Tucson SE as she needed more cargo capacity.
Awesome vid Tom! That view of the Horse Shoe casino is literally golden! Ok Chevy 👀 very eco friendly 137hp 162lb not bad. Hey where’s Carey?? Just realized he’s not there😂
Thank you! I've had to go back to making videos by myself because it just isn't the right time to have two people right now. Hopefully that will change at some point in the future future.
"...in case someone wanted to drop the hammer on 137 hp." Too funny! Sure, it would be nice if they'd created an SS version with the old 2.0L w/270 hp; but if you live where I do, drive in commuter traffic twice a day, you simply don't have the opportunity to fully enjoy it. And what fun is it just to beat the car next to you to the next red light over and over? At my age I simply want something which is still somewhat fun to drive, can economically make a weekend trip out for a ride and dinner, and not have to stop twice for gas. Sure, I'd still like that extra horsepower, something sportier, and something that could garner your attention with the rumble of a big V8 engine, but why limit myself to a seasonal vehicle here in the north if I can just have something simple and sporty looking that I can afford to drive all year long. Oh, and yes, up here that those heated seats and steering wheel are very welcome on a winter's morning!
I bought the 2024 LT trim back in January 2024 (financed $25,600 after a $2,000.00 down payment) and it has been a pleasant experience driving this vehicle. Just handed it over to my daughter who has just got her first job and started attending college as well.
You mentioned that if driven properly the engine should be reliable. Can you describe how reliable? 3 cylinder turbo has me worried about its longevity.
If you're concerned about the rubber wet timing belt in the engine degrading or snapping too soon, delay its degradation by: Getting an oil change at 1000 miles (get rid of those break-in metal shavings), at 3000 miles, and then at every 5000 miles after that Keep the oil topped off - check it every week. If it's darker than usual, get an oil change! Get the belt inspected at around 40k-50k miles. I got a 2024 LT trim a few days ago - I like it more each day. I like the front end stylings. Crimson Metallic, yum.
How difficult for an older person to get in/out of the trax..do you drop down into the seats like a sedan? since it is lower in height than most suv's..seems more like a hatchback or station wagon
Like the R/S ... we ended up with the L/T model, had a few more bells an whistles like the USB ports for the back seat, an cargo cover comes with the L/T ... money was close about $200 difference.
I bought a black 2025 1RS model for my daughter who just got her license. It also had a couple equipment upgrades. With dealer incentives and my supplier discount I got it for less than the price of the base model. I think it'll be a great first car for her. The delaer also included a lifetime powertrain warranty so I'm not too concerned about the 3 cylinder engine and whether it'll hold up long term. Considering she will drive it less than prolly 5k miles a year I think it's perfect for the price and what you get. Great review
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Nice review. Exact color 1RS I'm getting. Mine is a 24 though. STILL waiting, it's somewhere this side of Iowa still on a train? I'm in PA. Others have their 25's already.☹️😡
You forgot about all 25's are E85 compatible. No big deal, you'll lose 15-25% MPG. E85 isn't 25% cheaper.
3:13. Thank you for saying that. People are so annoying with that "if it had this and had that, it would be better." As if they cannot comprehend the concept of affordability.
Good review. My boss has one trim level down in the same color. I was very impressed when my wife test drove one. She loved it as well but decided to go with a Tucson SE as she needed more cargo capacity.
Awesome vid Tom! That view of the Horse Shoe casino is literally golden! Ok Chevy 👀 very eco friendly 137hp 162lb not bad. Hey where’s Carey?? Just realized he’s not there😂
Thank you! I've had to go back to making videos by myself because it just isn't the right time to have two people right now. Hopefully that will change at some point in the future future.
I took delivery of a white 1RS couple weeks ago, absolutely love this car, best bang for buck this decade
"...in case someone wanted to drop the hammer on 137 hp." Too funny! Sure, it would be nice if they'd created an SS version with the old 2.0L w/270 hp; but if you live where I do, drive in commuter traffic twice a day, you simply don't have the opportunity to fully enjoy it. And what fun is it just to beat the car next to you to the next red light over and over?
At my age I simply want something which is still somewhat fun to drive, can economically make a weekend trip out for a ride and dinner, and not have to stop twice for gas. Sure, I'd still like that extra horsepower, something sportier, and something that could garner your attention with the rumble of a big V8 engine, but why limit myself to a seasonal vehicle here in the north if I can just have something simple and sporty looking that I can afford to drive all year long. Oh, and yes, up here that those heated seats and steering wheel are very welcome on a winter's morning!
I bought the 2024 LT trim back in January 2024 (financed $25,600 after a $2,000.00 down payment) and it has been a pleasant experience driving this vehicle. Just handed it over to my daughter who has just got her first job and started attending college as well.
Yes of course Tom & I buy a new Trax 1 day.
You mentioned that if driven properly the engine should be reliable. Can you describe how reliable? 3 cylinder turbo has me worried about its longevity.
The engine has been around for a while in Korea and has been proven to be very reliable
I will save now to get one, 1rs. Soon. Nice video.
If you're concerned about the rubber wet timing belt in the engine degrading or snapping too soon, delay its degradation by:
Getting an oil change at 1000 miles (get rid of those break-in metal shavings), at 3000 miles, and then at every 5000 miles after that
Keep the oil topped off - check it every week. If it's darker than usual, get an oil change!
Get the belt inspected at around 40k-50k miles.
I got a 2024 LT trim a few days ago - I like it more each day. I like the front end stylings. Crimson Metallic, yum.
How difficult for an older person to get in/out of the trax..do you drop down into the seats like a sedan?
since it is lower in height than most suv's..seems more like a hatchback or station wagon
Like the R/S ... we ended up with the L/T model, had a few more bells an whistles like the USB ports for the back seat, an cargo cover comes with the L/T ... money was close about $200 difference.
Excellent video Tom.
Many thanks!
I bought one today 2rs and I love it!
Same!
@TBreezy17 would you recommend this for a first-time caf owner?
I bought a black 2025 1RS model for my daughter who just got her license. It also had a couple equipment upgrades. With dealer incentives and my supplier discount I got it for less than the price of the base model. I think it'll be a great first car for her. The delaer also included a lifetime powertrain warranty so I'm not too concerned about the 3 cylinder engine and whether it'll hold up long term. Considering she will drive it less than prolly 5k miles a year I think it's perfect for the price and what you get. Great review
Eh, It might be if it had AWD.
These engines are trash. Chevy should have put a 2.0l non turbo engine
Owners will be laughing when it turns out it’s more reliable than a Camry
Engine has been around for a while in Korea and proven to be very reliable
Toyota had a HUGE recall on the big truck and SUV engines