Monday, April 29, 2024

True-Life Fuel for Thought: The 2024 Chevy Traverse's EPA Fuel Economy Ratings Unveiled!

2024 Chevy Traverse
After officially unveiling last July, the 2024 Traverse displays an amazing stride for its third and exciting generation here at Jim Butler Chevy of St. Louis. One of its most “real-life appealing” updates is the new turbocharged engine, and many eager Chevy fans were waiting on edge to check out its official fuel economy estimates. Every mile counts when families feel pushed to the brink with rising prices, while there’s a sense of understanding that hauling people in numbers can still be a bit thirsty in the fuel-consumption department.

The latest figures show that 2024 Traverse models equipped with front-wheel drive are capable of 20 mpg in the city, 27 mpg on the highway, and 23 mpg combined. As any executive obsessed with stellar numbers can confirm, each of these estimates is slightly higher than the previous second-generation Traverse, while only excluding highway fuel estimates for all-wheel drive models. The Natural Resources Canada group had beaten the EPA to the punch and had published 2024 Traverse fuel economy estimates just ahead of the EPA. 

The efficient and versatile powertrain under the hood is the turbocharged 2.5-liter Inline 4 LKO gas engine, which cranks out 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque. Compared to the naturally aspirated 3.6-liter V6 LFY which is the source of juice for the second-generation Traverse, the new LKO is good for 19 percent more peak torque. The T
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sets the mood for conquering any grocery list or unplanned after-school activity with ease courtesy of the capable G1 platform it rides on, with production duties completed by the hard-working men and women of the GM Lansing Delta Township Plant in Michigan. 

The Car and Driver crew recognized that previous versions of the Traverse have “been historically good at traversing suburban blacktops instead of treacherous trails, but the Traverse's 2024 update places a huge emphasis on capability. It remains a dependable and spacious option for the SUV segment, with the lineup also seeing the addition of the rugged and off-road-ready Z71 edition. The Z71’s twin-clutch AWD system will provide an excellent sense of stability and control that will no doubt excel at tasks such as smaller-size rock navigation and back-road balancing acts!

All Traverse models now come with a massive touchscreen, and GM’s awesome hands-free Super Cruise driving mode is available. The Z71 model flexes beyond the city limits bravado with a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, unique 18-inch wheels, and the twin-clutch AWD. The aggressive-looking RS trim is the range-topping model with 22-inch wheels, a sporty suspension tune, and decadent black exterior trim. With the optional towing package, the 2024 Traverse can tow up to 5,000 pounds. 

If you happen to be hauling a large family, the 2024 Chevy Traverse is set up perfectly thanks to its massive and roomy interior. All trims but the base LS come with second-row captain’s chairs, which have been praised for their luxurious long-haul comfort. With all seats folded down, the Traverse offers over 97 feet of cubic space, which can properly accommodate an outing to the Science Center or Jewel Box! A wireless smartphone charging pad and an onboard Wi-Fi connection are also available, and you’ll be keeping things 100% safe with high-tech features such as standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.