Chevrolet Trax ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2015–2024)
Side-by-side AutoScores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Chevrolet Trax we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Trax across generations.
Average AutoScore
74/100
Best Year
2024 Chevrolet Trax
Score 88
Weakest Year
2016 Chevrolet Trax
Score 62
Every Chevrolet Trax Ranked
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A modern, value-packed small SUV with solid initial reliability, but long-term CVT performance is a watch item.
Top risks: Infotainment System · Powertrain - CVT Longevity · Engine - Turbocharger System
A practical city-dweller with a few critical powertrain caveats that require careful attention.
Top risks: Engine (1.4L Turbo) · Electrical / Infotainment · Suspension & Steering
A compact crossover with a few notable weak spots that demand careful consideration and proactive maintenance.
Top risks: HVAC System · Engine PCV System · Electrical & Infotainment
A budget-friendly option, but its core mechanical components present a moderate risk for long-term ownership.
Top risks: Engine (1.4L Turbo PCV System) · Transmission (6-Speed Automatic) · Turbocharger Failure
A compact city dweller with a questionable long-term prognosis for its powertrain.
Top risks: 1.4L Turbo Engine (PCV System/Turbocharger) · 6-Speed Automatic Transmission · Electrical System & Sensors
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