2017 Chevrolet Trax vs. 2018 Chevrolet Trax
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Chevrolet Trax contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Chevrolet Trax and the 2018 Chevrolet Trax.
When comparing the 2017 Chevrolet Trax's and the 2018 Chevrolet Trax's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Chevrolet Trax have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Chevrolet Trax's and the 2018 Chevrolet Trax's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chevrolet Trax is a better car than the 2018 Chevrolet Trax.
Pricing: A used 2017 Chevrolet Trax ranges from $8,894 to $16,998 while a used 2018 Chevrolet Trax is priced between $9,996 to $18,499.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 Chevrolet Trax and the 2018 Chevrolet Trax both lose 41.8 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Trax is 8.0 out of 10. Chevrolet Trax is ranked 6 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Chevrolet Trax is ranked 35 and the Chevrolet Trax is ranked 35 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Trax is 6.1 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Chevrolet Trax and the 2018 Chevrolet Trax makes 138 horsepower. Both the Trax and the Trax are rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Trax has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,471
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$17,995 - $26,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$21,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,788
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$18,290 - $26,600
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,850
Price Range:
$8,894 - $16,998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$15,286
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$12,850 - $18,325
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
258
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
92,269
# Good or Great Deals:
80
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,454
Price Range:
$9,996 - $18,499
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$17,056
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$14,454 - $19,945
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
398
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
84,535
# Good or Great Deals:
143
Chevrolet Trax Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Trax Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Chevrolet Trax
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
5.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.9 - 7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
16.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Chevrolet Trax
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
4.8 - 8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
16.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.8 - 4.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.9 - 11.4
Chevrolet Trax Rankings
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66 out of / 67Chevrolet Trax Rankings
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66 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Chevrolet Trax Trim Levels
LS, LT, Premier
2018 Chevrolet Trax Trim Levels
LS, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2805 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3124 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Topaz Metallic
Red
Crimson Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Storm Blue Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Beige
Sandy Ridge Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Jet Black/Light Ash Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Jet Black/Light Ash Gray
