Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Flex
In comparing the Chevrolet Traverse's and the Ford Flex's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Traverse has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Ford Flex has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Traverse's and the Ford Flex's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Flex Pricing
A used 2019 Chevrolet Traverse ranges from $21,955 to $37,900 while a used 2019 Ford Flex is priced between $20,732 to $32,957.
Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Flex Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Traverse loses 51.3 percent of its value and the Ford Flex loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Ford Flex retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Traverse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Traverse’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Ford Flex base engine makes 287 horsepower. The Traverse is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The Flex is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 428 miles. This gives the Chevrolet Traverse the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Flex. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Traverse has an average safety rating of 4.81 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$21,955 - $37,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$20,732 - $32,957
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
Chevrolet Traverse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Ford Flex Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Traverse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
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10 out of / 30Ranking
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25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
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40 out of / 62Ranking
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58 out of / 66Ford Flex Rankings
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2 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
5 out of / 66Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
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8 out of / 30Ranking
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48 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels
High Country, L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, Premier, RS
Ford Flex Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
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):
4.81 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
287 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
298 / 428 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.2 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
98.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
20 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
175.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4362 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
204.3 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4439 lbs
Width:
88.8 inches
Height:
68 inches
Length:
201.8 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R17
