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2009 Chevrolet Traverse
$29,215 - $41,975Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Seatings
7 Seats
Overview
The new Traverse has a smoothly styled exterior, with styling details--including the front grille--borrowed from recent Chevrolet cars such as the Malibu. Inside, it also offers an experience that's more car-like.
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EPA Classification: 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine Order Code: LLT
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.6L/220
Fuel System: SIDI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 288 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 270 @ 3400
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: MH6
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.48
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.87
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.41
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.74
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.88
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.16
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High:
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low:
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 23
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 11.8
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 5066
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brake Type: Power
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8 x 1.1
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 13 x 0.8
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: QQD
Rear Tire Order Code: QQD
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P255/55R20
Rear Tire Size: P255/55R20
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): 17 x - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Power
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.89
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 40.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 22.0
Wheelbase (in): 118.9
Length, Overall (in): 205.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 78.4
Height, Overall (in): 70.4
Track Width, Front (in): 67.8
Track Width, Rear (in): 67.4
Min Ground Clearance (in): 7.2
Rear Door Opening Height (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 117.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 68.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³): 26.1
Passenger Capacity: 7
Passenger Volume (ft³): 153.1
Front Head Room (in): 40.4
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in): 62.0
Front Hip Room (in): 59.1
Second Head Room (in): 39.4
Second Leg Room (in): 36.8
Second Shoulder Room (in): 61.3
Second Hip Room (in): 57.8
Third Head Room (in): 37.8
Third Leg Room (in): 33.2
Third Shoulder Room (in): 57.6
Third Hip Room (in): 48.3
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Traverse
Body Style: 4 Door
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5
Pricing
This model has 8 different trims.
MSRP
$41,975
Invoice
$39,666
Description
3.6L/220, 288 @ 6300, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 8 different trims.
City
16 MPG
Hwy
23 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Description
3.6L/220, 288 @ 6300, Automatic
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