Around town, the engine’s turbocharger provides a decent amount of low-end punch, but as soon as you need to pass or merge on the highway, the engine runs out of steam. The turbocharged 1.4-liter inline-four makes 138 hp, a low number for this segment, and it’s buzzy and unrefined. Only one engine is offered in the Trax, and it’s not a great one. Three new colors are available: Storm Blue Metallic, Sandy Ridge Metallic, and the extra-cost Cajun Red Tintcoat. The Premier trim now comes standard with forward-collision and lane-departure warnings and gains a sunroof. What's New for 2018?Ĭhevrolet has given the Trax some visual punch for 2018 by introducing the Redline Edition appearance package, which adds black exterior trim, black 18-inch wheels with red stripes, and black leatherette-and-cloth seating surfaces. A long list of standard equipment, which includes touchscreen infotainment and onboard Wi-Fi, is the Trax’s saving grace and represents much of its appeal. Speaking of soul, driving enthusiasts will want to direct their attention to the 10Best Cars–winning Kia Soul or the zippy Mazda CX-3. The Trax is comfortable and handles competently, but its weak turbocharged engine does nothing to stir the soul. The restrained styling of the Chevrolet Trax will appeal to modest buyers who prefer not to have eyes on them in traffic, unlike like those who are drawn to its more flamboyant competitors.

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