If there was an award for ‘most improved’ in the auto industry, it would surely have been won by the Chevrolet Trax. The first-gen model was an awkwardly styled and underpowered lumpen econobox while its latest iteration is stylish yet remains relatively affordable.
If shopping the Trax, be sure to also put the Nissan Kicks, Hyundai Kona, and front-wheel drive copies of the Toyota Corolla Cross on your list. The recently discontinued Kia Soul is another choice, if you can find a new one.
GM doesn’t change much with this model for 2026 save for a shuffling of available paint colours. White Sands and Apex Red are added while Crimson Metallic and Nitro Yellow hit the bin. There is also a new Midnight Edition available on the LT trim.
Powering this vehicle is a turbocharged engine displacing just 1.2L but making 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic is its dance partner which is welcome in this age of miserable CVTs. Front-wheel drive is the only option.
The little Trax is good on fuel, though it cannot match some of its hybrid-powered rivals, even larger ones. NRCan estimates owners should get about 8.5 L/100 km in the city, 7.6 on the highway, and 8.1 combined. As comrade Dyatlov once said, “not great, not terrible”.
Despite its affordable price, the Trax comes standard in all trims with a raft of active safety features. The back cam is a high-def unit, a following distance indicator helps in traffic, forward collision alert warns of impending doom, and lane keeping with lane departure warning are all included no matter which trim is chosen.
Consumer Reports gives the Trax a middling score for predicted reliability, suggesting a 46-of-100 score based on its measurement criteria. Predicted satisfaction is also midpack. These scores lag behind rivals from Subaru and Toyota.
With an impressive-looking cabin centred around a large and uniquely shaped housing for its large infotainment touchscreen, the Trax’s interior does punch slightly above its weight class. Speaker and USB port count rise with trim levels, base models light their fires with an old school key, and heated seats are available on every model. The steering wheel adjusts for reach and rake across the board, as well.
There is overlap in the Chevy showroom for its small crossovers, with this Trax measuring 4,536 millimetres or 178.6 inches. Width of this car, not counting the mirrors, is 1,824 mm (71.6 inches) which contributes to its relatively spacious feeling in its cabin. Ground clearance is 7.2 inches or 185 millimetres.
For this model year, a base Trax starts at $26,699 plus fees, making it one of the more affordable new rigs on sale in Canada. Even once non-negotiables like freight and such are added, the tab (plus sales tax) is still under 30 grand. A fully loaded top trim is about five grand more.
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| Engine Detail | Gasoline: 1.2L I-3 |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Drive Wheels | FWD |
| Cargo Space Range | 724 - 1531 L (25.6 - 54.1 ft³) |
| Towing / Payload | 463 kg (1021 lbs) |
| Wheel Size | 18-inch Alloy |
| Infotainment System | 8.00-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Comprehensive Warranty | 36 Months / 60,000 km |
| Powertrain Warranty | 60 Months / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Warranty | 60 Months / 100,000 km |
| Battery Warranty | - |
| Paint Warranty | 36 Months / 60,000 km |
| Corrosion Warranty | 72 Months / 160,000 km |
| City Rating | 8.5 L/100 km |
|---|---|
| Highway Rating | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Compressor | Standard (Turbo) |
| Fuel Type | Unleaded |
| Other Fuel Type | None |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L |
| Battery Type | - |
| Onboard Charger | - |
| Charging Time | - |
| Fuel Range | - |
| Battery Range | - |
| Total Range | 617 km |
| Emission CO2 kg/year | 190 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4536 mm (178.6 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm (106.3 in) |
| Overall Height | 1650 mm (65.0 in) |
| Turning Circle | 11200 mm (36.7 ft) |
| Front Track | 1562 mm (61.5 in) |
| Rear Track | 1578 mm (62.1 in) |
| Curb Weight | 1417 kg (3124 lbs) |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Seating | 2+3 seats |
| Headroom Front | 1006 mm (39.6 in) |
| Headroom Rear | 968 mm (38.1 in) |
| Legroom Front | 1064 mm (41.9 in) |
| Legroom Rear | 983 mm (38.7 in) |
| Hiproom Front | 1323 mm (52.1 in) |
| Hiproom Rear | 1163 mm (45.8 in) |
| Shoulder Room Front | 1415 mm (55.7 in) |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 1379 mm (54.3 in) |
| Cargo Dimensions | |
| All seats in place | 724 L (25.6 ft³) |
| All seats down | 1531 L (54.1 ft³) |
| Crash Test Results | |
|---|---|
| Standard | NHTSA |
| Side Impact | - |
| Rollover Rating | - |
| Overall Rating | - |
| Frontal Crash Rating | - |
| Moderate Overlap Front Test | - |
| Small Overlap Front - Driver | - |
| Roof Strength Test | - |
| Rear Crash Protect / Head Restraint Rating | - |
| Driver Assist Equipment | |
| Airbags | 6 (Front, Side, Side Curtain) |
| Anti-Collision System | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Standard |
| Roll Stability Control | Not Available |
| Hill Holder | Standard |
| Night Vision | Not Available |
| Low Tire Pressure Monitor | Standard |
| Audio System | 4-speaker |
|---|---|
| Display & Controls | 8.00-inch, Touchscreen |
| Voice Activating System | - |
| Audio Sources | Carplay, Android, USB, Bluetooth, AM/FM, Satellite Radio |
| Rear Entertainment System | Not Available |
| In-car WiFi Network | Standard |
| Wireless Charging Pad | Not Available |
| Navigation | Standard |
| Head-up Display | Not Available |
| Instrument panel | Analogue & Digital |
| Sunroof | Not Available |
|---|---|
| Smart Key | - |
| Steering Wheel | Heated, Height Adjustment, Telescopic Adjustment |
| Rear View Mirror | auto-dimming |
| Door Mirrors | Power Adjustable, Heated |
| Climate Control | A/C, Manual, - Zones |
| Seat Material | Cloth, Cloth |
| Front Seat | Heated |
| Memory Seats | Not Available |
| Rear Seats | Bench, Asymmetrical |
| Rear Seat Extras | - |
| Third Row Seats | Not Available |
| Cupholders | Standard |
| Power Locks | Standard |
| Power Windows | Standard |
| Remote Engine Starter | Standard |
| Garage Door Opener | Not Available |
| Automatic Door Closing | Not Available |
| Remote trunk/hatch release | Standard, Remote Control |
| Refrigerated Storage Compartment | Not Available |
| Suspension | Torsion Beam |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not Available |
| Suspension Levelling | Not Available |
| Responsive Suspension | Not Available |
| Power Steering | Electric |
| Windshield Wipers | Variable |
| Windscreen Wiper De-icer | Not Available |
| Wiper (Rear) | Intermittent |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard |
| Electrically Heated Windshield | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | Not Available |
| Wheels | 18-inch Alloy |
| Tires | 225/55S18, All-season |
| Spare Wheel | Standard, Spacesaver |
| Cruise control | Standard |
| Parking Aids | Rear, Radar & Camera |
| 360º View Camera | Not Available |
| Headlights | LED, Projector Beam, Auto Highbeam |
| Front Fog Lights | Not Available |
| Cornering Lights/Curb Illumination | Not Available |
Copyright © JATO Dynamics Limited, 1990 - 2022. All Rights Reserved.The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD is equipped with a[n]Gasoline 1.2L I-3 engine that can produce up to 137 hp @ 5000 rpm horsepower and a maximum torque of 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm. The transmission is a[n] 6-Speed Automatic with front-wheel drive.
The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD has a 50 L fuel tank and requires Unleaded. Natural Resources Canada estimates that the 2026 Chevrolet Trax will use about 8.5 L/100 km when you drive in the city and 7.6 L/100 km for highway driving.
The dimensions of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD are 4536 mm (178.6 in) in length, 1824 mm (71.8 in) in width, 1650 mm (65.0 in) in height.
It has an approximate weight of 1417 kg (3124 lbs) and seating for 2+3 seats in the front and rear seats.
The Trax offers 724 L (25.6 ft³) of cargo space in the trunk. With all the rear seats folded, the cargo space is up to 1531 L (54.1 ft³). The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD's towing capacity is rated at 463 kg (1021 lbs).
The Trax 1RS FWD wheels measure 18-inch in diameter. The size of the Spare Wheels is a Standard, Spacesaver size.
The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD features total of 6 (Front, Side, Side Curtain) airbags and Standard anti-collision System, Standard lane departure warning, Standard hill holder and Standard low tire pressure monitor. Additional safety equipment includes LED, Projector Beam, Auto Highbeam headlights and Rear, Radar & Camera parking assistance.
The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD Vehicle is equipped with a 4-speaker audio system and features a 8.00-inch, Touchscreen display with voice-activating capabilities for . You can also connect your device to the audio system via Carplay, Android, USB, Bluetooth, AM/FM, Satellite Radio.
No, The 2026 Chevrolet Trax 1RS FWD doesn't have memory seats. Memory seats adjust the seat settings quickly and easily to saved preferences without having to manually adjust. Additionally, this trim also comes with Heated and Cloth seats in front.
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