2020 Chevrolet Trax

If youve ever looked at a compact SUV and thought, This could use a little less drama and a little more practicality, then the 2020 Chevrolet Trax LS is the crossover for you. Its the SUV that packs just enough punch to get you through your daily errands, but not so much that youll start second-guessing your life choices. Performance: The Tortoise, Not the Hare Under the hood, you'll find a humble 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that delivers a respectable 138 horsepower. No, its not going to win any drag races, but it will get you to the grocery store and back without breaking a sweat. Plus, the turbocharged bit means its just peppy enough to make you feel like youre driving something fancy, even if you're just running to the dry cleaners. Fuel Economy: 26 mpg city / 31 mpg highway (more miles for your money because why not?) Transmission: 6-speed automatic (Because sometimes, life is better when its automatic, right?) Exterior: Small, but Mighty The Trax LS is like the superhero of compact SUVs small in stature, but dont let its size fool you. Its the SUV that fits perfectly into that tight parking spot and doesnt mind a quick dart around the city. It's like a ninja in trafficsneaky, nimble, and always getting you where you need to go. Wheels: 16-inch steel wheels (because the Trax isnt here to flaunt its here to get things done). Grille: Bold, but not obnoxious. Its confident without yelling. Interior: Youve Got the Basics, and Thats It. Inside, its all about function over flash. Sure, you wont find leather seats or a gold-plated dashboard, but you will find comfortable cloth seats and enough room for a weekend trip to the local Costco. No frillsjust the essentials. Seats: Cloth, because sometimes you just need something soft to sit on while you listen to the podcast youre way too obsessed with. Infotainment: 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (Your phone gets the VIP treatment here. Your car? Well, its doing the best it can). Cargo Space: 18.7 cubic feet, which means you can haul your groceries, your dogs carrier, or even that random table you found at a yard sale. Safety: Because We All Need a Little Backup No one wants to be caught without backup especially in the modern world. So, the Trax LS comes standard with a rearview camera and a bunch of safety features that are like your invisible co-pilot, ensuring you dont do anything too crazy. Rearview Camera: So you dont back into your neighbors car. (You know the one who parks like theyve never seen a straight line in their life.) Teen Driver Mode: If youve got a teenager whos just learning to drive, itll help you keep tabs on their driving habits. (Because, honestly, how else are you supposed to survive your kid's learning period?) Driving: Urban Jungle, Meet Urban Explorer Driving the Trax LS is like having a quiet little sidekick on your adventures. Its never too loud or too flashy, but its always ready to go wherever the road takes you whether thats across town for brunch or across the state to visit relatives you never talk to. Handling: Nimble enough to avoid traffic, tight enough for that parking spot you totally nabbed.