By Darlene Donloe
THE CAR: 2018 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE FWD PREMIER
I drove the silver ice metallic Chevrolet Traverse with the jet-black interior on the first snowfall of the season in the city of Detroit. The roads were icy and there were lots of spinouts. But I felt confident in the Traverse, which glides effortlessly around town and maneuvers through traffic and on icy roads – with ease. The car has enough girth to make it feel like it’s hugging the road.
This is a nice looking SUV. Really nice. It handles well, is quiet (limited road noise), comfortable and has a nice ride. Yay, there is lots of legroom, making the cabin accommodating and quite comfy. Best of all, it’s kinda affordable. This three-row crossover with a convenient deck is a manly car with a spacious interior. The Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system ROCKS! The system has a bright, instinctual screen with lots of stylish features. The third row is OK for kids. It could/would be OK for adults if the second row is moved forward. This current incarnation replaces the first-generation Traverse. The 2018 version presents fine-tuning as well as packaging and connectivity advances. Conveniently there are two USB charge points for the second row – coupled with a 110-volt outlet.
VEHICLE AT A GLANCE: Engine, 3.6L V6, SIDI, WT, transmission, 9-speed automatic, tire, compact spare, antilock brake system, 4-wheel disc, keyless open and start, rear camera mirror, rear park assist, rear cross traffic alert, lane change alert w/side blind zone alert, surround vision, wheels, 20” argent metallic machined faced aluminum, front fog lamps, LED headlamps and tail lamps, leather appointed seat trim, seating, 7-passenger, seat, third row, 60/40 bench, manual fold, leather wrap steering wheel, heated steering wheel, steering column, power tilt & telescopic, roof rails, remote vehicle start, liftgate, rear power, hands free, wireless device charging, Bose premium 10 speaker sound system, air conditioning, universal home remote, Chevrolet Mylink audio system w/navigation, 8” diagonal color touchscreen, select Bluetooth streaming, Apple Carplay capability & android auto capability provided by Apple and Google available with compatible smartphones, OnStar includes 5-year basic plan plus limited trial of guidance plan w/automatic crash response, navigation & more.
MSRP: $47,930
FUEL ECONOMY: 18/27
THE DRIVE: Smooth!
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