2019 Chevrolet Traverse LS

The 2019 Traverse is Chevrolet's largest SUV, slotting above the Equinox and offering three rows of seating for up to eight. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Ford Explorer in the family-hauler segment. The V6 gives the Traverse confident acceleration, and the ride stays composed on highways, though the steering feels a bit light. The cabin is genuinely roomy, with a third row that fits adults and generous cargo space behind it when folded. Tech highlights include an available Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a suite of driver aids like forward collision alert. The LS is the trim to pick if you want the Traverse's roomy three-row interior but don't need leather or a sunroof; stepping up to the LT adds niceties like roof rails and a power driver seat. It's front-wheel drive with the same 3.6L V6 as the whole lineup, making 305 horsepower and paired to the nine-speed automatic; you'll average 21 mpg combined, which is competitive for this size. This trim skips the RS's blacked-out sport styling and the High Country's premium interior, but you still get the useful Chevy Safety Assist suite and space for eight.