2011 Chevrolet Traverse LS

The 2011 Traverse is Chevrolet's mid-size SUV, a roomy three-row crossover that competes with the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. It rides smoothly and handles predictably, feeling more car-like than truck-like, which makes it easy to drive every day. Inside, the Traverse offers generous space for up to eight, with a third row that folds flat to open up a large cargo area. Some owners mention flimsy interior plastic bits and occasional electrical gremlins, but the powertrain itself holds up well. The LS is the base Traverse, so it skips the LT's power-adjustable driver seat and rear climate controls, but you still get the same roomy three-row cabin and standard StabiliTrak. It uses a 3.6L V6 making 281 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive that handles snow and gravel confidently; expect 19 mpg combined in mixed driving.