2026 Chevrolet Traverse: What's New, Trims, Specs & Features
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse delivers 328 hp from a turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder engine across all trims. That is a significant output jump over previous Traverse generations, paired with an 8-speed automatic and up to 5,000 lbs of towing. This page covers every trim, key specs, and new features, with current inventory available at Jim Norton T-Town Chevrolet in Tulsa.
What's New for 2026
The headline addition for the 2026 Traverse is two new exterior color options: Polar White Tricoat and Sandstone Gray. These expand the palette to eight choices, giving buyers more ways to personalize the SUV before they configure trim-specific packages.
The standard powertrain carries over with full force: 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque from the turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder, an output level that makes the Traverse one of the stronger entries in the three-row family SUV segment. Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance, introduced in the prior generation, is now standard on both the High Country and RS trims and available on LT and Z71, reflecting a broader rollout of the technology.
The 17.7-inch touchscreen with Google built-in remains standard across the lineup, and the AutoSense Power Liftgate continues as a standard feature on every trim.
Trim Lineup
Six additional configurations build from there.
LT
The entry point delivers the full 328 hp engine, 17.7-inch touchscreen, Google built-in, standard Chevy Safety Assist, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, remote start, wireless phone charging, and the AutoSense power liftgate. Premium cloth seating and an 18-inch Grazen Metallic machined-face wheel are standard. Super Cruise is available as part of the Enhanced Driving Package.
Z71 AWD
The off-road-oriented trim adds AWD as standard, Hill Descent Control, 18-inch all-terrain tires, High Gloss Black roof-mounted side rails, and the Z71's Advanced Twin Clutch AWD system. Ground clearance rises to 7.76 inches compared to 6.77 inches on the standard models. Red tow hooks and Evotex seating with Torch Red stitching give it a distinct character inside and out.
High Country
The luxury-focused trim steps up with perforated leather-appointed seating, ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, power-folding outside mirrors, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering column, Bose premium audio, Active Noise Cancellation, memory settings, HD Surround Vision, and Super Cruise as standard. LED headlamps, LED tail lamps, silver roof rails, and chrome door handles define the exterior.
RS
The sport-appearance trim shares the High Country's feature depth but takes a different visual direction. High Gloss Black sporty grille, 22-inch High Gloss Black painted aluminum wheels, black bodyside moldings, High Gloss Black roof-mounted side rails, and a wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel separate it visually. RS Jet Black with Torch Red accents on perforated leather seats is the signature interior choice. Super Cruise is standard.
Performance & Powertrain
Every 2026 Traverse uses the same turbocharged 2.5L DOHC 4-cylinder producing 328 hp at 5,500 rpm and 326 lb-ft of torque at 3,500 rpm. The engine pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission across all configurations.
FWD models return 20 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG. EPA fuel economy ratings AWD models return 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG, reflecting the added weight and mechanical load of the AWD system. FWD models carry a 19.4-gallon fuel tank; AWD models use a larger 21.7-gallon tank.
Towing capacity reaches 5,000 lbs on properly equipped models. The Z71 adds Hill Descent Control and an Advanced Twin Clutch AWD system for improved off-road and low-traction capability. MacPherson strut front suspension and a 5-link independent rear setup handle ride and handling across all trims.
Interior, Comfort & Cargo
The Traverse seats seven passengers across three rows as standard, with an available 8-passenger configuration (bench second row) on LT models. Front headroom measures 42.6 inches, second-row legroom reaches 41.5 inches, and third-row passengers get 32.1 inches of legroom.
Cargo flexibility is a core strength. With all seats up, 22.9 cu ft of space sits behind the third row. Fold the third row and that grows to 56.6 cu ft. Maximum cargo space reaches 98 cu ft with both rows folded.
Smart Slide second-row seats allow rear-row access without fully folding the seat. Tri-zone automatic climate control is standard across all trims. The AutoSense Power Liftgate opens hands-free on every model, a practical feature for Tulsa families loading up for a weekend trip.
High Country and RS trims add ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, second-row bucket seats (replacing the standard bench), and memory settings on the driver seat and mirrors.
Technology & Infotainment
The 17.7-inch diagonal touchscreen is the largest standard display in the three-row SUV class and comes on every 2026 Traverse. Chevy Traverse technology overview Paired with an 11-inch Driver Information Center, the dual-screen setup provides a heads-up view of navigation and vehicle data.
Google built-in means Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play are embedded directly, without needing a phone connection. Wireless phone charging, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, and SiriusXM with 360L Trial are standard on all trims.
Super Cruise, Chevrolet's hands-free driver assistance system, is standard on High Country and RS and available on LT and Z71 through the Enhanced Driving Package. The Key Card feature (lock, unlock, and start with a tap card) is standard on High Country and RS and available on LT and Z71.
Safety & Driver Assistance
Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every 2026 Traverse. The suite includes Forward Collision Warning with pedestrian and bicyclist detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Steering Assist, and IntelliBeam automatic high beams.
Additional standard features across the lineup include Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Automatic Braking, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Pedestrian Alert, Safety Alert Seat, Rear-Seat Reminder, Buckle to Drive, and Teen Driver.
The Safety Alert Seat vibrates the seat bottom to warn the driver of hazards from either side, without requiring eyes off the road. Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking and Side Bicyclist Alert add coverage at complex traffic situations. LED Reflective Windshield Collision Alert projects visual alerts directly into the driver's field of view.
High Country and RS trims add HD Surround Vision, Traffic Sign Recognition, Driver Attention Assist, Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, and Super Cruise as standard features.
Who It's For / vs the Prior Year
The 2026 Traverse is the right choice for buyers who want three-row capacity with genuine performance output. At 328 hp, it outmuscles most competitors in its class and handles a 5,000 lb trailer without needing a separate truck-based platform.
Compared to the prior generation, the 2026 model's biggest practical additions are the broader rollout of Super Cruise (now standard on two trims), the two new color options, and the consistent availability of the 17.7-inch touchscreen from the base LT upward.
Buyers cross-shopping the Z71 against a truck-based SUV will find the Traverse's independent rear suspension and 7.76-inch ground clearance hit a practical middle ground for mixed-use driving around Tulsa and beyond. Those prioritizing tech and luxury will find the High Country and RS trims deliver Bose audio, ventilated leather seats, and hands-free driving capability at a price point below full-size luxury alternatives.
See the 2026 Traverse at Jim Norton T-Town Chevrolet in Tulsa
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse brings 328 hp, a 17.7-inch Google-powered touchscreen, and Super Cruise hands-free technology to the three-row SUV segment. Tulsa-area shoppers can view current inventory, compare trims side by side, and schedule a test drive at Jim Norton T-Town Chevrolet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two new exterior colors, Polar White Tricoat and Sandstone Gray, are the primary additions for 2026. Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance is now standard on High Country and RS trims and available on LT and Z71 via the Enhanced Driving Package.
328 hp, produced by a turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. Torque is rated at 326 lb-ft, both figures applying to every trim in the lineup.
FWD models are EPA-rated at 20 city / 27 highway / 23 combined MPG. AWD models return 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG.
Seven passengers in the standard configuration. LT models offer an available 8-passenger seating option with a second-row bench seat.
The 2026 Traverse tows up to 5,000 lbs on properly equipped models.
Super Cruise is standard on High Country and RS trims. On LT and Z71 models, it is available as part of the Enhanced Driving Package.
Seven configurations are offered: LT FWD, LT AWD, Z71 AWD, High Country FWD, High Country AWD, RS FWD, and RS AWD.
Yes. Every 2026 Traverse includes a 17.7-inch touchscreen with Google built-in, which integrates Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play without requiring a connected phone.
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