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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $28,073–$37,427 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax SL is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 7.4/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.3/10, while Performance at 5.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.1/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.2/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 5.9/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. At 7.4/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $28,073–$37,427, 32 MPG, seating 5, the Chevrolet Trax SL sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. Its value score of 8.3/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: The 2024 Chevrolet Trax SL sits in the middle of the field. Until its performance scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax SL ranks #1166 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 53% of the segment. Its 7.4/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $28,073 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $36,079 by about 22%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking → · Best SUVs under $35k →
Smart-money pick: the 2021 Chevrolet Trax SL scores 7.2/10 — within striking distance of the 2024's 7.4 — and starts roughly $2,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.2/10 | $28,914 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.4/10 | $28,073 | |
| 2023 | 7.3/10 | $27,231 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.2/10 | $26,388 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.2/10 | $25,546 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.1/10 | $24,703 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.1/10 | $23,861 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.0/10 | $23,019 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.0/10 | $22,178 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.9/10 | $21,335 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.8/10 | $20,493 | Read review → |
We rate the 2024 Chevrolet Trax SL's reliability 7.1/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class.
It scores 7.4/10 overall, ranking #1166 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 53% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax SL starts at $28,073 and ranges up to $37,427 across trims (MSRP when new). At 32 MPG, expect roughly $1,641/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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