The Chevrolet: The great withdrawal
Chevrolet Philippines has introduced brilliant vehicles over the years. There’s the Trailblazer mid-size SUV, which in its heyday, made the Ford Everest, Toyota Fortuner, and the Mitsubishi Montero Sport a run for their money.
They also have the Chevrolet Colorado, a pick-up truck that challenged the perennially present Toyota Hilux and other dominant truck models here in the Philippines.
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Before we get to the point however, it should be mentioned that Chevrolet, even in international markets, is primarily known for three things; high-performance vehicles, SUVs, and pick-up trucks.
Just the mere mention of Chevy will make many car guys think of V8s, diesel, trucks, SUVs, and the Camaro. When told about the Chevrolet Trax though, many will scratch their head and will then respond with a shrug. That is regrettable.
Then there’s the Chevrolet Trax. A decent car that could have rocked the subcompact crossover boat. Could have is the operative word though.
It's painfully obvious that only a few people bought the Trax
Now Chevrolet over the years is suffering internationally despite their great models. And recently, it has been confirmed that General Motors, Chevy’s mother company will be pulling out of markets around SEA and Oceania to focus on sustainable profitability.
To put it simply, it’s painful but it makes sense. And of course, one of the victims here is the humble Trax which despite being released way back in 2015, a good five years ago, didn’t really catch on with Filipinos.
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It's got a simple but clean style that we rather like. And we like eggs a lot don't we
Why is that? Might be marketing, or Chevy might just lack the industrial scale to make it compete effectively against the likes of the Subaru XV, the Ford Ecosport, and even the weird looking Nissan Juke. But still…
Here are the reasons why the Chevy Trax is actually a decent vehicle
1. Great room
While it can barely fit five people, the Chevy Trax does have a great leg and headroom. Plus, it has a 530-liter cargo space which is generous compared to its competitors.
2. Decent engine
The 1.4-liter which can make up to 140 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque which for the size and weight of the Trax, makes it very peppy.
3. Clean styling
With the abundance of wildly styled vehicles common in the market right now, the look of the Trax, in contrast, is clean and is easy to look at.
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Also, the interior of the Trax looks well-arranged
So what’s going to replace the Trax?
That’s the Chinese made Tracker to replace the Trax. It is larger than the Trax and certainly looks a lot like the bigger Chevrolet Blazer. When are we going to see the Tracker? We don’t know yet.
If the Tracker gets introduced here, let's hope it fares a bit better than the Trax
Know more about Chevrolet Trax 2024
The Chevrolet Trax is a compact crossover. In the Philippines, its three variants are the LT priced at Php 1,793,888, Redline priced at Php 1,866,888, and the top-spec RS which retails at Php 1,948,888.
All three trims of the Trax use a 1.2-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine that’s capable of producing up to 137 horsepower and 220 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels via a six-speed automatic gearbox.
The Trax is 4,537mm long, 2,035mm wide, and 1,560mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,700mm and a ground clearance of 186mm.
Locally, the Trax competes against the Kia Seltos, Toyota Corolla Cross, Nissan Kicks, Mazda CX-30, Honda HR-V, etc.
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Chevrolet Trax Launch
The Chevrolet Trax was launched for the Philippine market on July 4, 2023. It comes with three trims: the entry-level LT, the mid-spec Redline, and the top-spec RS.
Chevrolet Trax Exterior
The Trax sports a modern and bold look that is set to take the crossover market by storm. LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, power-folding side mirrors, and LED taillights are standard for all trims. Only the LT doesn’t come with a sunroof, while a rear spoiler and a fin-type antenna are common for all trims.
Chevrolet Trax Interior
Step inside the Trax and you’ll be greeted by a cabin with ample room for five. The higher-spec models feature power-adjustable front seats, automatic air-conditioning, an AC cabin filter, leather seats, and a power tailgate.
All variants get a bench-type rear seat with 60:40 split-folding, a push-to-start button, smart passive entry, and an electronic parking brake.
Technology & Safety Features
Higher-spec trims of the Trax come standard with an 11-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This screen is then paired with a six-piece speaker system. All three variants get USB charging ports, but only the top-spec RS gets a wireless charging pad.
Handling safety for this crossover is a total of six airbags, anti-lock braking, stability control, traction control, brake assist, rollover mitigation, etc.
Those are then supported by a number of advanced safety features including forward collision alert, following distance indicator, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, auto high beam control, vehicle forward movement detection, tire pressure monitoring, etc.
Platform & Chassis
Providing ride comfort for the Trax is a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam rear suspension. Braking for all four wheels is then handled by disc brakes.
Engine & Drivetrain
All three variants of the Trax use a 1.2-liter inline-3 turbocharged gasoline engine that’s capable of producing up to 137 horsepower and 220 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels via a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Chevrolet Trax 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Trax 1.2 LT | ₱1,793,888 |
| Chevrolet Trax 1.2 Redline | ₱1,866,888 |
| Chevrolet Trax 1.2 RS | ₱1,948,888 |
Chevrolet Trax FAQs
1. Is a Chevrolet Trax a good car to buy?
Yes, the Trax 2022 is a good car to buy. Good warranty, durable ride and performance, and fuel economy are big plus points of the car.
2. What is the body type of Chevrolet Trax?
Chevrolet Trax Philippines is a compact crossover car.
3. What engine is in a Chevrolet Trax?
The Chevrolet Trax gives users a 1.4-liter turbocharged Ecotec gasoline engine.
4. What are the dimensions of the Chevrolet Trax?
2022 Trax dimensions are 4,228 mm long, 2,035mm wide and 1,674mm in height.
5. Does the Chevrolet Trax have a reverse camera?
Yes, LT variant has reverse camera. With the reverse camera, you can see what is behind the car on the screen
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