2026 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2026 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$68,300 | MSRP$40,800 |
Listings183 | Listings394 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2026 BMW X5 Reviews Summary | |
2026 Chevrolet Traverse Reviews SummaryAs a three-row crossover SUV, the Traverse has advantages over both minivans and full-size body-on-frame SUVs, but it also falls short in some ways. The same goes for the Traverse versus its competition. It rides better than full-size models but can’t tow as much, and it has a similar amount of space to a minivan but is less accessible. Verdict: The Traverse provides the space and ride quality that sets crossovers apart from body-on-frame SUVs, but it lacks some of the refinement of its rivals. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine2.5L 328 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space22.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4919 lbs | Curb Weight4504 lbs |
Height69.1 in | Height70.9 in |
Length194.2 in | Length204.5 in |
Width87.3 in | Width87.9 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Maximum Payload1054 lbs | Maximum Payload1669 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $68,300 | $40,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | As a three-row crossover SUV, the Traverse has advantages over both minivans and full-size body-on-frame SUVs, but it also falls short in some ways. The same goes for the Traverse versus its competition. It rides better than full-size models but can’t tow as much, and it has a similar amount of space to a minivan but is less accessible. Verdict: The Traverse provides the space and ride quality that sets crossovers apart from body-on-frame SUVs, but it lacks some of the refinement of its rivals. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4919 lbs | 4504 lbs |
Height | 69.1 in | 70.9 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 204.5 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 87.9 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 121.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1054 lbs | 1669 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7200 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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