2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2026 Mazda CX-30
Overview | |
MSRP$21,700 | MSRP$26,375 |
Listings3200 | Listings1701 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2026 Chevrolet Trax Reviews SummaryThe Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
2026 Mazda CX-30 Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.6 cu ft | Cargo Space20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight2983 lbs | Curb Weight3395 lbs |
Height61.4 in | Height61.4 in |
Length178.6 in | Length173.0 in |
Width71.8 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase104.4 in |
Maximum Payload1162 lbs | Maximum Payload986 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,700 | $26,375 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Trax is the cheapest new car Chevrolet sells in Canada. It takes the place of compact sedans and hatchbacks in the Bowtie brand’s lineup while competing with entry-level crossover SUVs such as the Hyundai Venue and the Nissan Kicks Play. The current Trax was introduced for the 2024 model year, and for 2026 the only changes are two new exterior colour options. White Sands is available with Activ and RS models, while Apex Red is available with RS and LT models. Verdict: Blending elements of compact cars and crossover SUVs, the Trax hits a sweet spot of utility and affordability. It’s also pleasant to drive and offers impressive infotainment tech, but a lack of solid safety ratings and all-wheel drive are the trade-offs. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 186 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 186 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.2L 137 hp I3 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm | 186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 31 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.6 cu ft | 20.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2983 lbs | 3395 lbs |
Height | 61.4 in | 61.4 in |
Length | 178.6 in | 173.0 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1162 lbs | 986 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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