Gone is the 3.6-liter V6 from the outgoing model, and the 2024 Traverse range now gets an all-new 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that brings with it a solid increase in power specs. New outputs are 315 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque, up from 310 hp and 266 lb-ft. There’s no indication of what 0-60 mph times are, but it’s reasonable to expect an improvement, considering the improved torque figure, particularly.
An eight-speed automatic transmission does duty across the range, and while front-wheel drive is standard, AWD is available to all trims, although it’s the only option on the Z71. This model also gets a twin-clutch setup to optimize traction in off-road conditions, along with a Terrain Mode. In this configuration, the suspension dampers help to keep the ride smooth over rougher surfaces.
The new engine in the Chevrolet Traverse should improve performance and efficiency, but it doesn’t change the towing capacity. The Chevy SUV can still only tow up to 5,000 lbs, when correctly equipped.
The Traverse is likely to spend its time in the city, though, ferrying humans around, and so it’s equipped with more standard safety features and driver assistance tech than before. New additions to the available features list for 2024 include rear pedestrian alert, adaptive cruise control, side bicyclist alert, and intersection automatic emergency braking. This supplements the standard fare, which includes a following distance indicator, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, rear park assist, an HD rear vision camera, blind zone steering assist, and traffic sign recognition. Super Cruise hands-free driving is also available.