2019 Chevrolet Trax
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax is a compact SUV, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 28
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $21,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Trax |
| Model year | 2019 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 1.4 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 26 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 31 |
| Combined MPG | 28 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 316 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2200 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Trax | 28 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Trax AWD | 26 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 26 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 13% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $18,900
- Total interest
- $3,288
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≈ $1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (2)
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT19V312000 · 2019-04-18
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. A joint in one or both of the front lower-control arms may have been improperly welded. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A182202370.
- AIR BAGS18V774000 · 2018-11-01
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway).
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Trax. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Chevrolet Trax costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2019 Chevrolet Trax?
The 2019 Chevrolet Trax is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC