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| Manufacturer | General Motors |
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| Also called | Chevrolet Grand Blazer (South America) |
| Production | 2008–present (North America) 2011– (South America)[citation needed] |
| Model years | 2009–present (North America) 2012– (South America) |
| Assembly | Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States (2008–2009); Lansing Delta Township Assembly, Delta Township, Michigan, United States (2010–present) |
| Predecessor | Chevrolet Uplander and Chevrolet TrailBlazer (North America) Chevrolet Blazer (South America) |
| Class | Full-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 4-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / All-wheel drive |
| Platform | GM Lambda platform/GMT561 (Series GMT960) |
| Engine | 3.6L VVT DI High Feature V6 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in (3,020 mm) |
| Length | 2009-2012: 205.0 in (5,207 mm) 2013-: 203.7 in (5174 mm) |
| Width | 78.4 in (1,991 mm) |
| Height | 2009: 69.7 in (1,770 mm) 2010–12: 70.4 in (1,788 mm) 2013-: 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2136 kg (4700 Lbs) |
| Related | GMC Acadia Buick Enclave Saturn Outlook |
The Chevrolet Traverse is a seven/eight seat full-size crossover SUV built on the GM Lambda platform that underpins the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook. It is a successor to both the Uplander minivan and Trailblazer SUV. The Traverse was built in Spring Hill, Tennessee from its introduction until late 2009, when production was moved to the same Delta Township Assembly plant in Lansing, Michigan that produces the other Lambda-platform crossovers as a replacement for the Saturn Outlook because of GM phasing out the Saturn brand. The early 2010 update caused the Traverse to lose the "TRAVERSE" badges on doors. Shortly after the production shift to Lansing, the GM badges were removed from the front doors,[1] particularly for the 2010.5 model year run. However, Saturn Outlook production resumed for a short time during early 2010 at the same plant.
The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse debuted at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show and arrived at dealerships in October 2008.
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The Chevrolet Traverse features the LLT engine, a 3,564 cc (3.564 L; 217.5 cu in) double overhead cam V6 with VVT and direct injection.[2] The other Lambda-based vehicles also have this powertrain in the 2009 model year. A 6-speed automatic transmission gives power to the front or all wheels.[3] The Traverse delivers 281 hp (210 kW) with the torque at 266ft. lbs. in the LS and LT models. The LTZ model, with dual exhaust, delivers 288 hp (215 kW) and the torque comes in at 270ft. lbs.[citation needed]
The Traverse name was originally used for a concept car at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but that concept gave way when the Chevrolet Equinox launched for the 2005 model year. The production Traverse's design was inspired by the 2005 Chevrolet Sequel concept, and has a chevron-shaped grille similar to the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The Traverse has unique sheet metal different from the other Lambda crossovers, with the exception of the doors.
The Traverse was part of a product placement by GM in the NBC drama My Own Worst Enemy, along with the new Chevrolet Camaro; the show was cancelled in mid-November 2008. The vehicle also appears on the remake of Hawaii Five-O and the Mentalist.
A facelift of the Chevrolet Traverse was unveiled at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The 2013 Traverse receives a new grill and front fascia, a redesigned rear liftgate, and reworked 2010 Chevrolet Camaro-inspired rear tail lights. However, nothing was changed mechanically. Pictures were released by GM on March 28, 2012. Chevrolet's new color touch-screen and MyLink radios are expected to both be available, as will be wood interior trim. Both cloth and leather seating surfaces will be available, depending on the model. Some new wheels will be available, and models will continue to be offered in both front wheel drive and all wheel drive versions, ranging from the base 1LS to the top-of-the-line 1LTZ. A Bose audio system will be standard on 2LT and 1LTZ models. [4][5]
| Year | Sales |
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| 2008 | 9,456[6] |
| 2009[7] | 91,074 |
| 2010[8] | 106,744 |
| 2011[9] | 107,131 |
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