Chevrolet Traverse: generations and engines
The Chevrolet Traverse has been built since 2009 in 3 generations, with 11 engine versions in our catalog (crossover, SUV). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years2009–present
Generations3
Engine versions11
Power258–314 hp
Body stylesCrossover, SUV
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Chevrolet Traverse generations
- 2009–2012
Chevrolet Traverse I
Engines below - 2012–2017
Chevrolet Traverse I (facelift 2012)
Engines below - 2018–present
Chevrolet Traverse II
Engines below
Specs
Chevrolet Traverse engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Chevrolet Traverse I2009–2012 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 V6 (281 hp) AWD Automatic | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 281 hp (207 kW) | 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (281 hp) Automatic | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 281 hp (207 kW) | 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (288 hp) AWD Automatic | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 288 hp (212 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (288 hp) Automatic | 2009–2012 | Gasoline | 288 hp (212 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) |
Chevrolet Traverse I (facelift 2012)2012–2017 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 V6 (281 hp) AWD Automatic | 2012–2017 | Gasoline | 281 hp (207 kW) | 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (281 hp) Automatic | 2012–2017 | Gasoline | 281 hp (207 kW) | 266 lb-ft (361 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (288 hp) AWD Automatic | 2012–2017 | Gasoline | 288 hp (212 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (288 hp) Automatic | 2012–2017 | Gasoline | 288 hp (212 kW) | 270 lb-ft (366 Nm) |
Chevrolet Traverse II2018–present · 3 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (258 hp) Automatic | 2018–2019 | Gasoline | 258 hp (190 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (314 hp) AWD Automatic | 2018–present | Gasoline | 314 hp (231 kW) | 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) | |||
| 3.6 V6 (314 hp) Automatic | 2018–present | Gasoline | 314 hp (231 kW) | 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) |
Before you buy
Check a used Chevrolet Traverse
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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