2021 Chevrolet Traverse Overview
What's right about the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse is often what's wrong about the 2021 Ford Explorer. While both models have their niceties, you'll find that when Ford displays a weak spot, the Traverse picks up the slack and becomes the nicer vehicle. Of all the things that stand out about the new Traverse, it might just be the interior that finally one-ups the 2021 Ford Explorer. Or it could be the alluring appearance of the Traverse. There are far too many things where the Traverse wins out, and the 2021 Ford Explorer has to take a backseat in its own class because of it. M K Smith Chevrolet and our 2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Ford Explorer comparison will shed a little more light on why this is so.
Exterior - Chevrolet Dealer serving Chino CA
SUVs in this class are supposed to look almost like stretch limo SUVs. Only one looks that way this year. We prefer the smooth lines and composure of the Traverse over the Explorer's suddenly line-heavy look. In fact, the Explorer's door panels have so many lines in them that we wonder if it's on cocaine. The grille of the new Explorer is also very slim but with a maybe too elaborate design. While it may appeal to some people, it's something of a cluttered mess. Meanwhile, the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse rocks a sleek chrome bar look that is tidy and composed. The lighter colors of the Traverse are also a pleasant surprise, as the Explorer is heavy on darker, more somber colors. The Traverse rocks colors such as Summit White, Silver Ice Metallic, and Satin Steel Metallic. They're very classy.
Interior - 2021 Chevrolet Traverse in Chino CA
Families need an interior that actually accommodates their lifestyle. For example, if you have more than a few children who play little league, love to head off to friend's houses with a month's worth of games and clothes, and often pick up more than a few items at the mall, you want an interior that welcomes all of that without stressing everyone out. Passengers are only comfortable if their gear fits. The Traverse is more spacious than the Explorer in a number of areas. It fits 8 people instead of the 6 or 7 that the Explorer accommodates. It also offers more third-row hip room, second row shoulder room, and third row legroom. What's this mean? First off, it means that the Traverse is the only SUV among the two that actually gives you a comfortable third row. And when you need to pack your gear into your family SUV, the Traverse is more welcoming as well. Its 98.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity easily bests the 87.8 cubic feet offered by the Explorer. Family SUVs must have the most space possible for people and things. Only the Traverse answers the call here.
Chevrolet Traverse Mechanical specs
The Traverse is starting off exactly where a powerful family SUV should start off: its powertrain. Chevrolet is serving Chino Glendora Ontario Inland Empire Traverse owners with the ability to grab a 310 horsepower 3.6L V6 engine that has won awards for years now. It's a Chevy-tailored version of the engine, but it's still that same great engine that continuously wins accolades for its spirited performance. The upscale Explorer also gets a nice 300 horsepower 2.3L engine, but we find that it's simply not up to par with the Traverse's powertrain. When you want to feel like you're running with the wind and a few hundred horses with you, then you're going to want to grab the Traverse instead of the Explorer.
Winner - 2021 Chevrolet Traverse dealer
The 2021 Traverse is a 5-star overall vehicle as determined by the NHTSA. It continues to outshine other vehicles in its class by never being afraid to kick things up a notch. The velvety smooth exterior has a well-placed line or two, but it prefers the smoother, more limo like look to the very confusingly bulky look of the new Explorer. The new High Country trim boasts a SkyScape dual-panel power sunroof, 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, hands-free power liftgate, and gorgeous perforated leather-appointed front and second row seats with a third row that busts out vinyl. It's the perfect look for the near-perfect family SUV in 2021. And it handily beats out what was once a very prosperous and trend-setting competitor in this year. The Explorer may be back next year, but this year, the Traverse is winning.
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M K Smith Chevrolet is back for another year serving Chino Glendora Ontario Inland Empire customers. If we've got you in the mood to own a Traverse, please contact us today to find out what savings we have up our sleeves. We're always ready to save our great customers money on these award-winning family SUVs.