The 2026 Chevrolet Trax builds on its reputation as a practical compact SUV with fresh colors, efficient performance, and strong standard safety features. Below, the key specifications give a clear picture of what’s new and what remains consistent in this updated model year.
Performance & Engine |
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| Engine | ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo I-3 |
| Bore & Stroke | 2.95 x 3.54 in / 75 x 90 mm |
| Block Material | Aluminum, High Pressure Die Cast |
| Cylinder Head Material | Aluminum, Die Cast |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Fuel Delivery | Direct Injection |
| Horsepower | 137 hp / 102 kW @ 5000 rpm |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft / 219 Nm @ 2500 rpm |
Transmission & Axle |
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| Type | Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic |
| Gear Ratios | 1st: 4.58 2nd: 2.96 3rd: 1.91 4th: 1.44 5th: 1.00 6th: 0.74 Reverse: 2.94 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.53 |
Chassis & Suspension |
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| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with coil-over spring; direct-acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Compound Crank (torsion beam); coil springs with twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Steering Type | Column-mounted electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Brake Type | Four-wheel disc |
| Wheel Sizes | 17-inch steel (LS) 17-inch aluminum (LT) 18-inch aluminum (1RS, ACTIV) 19-inch aluminum (2RS) |
Exterior Dimensions |
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| Wheelbase | 106.3 in / 2700 mm |
| Overall Length | 178.6 in / 4537 mm |
| Overall Width | 71.7 in / 1823 mm (without mirrors) |
| Overall Height | 61.4 in / 1560 mm |
| Track (front/rear) | 61.4 in / 1561 mm (front) 62.3 in / 1578 mm (rear) |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 in / 186 mm |
Interior Dimensions & Cargo |
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| Headroom | 39.6 in / 1006 mm (front) 38.1 in / 967 mm (rear) |
| Legroom | 41.9 in / 1065 mm (front) 38.7 in / 983 mm (rear) |
| Shoulder Room | 55.7 in / 1415 mm (front) 54.3 in / 1380 mm (rear) |
| Hip Room | 52.1 in / 1324 mm (front) 45.3 in / 1168 mm (rear) |
| Passenger Volume | 99.8 cu. ft. / 2826 L |
| Cargo Volume | 25.6 cu. ft. / 725 L (behind rear seat) 54.1 cu. ft. / 1532 L (rear seat folded) |
Efficiency |
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| City MPG | 28 |
| Highway MPG | 32 |
Safety & Driver Assistance |
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| Airbags | Six standard airbags: frontal, knee (driver & passenger), seat-mounted side, roof-rail head-curtain |
| Tire Monitoring | Standard Tire Pressure Monitor System with tire fill alert |
| Rear Vision Camera | Standard |
| Chevy Safety Assist | Includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, IntelliBeam auto high-beams, Following Distance Indicator |
| Available Features | Adaptive Cruise Control Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rear Park Assist |
The 2026 Chevrolet Trax continues to prioritize efficiency, safety, and versatility. With new colors, proven turbocharged power, and a well-equipped interior, it remains a smart option for compact SUV buyers looking for balance in everyday driving.
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Source: Chevrolet
