2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS Trim Overview

Need to get a lot of people or a lot of stuff someplace in a hurry? Check out the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse LS. This front-wheel-drive midsize 8-passenger crossover delivers 116 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded, as well as a standard roof rack for those extra items that might not fit inside. A rear spoiler and 17-inch steel wheels accent this hefty crossover’s exterior, while the roomy cabin sports premium cloth upholstery, simulated alloy trim accents, reclining second-row seats, power-adjustable outside mirrors, remote power door locks and, of course, power windows. Cruise control and telescoping tilt-wheel steering each come standard, as do front and rear air conditioning vents. OnStar Directions & Connections service, meanwhile, fits in well with the MP3-capable single-CD player and its 6 speakers, as well as the satellite radio and the auxiliary MP3 input.

Options in this base trim include trailer-towing equipment for some 5,200 pounds of towing capacity, as well as upgraded wheels, Bluetooth hands-free communications and a power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support.

Giving the front-wheel-drive-only (FWD) 2012 Traverse LS its go is a 3.6-liter V6 powerplant that mates with the standard 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission for 281 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque. The 6-speed automatic sports a transmission hill holder and doles out mileage at 17 mpg city/24 highway.

Finally, the more notable standard safety features in the base LS include 4-wheel antilock brakes, traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags and three-row head airbags. Secondary safety equipment includes daytime running lights, a post-collision safety system, OnStar emergency services and alerts, and a remote antitheft alarm.