Summary

• With 503 currently listed for sale and an average price of $8,219.00, 29.2% of 2015 Chevrolet Trax models for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2015 Chevrolet Trax 3.5 / 5 stars.

• 69.0% of 2015 Trax models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2015 Chevrolet Trax stands out as Chevrolet’s first subcompact crossover, bringing a small-SUV shape to the brand with a focus on maneuverability and affordability. In its debut year, it was offered in three trim levels, and every model used a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive was standard, while all-wheel drive was available as an option across the lineup. Chevrolet also gave the Trax some practical touches, including a folding front passenger seat that allowed owners to carry objects as long as eight feet, along with a seven-inch infotainment touchscreen, OnStar, a wifi hotspot, and Siri Eyes Free voice control for iPhones.

The 2015 Trax’s appeal also came from its balance of everyday usability and value. The base LS trim included 16-inch steel wheels with plastic covers, remote keyless entry, and air conditioning, while the LT added alloy wheels, roof rails, cruise control, remote ignition, heated mirrors, smarter cloth upholstery, and satellite radio. The top LTZ brought 18-inch wheels, rear parking proximity sensors, a power driver seat, faux leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a Bose audio system. Safety was another strength: the 2015 model earned five out of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in overall, frontal, and side protection, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave it its top “Good” rating in all categories except the small passenger-side overlap and a new side impact test, where it received “Acceptable.”

There are limits to the first-year Trax, though. Its acceleration was described as merely adequate, with a 0-to-60 mph time of 10 seconds, and owners have noted highway road noise and paint-quality concerns. Even so, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax remains distinctive for buyers who want a compact, budget-friendly crossover with useful packaging, respectable safety results, and a straightforward turbocharged powertrain.

Other model years to consider

• 2024 Chevrolet Trax

  • Average price: $21,321.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.2%
  • User rating: 4.62 / 5
  • Total listings: 6,640

• 2025 Chevrolet Trax

  • Average price: $22,339.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.1%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 7,305

• 2026 Chevrolet Trax

  • Average price: $24,782.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 35.8%
  • Total listings: 4,154

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.