Used 2025 Chevrolet Traverse for Sale nearElmira, NY

How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse cost?

Prices have softened 3.55% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,214 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable range of choices.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 10/10.

It stands out as a family-focused SUV with a more upscale presence, plenty of cargo space, and broad appeal for buyers who want style and utility in a larger midsize three-row package. The trade-offs are an unpleasant engine note and cheap-feeling interior plastics, and the third-row folding process can be aggravating.

The market also looks reasonably supportive, with 33.5% of listings priced as good or great deals.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2025 Traverse is presented as a well-equipped family SUV with strong technology and a broad standard safety suite, which can help support confidence in daily use. Its standard trailering capability and available hands-free driving tech also point to a vehicle built for more than just basic commuting.

The main long-term ownership risk for used buyers is that the same quality concerns called out in testing — especially the powertrain character and interior materials — may affect how satisfied you feel after the novelty wears off.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with added equipment. Focus on overall condition, cabin wear, and whether the vehicle’s features and trim level match the price you’re being asked to pay.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The available trims include LT, Z71, High Country, and RS. The base-level setup is less richly equipped than the upper trims, while the Z71 adds the off-road-oriented hardware and appearance that make it the most distinct choice.
• Powertrain: The 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder makes strong output, with 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque, but its exhaust note is a notable drawback.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, active blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, intersection braking, rear automatic braking, automatic high-beam headlights, pedestrian and cyclist detection, and a Safety Alert Seat. The Driver Confidence Package adds a high-definition surround-view camera system, traffic sign recognition, and rear pedestrian alert, while the Enhanced Driving Package adds Super Cruise and remote-parking technology.
• Infotainment: You get a 17.7-inch touchscreen with Google Built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, Alexa compatibility, OnStar connected services, and Wi-Fi hotspot access.
• Fuel efficiency: The test vehicle returned 21 mpg in combined driving, and the same test vehicle averaged 21.5 mpg during mixed use.

Which 2025 Chevrolet Traverse trim should I buy?

The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse is offered in 4 trim levels: LT, Z71, High Country, and RS.

Here's the short version:

• LT: This is the trim to start with if you want the Traverse’s core strengths — style, space, and technology — without paying for the more specialized hardware of the upper trims.
• Z71: This is the best-value trim if you want the most distinctive character, because it adds the off-road suspension, all-terrain tires, skid plate, red tow hooks, Twin Clutch AWD, Terrain mode, hill descent control, and extra ground clearance.
• High Country: Choose this if you want the upscale new trim in the lineup and prefer a more premium-feeling version of the Traverse.
• RS: Pick this if you want the sportier-looking top-end trim and are willing to pay more for it.

The standard safety package is broad across the lineup, and the available Driver Confidence Package and Enhanced Driving Package add more advanced driver-assistance tech.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Chevrolet Traverse?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,214 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.55% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 93.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $39,027, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse's resale value?

The current average of $40,832 sits slightly below last year's $42,335.

That softer pricing suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right entry point. If you pay closer to the lower end of the current range, you may have a better chance of limiting depreciation pressure later. Strong demand for a well-equipped family SUV can also help support used-market interest over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse safe?

The 2025 Traverse earns a Top Safety Pick award from IIHS and a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Chevrolet gives every 2025 Traverse a generous standard safety package. Standard features include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, active blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, intersection braking, rear automatic braking, automatic high-beam headlights, pedestrian and cyclist detection, and a Safety Alert Seat.

The Driver Confidence Package adds a high-definition surround-view camera system, traffic sign recognition, and rear pedestrian alert. The Enhanced Driving Package goes further with Super Cruise and remote-parking technology, and it also includes the digital rearview mirror.

Super Cruise is the standout advanced driver-assistance feature here, and Chevrolet includes three years of access when you choose the package. The main caveat is that some of the most advanced tech is tied to higher-cost packages rather than being standard on every trim.

Should I buy a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.55% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds standard trailering capability and available Super Cruise.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $38,599, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $40,832 average.
• It introduced the redesigned, more assertive body and added more standard driver aids.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It emphasizes a spacious interior, a pleasant ride, and lots of safety equipment.

The bottom line: If you want the most current version with the strongest tech and safety story, the 2025 is the better target. If your priority is saving money, the 2024 is the smarter value play because it delivers the redesign at a lower price. If you’re comparing across years for comfort and space, the 2026 is worth a look, but the 2025 remains the more balanced buy for shoppers focused on features and market pricing.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.