Dodge Grand Caravan vs Chevrolet Traverse
Overview | |
Years produced1987-2020 | Years produced2009-Present |
MSRP$27,530 | MSRP$40,700 |
Listings4415 | Listings9583 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryRedesigned in 2024, the 2025 Traverse gets a few additional changes. The base LS trim level disappears and the upscale High Country trim level is new. Chevrolet also makes the formerly optional Trailering Package standard equipment—so it’s easier to take advantage of the Traverse’s 5,000-pound towing capacity—and a new Sun and Wheel Package is available. Those updates broaden this Chevy’s appeal but do not address perceived quality issues related to the powertrain and interior materials. Verdict: Chevy gets a lot of things right with the 2025 Traverse. However, there are head-scratchers related to quality and usability. From the unpleasant engine note and cheap interior plastics to the fussy wiper controls and aggravating third-row folding process, the Traverse regularly draws unfavorable attention to itself. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower283 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower283 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.1 cu ft | Cargo Space22.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4510 lbs | Curb Weight4504 lbs |
Height69.0 in | Height70.9 in |
Length203.7 in | Length204.5 in |
Width88.5 in | Width87.9 in |
Wheelbase121.2 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Maximum Payload1540 lbs | Maximum Payload1669 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1987-2020 | 2009-Present |
MSRP | $27,530 | $40,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Redesigned in 2024, the 2025 Traverse gets a few additional changes. The base LS trim level disappears and the upscale High Country trim level is new. Chevrolet also makes the formerly optional Trailering Package standard equipment—so it’s easier to take advantage of the Traverse’s 5,000-pound towing capacity—and a new Sun and Wheel Package is available. Those updates broaden this Chevy’s appeal but do not address perceived quality issues related to the powertrain and interior materials. Verdict: Chevy gets a lot of things right with the 2025 Traverse. However, there are head-scratchers related to quality and usability. From the unpleasant engine note and cheap interior plastics to the fussy wiper controls and aggravating third-row folding process, the Traverse regularly draws unfavorable attention to itself. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 283 hp @ 6400 rpm | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 283 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 2.5L 328 hp I4 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 283 hp @ 6400 rpm | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.1 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4510 lbs | 4504 lbs |
Height | 69.0 in | 70.9 in |
Length | 203.7 in | 204.5 in |
Width | 88.5 in | 87.9 in |
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 121.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1540 lbs | 1669 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |

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