Shoppers looking for a quality SUV that offers plenty of value to go with the extra room and features should drive the 2012 Chevy Traverse. The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse was recently named the best in the Full Size Suv Category at maintaining its resale value. Kelley Blue Book has been compiling residual values since way back in 1981 and are well known in the automotive industry for tracking resale values.

Chevy Traverse Resale Value

 

The new 2012 Chevy Traverse finished ahead of the 2012 GMC Acadia and the 2012 Ford Explorer in the category measuring each vehicles resale value over a five year ownership cycle. The Traverse resale value at five years was 41% followed by the Acadia at 40.3% and the Ford Explorer at a distant 38.7%. If you are concerned about the value of your new SUV when you drive it off the lot then the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse needs to be your choice.

The 2012 Chevy Traverse offers three trim levels and a powerful 281 horsepower V6 engine. You also have a choice between front wheel and all wheel drive. Drivers can even choose DVD navigation and rear seat entertainment systems for those long road trips with the family. The Chevy Traverse is a great fit for families or people that just like the ride of a full size suv.

Before you go shopping for your next new suv take a test drive in the 2012 Chevy Traverse.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recognized the 2011 Chevy Traverse models that are built after January 2011 as a Top Safety Pick. The Chevy Traverse earned the rating based on its performance in front, side and rear impact crash test as well as roof strength during rollover tests. This award just adds to the impressive features offered by this large suv.

Drivers that are looking for a stylish, roomy suv with plenty of value and performance should take a test drive in the 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse offers seating for eight and more rear seat room than the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2011 Toyota Highlander V6 and the 2011 Ford Explorer. The Traverse also beats the Honda Pilot in fuel economy with 24 mpg on the highway for the front wheel drive models. When it comes to cargo room the Traverse once again beats the Pilot, Highlander and the Explorer.

The Chevy Traverse offers you a choice of options and models to fit your needs. You also have a choice of front wheel drive or all wheel drive configurations. The 1LT, 2LT and LTZ models offer an available DVD entertainment system with a Bose 10 speaker sound system to help make those long trips more enjoyable. Other popular options include heated and cooled seats for the LTZ models and Bluetooth technology.

In addition to being a Top Safety Pick the Traverse offers plenty of other safety features as well. The Traverse features including side impact air bags that offer protection for all three rows. Another popular safety feature is the Onstar system that provides things like automatic crash response and crisis assist among its many features. Vehicle control during stressful driving conditions is enhanced by the Stabilitrak electronic stability control system. You will also find a four wheel anti-lock braking system on the Traverse.

Peltier Chevrolet in Lufkin offers a nice selection of the class leading 2011 Chevy Traverse models in stock. Stop by the convenient location just inside the loop on S. First Street and test drive the model of your choice. You can also give us a call at 888-791-5325 for more information on the Traverse or any of the other great Chevrolet models we have in stock.

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