Chevrolet Trax — All Years
We have Chevrolet Trax specifications on file for 11 model years, 2015–2026, covering estate/wagon trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 31 to 36 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 8 of the 10 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 35–36 | 184 | — | 0 | 17 |
| 2025 | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 35–36 | 184 | 4★ | 1 | 89 |
| 2024 | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 36 | 185 | 4★ | 1 | 176 |
| 2022 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 31–32 | 204 | 5★ | 0 | 9 |
| 2021 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 31–34 | 196 | 5★ | 0 | 24 |
| 2020 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 31–34 | 196 | 5★ | 0 | 96 |
| 2019 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 31–34 | 196 | 5★ | 2 | 135 |
| 2018 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 194 | 5★ | 2 | 101 |
| 2017 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 194 | 5★ | 3 | 113 |
| 2016 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–35 | 193 | 5★ | 5 | 120 |
| 2015 | 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Regular Gasoline | 32–35 | 193 | 5★ | 7 | 96 |
Best and Worst Chevrolet Trax Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 8 Chevrolet Trax model years from 2015 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 98 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 1.4L 4-cyl turbo — 2015–2022
- 1.2L 3-cyl turbo — 2024–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Chevrolet Trax covered on this site?
We have data for 11 model years of the Chevrolet Trax, from 2015 to 2026.
What engines does the Chevrolet Trax come with?
EPA data lists: 1.4L 4-cyl turbo (2015–2022); 1.2L 3-cyl turbo (2024–2026).
Which Chevrolet Trax year has the best fuel economy?
The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 36 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Chevrolet Trax have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Chevrolet Trax model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2015 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (7), and the 2024 has the most owner complaints (176). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2020–2022 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Chevrolet Trax?
The Chevrolet Trax is classed as an estate/wagon on this site.
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