2026 Chevrolet Trax — Full Specifications
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The 2026 Chevrolet Trax is an estate/wagon powered by a 1.2L 3-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 36 mpg (UK) / 30 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 35–36 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Chevrolet Trax workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2025 Chevrolet Trax: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 36 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.2L 3-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Estate/Wagon |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 98 cu ft (2,775 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 25 cu ft (708 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 36 combined / 34 urban / 38 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 30 combined / 28 city / 32 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 184 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,250 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax, all with the 1.2L 3-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 29 to 30 mpg (US), or 35 to 36 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 | 30 (28/32) | 184 | $2,250 |
| 1.2L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 35 | 29 (28/31) | 190 | $2,300 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 98 cubic feet (about 2,775 litres) and luggage volume at 25 cubic feet (about 708 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax
Running Costs: 2026 Chevrolet Trax
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2026 Chevrolet Trax at 36 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,010 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,250 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2026 Chevrolet Trax Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Chevrolet Trax. The most-reported areas are Vehicle speed control (3), Service brakes (3), Fuel/propulsion system (3). Complaints include 3 reported crashes, 2 reported injuries. That is well below the median of 96 complaints across the 11 Chevrolet Trax model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Throttle & cruise control (3 owner complaints) — Check throttle response and cruise control are smooth, and ask about any software or throttle recalls.
- Brakes (3 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
- Fuel system (3 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Air bags (3 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Chevrolet Trax compare to similar estate/wagons? For context, estate/wagons in our database average around 34 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 36 mpg figure is 2 mpg better than that average. Its 184 g/km CO₂ figure is 19 g/km lower than the 203 g/km average for estate/wagons on this site. This comparison is based on 194 estate/wagons in our dataset.
Chevrolet models in our database average about 29 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2026 Chevrolet Trax's 36 mpg is 7 mpg above that make average. Its 184 g/km CO₂ figure is 62 g/km lower than the 246 g/km Chevrolet average.
Of the 11 Chevrolet Trax model years we cover, the 2026 is the most economical on its best configuration (36 mpg UK combined). See every Chevrolet Trax year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2026 Chevrolet Trax have?
It's fitted with a 1.2L 3-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 6-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
The most efficient configuration returns around 36 mpg (UK) combined, or 30 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 35 to 36 mpg.
How much does the 2026 Chevrolet Trax cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,250 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2026 Chevrolet Trax have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax?
Among the 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Vehicle speed control (3 complaints), Service brakes (3 complaints), Fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2026 Chevrolet Trax have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 98 cubic feet (about 2,775 litres) and luggage volume at 25 cubic feet (about 708 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the Chevrolet Trax's fuel economy good for an estate/wagon?
Yes — it returns around 36 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 34 mpg among the estate/wagons we track.