The 2024 Chevy Traverse Was a City Slicker's SUV Until Now: Here's What Makes the Z71 Special!

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  • Опубликовано: 10 июн 2024
  • ( www.alltfl.com/) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this video, Nathan takes a closer look at the ruggedized 2024 Chevy Traverse Z71: A much bolder take on what was a fairly staid, city-minded SUV in previous generations.
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Комментарии • 234

  • @kenyongillespie8652
    @kenyongillespie8652 Месяц назад +28

    I think Chevy has a hit on their hands! I have had a Chevy for three years and have put seventy five thousand on it with no problems.

  • @ribbit1964
    @ribbit1964 Месяц назад +30

    The OG Nathan doing Nathan things!

  • @arlenenolte8475
    @arlenenolte8475 Месяц назад +25

    It looks like a mini Tahoe, I love it!

    • @rightwingsafetysquad9872
      @rightwingsafetysquad9872 Месяц назад +1

      Not so mini. It's basically the same size.

    • @ljccoppola2818
      @ljccoppola2818 Месяц назад

      Exactly what I said! Mini suburban! Such an upgrade from previous traverse

  • @COChevyTrainMan1990
    @COChevyTrainMan1990 Месяц назад +17

    Absolutely a home run for Chevrolet in the three row full size crossover SUV segment, especially with the Z71 off-road offering. Absolutely a way better option than the compilation which are crap. Can’t wait for driving video and the future video of this off-roading in Colorado. Great job, Nathan and TFL crew.

    • @nathanm8921
      @nathanm8921 Месяц назад

      Until they come out with a new durango which will hopefully be body on frame this generation this is at the top of my list.

  • @Gonzo1968
    @Gonzo1968 Месяц назад +12

    This vehicle will sell like hotcakes. Good looking with 3 rows awd and good hp and torque to boot! Well done GM..

  • @Spoolingturbski
    @Spoolingturbski Месяц назад +8

    Changing the style to look more like the Tahoe makes this truck much more appealing

  • @LEGEND04131
    @LEGEND04131 Месяц назад +7

    Nathan being Nathan. 😂😂 Love his reviews. He is very funny.

  • @peterforrestel2558
    @peterforrestel2558 Месяц назад +2

    We have an Acadia AT4 and we love it. It won't beat a real offroader, but it is amazing through our rough winters. It still has the 3.6L and a 9 speed. It regularly gets over 30 on the highway.

  • @enjoylife7030
    @enjoylife7030 Месяц назад +9

    The standard captains chairs is typical for the perfect american family of four. Well we had three boys all in car seats at the same time so both of our Tahoes, first a Z71 and second a Premier had a bench seat in the middle. The passenger can't reach a small child on road trips in the third row. It was difficult to find both trims with bench seats in the middle though. As the kids got older we at least had an extra seat for their friends and on trips to the beach they could all still sit in the middle row leaving the full cargo area for the dog and bags. I love the look of the captains chairs but we definitely got more Utility out of a second row bench.

    • @davewilson7602
      @davewilson7602 Месяц назад +4

      I like the new pilots because they have a bench that you can take the middle seat out if you want so you don’t have to find one that has your preferred seating arrangement

    • @jeffs6090
      @jeffs6090 Месяц назад +4

      It's definitely unfortunate that the majority of 3 row suvs are only giving captains chairs on the upper trims, as if a bench isn't "luxury". It's really dumb. Many people want and need a bench but also want the top trims with the features. It should always be an option to have either one on all trims!

  • @JamesMcLaren1000
    @JamesMcLaren1000 Месяц назад +12

    They should sell cars like this in a trim level with no third row, just extra space for cargo.

    • @bng9423
      @bng9423 Месяц назад +2

      They do, Honda Pilot.

    • @GaryGraf
      @GaryGraf Месяц назад

      ​@@bng9423do you mean passport

    • @bng9423
      @bng9423 Месяц назад

      @@GaryGraf Yes, sorry about that.

    • @robertmorris3892
      @robertmorris3892 Месяц назад +2

      @@bng9423 get a Ridgeline with a topper, you'll have more storage and versatility.

    • @G-Rated
      @G-Rated Месяц назад +5

      That’s the reason the third row folds down flat.

  • @rev1868
    @rev1868 Месяц назад +12

    Did he say, "Roman's new hair plugs.."? LOL

    • @mitchstein288
      @mitchstein288 Месяц назад

      LOL. He always has something to say about Roman's hair when he's talking about roof clearance 😂

  • @syntheticjuice9279
    @syntheticjuice9279 Месяц назад

    is the normal default drive mode FWD only and you have to hit a button enter full time AWD(with fwd bias)... or is it always full time AWD with a heavy FWD bias(disconnecting the rear mostly)?

  • @donteadoss
    @donteadoss Месяц назад +4

    Never been a fan of the Traverse until now - that one looks incredible in the Z71 Spec; although the 3.6 was a respectable power plant, hopefully that new turbo 4 can “carry it”, along with the Enclave and others on that platform.

  • @stevekniess3665
    @stevekniess3665 Месяц назад +3

    I like the traverse, I had a 2012 ,the all wheel drive system work great for me, drive over wet stumps and logs.

  • @DukeofDSM
    @DukeofDSM Месяц назад +3

    Nathan’s reviews are the best!

  • @azmojan
    @azmojan Месяц назад +1

    What's the width of the cargo area? Can you put a 4x8 foot piece of plywood?

  • @drivingfreak
    @drivingfreak Месяц назад +71

    To hell with making them more macho! Just make the damn things halfway reliable

    • @getlosttoday4045
      @getlosttoday4045 Месяц назад +5

      That's call Toyota and Honda 😂

    • @davidlusk4350
      @davidlusk4350 Месяц назад +3

      It's not in GM DNA. They're known to be problematic from the start. Great looking Lil car though

    • @drivingfreak
      @drivingfreak Месяц назад +14

      @@getlosttoday4045 I’ve dealt with some real stinkers from both Honda and Toyota, too. Remember the infamous head gasket blowing early Toyota V6’s? Or the rebadged Isuzu / Honda Passport? Or the infamous transmission problems in the Honda Odyssey minivans?

    • @drivingfreak
      @drivingfreak Месяц назад

      @@davidlusk4350 They’re ok looking, but nothing really groundbreaking. I’ll go with Ford or Toyota, thank you!

    • @Gonzo1968
      @Gonzo1968 Месяц назад +3

      ​@drivingfreak I'll take this over any ford! Look up the recalls for them right now. Ford lives in the shop or on recall! Millions on recall just the 1st qtr of 24.. No thanks!

  • @mg7685
    @mg7685 Месяц назад

    I look for your reviews every time there is a major new car launch!

  • @canoeclanner
    @canoeclanner Месяц назад +1

    Does it have the same sequential/ swipe front blinkers as the RS??? The website says it does I’m dying to know, preordered the Z71!

    • @G-Rated
      @G-Rated Месяц назад +1

      TFL doesn’t understand the importance of showing the details of the vehicle they rather ramble on as they wobble around out of breath.

  • @jordancovington531
    @jordancovington531 Месяц назад +1

    Does this have a dial for gear selector?

  • @fuelon
    @fuelon Месяц назад

    13:45 did he ever show off his new plugs? very interested in the process of getting them, pricing, etc

  • @josephbarbato9668
    @josephbarbato9668 Месяц назад +1

    Finally we get to see this thing

  • @ffsdeltax
    @ffsdeltax 12 дней назад

    As being a bigger fella! how comfy are you in driver seat? leg room side to side etc do you feel squeezed in or pretty comfy seating. Thanks!

  • @sonofagun1037
    @sonofagun1037 Месяц назад

    I kinda dig that resined fiber look on the dash

  • @MikeSTGL
    @MikeSTGL Месяц назад

    Very interested in this and the gmc brother. Can not wait till the drive video.

  • @manymeez1406
    @manymeez1406 Месяц назад

    You can get the base LS and the next up LT with the bench only

  • @danielwalker7269
    @danielwalker7269 Месяц назад

    Traded in my 2015 Colorado z71 for the z71 traverse I love it. The comfort and tech are light years better and super cruise is bomb. I was extremely concerned about the 4 cylinder but delivers more horsepower than the v6 as advertised. Love this ride.

  • @Ramblin_Rob
    @Ramblin_Rob Месяц назад +3

    This directly competes with Explorer Timberline. The seat layout is the same, Specs are very close.

    • @damilolaakanni
      @damilolaakanni Месяц назад +2

      Also the Pilot Trailsport and Pathfinder RockCreek.

  • @francisbonga5936
    @francisbonga5936 Месяц назад

    When will they put dash cam as part of safety package?

  • @stephencooper3583
    @stephencooper3583 Месяц назад

    Looks great.

  • @davewilson8308
    @davewilson8308 Месяц назад +2

    Sharp looking!

  • @jamaicasysbm2580
    @jamaicasysbm2580 Месяц назад

    Is this going to be in right hand drive

  • @InsomniacDreams55
    @InsomniacDreams55 Месяц назад

    The rear gives me Sienna vibes with those taillights.

  • @danhughes1814
    @danhughes1814 Месяц назад +26

    I usually love Nathan's reviews, but holy hell was this hard to watch.

    • @GaryGraf
      @GaryGraf Месяц назад +5

      Probably because it's still under embargo

    • @kevinharel3007
      @kevinharel3007 Месяц назад

      I agree with you danhughes

    • @waled121
      @waled121 Месяц назад +3

      Dude definitely had a few for lunch…

    • @waled121
      @waled121 Месяц назад +2

      @@GaryGrafThere are other videos recently posted, prior to the embargo date, who are more put together than this. This video is weird. Dude was probably drinking.

    • @WeWuzKangzNsheeet
      @WeWuzKangzNsheeet Месяц назад

      @@GaryGrafWhat do you mean by embargo. What happened?

  • @jeffsioson500
    @jeffsioson500 Месяц назад

    Do the off road with Traverse z71 vs ford Explorer timberline.

  • @andrewhersh4040
    @andrewhersh4040 Месяц назад +1

    so wait
    DO the middle row seats slide or not?

  • @Bobstone2131
    @Bobstone2131 Месяц назад

    Not bad at all, looking forward to seeing how it does on off-road trails. Wish the third row was optional and not standard. I don't want or need the third row, I want cargo capacity.

  • @trethehunter
    @trethehunter 29 дней назад

    Id love to see one with a 2 inch lift on bfg k20

  • @ferrisakel
    @ferrisakel Месяц назад

    I'd want to lose that red interior trim, have a bench seat for the middle row (available only at the lowest trim level), and an option to completely delete the third row of seats, which I would never use and are just unnecessary dead weight for me.

  • @jimenez198807
    @jimenez198807 Месяц назад

    How does it compete with 2024 nissian pathfinder rock creek

  • @gibreezy
    @gibreezy Месяц назад

    I can’t decide between this and the Grand Highlander!!

  • @martinmarinelarena8508
    @martinmarinelarena8508 Месяц назад +1

    Chevy needs to step up and make a Colorado based suv, that’s what the people really want. Body on frame with real 4x4.

  • @blueridge8992
    @blueridge8992 Месяц назад +10

    Whew glad that I skipped to the end right away. Nathan just reads us the brochure in this one. Have to wait for the next video to see it actually driven off-road.

  • @CarnutMM
    @CarnutMM Месяц назад +1

    This is more a Blazer than the current Blazer.

  • @killahpunk
    @killahpunk Месяц назад

    Where is Jeff could've used him for the back seat review.

  • @thebeddoctor4273
    @thebeddoctor4273 Месяц назад

    Does it get Supercruise?

  • @stevekniess3665
    @stevekniess3665 Месяц назад +3

    Hope they moved the power steering and transmission lines and coolers under the front subframe

    • @cormaro13
      @cormaro13 Месяц назад

      Still dealing with those lose quality parts and design I see 😂

  • @MOR3Y3
    @MOR3Y3 Месяц назад

    The body style on the C pillar looks weird, I would love the look if it was contained till the end without making that huge cut .

  • @ItMeDwaeji
    @ItMeDwaeji Месяц назад +9

    18:13 that Z71 isn’t 46k. They start at 47,795. With sunroof and super cruise(which looks like that wheel had the light) that one is about 54k. So Chevy lied or you got your sheets mixed up lol

    • @leoalex29
      @leoalex29 Месяц назад +1

      The MSRP of teh z71 before the the extras is 46k. only option this one doesn't have is the Evotex seats. this one is actually $52, 545.

    • @leoalex29
      @leoalex29 Месяц назад +1

      The RS doesn't " Start" at 54k... it is 56K , It comes with EVERY option. There are no configurations available, the only real add-on is $495 or $995 for a "premium color" ( red or white )

    • @trumpisastump9382
      @trumpisastump9382 Месяц назад

      The 46 did not include the destination charge. Easy to figure out.

  • @RKmndo
    @RKmndo Месяц назад

    Does it have 4Low and high-clearance steel bumpers? Lockers?

  • @wesvasher
    @wesvasher Месяц назад

    We love our Traverse with captains chairs... makes it SO easy for kids to get into the back through the middle without messing with the second row seats which both have child seats.

  • @rtcturnemup7028
    @rtcturnemup7028 Месяц назад

    All we need is a premier or high country trim level with a HO 4cyl or a new 6 cyl

  • @SkodzGaming
    @SkodzGaming Месяц назад

    I like it but it seems like gm are not selling any in Canada 🇨🇦

    • @jakethesnake8842
      @jakethesnake8842 Месяц назад

      They are just starting to ship to dealerships now.

  • @Kjhgr01
    @Kjhgr01 Месяц назад

    I get your concern with the 2nd row bench seat, but I do like that they have cloth seats standard and the vinyl seats are a standalone option! That Z71 is interesting. My main worry will the fuel tank size (still not released), it has been shrinking a lot from the first generation and I don't think the 2.5T will be that much more fuel efficient compared to the 2.0T or V6 3.6.

  • @derrickschultz6871
    @derrickschultz6871 Месяц назад +1

    Maps on both screens?...

  • @huss1205
    @huss1205 Месяц назад

    I would take this over the Tahoe.

  • @ksolius1906
    @ksolius1906 Месяц назад

    Thoughts on the new engine? Too small for the weight of the vehicle? Do you think it should have been at least a 2.7L, or left as the original 3.6 ? I read on a forum that the engine is too small, and will be stressed by the Turbo to push the limits of the small engine.
    Thoughts?

  • @XBEAST2023
    @XBEAST2023 Месяц назад +1

    I think Nathan was drunk on this one ☝️

  • @GearUpind
    @GearUpind Месяц назад

    fwd mini Tahoo

  • @bluman79
    @bluman79 Месяц назад

    Oh what a world we love in, when the Traverse is built to be better off-road, than the Blazer. LOL 🤯😂

  • @otmotivealt8522
    @otmotivealt8522 Месяц назад

    Is this video in HDR ? It's very bright on mobile

  • @briansmith8405
    @briansmith8405 Месяц назад

    Hate the red trim. That’s my biggest complaint about any Chevy RS trim. Unless you have a red exterior, it looks bad. Chevy needs to build all trims with a black interior option.

  • @jnmaher1967
    @jnmaher1967 Месяц назад

    Nathan is chipper today

  • @leoalex29
    @leoalex29 Месяц назад

    10:13 FYI, back seats do not slide.....

  • @Tony-hf9mv
    @Tony-hf9mv Месяц назад

    Looks really nice. Just hope it doesn't have the electrical issues the last released vehicle does

  • @sdga8908
    @sdga8908 Месяц назад +1

  • @tlangton
    @tlangton Месяц назад +1

    Why are all the TFL guys breathing so hard every video?

  • @JarmelSingsKaraoke
    @JarmelSingsKaraoke Месяц назад

    🔥Loving The HDR Video's 🙏

  • @stevepatch1809
    @stevepatch1809 Месяц назад

    Something with that wheelbase you would think there would be more rear seat legroom

  • @TREVORJB101
    @TREVORJB101 Месяц назад

    Has more hp and just about the same amount of torque as the Colorado/Canyon.

  • @mastero21
    @mastero21 Месяц назад

    FYI: Nissan/infiniti were the first to introduce the rear view camera mirror.

  • @robb4866
    @robb4866 Месяц назад

    I will stick to my 2009 that I have had for 7 years - very reliable car/cuv! Granted I have only put 28k miles on it in that 7 years but, no tech is a plus for us! New one is good looking for sure! Look forward to the test drive!

  • @kumudukulasekara6684
    @kumudukulasekara6684 Месяц назад +1

    There are two types of SUV's: one for people who really need a subcompact and another for people who really need a minivan.

  • @Don_Fisher3
    @Don_Fisher3 Месяц назад

    3rd row: "It's uncomfortable." haha

  • @austinkleyn1816
    @austinkleyn1816 23 дня назад

    but you didn't take it off road

  • @jakes5530
    @jakes5530 Месяц назад +2

    That C-pillar blade aint it. Basically forces you to get the car in black to make it blend in

    • @tyo8223
      @tyo8223 Месяц назад

      you could always get that stupid reverse shark fin wrapped in black vinyl to hide it

    • @jakes5530
      @jakes5530 Месяц назад

      @@tyo8223 yeah i wonder the aftermarket options. I was playing around with a screenshot of the traverse using literally my finger to “paint” it black on the iphone photos edit, and it looks so much better blacked out.

  • @springertube
    @springertube Месяц назад +2

    Can't abide The massive C½-pillar styling and the blind spot it creates. Btw, regular Highlander wheelbase is 4 inches shorter than the Grand Highlander.

    • @GaryGraf
      @GaryGraf Месяц назад

      That's what mirrors are for

    • @G-Rated
      @G-Rated Месяц назад +1

      How do you never get behind the wheel of a vehicle and hop in the comments talking about its blind spots?

  • @eggsoe24
    @eggsoe24 Месяц назад

    I HATE THE RED TRIM ON DOORS!

  • @RezandJen
    @RezandJen Месяц назад

    It looks confused on the outside. Tahoe front with an Equinox floating roofline. The inside is nice though.

  • @path8817
    @path8817 Месяц назад +2

    Also after watching this video all the way through, this is NOT even close to an average review from you guys. Spend some time with the vehicle figuring out how to put the seats down and so forth. No one cares about buttons, nor spending 5 minutes talking about how AWD works or what all terrain tires are. Smh. If this was my first time coming to the channel, it would probably be my last. Hopefully the driving review is MUCH better than this.

  • @mitchstein288
    @mitchstein288 Месяц назад

    Wow, this is a quantum leap forward over the outgoing generation Traverse. The 3.6 is gone and the styling is much more truck like. I really like it (for a CUV). I hope they improve the ride. The old generation felt bloated and heavy going down the road. Can't wait to see if it actually has some off-road ability. Does this Z71 have a limited slip rear diff? Would be cool if it did. Great job Nathan, always enjoy your quips and one liners.

  • @chownzi2461
    @chownzi2461 Месяц назад

    They missed the opportunity with the blazer could have been a bronco competitor

    • @JoshGarciaJGG
      @JoshGarciaJGG Месяц назад

      They miss the opportunity on alot of their cars when it comes to competition.. This should be their line up..
      Tahoe - Is good where it stands but should be more high end for the price
      Traverse - Is good where it stands as an everyday 3 row SUV that's good for families but should be a bit more off road capable
      Equinox - Is good where it stands as a slightly higher end 2 row.. For people that just need an every day 2 row
      Blazer - Should be their sporty "race car" type SUV.. SUV version of the Camaro
      Trailblazer - Should've been their fully off road capable SUV..
      Trax - Is good where it stands as their low price entry level 2 row
      But they keep making new/bringing back name plates that are all basically the same just different shapes with new updated "stylish" designs..

  • @Jim-su7en
    @Jim-su7en Месяц назад

    6.7” clearance on the traverse ?

  • @zbassr2106
    @zbassr2106 Месяц назад

    Spend a little more and get the tahoe Z71 with the LZO 3.0 DURAMAX.
    If GM had utilized the 2.7 HO from the Colorado it would've made more sense from a consumer standpoint.

  • @Goingplaces101
    @Goingplaces101 Месяц назад +1

    Ever since the his guy said he bought a Hyundai Santa Cruz I can’t take him seriously on any off-road reviews.

  • @kevinblock2307
    @kevinblock2307 Месяц назад +1

    Looks like the Nissan pathfinder now

  • @chrisb9478
    @chrisb9478 Месяц назад

    Soon to be seen on rental lots everywhere 😂 It just a refreshed GM suv that is lucky to last 100k miles within issues.

  • @alisaleh2509
    @alisaleh2509 Месяц назад

    This looks more roomy on inside than tahoe

  • @Dr-Nilzo-of-Pompano-Beach
    @Dr-Nilzo-of-Pompano-Beach Месяц назад

    The background looks like Foxwoods in douglasville GA. I like the idea of the new 2.5 but it’s a Chevy and it’s gonna fail sooner than later just a fact! Almost $50K for a people mover is crazy! Just go with the big brother Tahoe

    • @GaryGraf
      @GaryGraf Месяц назад

      Tahoe is a much more expensive people mover

  • @user-ll6zg6kj5x
    @user-ll6zg6kj5x Месяц назад

    Definitely hard to watch

  • @ksolius1906
    @ksolius1906 Месяц назад

    How Tall are you? for 3rd Row perspective

  • @aboalooos
    @aboalooos Месяц назад

    Chevy needs to bring a Hybrid Traverse 🍃

  • @EndlesSuffering
    @EndlesSuffering 27 дней назад

    Last gen traverse are soccer mom SUVs..

  • @nathanm8921
    @nathanm8921 Месяц назад +1

    Why didnt they just use the 2.7 out of the 1500 or colorado. Why waste all that money on a new engine.

  • @houstoncowdog
    @houstoncowdog Месяц назад

    I was interested until you gave engine info.

  • @stonepa
    @stonepa Месяц назад

    Did they fix the long running mechanical issues of the Traverse? If not, no thanks.

  • @raziqafg
    @raziqafg Месяц назад

    Gm turned it from a city slicker into a repair shop slicker.

  • @AmcoAutoGlass
    @AmcoAutoGlass Месяц назад

    the huge size is very nice for a family of 4 to 6. Wel done chevy. Best value out there and the quality looks to be much improved. Thank god the unrelaible v6 is gone.

  • @cullinan18
    @cullinan18 Месяц назад

    Those C-pillars and rear windows are awful!

  • @gqami
    @gqami Месяц назад

    46k and no 3rd row power for devices? No USB? 😢