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2018 Chevrolet Traverse MPG & fuel economy

The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is a midsize or large SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. That's up 3 MPG from the 2017 model. Among 42 midsize & large SUVs rated for 2018, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2018 #11 of 42 Midsize & Large SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2711.58.7
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2018 Midsize & Large SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model X93 MPGe $977
  2. 2Toyota Highlander Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  3. 3Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid62 MPGe + 27 MPG $1,825
  4. 4Lexus RX Hybrid30 MPG $1,975
  5. 5GMC Acadia23 MPG $2,022
  6. 11Chevrolet Traverse21 MPG $2,214
  7. 42Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2018 TraverseOther midsize & large SUVsClass median: $2,447/yr

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Traverse MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic
Traverse FWD		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic
Traverse AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
Traverse FWD		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
416 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
4/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
4/10

2018 Chevrolet Traverse vs. rivals

vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Durango 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Enclave 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr Traverse saves $6/yr vs Ford Explorer 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Explorer saves $101/yr vs Ford Expedition 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Traverse saves $111/yr vs GMC Acadia 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Acadia saves $193/yr vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Highlander Hybrid saves $611/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse?

The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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