The 2010 Traverse is again available in three trims: the base LS, the mid-range LT and the luxury LTZ. Each is available with either front- or all-wheel drive.
All trims are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine with direct fuel injection. All LS and LT engines deliver 281 horsepower and 266 foot-pounds of torque. The LTZ gets a slightly more powerful version of the same engine, which delivers 288 horsepower and 270 foot-pounds of torque at 3400 rpm. A 6-speed automatic transmission is the only transmission available.
The 2010 Traverse comes with variable-effort rack-and-pinion steering and a low center of mass for stable cornering. The 4-wheel independent suspension allows for a compliant ride and a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,200 pounds, comparable to some truck-based mid-size SUVs.
Safety was given priority in the Traverse's engineering and feature list. Stabilitrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation technology, is standard, as is anti-lock brakes, panic brake assist and six airbags, including head-curtain side bags that cover all three rows of seating.
An extremely roomy interior is one of the Traverse's strengths. The three rows provide seating for up to seven or eight, depending on whether buyers opt for captain's chairs or 60/40-split bench seat for the second row. The bench slides fore and aft for easier access to the third row or added seating space. There are plenty of bins and cubbies all around, as well as ten cup holders.
The Traverse's look is quite different between trims, thanks to a wide range of wheel offerings. LS models get 17-inch wheels, the LT upgrades to 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, and LTZ models get flashy, 20-inch machined aluminum wheels as standard.
The base LS models are well-appointed and include keyless entry, cruise control, front and rear air conditioning and MP3-compatible CD audio. The 1LT trim adds as standard heated mirrors, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls, rear parking aid, trip computer, aluminum wheels and power driver seat. The 2LT trim adds as standard climate control, dual zone A/C, premium sound system, electrochromic rearview mirror, backup camera, power liftgate and four bucket seats. The top-line LTZ adds a power passenger seat, heated and cooled seats, passenger lumbar, seat memory, mirror memory, remote engine start, universal garage door opener, wireless cell phone hookup, power folding mirrors and performance tires (front and rear).
Noteworthy options include a DVD entertainment system, dual-panel sunroof, leather upholstery and navigation system.
Audio system, AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD player seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, TheftLock, auxiliary input jack and 6-speaker system
XM Radio is standard on more than 50 2010 GM models, including three trial months of service. XM turns your world on with commercial-free music channels for virtually every music genre, all in amazing digital quality sound. Turn on your favorite sports, the biggest names in News, Talk and Comedy, family programming, exclusive concerts and original music series, wherever you go from coast to coast. Everything worth listening to is now on XM (XM service available only in the 48 contiguous United States and the District of Columbia. XM Radio subscription required and sold separately after trial period. Fees, taxes, and a one-time re-activation fee, may apply. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. All fees and programming subject to change. Family programming Packages are available.)
EXTERIOR
Door handles, chrome
Glass, Solar-Ray deep-tinted (all windows except light-tinted glass on windshield and driver and front passenger side glass)
Air conditioning, single-zone manual front climate control
Cargo storage, tray under rear floor
Console, front center with 2 cup holders covered storage bin and sliding armrest with storage
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed
Cupholders, 12 total 1st row, 2 center console, 2 bottle holders in doors 2nd row, 2 on door armrest, 2 in center seat armrest or center console, 2 bottle holders in doors, 3rd row, 2 on armrests
Defogger, rear-window electric
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection
Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting
Floormats, color-keyed carpeted front, second and third row, removable
Instrumentation with Driver Information Center, speedometer, tachometer, outside temperature display, coolant temperature, odometer, low oil, fuel and coolant indicators, voltmeter, and trip odometer
Insulation, acoustical package
Lighting, interior with theater dimming, cargo compartment, reading lights for front seats, second row reading lamps integrated into dome light, door-and tailgate-activated switches and illuminated entry and exit feature
Mirror, inside rearview manual day/night
Reclining front buckets
Remote Keyless Entry, programmable with 2 transmitters, panic button and extended range, no remote start provisions
Seat, 2-way manual front passenger, included with Premium Cloth
Seat, 4-way manual driver with manual lumbar control
Seat, third row manual 60/40 split-folding bench
Seating, 8-passenger (2-3-3 seating configuration) with 2nd and 3rd row 60/40 split flat-folding bench seat
Steering column, tilt and telescopic with brake/transmission shift interlock
Steering wheel, vinyl (Will be upgraded to (NP5) leather-wrapped steering wheel when (ZQ2) Fleet Driver Convenience Package or (PDC) Bluetooth Connectivity for Phone is ordered.)
Trim, interior painted center stack
Visors, driver and front passenger padded with cloth trim, color-keyed and illuminated vanity mirrors
Windows, power with driver Express-Down
MECHANICAL
Axle, 3.16 ratio
Battery, high capacity 730 cold-cranking amps
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
Engine, 3.6L SIDI V6 (281 hp [210 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 266 lb-ft of torque @ 3400 rpm [359.1 N-m])
Exhaust, single outlet
Front wheel drive
GVWR, 6411 lbs. (2908 kg) (CR14526 FWD models only.)
Steering, power, constant effort
Suspension, Ride and Handling
Transmission, 6-speed automatic, electronically controlled with overdrive includes auto-grade braking and tap-shift manual shift control (Included and only available with CR14526 FWD models)
SAFETY
Air bags, front passenger air bag suppression (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Air bags, frontal and side-impact for driver and front passenger and head curtain side-impact for all rows in outboard seating positions (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Passenger Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front a seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Daytime Running Lamps
Door locks, rear child security
Horn, dual-note
OnStar, 1-year of Directions and Connections plan. Includes Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Remote Horn and Lights, innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation with OnStar eNav (where available), Hands Free Calling, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, and Low Mileage Discount (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and Directions & Connections plan. Not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com for coverage map. Vehicle Diagnostics capabilities vary by model. Remote door unlock success varies with conditions. Ability to locate stolen vehicles varies with conditions. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.com for OnStar's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations.)
StabiliTrak, stability control system
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Does not monitor spare)
WHEEL, 17" (43.2 CM) COMPACT STEEL SPARE WHEEL AND TIRE
$100.00
LPO, 'HIT THE ROAD' PACKAGE
includes the following dealer-installed options: (VQM) Chrome assist steps, LPO and (S49) roof rack longitudinal C-channels and cross rails, LPO
$930.00
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
$75.00
TRAILERING EQUIPMENT
includes (V08) heavy-duty engine cooler and (VR2) trailer hitch
$525.00
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT MOUNTING PACKAGE
$15.00
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY FOR PHONE
includes (UPF) Bluetooth for phone and (NP5) leather-wrapped steering wheel with redundant audio controls
COLOR SWATCHES
(2010 Chevrolet Traverse sedan 4Dr shown)
(some swatches not available)
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
Dark Cherry Metallic (12U)
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
Silver Ice Metallic (17U)
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
Dark Blue Metallic (25U)
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
White (40U)
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
Summit White (50U)
Dk Gray/Lt Gray
Cyber Gray Metallic (57U)
DISCLAIMER - Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.