Chevrolet Traverse trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse comes in four trims: LT, Z71, High Country and RS, all with a 328-hp 2.5L turbo four and eight-speed automatic. The LT starts at $40,800 before destination; the Z71 adds standard all-wheel drive, extra ride height and a 5,000-lb tow rating, while High Country and RS top the range above $55,000.
Current Traverse trim levels: 3rd generation (2024–present)
Redesigned for 2024 around a single turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder rated at 328 hp and 326 lb-ft. The base LS was dropped for 2025, the same year the High Country was introduced. Prices below are 2026 MSRPs with the $1,895 destination charge removed; AWD adds $2,000 on most trims and is standard on the Z71.[1]
| Trim | Base MSRP (2026, USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| LS | —2024 only |
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| LT | $40,800FWD, excl. $1,895 destination |
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| Z71 | $48,900AWD std, excl. $1,895 destination |
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| High Country | $55,100FWD, excl. $1,895 destination |
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| RS | $55,400FWD, excl. $1,895 destination |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a GM or press pricing source.
Previous Traverse trim levels: 2nd generation (2018–2023)
Larger, more upscale redesign that brought a nine-speed automatic and a seven-trim lineup from L to High Country. Most trims used a 3.6L V6; the sport-styled RS was announced with a 2.0L turbo four and front-wheel drive.[2]
| Trim | Base MSRP (USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| L | — |
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| LS | — |
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| LT Cloth | — |
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| LT Leather | — |
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| RS | — |
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| Premier | — |
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| High Country | — |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a GM or press pricing source.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the 2026 Traverse trim levels?
LT, Z71, High Country and RS. The base LS was discontinued after 2024.
What engine does the new Traverse have?
Every 2024-and-newer Traverse uses a turbocharged 2.5L four-cylinder rated at 328 hp and 326 lb-ft with an eight-speed automatic.
Is the Traverse Z71 worth it?
The Z71 adds standard twin-clutch AWD, hill descent control, about an inch more ride height, all-terrain tires and a factory hitch with a 5,000-lb rating, for about $8,100 more than an LT FWD in 2026.
What is the difference between Traverse RS and High Country?
They share most equipment, including 22-inch wheels and Super Cruise. The RS adds blacked-out exterior trim for a sportier look, while the High Country, added for 2025, is the luxury-oriented version.
What trims did the 2018–2023 Traverse have?
L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier and High Country, mostly powered by a 3.6L V6.
Sources
Prices and equipment are as published by Chevrolet for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its window sticker or build sheet.
- How Much Is the 2026 Chevrolet Traverse? — Cars.com
- New 2018 Chevrolet Traverse Pricing Announced — AutoGuide
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