2024 Chevrolet Trax starts at $21,495 and will arrive at dealerships next spring

Chevrolet introduced a redesigned Trax crossover set to become the brand’s entry-level model. It's significantly larger, even more so than the Trailblazer, but it will remain cheaper than the current model.

The 2024 Chevrolet Trax has a sportier and more upscale design that is inspired by the bigger Blazer. The similarities are immediately apparent as both models have a prominent grille that is flanked by high-mounted LED daytime running lights, which reside above minimalist headlights.

In the back, we see designed bodywork with fluid lines and curvaceous surfaces. They are brought together by a sloping roof and a beltline that kicks up at an angle. There are many stand-out features on the car, such as plastic body cladding, a hidden exhaust, and C-shaped taillights. The rear window is angled, and each of its five trims has different but stylish details.

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The new Trax is 11 inches (279 mm) longer, 4 inches lower (101 mm), and 2 inches (51 mm) wider than its predecessor. The wheelbase also grows by nearly six inches (152 mm) and this results in an additional 3 inches (76 mm) of much-needed rear seat legroom.

The car's interior is similar to the electric Blazer and Equinox. This is most obvious from the touchscreen infotainment system that is partly merged with the instrument cluster and angled towards the driver. The new Trax has an 8-inch screen as standard, but the higher trims have an 11-inch screen. Chevy also claims that the new Trax has more rear leg room and more cargo space than the old one.

To keep drivers safe, there's a standard Chevy Safety Assist suite of driver assistance systems. It includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, and Forward Collision Alert. They're joined by a Rear Vision Camera, a Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam headlights, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning.

Cruise control comes standard, while Adaptive Cruise Control is available on higher-end trims. Customers can also get more advanced safety features such as Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Rear Park Assist.

Power comes from a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine that produces an estimated 137 hp (102 kW / 139 PS) and 162 lb-ft (219 Nm) of torque. That's 18 hp (13 kW / 18 PS) and 15 lb-ft (20 Nm) less than its predecessor, which used a turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder.

The engine is connected to a six-speed automatic gearbox instead of the continuously variable transmission that is used in the Trailblazer. Officials acknowledged this was a cost-saving move, but noted the gearbox has additional benefits including being relatively lightweight. The 2024 Trax will be offered exclusively with front-wheel drive.