2024 Chevrolet TraxFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Station WagonsFront-Wheel Drive
2024 Chevrolet Trax

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City
28
MPG
Highway
32
MPG
Combined
30
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 4 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

31.5MPG average+5.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 30 MPG · Owner reported avg: 31.5 MPG

Range: 30–35 MPG

Driving mix: City 52% / Highway 48%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 31.5 real world MPG based on 4 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 30 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 6-spd
Regular
City
28
Hwy
32
Comb
30
Fuel cost: $2,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
298 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
9.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
1.2L 3-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
Wagon

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
1.2L, 3-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,245/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,979/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,944/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,068/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,261/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,255/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,796/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,309/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,172/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,224/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 30 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
4/5
2024 Chevrolet Trax SUV FWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.5%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
151
Owner Complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History1

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems151 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 151 owner complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and lighting. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
55
Engine
49
Lighting
17
Visibility / Wipers
12
Brakes
11
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
11
Power Train
10
Air Bags
4

2024 Chevrolet Trax problems by category: Electrical System: 55 complaints, Engine: 49 complaints, Lighting: 17 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 12 complaints, Brakes: 11 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 11 complaints, Power Train: 10 complaints, Air Bags: 4 complaints.

8
Crashes Reported
11
Fires Reported
10
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 04/30/2026ODI#11735005
I am submitting this complaint to report serious, recurring, and potentially dangerous safety defects involving my 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Timeline of Safety-Related Mechanical Failures: March 12, 2026 –…
Electrical SystemFiled: 04/24/2026ODI#11733714
To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this formal complaint regarding a malfunction in the air conditioning system of my 2024 Chevrolet Trax. Specifically, the evaporator and/or condenser has failed…
Electrical SystemFiled: 02/26/2024ODI#11573980
I’ve had problems with the headlights flickering for no reason and randomly (every day) With the green indicator on the dashboard turning on and off. It happens at different times of the day, in diff…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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