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2012 Chevrolet Traverse

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KEVIN A.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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09/07/2022
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2012 Chevrolet traverse

This vehicle is way over engineered. To change headlamps I found it easiest to take off the front tires first. This was my 1st GM product to get over 100K miles but at about 130K we had to have the engine rebuilt because the timing chain broke which I found out later that it IS a very common problem on the 3.6l engine, and GM won't recall them because they say it's not a "safety" issue. I guess this is "job security" for GM repair shops. I will never buy another GM product, too many other auto manufacturers out there.
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Pete R.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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09/09/2023
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Nothing but problems

Chevy really dropped the ball when building this vehicle. My engine is completely ruined to the point where I need a new one, and it only has 130,000 miles on it. I would not recommend anyone buy this vehicle because it is literally trash. Thanks for nothing chevy.
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KLEBER FABIAN L.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
09/03/2019
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No a great car mechanically

There is always a mechanical issue with the car as well as the transmission going bad when it reach 80k and the design of the car is terrible as well it takes a lot of trouble just to change the front headlights
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GLENN S.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
03/22/2022
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I’m glad

I’m glad I bought the extended warranty. Once everything that went wrong was fixed, it’s okay, no thanks to General Motors Bought it with 20k miles. The warranty work was performed by an independent mechanic specified by the warranty company. They did excellent work. The local dealer was horrible. They since sold out.
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Marsha D.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
06/24/2019
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Overall a disappointment

Bought this large vehicle because I have a lot to haul. Good points: safe, great cargo space, sit high with command of the road. Not so good: tons of blindspots. Constantly have to look around window posts to see pedestrians, etc. Very hard ride and stiff suspension. Somewhat noisy. Has been expensive to maintain with over $3000 in repairs with under 65,000 miles since 2012.
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Christina T.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
10/24/2020
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Electrical and transmission

Although I love this vehicle - family friendly as well as sporty on the outside and spacious inside. Theirs row and cabin seats in the second row is what sold me. If I would of down some research I would of found out this vehicle has transmission and electrical issues. I am getting this vehicle looked at frequently for the electrical issues and can be a pain.
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Melissa L.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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02/13/2017

I like the vehicle, but have had some issues

I purchased this vehicle in 2014, and it was gently used. Since I've had it, I have always done regular and scheduled maintenance on it. I have had issues with both sets of brakes, having had to replace both sets several times. Recently, I am having trouble with oil consumption, and have learned that this is a common trouble. I am truly hoping I don't have to replace the engine or anything like that. All in all, it is a very solid, good car to own. It is comfortable for my family of 5, and we have traveled well with 6 people before.
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TOM H.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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06/02/2017

2012 Traverse

a great car for us. We 're retired . It's an easy car to handle but I wish it had a little more pickup!
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Michael H.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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09/07/2017
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2012 Chevy Traverse

Good power and towing for my needs. Comfortable to drive
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James B.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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10/25/2017
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Satisfaction

Purchased the vehicle new in 2012. No major problems.
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Mary M.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/20/2018
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Love my Traverse

I had driven a Chevy Tahoe for many years and wanted it to last forever but I had an accident and the car was totaled. I wanted another Tahoe but couldn’t afford it so I settled on the Traverse. This has fit my needs perfectly.
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LYNN C.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/01/2019
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Roomy

Before the Traverse I had a Kia Sportage (wonderful car). But at that time it was just me and my two children so the Kia was just right. But, I got in a relationship that brought another child. So, I went from a family of 3 to a family of 5. Needed more room. Got a 2012 Traverse. This vehicle is very roomy, love the third row seating. My son is tall and he can sit in the third row comfortably. Love how the two middle bucket seats slide forward or can lay down.
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ACCURSIO M.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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04/03/2019
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Riding in my 2012 Traverse

Overall I am thoroughly surprised with the reliability of my Traverse as it’s the first GM car I ever owned while driving for 30 years. It drives very well with a sport feel to it with good handling & merging/passing power on highways. Nice commanding forward view but rear visibility is a weakness with a small rear window for its size and rear 3/4 qtr window angles up a la Murano which further pinches visibility. Get a back up camera. Gas mileage with AWD is only mid to high teens around town and expected better. Plenty of room especially adult size 3 rd row which is another reason why we bought it to retire our minivan. Reliability has been excellent and have not had one service down outside maintenance.
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Marsha D.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/14/2020
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mostly pros - a few cons

The good: safe, lots of cargo space The not so good. Hard riding, feel a lot of sway if you are in the back seat. Lots of blind spots in the front. Have to look around window pillar to check for people when turning. At 72000 miles more repairs than i would have expected. Probably will look for something different next time.
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DON A.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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07/16/2022
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Toyota-ish

This is the closes that you can get to a vehicle in a Toyota of the same class and drivability. More spacious, decent engine performance with plenty of get up and go, gets approximately 26 + mpg highway. This is a fun to drive family CUV. Mine has 20 inch wheels with low profile tires from the factory….better handling.
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Fred D.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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07/17/2015

I love it.

It is so comfort10able, and easy to drive, just love it.
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YU TZE H.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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11/19/2015

Fun

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Keith D.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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06/21/2016

One of the best chevy vehicles I have owned.

Great handling and acceleration. Roomy and comfortable. All wheel drive is great in winter.
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YU TZE H.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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09/21/2016

Lovely

Enjoying it
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LARRY B.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse
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10/02/2016

vehicle rides nicely and has a lot of room. would buy this type of vehicle again.

this vehicles give a great ride and is very quite. The seating is great with a lot of room for everyone. The sound system is great and the backup driving features make for a safer ride in tight places.Hands free driving a also a great feature and everything is right at your finger tips.
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