Compare the 2026 Chevy Traverse in Forest Park, IL
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2026 Chevy Traverse Specs Comparison
The 2026 Chevy Traverse offers excellent performance that far outpaces what you'll find in the 2026 GMC Terrain. The latter has just 175 horsepower in its standard form; the Traverse, 328 horsepower even in its most affordable variant. In a Traverse v. Terrain comparison, the Chevy wins every time.
The Acadia is more closely matched to the Traverse, but the Chevrolet SUV has an ace up its sleeve that isn't available on the GMC: the Z71 trim. When you buy a Traverse Z71 in Illinois, you're getting an SUV that's ready to go anywhere -- and once you compare Z71 vs. AT4 trims, you'll see why the off-roading specs from Chevy outclass those from GMC.
2026 Chevy Traverse
- Standard Engine: 2.5-liter Turbo
- Standard Horsepower: 328
- Standard Torque (lb-ft): 326
- Off-Roading Trim: Z71
2026 GMC Acadia
- Standard Engine: 2.5-liter Turbo
- Standard Horsepower: 328
- Standard Torque (lb-ft): 326
- Off-Roading Trim: AT4
2026 GMC Terrain
- Standard Engine: 1.5-liter Turbo
- Standard Horsepower: 175
- Standard Torque (lb-ft): 184
- Off-Roading Trim: AT4
Compare 2026 Chevy Traverse Interior Features
In the cabin, the new Chevy Traverse makes a case for itself with several exciting features, including a 17.7-inch touchscreen. This is the largest among this group, as the Acadia and Terrain both come standard with the brand's 15-inch touchscreen. The reduced surface area of the GMC system makes it far less appealing -- in both looks and usability -- to the system found in the Traverse.
Another great feature is Super Cruise™, which is available in the Traverse for those wanting hands-free driving technology. It's not available in the Terrain, an SUV that's also smaller and less capacious than its Chevy rival. With the Traverse, you get best-in-class cargo capacity of up to 98 cubic feet and 8-passenger seating. Not even the Acadia cargo room figures compare to what the Traverse offers.
2026 Chevy Traverse
- Max Seating: 8
- Touchscreen: 17.7"
- Cargo Volume (cu. ft): 98
- Super Cruise™: Available
2026 GMC Acadia
- Max Seating: 8
- Touchscreen: 15"
- Cargo Volume (cu. ft): 97.5
- Super Cruise™: Available
2026 GMC Terrain
- Max Seating: 5
- Touchscreen: 15"
- Cargo Volume (cu. ft): 63.5
- Super Cruise™: N/A
Is the Traverse Affordable?
Yes, the Traverse is affordable, particularly when compared to the Acadia and Terrain. In fact, it's priced very competitively among all 3-row SUVs, and many say it offers the best value on account of its top-tier tech, incredibly spacious cabin and potent powertrain. A base Traverse, in fact, costs several thousand dollars less than a comparable base Acadia, despite them sharing several performance and luxury features.
Ready to buy a Traverse in Illinois? Visit or contact our Forest Park Chevy dealer to see why the Traverse outclasses its GMC rivals. We can't wait to show you how you can get the keys to one of the most in-demand new SUVs on the market!
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