New Chevrolet 2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Toyota Highlander in San Antonio Chevrolet for Sale in San Antonio, TX
2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Toyota Highlander in San Antonio
2021 Chevrolet Traverse Overview
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Toyota Highlander are a great matchup to explore in San Antonio. As two mid-size options, they both sport a valuable third row that gives family extra space and a sense of privacy for everyone in either of the SUVs. Where the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse easily comes out ahead is in its powertrain/transmission combination and suspension systems. And that’s just where the celebration begins for 2021 Chevrolet Traverse owners in San Antonio.
Value – Chevrolet Dealer serving San Antonio TX
The Highlander is substantially more expensive that the Traverse, and this is a big problem for the brand. Many people consider the Highlander to be one of the most over-priced vehicles around. Compared to the Traverse, it’s not as strong on the powertrain, so what exactly are you paying extra for? When put side-by-side, the Traverse gives you upscale options like perforated leather-trimmed seating and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You’ve got a suite of impressive interior features and nice exterior upgrades (such as special editions) that make the Traverse a much better value.
Interior – 2021 Chevrolet Traverse in San Antonio TX
The third row of the Highlander is an afterthought and very disappointing affair. It can also be difficult to reach the third row at all, as the second row can be big and clunky when maneuvering it to get that coveted third row access. In the meantime, the Traverse is extremely good at making its second row agile enough to let you get back there and enjoy the third row. There’s much more leg room in the Traverse’s third row, and that means your third row Traverse passengers will definitely get a few jealous looks from anyone having to ride in the third row of a Highlander. Given the huge price difference between the two models, it’s surprising that Toyota didn’t really go all out to make the third row more comfortable. The Traverse can get nice, easy to clean seating in the third row and comes with several charging ports as well. Chevy also does a better job of spacing the rows out so that everyone feels comfortable. And you’ll be extremely glad you chose the Traverse if you put down the third row often to make room for cargo. The seats of the Traverse’s third row are extremely nimble and easy to configure.
Chevrolet Traverse Performance specs
Mid-size models aren’t as big as full-size SUVs, but that doesn’t mean they’re not working with a larger frame that demands expert design. In terms of performance, the 2021 Toyota Highlander lags well behind the Traverse. First off, there’s a difference in the performance of the transmission. Between the two, the Traverse has a 9-speed automatic transmission, while the 2021 Highlander gets an 8-speed model. How much difference does that make? Just ask anyone who’s driven both and compared. The Traverse takes on hills better, is quieter to drive, and feels lighter to steer. The Traverse doesn’t stop there. The 3.6L V6 Traverse engine out-performs the Toyota Highlander’s 3.5L V6 by a score of 310 horsepower to just 295 horsepower for the Highlander.
Winner: 2021 Chevrolet Traverse
This year’s Chevy Traverse trim lineup is the L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier and High Country. We all know the High Country is the epitome of everything that Chevy does with this model every year, and you’ll be shocked at just how much Chevy ramped up their features here. A fully loaded Traverse boasts LED headlamps, heated and ventilated seating, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a panoramic sunroof, and a power-folding third row. Pay close attention to the power-folding third row. That’s a deal-maker for some families. The ability to one-touch your way to that much cargo space might be too good to pass up. If you’re a busy family who appreciates comfort and luxury, the Traverse has more to offer than the Highlander, and it offers it all for less money.
Request more 2021 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2021 Toyota Highlander in San Antonio information
The Chevy Traverse is now available at our San Antonio dealership. If you’ve made up your mind to skip the 2021 Toyota Highlander this year, why not get down here and see if the Traverse is right for you? Our sales team is glad to serve you with great, accurate information on the Traverse, and of course, we’d love to see you take a test drive before you buy. Verifying the value and convenience of an SUV before buying is an important and wise step. Schedule your first test drive online or by phone today.