2018 Chevrolet Trax
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2018 Chevrolet Trax is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged | |
| Displacement | 1.4 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
19V652000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. A joint in one or both of the front lower control arms may have been improperly welded. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower control arm from the vehicle.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at…
Reported September 12, 2019. View on NHTSA
19V312000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax vehicles. A joint in one or both of the front lower-control arms may have been improperly welded. An improperly welded joint may break, resulting in the partial separation of the lower-control arm from the vehicle.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right front lower-control arms, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 14, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's…
Reported April 18, 2019. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 5, 2026
Data verified: November 5, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2018 Chevrolet Trax have?
1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Trax front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Trax?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.