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  • @Chris-hq7nl
    @Chris-hq7nl Před měsícem +440

    It’s kind of refreshing to see a car like this. It’s basic transportation that was designed as basic transportation but the designers obviously put effort into giving it a personality and they spent some money in places where it counts.

    • @Tsuter1978
      @Tsuter1978 Před měsícem +25

      Exactly my thoughts. Simple to maintain and repair. No added rear drive and all the weight and components that go with it.

    • @davidglad
      @davidglad Před měsícem +10

      That is my impression of the Versa manual too from yt reviews, namely relatively inexpensive reliable transport and likely easy maintenance. Although other vehicles likely being twice the price or more, as long as it lasts at least half as long (likely much longer) it's a huge win. Assuming you like what you get

    • @jamisonz3365
      @jamisonz3365 Před měsícem +35

      I would rather spend a couple thousand more and buy a Hrv or Corolla Cross. These two 2 litre NA engine would definitely outlast the Turbo three cylinder in the long run.

    • @clintl1672
      @clintl1672 Před měsícem +5

      Yep, basic transport. It has a strengthened engine to take the extra power(for a small engine) which will make it cheap to fix when the 1st buyer is done with it.

    • @russellzauner
      @russellzauner Před měsícem +7

      i like the angry bee noises it makes when ya step on it

  • @blanchae
    @blanchae Před měsícem +337

    I like that it has a normal transmission and not a CVT

    • @frankb5603
      @frankb5603 Před měsícem +16

      Best comment !!

    • @donreinke5863
      @donreinke5863 Před měsícem +12

      It better. Modern belt-type CVTs are a reliability disaster. Only ONE CVT was ever reliable, and could withstand v-8 power but it was seriously inefficient.
      That transmission was the Buick Dynaflow which ended production in 1963.

    • @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl
      @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl Před měsícem +4

      Why? CVT is more efficient and this is a shitbox.

    • @donreinke5863
      @donreinke5863 Před měsícem +9

      @@F_JoeBiden-tu6cl NO one cares about effiiciency when any component has a history of problems and failure.
      The Dynaflow I mentioned was in production for 23 years despite being inefficient because ........
      IT WAS DURABLE.. and..would handle far more torque in MUCH heavier vehicles.

    • @vikingsoftpaw
      @vikingsoftpaw Před měsícem

      ​@@F_JoeBiden-tu6clthere are many CVTs designs with long term failures.

  • @johnholst
    @johnholst Před měsícem +236

    This is made in Changwon, Korea; about 5 minutes from my house. This new Trax single-handedly saved our GM factory! They're selling these like hot cakes! At this price, this is a really great little car!

    • @user-zu5do6ri6r
      @user-zu5do6ri6r Před měsícem +12

      I just bought one yesterday.

    • @rosestrohm7986
      @rosestrohm7986 Před měsícem +9

      who would've thunk that people like non american cars lol

    • @melissasmess2773
      @melissasmess2773 Před měsícem +2

      @@rosestrohm7986German cars, yes.

    • @kelee4730
      @kelee4730 Před měsícem +10

      However! You guys saves GM factory in assembly quality ! Less payment longer work time harder working Asian labor makes US cars great again

    • @DUCKSAREEVILLLLLLLL
      @DUCKSAREEVILLLLLLLL Před měsícem +15

      @@kelee4730 All union labor in South Korea, by law. They're probably making more per hour than most Southern American non union labor.

  • @TinMan1954
    @TinMan1954 Před měsícem +177

    I’m always impressed with your reviews. It doesn’t matter if it’s a cheap Chevy or a high dollar super car, you grade each vehicle on its merits.

    • @BusyBadger
      @BusyBadger Před měsícem +11

      That last bit, about grading on merit, is exactly the kind of message lost on the big three car mags.

    • @devildog5354
      @devildog5354 Před měsícem +2

      Don't know what the 'rating scale' is though...

    • @502Chevy
      @502Chevy Před měsícem +5

      @@BusyBadger Sarah is way better than Car & Driver!

    • @timzeringue2649
      @timzeringue2649 Před měsícem

      I kinda like it.

  • @mycomputerification
    @mycomputerification Před měsícem +33

    Finally an actual review of a vehicle starting with the under body and not just driving around.

  • @atrain132
    @atrain132 Před měsícem +221

    I agree. I miss the hatchbacks, and smaller cars. Car manufacturers pushed too many crossover / SUVs.

    • @Michael-ur5qb
      @Michael-ur5qb Před měsícem +26

      Same thing happened with cars that’s happened with housing. People wanted as big as possible with as many features as possible and the manufacturers saw $$$. All of my friends have suvs and trucks, which is bizarre cause many are anti having a family but want these large vehicles. And for whatever reason the wealthy became drawn to $80k trucks. Since sedan sales are up for pretty much every major manufacturer I think it’s a miss for the Big 3 to not at least have one.

    • @genericreference6969
      @genericreference6969 Před měsícem +4

      Just think of this as a slightly puffed hatchback! I can see a place for both! With luck , the Trax may convince some people in bigger vehicles to step down a bit to this level. Could the Trac be a right-size compromise for all?

    • @rickmossop3733
      @rickmossop3733 Před měsícem +19

      Fuel economy standards. Crossovers count as SUV/Trucks which qualify for a lower fuel efficiency. So manufacturers started to turn cars into crossovers to workaround onerous fuel efficiency standards.

    • @miniaddict4534
      @miniaddict4534 Před měsícem +4

      ​@@Michael-ur5qbexactly. Manufacturers are just producing whatever has the most demand. In the US, everyone wants an SUV so they can carry all of their stuff.

    • @guentherwilke2055
      @guentherwilke2055 Před měsícem +8

      You have to remember how much (of the total) buying power Boomers have. They enjoy the experience of getting in and out of these taller vehicles.

  • @Primus54
    @Primus54 Před měsícem +129

    I love the enthusiasm when Sarah gets to review these economy vehicles. You’re right, absolutely nailed the wardrobe color. Thank you as always, Sarah. 👍👍👍

    • @mikelastname
      @mikelastname Před měsícem +2

      Shame the Chevy didn't bring its A game and have a grey check bumper.

    • @Primus54
      @Primus54 Před měsícem

      @@mikelastname 😉👍

    • @fucker1714
      @fucker1714 Před měsícem +2

      Simps gotta simp

    • @user-xy7lf1tx1d
      @user-xy7lf1tx1d Před měsícem +2

      She's a cutie!

  • @jetsons101
    @jetsons101 Před měsícem +85

    We had a Chevy Aveo a while back, it was such a fun little car..... Best part is that you could leave it downtown with the keys in the door and nobody would take it.......

    • @randolfo1265
      @randolfo1265 Před měsícem +15

      I used to leave mine unlocked with the bagpipes in the backseat.
      Nobody ever stole the bagpipes either. Sometimes there were even more bagpipes when I got back to the car!

    • @jetsons101
      @jetsons101 Před měsícem +2

      @@randolfo1265 LOL LOL

    • @marknwpa2746
      @marknwpa2746 Před měsícem +3

      @@randolfo1265 I filled my 09 Aveo and 2014 Spark with trash. Perfect anti-theft.

    • @garykeith1048
      @garykeith1048 Před měsícem +2

      Like my Chevy Vega and the Chevette. Abysmal cars not it for the American road.

    • @airheadbit1984
      @airheadbit1984 Před měsícem +2

      I had a metro, three cylinder, 45mpg, 13" tires (think driving a go-cart) then upgraded to a 2005 Aveo 'standard' which means no A/C, Standard shift, bad seats but it's lasted 200K miles, I wanted something for long trips and found a 2018 Sonic RS Hatchback, great handling and ride, driving in flat rural area at 45~55 MPH I get 46mpg, while I like the Sonic RS the lowered body makes driving through gutters a pain.

  • @randolfo1265
    @randolfo1265 Před měsícem +14

    "It's not a cross over, its a car with a lift kit" - Keep telling the truth Sarah!

  • @ThePudgyPlatypi
    @ThePudgyPlatypi Před měsícem +13

    Sonic owner here. 225k miles and going strong. It is a great lil car. Ill never understand why the general squid can't understand that they don't actually need more space and that if you make cars smaller and lighter then can both be more practical and be more fun...

  • @brucoder
    @brucoder Před měsícem +27

    This was a highly unexpected result. The two remaining questions to answer are - longevity and reliability. That's a lot of weight for a three cylinder to be slogging around.

    • @eugenepeters-rb8xu
      @eugenepeters-rb8xu Před 16 dny +1

      i thought that when i bought my 2016 cruze with 1.4 turbo iwasfreaked out but turned out best car i ever owned.

  • @OnTheRocks71
    @OnTheRocks71 Před měsícem +88

    These things are selling like crazy compared to the old Trax; I've started to see a bunch of them around and I think they're a nice looking small car. I also think there's still a huge market for people looking for a new car that starts at 20k and doesn't look like an absolute turd (Ford EcoSport!), but still offers a lot of features if not world class performance. A nice value in a pretty package. My only hesitation might be to the longevity of the 1.2, I think owners would be wise to strongly adhere to a prompt and timely oil change interval that's more frequent than what the manual or car says.

    • @tomheringer2047
      @tomheringer2047 Před měsícem +8

      And use a 100% synthetic oil like AMSOIL, RED LINE, etc.

    • @wolfshanze5980
      @wolfshanze5980 Před měsícem +3

      Speaking of looking like an absolute turd... Chevy Spark comes to mind. Glad it's gone.

    • @anthonyrowland9072
      @anthonyrowland9072 Před měsícem +5

      @@tomheringer2047Also run a little thicker oil than they recommend.
      Toyota recommends 0w8 oil here but recommends 0w20 or whatever in other countries. They're just trying to run a little thinner oil for CAFE standards here to EEK out a tiny economy improvement. This is probably the same.

    • @waterzap99
      @waterzap99 Před měsícem +8

      ​@@tomheringer2047most owners of this car won't use amsoil. You would be lucky to have them change oil.

    • @tomheringer2047
      @tomheringer2047 Před měsícem +3

      @@waterzap99 Sad but true.

  • @micksmith7140
    @micksmith7140 Před měsícem +8

    OK, I admit I only watched because of Sarah but I do like Korean built products. They have been fantastic in recent years.

  • @elpepito957
    @elpepito957 Před měsícem +58

    The Chevy Trax: "Bigger than you thought". Catchy slogan ! 😂

  • @Larry7lee
    @Larry7lee Před měsícem +71

    OMG they made a 21st century Chevette!

    • @ahmadghosheh3104
      @ahmadghosheh3104 Před měsícem +3

      Loved my old 1980 Chevette. Yeah, it is a modern version

    • @hf1182
      @hf1182 Před měsícem +6

      I bought a new 82 Chevette and have a new 2024 Trax RS . There is absolutely no comparison. The Trax ride is great and it’s quiet as well. It handles like a dream at any speed. Plenty of power and has a nice automatic transmission rather than a CVC. This unit is a bargain at a list price of $26,400.

    • @spod2998
      @spod2998 Před měsícem +2

      I would say it's closer to a modern GM J-car from the 80s, given the suspension and FWD (and that some variants had a 175hp turbo-4 option). Too bad there's no more Pontiac variant lol

    • @BattShytKuhraezy
      @BattShytKuhraezy Před měsícem

      Holy 💩 🤖👀💥

    • @michaelchevreaux7780
      @michaelchevreaux7780 Před měsícem +2

      ​​@@ahmadghosheh3104
      Loved Chevette?
      Well, Guess There's Always a Few.

  • @Rjhs001
    @Rjhs001 Před měsícem +68

    Yeah, we've all had MPVs and SUVs foisted on us by the manufacturers when all most of us want is a freakin' car.
    Thanks Sarah, as entertaining, informative and fabulous as usual.

    • @BoopSnoot
      @BoopSnoot Před měsícem +1

      Chinese version is so much nicer though! Nicer interior materials, rear arm rest, rear vents, better 1.5T engine and transmission, not sure why we got the cheap one. :(

    • @krazed0451
      @krazed0451 Před měsícem +3

      Bring back the hatchback!

    • @stevemawer848
      @stevemawer848 Před měsícem +1

      If people didn't buy MPVs and SUVs no-one would make them. Just sayin'.

    • @krazed0451
      @krazed0451 Před měsícem +7

      @@stevemawer848 They have been pushed hard by the automotive industry and their perpetuation encourages other people to adopt them in what effectively becomes an arms race as an attempt to feel safe. Just saying.

    • @Rjhs001
      @Rjhs001 Před měsícem +4

      @@stevemawer848 Hmmm...I'm with Paul Weller on this one. "The public wants what the public gets".
      Not the other way round.

  • @limozine8466
    @limozine8466 Před měsícem +57

    The trend of putting small turbocharged engines in larger / heavy vehicles is a bad idea if you want longevity. Smaller turbocharged engines in heavy vehicles are under a lot more strain than a larger naturally aspirated counterparts.

    • @dansil92
      @dansil92 Před měsícem +13

      Agreed, I would never purchase an engine with a turbo for a daily commuter. I'll stick with my naturally aspirated mazda!

    • @waterzap99
      @waterzap99 Před měsícem +5

      Maybe. But at least you might be able to replace the engine for the price of a big Mac meal.

    • @glenns5627
      @glenns5627 Před měsícem +6

      ... "word" ... Reliable or Turbo, pick one. I'd rather feed my n.a. slug more gas than eat a turbo every 60K.

    • @phiksit
      @phiksit Před měsícem +7

      Can't believe this has a smaller engine than a Spark. It also has GDI and a wet timing belt... ugh. Spark's had a timing chain, port injection and "optional" 5 speed manual which I couldn't get when I tried to order one new.

    • @Bryan_Jake
      @Bryan_Jake Před měsícem +1

      But they make more power which helps with sales.

  • @tfeltmat2903
    @tfeltmat2903 Před měsícem +7

    US carmakers got out of the sedan market because they were getting their clocks cleaned by European and Asian manufacturers. But there are big profits built into crossovers, SUVs and trucks, so they continue to try and corner the market on those vehicles.

  • @skiptisdale3912
    @skiptisdale3912 Před měsícem +22

    I have a 2014 cruze, its a love/hate relationship. i have had it for 10 years with almost 200k miles, lots of maintenance and 2 turbo replacements. had some great memories in it but would not recommend it at all. I believe Sarah is right, people want reliable cars/sedans and chevy just isn't the best choice. Probably why they killed most of them off.

    • @jakewade7388
      @jakewade7388 Před měsícem +3

      I had a 2012 Cruze. It was a total POS and I am very easy on my vehicles and service them regularly.

    • @eugenepeters-rb8xu
      @eugenepeters-rb8xu Před 16 dny

      so what was the cost at 200000 miles for years driven?

    • @skiptisdale3912
      @skiptisdale3912 Před 16 dny

      @eugenepeters-rb8xu I probably spent about $10,000 in repairs over the past nine years

  • @craigjoe8691
    @craigjoe8691 Před měsícem +20

    My wife and i were on the market for a RAV4 or CRV and we saw these on the chevy lot. We bought 2 Trax for the price of what 1 RAV4 would have cost us out the door. On our 3rd oil change and absolutely love it. Would recommend .

    • @dougdanger4903
      @dougdanger4903 Před měsícem +5

      There's a very valid reason why the Rav4 is twice the price of the Chevy......

    • @craigjoe8691
      @craigjoe8691 Před měsícem +1

      @@dougdanger4903 doesn't matter to us. We replace our vehicles about every 5 years or before the warranty ends. We're high mileage drivers for our line of work and a RAV4 is a bad economic decision for us.

    • @dethray1000
      @dethray1000 Před měsícem +2

      i bought two ford explorers(4wd,everything on them) with each about 20,000 miles on them for less than these chevys and will get 150,175k miles and do nothing to them like the last exploders we had--i love how the exploders look,drive,big without being big--i think that is why the cops like em too,great car...

    • @tmklunk
      @tmklunk Před měsícem

      @@dougdanger4903are you sure?

    • @eugenepeters-rb8xu
      @eugenepeters-rb8xu Před 16 dny

      @@dougdanger4903 why

  • @tperki2322
    @tperki2322 Před měsícem +45

    I love how Sarah color coordinates her top and nails to the car color. And the underside of the car, no hairy cardboard, no plastic, but a bunch of what looks like masking tape LOL. Thanks Sarah, got my fix of SNT today.

  • @rockyvi5709
    @rockyvi5709 Před měsícem +84

    Sarah’s outfit is fire!

    • @bmw328igearhead
      @bmw328igearhead Před měsícem +10

      Sarah IS fire... YEW!
      EDIT: Nuclear fission/fusion produces less heat than Sarah.

    • @stevenbissonnette7893
      @stevenbissonnette7893 Před měsícem +15

      @@bmw328igearhead those legs tho! 🔥

    • @richard63
      @richard63 Před měsícem +12

      Wasn't this video about long legs?

    • @bmw328igearhead
      @bmw328igearhead Před měsícem +5

      @stevenbissonnette7893 I know right!
      Mile long perfection.

    • @trails247
      @trails247 Před měsícem +4

      ​@@stevenbissonnette7893that's the reason I'm here

  • @jonm3462
    @jonm3462 Před měsícem +15

    Yeah I just noticed your yellow shirt matches the suv’s color. The skirt looks nice too. Everything you do is awesome and entertaining. I start binge watching your vids and cannot stop. Sarah you have no filter you are just being yourself and I love that.

  • @CitEnthusiast
    @CitEnthusiast Před měsícem +44

    Fuel economy is disappointing. But happy to see a more affordable new car being produced, and a UTuber talking about it! Thank you Sara.

    • @theclearsounds3911
      @theclearsounds3911 Před měsícem +6

      Like Sarah said, it would get better mileage if they made it into a car. I think that's understated. Give it radically better aerodynamics, much less weight, and maybe a no-kidding economy mode, and I think it could hit 40MPG. But, who knows? Maybe they wouldn't sell if they looked like an economy car.

    • @robinvansickle8551
      @robinvansickle8551 Před měsícem

      Fuel economy is great. My trax gets right at and sometimes slightly under 34 mpg.also the weight is a lot more than her facts of 3100 pounds.

    • @theclearsounds3911
      @theclearsounds3911 Před měsícem +2

      @@robinvansickle8551 34MPG isn't great nowadays. A Toyota Camry gets a lot better than that, at least on the highway.

    • @andrewdonohue1853
      @andrewdonohue1853 Před měsícem +1

      @@theclearsounds3911 my 2022 crosstrek get around 29-30, but it's awd and we dont have any level roads here. constant hills kind of kills the mileage. it's a 6 speed manual. 29-30 MPG is just fine

    • @shroomyesc
      @shroomyesc Před 22 dny

      @@theclearsounds3911 What is it right now if not a car?

  • @niklaswejedal463
    @niklaswejedal463 Před měsícem +13

    I so agree with you regarding the silly "mono culture" the car makers cutlivate today, with more and more crossover/suvs and basically nothing else... They are not the answer to every question - sometimes you want smaller, sometimes you want better space in the same footprint., sometimes you want better handling.. I hope this stupid trend will die off soon, so we can have more variety, like in the 90s and 00s. And just like you, I really like the color - wish one or both of my cars were in that yellow, would look great. Thank you for what you do and Stay Awesome - and I hope you can continue to do these top-notch car reviews - they are simply the best.

  • @laughingmadman853
    @laughingmadman853 Před měsícem +18

    The Sonic was a tough car. I was delivering auto parts and was at a red light. An H3 Hummer never slowed down and rear ended the car while it was going 55. The Sonic was NOT totaled. It actually just needed some body work. I myself was sore but the car survived

    • @bradzimmerman3171
      @bradzimmerman3171 Před měsícem +6

      That would totally destroy a Silverado,that can’t pass a crash test

    • @AIDAHAR210
      @AIDAHAR210 Před měsícem +3

      That would obliterate a Ford F150.

  • @jamesgizasson
    @jamesgizasson Před 16 dny +1

    I'm impressed that you actually put the car up on a lift and showed the chassis! Wish more reviewers did this! :)

  • @nonyanks2510
    @nonyanks2510 Před měsícem +28

    Still have my 3 banger 93 Metro but it weighs just 1400 pounds and is my Street Legal Go Kart that gets 46 m.p.g. winter and 61 in summer !
    I agree, I want a car NOT a blimp!

    • @jimv77
      @jimv77 Před měsícem +3

      I always wondered how does a Geo Metro powertrain handle with 4 adults inside? With the A/C on? As well as going uphill?

    • @pedex252
      @pedex252 Před měsícem +3

      @@jimv77 Not well. They also burn up exhaust valves quite easy if you drive them too hard.

    • @phiksit
      @phiksit Před měsícem

      Only the convertible had A/C and you usually had to downshift to third to get up an incline.

  • @drift3rkid66
    @drift3rkid66 Před měsícem +12

    I'm going to start purchasing older vehicles as long as I can, because I like smooth, powerful V6s

    • @markleggett3944
      @markleggett3944 Před 8 dny +1

      These high strung turbo engines are the result of government fuel and emission standards. They will not hold up like a larger low stressed engine will. These vehicles are made for folks that trade cars every 3 years or lease them. They will not hold up for the long term; drive them until the warranty runs out, then ditch them.

  • @LarsSveen
    @LarsSveen Před měsícem +3

    No hump in the rear floor and three car seat anchors?! I'm sold.

  • @WrenchingOnCars
    @WrenchingOnCars Před měsícem +49

    Yes, the seat bolster test!!!!!

    • @jamesbarbato2192
      @jamesbarbato2192 Před měsícem +1

      Grow up

    • @WrenchingOnCars
      @WrenchingOnCars Před měsícem +11

      @@jamesbarbato2192 Are you so old and cursty that you don't appreciate the effort Sarah puts into the seat bolster test?

    • @toddthezondalover645
      @toddthezondalover645 Před měsícem +4

      ​@@jamesbarbato2192Grow down

  • @jameswarner7435
    @jameswarner7435 Před měsícem +1

    I like it. I've always been a fan of practical cars like this. And the fact that it has a real automatic and not a CVT is super awesome.

  • @Rex_Stuph
    @Rex_Stuph Před měsícem +21

    As a connoisseur of 3 cylinders, that sounds pretty neat. Of course we won't see them in Australia because Holden went toes up.

    • @matthewridgeway9250
      @matthewridgeway9250 Před měsícem

      Holden Trax was a thing...

    • @davenorman8251
      @davenorman8251 Před měsícem +1

      I'm pretty sure the 2023/24Trax is based on the Hyundai/Kia - Seltos/Tucson platform..

    • @vikingsoftpaw
      @vikingsoftpaw Před měsícem +1

      Holden went T.U.?

    • @Rex_Stuph
      @Rex_Stuph Před měsícem +2

      @@vikingsoftpaw Yeah. They started selling rebadged, average Korean built cars (meaning, not of the quality of current Kia or Hyundai) for the "Aussie built" premium that they used to slap on their badge engineered Euro small cars, and, replaced the platform of the car that if you're buying a Holden for the sake of Holden, the Commodore with the updated front wheel drive Opel (which to be fair, is the evolution of the floor pan all Commodores were made from previously). But because Commodore drivers want to do skids and circle work, that didn't sell, so basically made themselves irrelevant to their target market.

  • @Ride_Runner
    @Ride_Runner Před měsícem +10

    Hi
    Also
    It's sad that the American manufacturers stopped making sedans and coupes. At least they are offering colors. There are to many silver suvs!

  • @stevedoherty1257
    @stevedoherty1257 Před měsícem +10

    I am glad to see a more run of the mill car reviewed. I cannot afford some exotic car or high end truck. I purchased a Chevy Trailblazer with the all wheel drive option and really like it

  • @michelenewman4995
    @michelenewman4995 Před měsícem +12

    Sarah, you are an inspiration to us car girlies everywhere. Your passion and enthusiasm makes these reviews and other resto videos so entertaining and informative.

  • @leedanielson7452
    @leedanielson7452 Před měsícem +10

    When I first heard that chirp, I thought it was possibly a robin nearby....😂

  • @jonelmer3518
    @jonelmer3518 Před měsícem +12

    "Why does everything have to be a crossover or suv?" yes!

    • @drift3rkid66
      @drift3rkid66 Před měsícem +3

      Or a big ass truck!!!

    • @danielrobert7181
      @danielrobert7181 Před měsícem +3

      Because about 1out of 3 North Americans flirts with obesity and just feels miserable in anything but a relatively cavernous cockpit.!

  • @francisdrelling4060
    @francisdrelling4060 Před měsícem +2

    The Trax is a great value. It is very well made, has solid materials in it, runs well, performs well and is highly reliable.

  • @russzitaruk9702
    @russzitaruk9702 Před měsícem +3

    I noticed one of these cars in traffic for the first time just yesterday. It has a nice stance and manages to stand out a little. The colors you showed are nice too. An inexpensive car, but I wouldn't feel bad owning one.

  • @spdcrzy
    @spdcrzy Před měsícem +31

    The Cruze was a brilliant platform. I'm so sad that they don't make a sub-3000 pound compact sedan to compete with the Mazda 3.

    • @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl
      @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl Před měsícem +4

      Except that the car itself was crap. 😂

    • @toddthezondalover645
      @toddthezondalover645 Před měsícem +4

      They used to. And the hatchback was actually a great car, available w 6mt

    • @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl
      @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl Před měsícem

      @@toddthezondalover645 Lol… the automatic was a better transmission.

    • @popuppete
      @popuppete Před měsícem +2

      It felt like GM finally got it all together, right before they canceled that model.

    • @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl
      @F_JoeBiden-tu6cl Před měsícem

      @@popuppete Felt like?

  • @MrPziddy
    @MrPziddy Před měsícem +12

    Seems decent for a cheap commuter... at least you can take it apart and back together with a basic tool kit... Sarah can do that I bet.

    • @robertwheatley2471
      @robertwheatley2471 Před měsícem +2

      "Seems decent for a cheap commuter" ---So does my 12-year old Honda Accord which runs and drives almost perfect. Can't see or justify the reason why anyone would blow $26K on that thing unless they have money to burn. Most people right now don't.

  • @bobbailey5072
    @bobbailey5072 Před měsícem +6

    I’ve been watching the Celica build since the beginning and now enjoying other builds and the auto reviews as well! Give it the beans!

  • @craigb5017
    @craigb5017 Před měsícem +3

    The last generation Trax was "a study in planned obsolescence" (I read that in a review years ago). I can only hope this one is better.

  • @lediabolique5822
    @lediabolique5822 Před měsícem +22

    A Sarah video - what a great way to start the day!

  • @sierrapapakilo5692
    @sierrapapakilo5692 Před měsícem +13

    Nice matching colors!❤

  • @yano.moraes1492
    @yano.moraes1492 Před měsícem +19

    In Brazil we have a Chevrolet Tracker with the same 1.2 3cyl engine with infamous wet timing belt (same system used on Ecosport with 1-liter Ecoboost and we already know what happens...)
    If the owner/mechanic doesn't use the correct oil (here is 5W30 API SP Dexos1 Gen 3) and doesn't change it every 4-5k miles, the timing belt will disintegrate, clogging the oil pickup tube, solenoids from VVT, vacuum pump, oil channels and the blow/knock the engine very very soon.

    • @cantwealljustgetalong2
      @cantwealljustgetalong2 Před měsícem +2

      well of course, whoever doesn't change the oil every 4K miles or less deserves to have the timing belt disintegrate. its not too much to ask to change oil every 4K miles, especially on a very small hard working and high revving engine

    • @palebeachbum
      @palebeachbum Před měsícem +3

      @@cantwealljustgetalong2 Recommended oil change intervals on modern cars are much more than 4k miles. Anyone who still changes their oil every 3k miles is stuck in the past and wasting their money.

    • @exNRGista2
      @exNRGista2 Před měsícem

      Wait, is that the infamous PSA 1.2 Puretech engine?

    • @yano.moraes1492
      @yano.moraes1492 Před měsícem

      @@exNRGista2 it's not. Same number of cylinder and displacement but completely different engine (however the problems for both are very similar).
      GM's Engine code is LIH.
      Peugeot's engine code is EB2

    • @cantwealljustgetalong2
      @cantwealljustgetalong2 Před měsícem +4

      @@palebeachbum wasting 20-25 dollars? that's why there are so many engine failures because people are being cheap.

  • @panamafloyd1469
    @panamafloyd1469 Před měsícem +8

    09:59 - There's got to be thousands of enthusiast guys/gals my age who still drive '90s GTIs and Civics because you can't find ''hot hatches" anymore. And some of the younger folks I know are importing things like Peugeot 205s, now that the cars are old enough. I guess with the internet, finding parts isn't a problem as long as you can afford the shipping.

    • @wolfshanze5980
      @wolfshanze5980 Před měsícem

      The Chevy Trax is a cheap commuter car to get groceries and get to your college classes... it was never designed or intended to end up being a hot hatch.

    • @sergeantbigmac
      @sergeantbigmac Před měsícem +2

      @@wolfshanze5980 Who is going to college classes in a $20k+ brand new car though?

  • @rkgaustin9043
    @rkgaustin9043 Před měsícem +3

    Always enjoy Sarah's finger work pointing out the relevant items.

  • @matthew-lh3zx
    @matthew-lh3zx Před měsícem +8

    ❤ true not everyone wants a suv!!

  • @user-ln5ub2lb1h
    @user-ln5ub2lb1h Před měsícem +1

    Through the wisdom of CZcams suggestions, I watched your video on the Trax and I loved it. So much information with great side quips. I’m hooked and have subscribed. Thanks!

  • @user-fx2yq6ov7x
    @user-fx2yq6ov7x Před měsícem +5

    Hi Sarah looks alright but the engine 1.2 ltr turbo way too small takecare

  • @tvglasses
    @tvglasses Před měsícem +10

    Thanks! You definitely nailed it!

  • @jonfranklin9361
    @jonfranklin9361 Před měsícem +12

    Nice review, Bring back the Chevy tracker. Loved that little vehicle. Thanks for sharing

    • @RRr-yl8zr
      @RRr-yl8zr Před měsícem +3

      The Chevy tracker was just a rebagged Suzuki samurai / sidekick.. and there is no more Suzuki sold in the U.S.A. and they kind of work worth getting anyway because Suzuki made two little horsepower engines. But one of them was really crazy low horsepower. And that's the one they put in the Chevys they wouldn't put the bigger engine in the chevy. At least for the longest time that's the way it was...

    • @jonfranklin9361
      @jonfranklin9361 Před měsícem

      @@RRr-yl8zr I remember the samurai, fun little auto to zip around town in. We had one we put a lift kit on an 33 inch tall tires. Tires were too much for that little engine.

  • @richard63
    @richard63 Před měsícem +5

    It's a nice looking car. Not everyone wants a racecar. I would like to see it here in Australia without the price hike that they put on imports. Well done, Chevy and thank you , Sarah.

    • @stevemawer848
      @stevemawer848 Před měsícem

      Presumably the import price hike is to protect the car industry you don't have? 🙂

  • @peanut71968
    @peanut71968 Před měsícem +12

    “Grandma delivery vehicle”! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @maxracer95
    @maxracer95 Před měsícem +5

    "Gonna go give it... whatever bean it has" lmao😂

  • @rickwalsh91
    @rickwalsh91 Před 24 dny

    I really enjoy your knowledgable, enthusiastic and thoughtful reviews, in addition to your appreciated presentation!

  • @theun-personing5674
    @theun-personing5674 Před měsícem +1

    My issue with using the oil cap as a securing point is, if the foam pad gets dirty there will be a way for dirt to get into the engine. My car has the same setup.

  • @ccc3350
    @ccc3350 Před měsícem +20

    I bought that exact same car in fountain blue. I love it. A pleasure every time I drive it. My standards are high. Because I also own new Corvette and Camaro. Trax is my daily.

    • @thedreamfactory6964
      @thedreamfactory6964 Před měsícem +1

      In what way are a Corvette or a Camaro high standard? Seriously, I have no clou.

    • @ccc3350
      @ccc3350 Před měsícem +10

      @@thedreamfactory6964 My standards must be much lower than yours. However I am very proud of what I have accomplished.

    • @billiebobbienorton2556
      @billiebobbienorton2556 Před měsícem

      @@thedreamfactory6964 Clou???

    • @thedreamfactory6964
      @thedreamfactory6964 Před měsícem

      @@billiebobbienorton2556 Sorry. English is not my native language.

  • @violinmiata
    @violinmiata Před měsícem +4

    Great review! This people mover is refreshing to see, it’s simple and nice enough. It would be funny to see how far you could take it with modification.

  • @johnklinger943
    @johnklinger943 Před měsícem

    Wow your channel has really improved! I was watching you ten years ago when your channel was very homemade. Super pro now!! Go for it!!

  • @kensota
    @kensota Před 7 dny +1

    I love my 2020 Chevy Spark LS Manual. Super fun to drive this hatchback. Yet, people want SUVs and trucks. I'm happy with my Korean built rally car. Ken from Florida

  • @teddyg210
    @teddyg210 Před měsícem +8

    I bet a lot of people were looking forward to this review. I know I was eagerly waiting! lol. This is a nice little commuter for the price.

    • @cantwealljustgetalong2
      @cantwealljustgetalong2 Před měsícem +1

      not really. it looks kinda junky in person. definitely looks like it costs 20K or less

    • @teddyg210
      @teddyg210 Před měsícem +1

      @@cantwealljustgetalong2 I mean…..isn’t that what a commuter car is? No frills just A to B transport.

    • @theogKavani
      @theogKavani Před měsícem +2

      It looks great in person. Not everything has to be some high end thing. This is a very nice car for the price

  • @tomquimby8669
    @tomquimby8669 Před měsícem +11

    Nice shoes.

    • @wolfshanze5980
      @wolfshanze5980 Před měsícem +3

      Rumor has it, there was actually a car cleverly hidden in the video.

  • @ottbee6976
    @ottbee6976 Před měsícem +2

    Great review. Thanks.
    A few commenters mentioned that the engine has the timing belt inside the oil compartment and so is soaked in oil. This design can be a problem. Would love to hear your view on this design.

  • @petteremmartz
    @petteremmartz Před měsícem

    Thank you for reviewing the Trax, this is my car and Im in love honestly, I love it!

  • @prettysheddy
    @prettysheddy Před měsícem +4

    I just cant see this lasting past 150k miles

  • @craigdeeter8042
    @craigdeeter8042 Před měsícem +2

    Always love the little kid big grin right before the braking test :)

  • @johnt.848
    @johnt.848 Před měsícem +1

    Great timing by Eric of I do cars, pulling down a 1.5L 3 cylinder turbo engine to show the inner workings. I was surprised by how big the engine is and how complicated.

  • @paulthing
    @paulthing Před měsícem +4

    TY for the reviews. I also miss cars, esp hatchbacks.

  • @deucedaprodeuca
    @deucedaprodeuca Před měsícem +6

    This car used to have an AWD option, which is why they were so popular in the East Coast of the US.

    • @cantwealljustgetalong2
      @cantwealljustgetalong2 Před měsícem

      awd isnt really needed unless you live far north like buffalo to maine

    • @wolfshanze5980
      @wolfshanze5980 Před měsícem +1

      The name "Trax" did have AWD in the past, but that was a completely different car... this particular model design never had AWD, it's new. Same name, very different car.

    • @canoebelue
      @canoebelue Před měsícem

      @@cantwealljustgetalong2 We need it here in ski country NC mtns.

    • @cantwealljustgetalong2
      @cantwealljustgetalong2 Před měsícem

      @canoebelue ive driven in snow with front wheel drive almost all my life and it was fine...i guess if youre driving in heavy snow up hill on untreated and unplowed roads all the time i could see a need for it

  • @50goingon15
    @50goingon15 Před měsícem +1

    Nice colour coordinated blouses and as usual great in depth breakdown.
    There was a time when RS was a performance designator.
    Nice looking little vehicle.
    Great review.

  • @848evo4
    @848evo4 Před měsícem +2

    Sarah's outfit is a 10+

  • @mikect500
    @mikect500 Před měsícem +12

    I love the sound of my Triumph Speedtriple.

  • @CamoradiWhite
    @CamoradiWhite Před měsícem +8

    This car have pretty much perfect proportions! 👌🏻

  • @bigjim005
    @bigjim005 Před měsícem

    Great knowledge, information and humor. Subscribed Keep up the great content!

  • @mrh3085
    @mrh3085 Před měsícem

    Always great to see another well coordinated video from Sarah on my thread. Can’t wait for you to muster up another one soon. ✌🏼❤️🙏

  • @julioblanco
    @julioblanco Před měsícem +5

    Dear Sarah, Nobody buys hot hatches in the US, but if we raise it a few inches and call it an SUV, the expectations change and we can't keep them on the lots. Regards, GM

  • @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248
    @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248 Před měsícem +36

    Sarah will be the catalyst that converts the entire nation to "correct" its mispronunciation of Aluminium.

    • @mikespangler98
      @mikespangler98 Před měsícem +10

      Aluminum only has one I in it. 😉

    • @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248
      @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248 Před měsícem +13

      @@mikespangler98 Americans and Canadians pronounce and spell it "aluminum" while Sarah-N-Tuned, the British, and most of the world pronounce and spell it "aluminium". In North America, "aluminum" is the preferred spelling, while "aluminium" is preferred in most of the rest of the world. Don't take my word for it though... The world is at your fingertips.

    • @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248
      @guntherultraboltnovacrunch5248 Před měsícem +5

      @@REDMAN298 Or... how bout "Titanum"? Nice try though! "Aluminium" makes perfect sense. Just like the metric system. But you just keep on using inches, feet, cups and quarts and everyone stays happy.

    • @FuqUYouTube
      @FuqUYouTube Před měsícem +1

      No wrong way, both have been long considered correct~

    • @jamesreynolds4220
      @jamesreynolds4220 Před měsícem +1

      @@REDMAN298 With the bolster test. Great for hormone production

  • @Jay-sb2xs
    @Jay-sb2xs Před měsícem +1

    The new Trax looks so sporty! Love the color matches your outfit!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @SoDakTwisties
    @SoDakTwisties Před měsícem +2

    Sarah, the queen of funny innuendos. 😅

  • @yelwing
    @yelwing Před měsícem +10

    32 mpg? That’s all? That 3 cylinder is only 1,200cc and it gets less mpg than some 4 cylinder motors. Made in Korea and Mexico? RS might stand for Really Sucks.

    • @dylanwhite6539
      @dylanwhite6539 Před měsícem +1

      I mean that’s Chevy for ya

    • @0my
      @0my Před měsícem

      Really simple. I actually kinda like it.

    • @dblissmn
      @dblissmn Před 22 dny

      that underside makes for a LOT of drag and so does the wheel choice. And honestly for this size of car they should have used the 1.3 liter which with the Trailblazer gets noticeably better fuel economy than the 1.2.

  • @trails247
    @trails247 Před měsícem +3

    I love that you color matched for the car. Nails and all. Just beautiful. My damn.

  • @victordelacruz3898
    @victordelacruz3898 Před měsícem

    My wife and bought the 2024 Trax Active model a week ago and we love it. We decided to buy this vehicle because the low pricing, can’t wait to see how it performs on our trip to Vegas next week coming from the Phoenix area. 😊

  • @edwardlloyd1516
    @edwardlloyd1516 Před měsícem

    That looks so well made. I'm really impressed. I have the same engine in my Peugeot 408. I love it. Just stick to the oil changes and only get them done at your dealer so you get the quality oil and filter and replace the wet belt before its too late. Give it a fresh oil and filter at 1000 miles to be on the safe side.

  • @2W3X4YZ5
    @2W3X4YZ5 Před měsícem +6

    “Trax” was also the name of a low quality Kmart sneaker, the wearing of which was social suicide around 1975.

  • @Chr.U.Cas2216
    @Chr.U.Cas2216 Před měsícem +3

    First thing that went through my head: The skirt is how small? 😁 ;-)
    I always and absolutely love the matching colour scheme. 👍👌👏

  • @neoanderson7
    @neoanderson7 Před měsícem +2

    That little engine is working overtime!
    Outfit is on point! 🙂
    Always enjoy your reviews..

  • @myopiniongoodyouropinionbad
    @myopiniongoodyouropinionbad Před měsícem +2

    I see these on the Chevy lot next to my work, and was confused when I saw it was a 1.2l. Its pretty big for an engine that small, but it at least looks better than the old Trax

  • @alexanderh.999
    @alexanderh.999 Před měsícem +3

    Trying to fist a muffler? That's a first...haha

  • @FrankyRedEyes
    @FrankyRedEyes Před měsícem +4

    This car is a home run for Chevy. The markets is screaming for cars like this.

  • @Nonakame
    @Nonakame Před měsícem

    “Nailed it!” Yep, Sarah, you always do!

  • @danielcastelaz4819
    @danielcastelaz4819 Před 8 dny +1

    I have a 3-cylinder turbo VW Polo in Taiwan and it is supper fun to drive...and it gets 50 mpg! But of course there must be a significant weight difference between my Polo and this Trax. But I would definitely consider this vehicle if I purchase a car here in the States.

  • @manuelramirez7425
    @manuelramirez7425 Před měsícem +6

    Interesting vehicle, nice features. Your long Beautiful Leggs are the best part of the video, LOL !!! Awesome with the heels 👠 ❤❤❤

  • @stephcooper5998
    @stephcooper5998 Před měsícem +4

    Warning Will Robertson. 3 cylinder, 1.2liter turbo.
    After 50,000 miles you will be the proud owner of a broke car. With book followed maintenance.
    2 year lease advised.

  • @atticstattic
    @atticstattic Před měsícem

    I had a 2016 Trax with awd - it actually was a blast in the snow!

  • @carlosmoreira779
    @carlosmoreira779 Před měsícem +1

    Matched the pointer and the lift arms too!

  • @mikehawk3152
    @mikehawk3152 Před měsícem +5

    Teacher is way too 🔥 ! Can't learn anything!❤

  • @EspHack
    @EspHack Před měsícem +5

    i guess a 4cyl is today's "performance" option, v6 now in the realm of hypercars, what a sad world