Trim Report

Chevrolet Traverse RS2021

Includes:TRAVERSE|RS
$5,995
Starting From
4,470
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4,470 active dealer listings as of

Min $5,995
Max $67,385
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RS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$8,980
$9K–$39K
819 listings78,785 avg miles
High Country
From$999
1,729 listings|$999–$65K
LS
From$650
1,129 listings|$650–$40K
LT
From$550
16,073 listings|$550–$76K
LTZ
From$2,300
146 listings|$2K–$17K
Premier
From$5,900
1,288 listings|$6K–$52K
RS
From$5,995
4,470 listings|$6K–$67K
Z71
From$32,971
4,092 listings|$33K–$65K

2021 Chevrolet Traverse RS Pricing

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Where to Find Chevrolet Traverse RS

Location data for all 2021 Chevrolet Traverse trims combined

37States

11% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 37 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Chevrolet Traverse Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Chevrolet Traverse trims

Moderate

With 3 recalls and 80 complaints, the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
80
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
21V4720002021-24-06
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:FRONTAL IMPACT

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave vehicles. During service by dealers, certain vehicles may have received incorrect air bag calibration software that may affect frontal airbag deployment.

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.

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22V2100002022-31-03
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2021-2022 Buick Enclave vehicles. The harness connector to the left or right side roof rail air bag may have incompatible electrical terminals, which could prevent the air bags from deploying in a crash.

Roof rail air bags that do not deploy as intended increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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21V8170002021-18-10
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with Power In-floor Ramp conversion. The screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 80 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System16
02Unknown Or Other13
03Power Train9
04Engine And Engine Cooling6
05Service Brakes6
80 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Traverse Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Chevrolet Traverse trims

20–21mpg combined
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17-18city
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25-27hwy
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$2,100-$2,200/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Traverse FWD - Automatic 9-spd
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
Traverse AWD - Automatic 9-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the RS Worth It?

Common questions about the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse RS

How does the RS compare to other Chevrolet Traverse trims?

Every Chevrolet Traverse trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse RS?

The RS shares its core mechanicals with other Chevrolet Traverse trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for electrical system issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Traverse RS?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Chevrolet Traverse RS year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Chevrolet Traverse overview compares all years side by side.

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