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Chevrolet Traverse 
Manufacturer General Motors Also called Chevrolet Grand Blazer (Latin America) Production 2008–present (North America)
2011– (Latin America)[citation needed]Model years 2009–present (North America)
2012– (Latin America)Assembly Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States (2008–2009);
Lansing Delta Township Assembly,
Delta Township, Michigan, United States (2010–present)Predecessor Chevrolet Uplander and Chevrolet TrailBlazer (North America)
Chevrolet Blazer (Latin America)Class Full-size crossover SUV Body style 4-door SUV Layout Front engine, front-wheel drive / All-wheel drive Platform GM Lambda platform/GMT561 (Series GMT960) Engine 3.6L VVT DI High Feature V6 Transmission 6-speed automatic Wheelbase 118.9 in (3,020 mm) Length 205.0 in (5,207 mm) Width 78.4 in (1,991 mm) Height 2009: 69.7 in (1,770 mm)
2010–present: 70.4 in (1,788 mm)Curb weight 2136 kg (4700 Lbs) Related GMC Acadia
Buick Enclave
Saturn OutlookThe Chevrolet Traverse is a seven/eight seat full-size crossover SUV built on the GM Lambda platform that underpins the Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook. It is a successor to both the Uplander minivan and Trailblazer SUV. The Traverse was built in Spring Hill, Tennessee from its introduction until late 2009, when production was moved to the same Delta Township Assembly plant in Lansing, Michigan that produces the other Lambda-platform crossovers as a replacement for the Saturn Outlook because of GM phasing out the Saturn brand. Shortly after the production shift to Lansing, the GM badges were removed from the front doors.[1] However, Saturn Outlook production resumed for a short time during early 2010 at the same plant.
The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse debuted at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show and arrived at dealerships in October 2008.
Contents
Powertrain
The Chevrolet Traverse features the LLT engine, a 3,564 cc (3.564 L; 217.5 cu in) double overhead cam V6 with VVT and direct injection.[2] The other Lambda-based vehicles also have this powertrain in the 2009 model year. A 6-speed automatic transmission gives power to the front or all wheels.[3] The Traverse delivers 281 hp (210 kW) with the torque at 266ft. lbs. in the LS and LT models. The LTZ model, with dual exhaust, delivers 288 hp (215 kW) and the torque comes in at 270ft. lbs.[citation needed]
Design
The Traverse name was originally used for a concept car at the 2003 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, but that concept gave way when the Chevrolet Equinox launched for the 2005 model year. The production Traverse's design was inspired by the 2005 Chevrolet Sequel concept, and has a chevron-shaped grille similar to the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. The Traverse has unique sheet metal different from the other Lambda crossovers, with the exception of the doors.
Marketing
The Traverse was part of a product placement by GM in the NBC drama My Own Worst Enemy, along with the new Chevrolet Camaro; the show was cancelled in mid-November 2008. The vehicle also appears on the remake of Hawaii Five-O.
Sales in the United States
Year Sales 2008 9,456[4] 2009[5] 91,074 2010[6] 106,744 References
- ^ "GM to drop corporate logo from vehicles – Detroit News". The Detroit News. http://www.detnews.com/article/20090825/AUTO01/908250320/1148/rss25. Retrieved 2010-09-30.
- ^ "2009 Chevrolet Traverse" (Press release). GM. 2008-06-09. http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_traverse/09index.html#specs. Retrieved 2009-10-16.
- ^ "2009 Chevrolet Traverse, with Enhanced Powertrain, Delivers Efficient, Responsive and Safe Driving Experience" (Press release). GM. February 6, 2008. http://archives.media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/events/autoshows/08chicago/brands/chevrolet080206/08_Chicago_09_Chevrolet_Traverse%20Driving_R.html.
- ^ "GM Reports 221,983 Deliveries in December; 2,980,688 Vehicles Sold in 2008" (Press release). GM. 2009-01-05. http://archives.media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=6&docid=51161. Retrieved 2009-10-16.
- ^ http://media.gm.com/content/Pages/news/us/en/2010/Jan/0105_Dec_Sales/_jcr_content/iconrow/textfile/file.res/Deliveries%20December%2009.xls
- ^ "December 2010 Sales: General Motors - Cheers & Gears Forums". Cheersandgears.com. http://www.cheersandgears.com/topic/74944-december-2010-sales-general-motors/. Retrieved 2011-01-04.
External links
- Official Chevrolet Traverse website
- "Chevrolet Announces the All-New 2009 Traverse" (Press release). GM. February 6, 2008. http://archives.media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/events/autoshows/08chicago/brands/chevrolet080206/index.html.
- Edmunds InsideLine: 2008 Chicago Auto Show: 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
- Chevy Traverse wins SEAMO 2009 Family Car of the Year Award
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