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Chevrolet Traverse 2009

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Chevrolet Traverse 2009

Et de quatre !

Par Benoit Charrette

Après le GMC Acadia et le Saturn Outlook en 2007 suivis du Buick Enclave en 2008, GM complète son quatuor de véhicules multisegments avec le Chevrolet Traverse.

Carrosserie

L'architecture de base est la même que celle des autres véhicules de la famille. Les portes avant sont les mêmes que celles du GMC Acadia, et le ciel de toit provient directement de l'Enclave. Chevrolet s'est inspirée des traits de la Malibu pour tracer les contours du Traverse. Les restes du concept extérieur tournent autour de l'aérodynamisme qui affiche un coefficient de traînée (Cx) de 0,33, un chiffre ordinairement réservé aux berlines et non aux camions. « Nous avons construit le Traverse autour de cette idée de garder le Cx au plus bas », confirme Harvey Whitman, l'un des ingénieurs du projet. La calandre s'inspire directement de celle de la Malibu et ne manque pas d'accrocher l'œil. Pour ce qui est de la silhouette, elle est élégante. Les lignes sont lisses et tendues comme une peau de tambour. GM a également fait des efforts pour camoufler le format du véhicule. Les porte-à-faux très courts renvoient l'image d'un véhicule de taille inférieure. Il faut également souligner le travail de carrosserie très bien exécuté. Les tolérances rigoureuses entre les composants de la carrosserie démontrent une excellente qualité de construction.

Habitacle

Conçu pour les familles, le Traverse peut être configuré pour sept ou huit personnes, avec deux sièges baquets à l'avant, une deuxième rangée composée d'une banquette séparée 60/40 (trois passagers) ou de deux fauteuils individuels (deux passagers) et une troisième rangée composée d'une banquette séparée 60/40. Des sièges en cuir perforé et des fauteuils pour la deuxième rangée sont également offerts contre supplément. La troisième rangée de sièges peut accueillir confortablement deux adultes tout en offrant, à l'arrière, un volume de chargement encore appréciable, ce qui est plutôt rare du côté des véhicules multisegments. Le tableau de bord est dominé par deux grands ensembles d'indicateurs cerclés de chrome. Toutes les autres fonctions sont regroupées au centre de la console. Vous retrouvez, en option, un écran de navigation qui trône au centre de l'action. Au système du système de navigation s'ajoute la radio par satellite XM avec XM NavTraffic, un service de renseignements sur la circulation en temps réel, un système de divertissement DVD et des sièges avant chauffants et refroidissants.

Mécanique

Sous le capot, une seule mécanique : le V6 de 3,6 litres. Il s'agit du même moteur qu'on trouve entre les roues avant des autres membres de la famille. GM a simplement amélioré le système d'injection directe pour ainsi porter la puissance à 288 chevaux avec la double sortie d'échappement (version LTZ), et à 281 chevaux pour les modèles LS et LT à simple échappement. Il semble que cette nouvelle technologie à injection directe demeurera l'apanage de Chevrolet. La boîte de vitesses automatique à 6 rapports tire un excellent parti de la puissance du moteur qui est disponible à partir de 2 500 tours par minute.

Comportement

Peu importe que vous optiez pour la version à traction ou à transmission intégrale, la tenue de route ne vous fera pas faux-bond. La suspension, qui marie très bien tenue de route et confort, est épaulée par des roues de 17, de 18 ou de 20 pouces qui aident le véhicule à demeurer bien planté au sol. Au volant, le véhicule ne fait pas sa taille; vous aurez l'impression de conduire une berline beaucoup plus qu'un camion. L'insonorisa-tion est excellente, et le centre de gravité, assez bas pour se permettre de faire un parcours en slalom à des vitesses impressionnantes sans se donner le mal de mer.

Conclusion

Il faut donner à César ce qui revient à César ! Chevrolet a été capable de prendre un excellent produit et de le peaufiner encore un peu pour en faire un véhicule vraiment très intéressant. Donc, pour toutes les familles qui ne veulent plus de fourgonnettes, mais apprécie le côté polyvalent de ce genre de véhicule, il faut regarder du côté du Traverse. Toute la famille y sera à l'aise, et vous n'aurez pas besoin, comme c'est le cas de bien des concurrents, de faire l'achat d'un porte-bagages de toit en raison du manque d'espace à l'intérieur

Informations

Warranty Basic:
3 Years/60,000 km

Drivetrain:
5 Years/160,000 km

Corrosion:
3 Years/60,000 km
Rust-Through
6 Years/160,000 km

Hybrid/Electric Components:
8 Years/160,000 km

Roadside Assistance:
5 Years/160,000 km
includes Courtesy Transportation

Prix sommaire du véhicule

Description PDSF
Prix de base 42,220.00 $
Frais de transport 1,300.00 $
Prix total des options 0.00 $
Prix total avec les options 43,520.00 $
Prix total sans les options 43,520.00 $

Vehicle

Emissions
G/km Of CO2 Emissions N/A
Kg/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 20K km/year N/A
Vehicle
EPA Classification Sport Utility Vehicle

Powertrain

Transmission
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code MY9
Trans Type 6
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.48
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.87
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.80
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.47
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.74
Reverse Ratio (:1) 2.88
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.16
Mileage
EnerGuide Estimate - City 12.7 L/100 km
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy 8.4 L/100 km
Cruising Range - City 1541.96 mi
Cruising Range - Hwy 2331.30 mi
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Combined N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EnerGuide Estimate Equivalent - City N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code LLT
Engine Type Gas V6
Displacement 3.6L/217
Fuel System SIDI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 281 @ 6300
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 266 @ 3400
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 170
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity N/A

Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity 7
Passenger Volume 153.1 ft³
Front Head Room 40.4 in
Front Leg Room 41.3 in
Front Shoulder Room 62.0 in
Front Hip Room 59.1 in
Second Head Room 39.4 in
Second Leg Room 36.8 in
Second Shoulder Room 61.3 in
Second Hip Room 57.8 in
Third Head Room 37.8 in
Third Leg Room 33.2 in
Third Shoulder Room 57.6 in
Third Hip Room 48.3 in
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase 118.9 in
Length, Overall 205.0 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 78.4 in
Height, Overall 72.8 in
Track Width, Front 67.8 in
Track Width, Rear 67.4 in
Min Ground Clearance 7.2 in
Liftover Height N/A
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline N/A
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings N/A
Cargo Box (Area) Height N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 116.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 68.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 24.4 ft³

Chassis

Weight Information
Base Curb Weight 4720 lbs
Curb Weight - Front N/A
Curb Weight - Rear N/A
Curb Weight N/A
Total Option Weight 0.00 lbs
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 500 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. 5200 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. 780 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front Coil-over-strut
Suspension Type - Rear Linked H-Arm
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear N/A
Tires
Front Tire Order Code QLW
Rear Tire Order Code QLW
Spare Tire Order Code N/A
Front Tire Size P255/65R18
Rear Tire Size P255/65R18
Spare Tire Size Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size 18 x 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 18 x 7.5 in
Spare Wheel Size N/A
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Steering
Steering Type Variable Assist Pwr
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.89
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 40.4 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A
Brakes
Brake Type Pwr
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.8 x 1.1 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.0 x 0.8 in
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 83.3 L
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A

MECHANICAL

  • 3.6L SIDI V6 engine -inc: variable valve timing
  • 6-speed automatic transmission
  • Front wheel drive
  • Battery rundown protection
  • 170 amp alternator
  • 4-wheel independent suspension
  • Variable assist pwr steering
  • Pwr 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes

EXTERIOR

  • 18" x 7.5" machined aluminum wheels
  • P255/65R18 all-season BSW tires
  • Limited use compact spare tire/wheel
  • Black roof rails
  • Body coloured rear spoiler
  • Body coloured bodyside mouldings
  • Chrome beltline mouldings
  • Dual halogen headlamps w/automatic on-off
  • Body coloured manual folding pwr heated mirrors -inc: turn signal indicators, integral spotter mirror
  • Solar-Ray light tinted windshield/front door glass
  • Solar-Ray deep tinted rear side/rear quarter/rear liftgate glass
  • Intermittent front & rear wipers w/washers
  • Pwr rear liftgate
  • Chrome door handles
  • Hex fixed antenna

ENTERTAINMENT

  • AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player -inc: aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, radio data system (RDS), speed compensated volume, Theftlock, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/amplifier
  • XM satellite radio -inc: digital quality sound w/coast-to-coast signal coverage (Includes (3) free trial months beyond which service fees apply)
  • Rear seat audio volume/station/media controls -inc: (2) headphone jacks
  • Bluetooth system -inc: microphone, voice recognition

INTERIOR

  • 7-passenger seating -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/pwr lumbar, 2nd row 40/40 captain chairs w/Smart Slide, 3rd row manual 60/40 split bench seat
  • 2nd row 40/40 captain chairs w/Smart Slide
  • 3rd row manual 60/40 split bench seat
  • Front centre console w/storage
  • Colour keyed carpeting w/front & rear floor mats
  • Tilt & telescoping steering column
  • Leather wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls
  • 5-gauge instrumentation w/enhanced driver info centre, outside temp, compass
  • Oil life monitor
  • Pwr windows w/driver express down, rear disable
  • Programmable pwr locks w/lockout protection
  • Programmable remote keyless entry w/panic button
  • Remote vehicle start
  • Security system w/programmable audible/visible theft alarm
  • Engine immobilizer theft deterrent system
  • Cruise control
  • Universal home remote (operates garage door, lights & other devices)
  • Tri-zone automatic climate control
  • Rear window defogger
  • Electrochromic auto dimming rearview mirror w/OnStar controls
  • Dual sunshades w/covered & illuminated mirrors
  • Lighting -inc: theatre dimming, LED cargo compartment, LED front seat reading lights, 2nd row reading lights integrated in dome light, illuminated entry/exit
  • Cupholders -inc: (4) front, (4) 2nd row, (2) 3rd row
  • Cargo storage under rear floor
  • 12V auxiliary pwr outlet

SAFETY

  • StabiliTrak electronic stability control system w/enhanced rollover protection
  • Traction control
  • Brake/transmission shift interlock
  • Driver & front passenger airbags w/passenger side airbag suppression
  • Front row side impact airbags
  • All rows outboard seats head curtain side impact airbags
  • OnStar in-vehicle communications & assistance service -inc: (1) year Directions & Connections plan w/Turn by Turn navigation
  • Ultrasonic rear parking aid
  • Rearview camera system -inc: rearview mirror integrated display
  • Front seat belts w/pretensioners, dual mode retractors, shoulder belt height adjusters
  • Child security rear door locks
  • LATCH child safety seat system
  • Tire pressure monitor

AIR COND EXCISE TAX

FEDERAL AIR CONDITIONING EXCISE TAX ___ 100 $

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP

2LT PREFERRED EQUIPMENT GROUP
  • inc: std equipment
1SC 0 $

ENGINE

3.6L SIDI V6 ENGINE
  • inc: variable valve timing (STD)
LLT 0 $

TRANSMISSION

6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • (STD)
MY9 0 $

AXLE

3.16 REAR AXLE RATIO GW5 0 $

PRIMARY PAINT

DARK CHERRY METALLIC 12U 0 $
SILVER ICE METALLIC 17U 0 $
DARK BLUE METALLIC 25U 0 $
WHITE 50U 0 $
CYBER GREY METALLIC 57U 0 $
BLACK GRANITE METALLIC 58U 115 $
RED JEWEL TINTCOAT 80U 515 $
DESERT BROWN METALLIC 81U 0 $
SILVER MOSS METALLIC 92U 0 $

PAINT SCHEME

STANDARD PAINT ___ 0 $

SEAT

7-PASSENGER SEATING
  • inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/pwr lumbar, 2nd row 40/40 captain chairs w/Smart Slide, 3rd row manual 60/40 split bench seat (STD)
ABB 0 $
8-PASSENGER SEATING
  • inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/pwr lumbar, 2nd row 60/40 flat folding split bench seat w/Smart Slide, 2nd row armrest w/(2) cupholders, 3rd row manual 60/40 split bench seat
ABC 0 $

SEAT TRIM

EBONY, CLOTH SEAT TRIM 19C 0 $
DARK TITANIUM/LIGHT TITANIUM, CLOTH SEAT TRIM 83C 0 $
EBONY, LEATHER APPOINTED SEATS
  • inc: heated front seats, 4-way pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar, vinyl 3rd row seat trim
192 2155 $
DARK TITANIUM/LIGHT CASHMERE, LEATHER APPOINTED SEATS
  • inc: heated front seats, 4-way pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar, vinyl 3rd row seat trim
772 2155 $
DARK TITANIUM/LIGHT TITANIUM, LEATHER APPOINTED SEATS
  • inc: heated front seats, 4-way pwr passenger seat w/pwr lumbar, vinyl 3rd row seat trim
832 2155 $

RADIO

AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER
  • inc: aux input jack, seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, radio data system (RDS), speed compensated volume, Theftlock, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/amplifier (STD)
US8 0 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD PLAYER & DVD-BASED NAVIGATION
  • inc: seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, radio data system (RDS), speed-compensated volume, Theftlock, voice recognition, rearview camera system, aux input jack, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/amplifier, real-time traffic data
  • *Plays CD only in upper slot. Rearview camera integrated into navigation display. Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. In Canada, at time of print, incident data available for 3 metropolitan areas (Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal). Limited flow data available for Toronto*
U3R 3065 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER & REAR SEAT DVD PLAYER
  • inc: seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, radio data system (RDS), speed-compensated volume, Theftlock, remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/5.1 surround sound, rear seat audio volume/station/media controls, (2) headphone jacks, 110V 3-prong pwr outlet in back of 1st row console
UVA 2255 $
AM/FM STEREO W/MP3 COMPATIBLE CD/DVD PLAYER, DVD-BASED NAVIGATION, REAR SEAT DVD PLAYER
  • inc: seek & scan, digital clock, auto tone control, radio data system (RDS), speed-compensated volume, Theftlock, voice recognition, remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, rearview camera system, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/5.1 surround sound, real-time traffic data, rear seat audio volume/station/media controls, (2) headphone jacks, 110V 3-prong pwr outlet in back of 1st row console
  • *Rearview camera integrated into navigation display. Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. In Canada, at time of print, incident data available for 3 metropolitan areas (Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal). Limited flow data available for Toronto*
UZR 5320 $

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

SUNROOF & DVD PKG
  • inc: 2-panel front/rear sunroof, AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD/DVD player, rear seat DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, (10) Bose speakers w/5.1 surround sound audio system, rear seat audio controls, (2) headphone jacks, controls for volume/station selection/media, 110V 3-prong pwr outlet in back of 1st row console
  • (N/A w/U3R or UZR Radio)
PDN 3940 $
SUNROOF & DVD PKG CREDIT
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
SUNROOF & NAVIGATION PKG
  • inc: 2-panel front/rear sunroof, AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player, DVD based navigation w/voice recognition, aux input jack, Bose 10-speaker audio system w/amplifier, real-time traffic data, rear seat audio controls, (2) headphone jacks, controls for volume/station selection/media
  • (N/A w/UVA or UZR Radio)
  • *Plays CD only in upper slot. Rearview camera integrated into navigation display. Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. In Canada, at time of print, incident data available for 3 metropolitan areas (Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal). Limited flow data available for Toronto*
PCN 4750 $
SUNROOF & NAVIGATION PKG CREDIT
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
SUNROOF, DVD & NAVIGATION PKG
  • inc: 2-panel front/rear sunroof, AM/FM stereo w/MP3 compatible CD player, DVD based navigation w/voice recognition, rear seat DVD player w/remote control, overhead display, (2) wireless headphones, aux audio/video input jacks, (10) Bose speakers w/5.1 surround sound audio system, real-time traffic data, rear seat audio controls, (2) headphone jacks, controls for volume/station selection/media, 110V 3-prong pwr outlet in back of 1st row console
  • (N/A w/UVA or U3R Radio)
  • *Plays CD only in upper slot. Rearview camera integrated into navigation display. Required XM radio & XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. In Canada, at time of print, incident data available for 3 metropolitan areas (Vancouver, Toronto & Montreal). Limited flow data available for Toronto*
PDB 6750 $
SUNROOF, DVD & NAVIGATION PKG CREDIT
  • *CREDIT*
___ 0 $
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER K05 100 $
HD TRAILERING EQUIPMENT
  • inc: hitch platform, trans cooler, 7-wire harness w/independent fused trailering circuits mated to a 7-way sealed connector, 2" trailering receiver, electric brake controller jumper harness
V92 550 $
FRONT PWR TILT-SLIDING SUNROOF & FIXED REAR SUNROOF
  • inc: pwr rear sunscreen
C3U 1685 $
BLACK ROOF RACK CROSS RAILS
  • (LPO) *Dealer installed*
VQQ 215 $
CHROME ASSIST STEPS
  • (LPO) *Dealer installed*
VQM 765 $
FRONT LICENSE PLATE MOUNTING PROVISIONS
  • *Included for vehicles shipped to BC, MB, NB, NL, NT, NS, NU, ON. Optional for vehicles shipped to AB, PE, QC, SK, YT*
VK3 15 $
2-WAY ADVANCED REMOTE VEHICLE STARTER SYSTEM
  • inc: greater range, 2nd vehicle control capability, display screen (shows last command performed, remote start countdown timer, tire pressures, fuel, odometer)
  • (LPO) *Dealer installed*
VBS 325 $
CARGO CONVENIENCE PKG
  • inc: cargo net, cargo area shade cover
  • (LPO) *Dealer installed*
VQR 155 $