New Chevrolet Trax Fuel Efficiency at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC

The 2026 Chevrolet Trax is a compact crossover SUV powered by a 1.2 L ECOTEC Turbo engine with 6-Speed Automatic Transmission and FWD, dropping its fuel consumption to 8.5 L per 100 km in the city and 7.6 L per 100 km of highway. On top of its fuel-conscious engineering, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax offers intelligent features like Automatic Stop/Start and a dedicated Eco drive mode to make full use of its tank. Keep reading as the automotive experts at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC guide you through the 2026 Chevrolet Trax’s fuel-saving features, and take a test drive today in Hope, BC!

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ECOTEC 1.2 L Turbo Engine with 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

At the heart of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax’s fuel economy is its ECOTEC 1.2 L Turbo engine with 6-speed automatic transmission, which delivers reliable performance clocking in at 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque while maintaining a sensible fuel economy of 8.5 L per 100 km in the city and 7.6 L per 100 km of highway. As well, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax’s 6-speed automatic transmission ensures gear switching is seamless and won’t spike your fuel costs.

Eco Mode & Stop/Start: Fuel-Cutting Technology

On top of its base performance stats, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax’s engineering offers additional features like a dedicated Eco drive mode and Automatic Stop/Start to keep running costs low. Eco Drive Mode adjusts the 2026 Chevrolet Trax’s performance configurations to optimize fuel consumption and drive quality, while Automatic Stop/Start shuts off your engine at wasteful idling points like crosswalks, drive-thrus, intersections, and in traffic jams to minimize emissions.

Are FWD Cars More Fuel Efficient?

Vehicles that use Front Wheel Drive use fewer components for fuel distribution, which also tends to mean they’re built lighter than their competitors. This simpler power distribution system and more compact, lightweight design work hand-in-hand to cut fuel consumption down to size, so your tank lasts longer and you keep more money in your pocket.

Shop the 2026 Chevrolet Trax at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC

The 2026 Chevrolet Trax is available now as part of the SUV lineup at Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC, so come on down to our showroom in Hope, BC to take a spin in this fuel-conscious compact SUV! Our automotive experts are happy to help you choose the right trim and accessories, like the available engine heating block that helps maintain your vehicle’s performance in cold weather. Ask us about our financing options, warranty coverage, and trade-ins, or get in touch today to let us know how else we can help!