Why the 2016 Traverse is Perfect For Growing Families

March 24th, 2016 by

A silver 2016 Chevy Traverse parked off-road.

If you have a large (or growing) family, you probably find yourself struggling to keep them content during a long car ride. Or, if you own a smaller sedan, you may have difficulties fitting in all of their luggage. After all, there’s only so much room to go around, and with your passengers accounting for the majority of the interior room, there just isn’t much space for cargo.

If you’re seeking a new vehicle, it might be in your best interested to pursue a sport utility vehicle. If that seems to be the correct route for you, then there’s no better option than the 2016 Chevy Traverse.

The nameplate is the ultimate family SUV. The vehicle offers an abundance of space, and owners can easily manipulate the seats to fit their children and their accompanying equipment. Furthermore, the vehicle delivers an abundance of advanced technology, which will help keep all of your occupants distracted and happy. Perhaps best of all, the Traverse also includes a number of innovative safety features, so you can be assured that your new ride will be doing everything it can to provide a safe and protective trip.

Intrigued? Continue reading below to learn why the 2016 Chevy Traverse may be the perfect choice for your large family…

Abundance of Interior Space

It can be practically impossible to haul around your children and their accompanying sports equipment. You’re going to need a spacious interior if you hope to fit all of their luggage.

Fortunately, the 2016 Traverse offers an abundance of cargo room with a best-in-class 116.3-cubic-feet of maximum storage space, including 24.4-cubic-feet behind the third row. The seats can be manipulated for maximum cargo space, and the Smart Slide second-row seating allows for maximum flexibility (as well as easy access to the third row).

Are you instead serving as a makeshift bus driver one morning? Considering the amount of interior space, you’ll practically be able to fit a class-worth of students into the Traverse. There are seats for seven passengers (excluding the driver), and the 36.8/33.2-inches of rear leg room means the kids will still be able to fit their backpacks and school projects. If you need that extra bit of space, you can utilize the sliding armrest storage compartments (this is also a good place to hide any of your valuables).

There may be some circumstances where you’re just unable to fit all of the passengers and their accompanying cargo. Thanks to the Traverse’s towing capabilities, you’ll be able to haul whatever cargo you need. With help from the 3.6-liter V6 engine (which can deliver 281/288 horsepower and 266/270 pounds-feet of torque), drivers can expect a 5,200-pound towing capacity.

Plenty of Comfort/Entertainment

Of course, if you’re going to be driving your children around, your main goal is to keep them distracted. If you have to travel cross-country to visit relatives, you won’t want to deal with the constant complaints from your younger passengers.

The Traverse’s variety of technological features will ensure that your passengers will always stay entertained. The built-in 4G Wi-Fi means your children can consistently have access to the internet, and the multiple USB ports found throughout the cabin will help keep all of their gadgets charged. If you’re looking for even more options, buyers can opt to include the rear-seat entertainment system, which allows the rear passengers to watch movies or even connect a game console.

Is that not doing it for them? If your rear passengers find themselves to be incredibly bored, it won’t take them very long to fall asleep. The seats are covered in comfy, soft-touch materials, providing a cozy napping opportunity. Meanwhile, the heated/cooled seats will allow the children to find their optimal temperature, and the tri-zone climate control allows them to personally manipulate the heater or air conditioner.

Let’s not forget that the adults need a bit of entertainment, too. Luckily, the Chevy MyLink infotainment system will provide you with all of the technology you need. Via the 6.5-inch diagonal color touch-screen, drivers can access music (including SiriuxXM Satellite Radio) and a 3D Navigation companion. You can even connect your phone, allowing you to make phone calls and access contacts while on the go. Best of all, thanks to the steering wheel-mounted controls, you can operate the entire system without taking your eyes off the road or your hands off the wheel.

Any inconveniences will likely challenge that comfort and while the Traverse can’t help you avoid all of life’s obstacles, it can at least assure that you won’t have a longer trip due to multiple stops at the gas station. With a fuel economy hovering around 17 city/24 highway miles per gallon, you’ll be able to keep on cruising to your next destination without interruption. Therefore, you and your passengers can enjoy all of the Traverse’s amenities without making constant pitstops.

Dependable Safety

Above all else, safety is the top priority when shopping for a vehicle that caters to your family’s needs and preferences. You’re going to want as many preventative safety features as possible, and in the case of an emergency, you’ll want to know that your passengers are as protected as possible.

The Traverse certainly delivers. The vehicle was “designed for safety,” as engineers specifically focused on making the SUV one of the most trustworthy in the class. That’s probably a good reason why it earned a perfect five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

It starts with the design, as the high-strength metal will reduce damage and absorb the majority of impact from a collision. The six standard airbags are certainly crucial, including the side-impact bags. Plus, the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system will provide additional safety for your younger occupants.

You hopefully won’t find yourself in a car accident, and the Traverse will do everything in its power to prevent a collision. The StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System (with Traction Control) reduces swaying and ensures that you’re staying on your intended path. Meanwhile, the Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert will assist you when changing lanes by alerting you to a car that may have snuck up beside you. Finally, the available Forward Collision Alert will anticipate a potential collision by manipulating the brakes.

If you do find yourself in an emergency, you can take comfort in the fact that your SUV will send help as soon as possible. Thanks to the OnStar Automatic Crash Response technology, emergency personnel will quickly arrive at the crash scene.

It’s not all about protection with the Traverse, as engineers have also added several security functions to the SUV. OnStar’s RemoteLink application will allow you to remotely manipulate your vehicle, whether it be by locking/unlocking your doors or starting the vehicle. You can even activate the horn and lights, which should help scare away a potential thief.

While your children may not care, the Traverse’s price-tag truly separates the SUV from the pack. Coming in at a very-affordable $31,205, you’re not going to find a better deal in the segment. In fact, we’d even be willing to dish out some extra cash for the SUV, considering the unique combination of interior room, technology, and safety. When it comes down to it, there’s no better choice for a growing family than the 2016 Chevy Traverse!