How to Choose the Ideal Pre-Owned Chevy SUV

Chevy is one of the most respected and revered automotive manufacturers in America. For over a century, the bowtie brand (as it’s sometimes called) has built vehicles for commuters, tradespeople, and adventurers. Among the many options it produces each year, its SUV lineup is notable for its practicality, performance, and versatility.

Getting a used Chevy SUV of exceptional quality for an affordable price is possible when you shop at McCluskey Chevrolet. A used Chevy for sale from us can provide you with everything you want in your next vehicle. Our selection includes the economical Equinox, the stylish Blazer, and three-row offerings like the Traverse, Tahoe, and Suburban. Choosing the right SUV is crucial, and our sales team can help you find the model that will benefit you the most.

Chevy Trax

The Chevy Trax is ideal for drivers who prioritize cost and practicality. The subcompact Trax is powered by a turbocharged three-cylinder engine that produces 137 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. It is exclusively built with front-wheel drive (FWD), making it an ideal choice for city commuters who enjoy saving money between fill-ups. Drivers who purchased a 2024 Chevy Trax, for example, achieved 28 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway, for 30 MPG combined.

Despite its small stature, the Trax has all the advantages drivers enjoy about the SUV class. It can comfortably seat five and offers 54.1 cu.ft. of total cargo space when the rear row is folded down. This subcompact SUV also has plenty of standard safety features and an available 11-inch infotainment touchscreen to keep drivers connected.

Chevy Trailblazer

The Trailblazer is very similar to the Trax; both are subcompact SUVs with great fuel efficiency and, because of their size, can offer agile performance in the city. However, the Trailblazer has notable advantages over the Trax, such as available all-wheel drive (AWD) and a slightly larger cargo capacity. Also, while their performance aspects are very similar, the Trailblazer has a 1,000-lb towing rating, which is ideal for bringing an ATV or quad with you on your next adventure.

FWD versions of the Trailblazer have the same engine as the Trax and pair it with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for improved fuel economy. AWD versions of this SUV have a slightly larger turbocharged engine that pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The available AWD makes the Trailblazer ideal for drivers who commute in the city during the week and partake in outdoor adventures during their downtime.

Chevy Equinox

The Chevy Equinox is one of the bowtie brand’s most popular models. This compact SUV provides adequate performance and nimble handling that’s more comparable to a sedan than an SUV. The Equinox is popular among families, especially with its abundance of safety features provided via the Chevy Safety Assist suite. With nearly 64 cu.ft. of cargo space, the Equinox is perfectly suited for a small family’s traveling needs.

The Equinox’s agile performance is bolstered by remarkable fuel economy figures for an SUV of this size. In the 2024 model, for example, its turbocharged engine allowed drivers to achieve 26 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway, for 28 MPG combined, in front-wheel drive. Families who enjoy adventures will love the Equinox’s available AWD and the model’s competent 1,500-lb towing rating.

Chevy Blazer

The Blazer is one of the most recognizable names associated with Chevy. First appearing in 1969 and considered by many to be one of the forebears of the modern SUV, the Blazer triumphantly returned in 2019 as a midsize SUV with plenty of style and substance. The modern Blazer borrows many styling cues from the Camaro, with a stylish interior and an expansive 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen. A 2024 Blazer retains many of the practical features of the SUV class, with over 64 cu.ft. of cargo space available.

The Blazer is one of Chevy’s most versatile SUVs, boasting powertrain options that cater slightly more to performance or efficiency. Drivers of a 2024 model who want an exhilarating commute can get a V6 that produces 308 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. A smaller turbocharged four-cylinder offers impressive fuel economy, with the 2024 Blazer achieving up to 29 MPG on the highway in front-wheel drive.

Chevy Traverse

The Chevy Traverse combines the cargo and seating accommodations of a large SUV with the fuel economy and versatility of a smaller model. It is great for families who like having three rows of space and the ability to travel farther between fill-ups. The Traverse is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that provides agile performance, making 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The 2024 Traverse also produced remarkable fuel economy figures. FWD models allow drivers to achieve 18 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, for 21 MPG combined. AWD can be equipped, however, for families and drivers who enjoy their adventures off the pavement. The Traverse’s towing rating of 5,000 lbs helps make it an ideal adventurer, and its interior is perfect for any driver, yielding over 97 cu.ft. of cargo space and a wide 17.7-inch infotainment screen.

Chevy Tahoe & Suburban

When performance, seating, and storage all take precedence with a potential SUV purchase, only the best will do. The Tahoe and Suburban are the two full-size offerings from Chevy, and they provide power and capabilities far exceeding the norm for SUVs. Sharing some of the Chevy Silverado 1500’s powertrain options, both SUVs boast high towing clout and the ability to adapt to any situation.

Both present three rows of seating and well over 100 cu.ft. of total cargo space (122.9 cu.ft. for the Tahoe and 144.7 cu.ft. for the Suburban). If towing and adventuring are among your intentions for your next SUV, a 2024 Suburban with a 5.3L V8 can easily pull 8,300 lbs; a 2024 Tahoe with the same engine can tow 8,400 lbs. Despite being Chevy’s largest SUVs, both can offer exceptional fuel economy: With a Duramax turbo-diesel engine, they can achieve 22 MPG combined in four-wheel drive.

A used Tahoe or Suburban also has multiple trims that cater to different sensibilities. Both models have a Z71 trim that offers an exhilarating means of adventure. If luxury-appointed items are more to your liking, both SUVs have a High Country trim with lavish amenities.

What Used Chevy SUV Is Right for You?

Choosing the right used Chevy SUV is an important decision. If you’re a first-time vehicle buyer or need an agile means to get around town, the Trax and Trailblazer are perfectly suited. Growing families who prioritize space, safety, and fuel economy will feel right at home in the Equinox. For those who need more than two rows of seating as well as far greater features, the Traverse will accommodate you nicely.

Drivers who enjoy performance instead of practicality should seek a Blazer, Tahoe, or Suburban. For larger families who need the most space for passengers and cargo, we recommend the Tahoe and Suburban above all else. When you’re ready to shop for your next used Chevy SUV, trust the experts at McCluskey Chevrolet. We have scores of used models and experts who can help you choose.