2027 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels

2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT, RS, High Country and Z71 trims parked together beside a lake near Denison, TX

Traverse Trims Explained by Classic of Texoma

2027 Chevrolet Traverse
Trim Levels & ConfigurationsLT, Z71, RS & High Country

Compare Seating, Traction, Technology & Cabin Upgrades To Choose Your Traverse.


With three rows, flexible cargo space and useful standard technology, the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse fits school-week carpools around Denison and weekends at Lake Texoma. Its four trims let you prioritize passenger space, rough-road equipment, convenience or cabin design.

Know the features you want? Use the Finder below. Still exploring? Start with what every trim includes, then compare prices and features. Open the detailed slides for your favorites.

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Which Traverse Features Do You Want?

Choose your must-haves to see matching trims and required options. Compare the lineup first if you're still exploring.

Standard means included on the trim. Choices labeled Standard exclude trims that offer that feature only as an option.

Seating & Family Convenience
Traction & Rough-Road Equipment
Driver Tech & Comfort
Style & Materials

Base MSRPs* exclude options. Confirm package compatibility, equipment, model year and condition on the exact vehicle; individually available features may not be combinable.

Popular 2027 Traverse Questions Quick Answers Before You Explore

How many 2027 Chevrolet Traverse trims are there?
Four: LT, Z71, RS and High Country.

Which Traverse trim is the most affordable?
LT starts at $41,100 MSRP* with front-wheel drive, before options and applicable charges.

Which Traverse can seat eight?
LT offers an available second-row bench for eight passengers. Z71, RS and High Country seat seven.

Which Traverse trim is designed for rougher roads?
Z71 adds specialized AWD, suspension, all-terrain tires and underbody protection for rougher roads.

Which Traverse trims offer Super Cruise?
Super Cruise is standard on RS and High Country and available on LT and Z71 through the Enhanced Driving Package. Compatible-road, driver-attention and service-plan requirements apply.*

Which Traverse trims have 22-inch wheels?
RS and High Country have distinct 22-inch wheel designs. Z71 uses 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires for rougher-road capability.

Can I choose front-wheel drive?
LT, RS and High Country offer front-wheel drive; Z71 comes standard with AWD.

2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 in green driving on a dirt trail beside a white Traverse RS on a paved road near Denison, TX

What Every 2027 Traverse Trim Includes

Every Traverse trim starts with the shared equipment below.
From there, compare what each trim adds & decide which upgrades matter most for your needs and budget.


  • Powertrain: 2.5L Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Engine with 328 Horsepower & 326 lb-ft of Torque, paired with an Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission.
  • Screens & Connectivity: 17.7" Touchscreen, 11" Driver Display, Wireless Phone Charging & Second-Row USB Ports.
  • Comfort & Convenience: Heated Front Seats, a Heated Steering Wheel & an AutoSense Power Liftgate.
  • Cargo Space: 22.9 cu. ft. behind the third row, expanding to 98 cu. ft. with both rear rows folded.
  • Safety Tech: More than 20 Standard Safety & Driver-Assistance Features.

What's New for 2027

Fresh Finishes & Family Camera Technology

High Country Design

High Country takes a warmer, more refined direction than RS's black-and-red styling.

  • Interior: Natural Tan details, real wood and microfiber suede accents.
  • Exterior: Refreshed accents, new 22" machined-face wheel design & distinctive High Country badging.

New Color Choices

  • Trillium Green Metallic: Available across all four trims.
  • Twilight Blue: Available on RS and High Country.
  • Oregon Interior: New color option for Z71.

Cabin Views & Recording

New camera technology adds rear-seat visibility and recording capabilities on equipped vehicles.

  • Cabin Glance: Live rear-seat views on the center display. Standard on RS and High Country; available on LT and Z71.
  • Video Recording: Separate features capture driving footage or theft-alarm events. Compatible equipment, enabled settings and a USB drive are required to save recordings.

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What Changes Across the Four Traverse Trims?

Starting Prices & the Reason to Choose Each Trim

FWD means front-wheel drive; AWD means all-wheel drive. Z71 includes AWD; the other starting prices are for FWD.

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2027 Chevrolet Traverse prices and trim roles
Feature LT Z71 RS High Country
Starting MSRP* $41,100 $49,400 $55,800 $56,100
Price Relationship* Base Trim +$8,300
vs. LT FWD
+$6,400
vs. Z71 AWD
+$300
vs. RS FWD
Maximum Seating 7 People
8 with Optional Second-Row Bench
7 People
Drivetrain FWD
AWD Available
Twin-Clutch AWD FWD
AWD Available
Primary Role Family Space & Value Rough-Road Traction & Protection Blackout Styling & Cabin Convenience Premium Design & Materials

The Z71-to-RS price step compares AWD with FWD. RS and High Country start $300 apart in FWD form, making their finishes a more useful deciding point than that small base-price gap.

How Do AWD, Towing & MPG Compare?

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2027 Chevrolet Traverse capability trim comparison
Capability LT Z71 RS High Country
Drivetrain FWD
AWD Optional
Twin-Clutch AWD FWD
AWD Optional
Road & Trail Equipment Road-Focused
Suspension & Tires
  • Off-Road Suspension
  • Skid Plate
  • Terrain Mode & Hill Descent Control
  • All-Terrain Tires
Road-Oriented 22" Wheel & Tire Packages
Maximum Towing* Up to 5,000 lb When Properly Equipped
EPA City / Highway MPG* • FWD: 20 / 26
• AWD: 20 / 24
AWD: 20 / 24 • FWD: 20 / 26
• AWD: 20 / 24

The published towing maximum is shared across the lineup. Z71's added value is its rough-road traction and protection; FWD versions have the higher highway MPG estimate.

Where Do Comfort & Technology Upgrades Begin?

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2027 Chevrolet Traverse tech trim comparison
Feature LT Z71 RS High Country
Hands-Free Highway Assistance* Available with Enhanced Driving Package
Requires Driver Confidence Package
Standard Super Cruise
with 3-Year OnStar Super Cruise Plan
Cabin Glance Rear-Seat View Available
with Driver Confidence Package
Standard
Ventilated Front Seats Not Offered Standard
Third-Row Seat Folding Manual Folding Power-Folding Third Row
Signature Cabin Style Practical, Comfortable Materials Rugged Details; Oregon Seat Color Available Red Accents & Flat-Bottom Steering Wheel Natural Tan Accents, Wood & Microfiber Suede

If Super Cruise is your main priority, compare an LT or Z71 with the required packages against an RS. Price the actual equipment combination; a lower base MSRP* does not establish the lowest equipped price.


Third-Party Perspective

MotorTrend's Perspective on the 2027 Traverse

MotorTrend

8.4 /10

Overall Score

2027 Chevrolet Traverse

2027 Chevrolet Traverse Expert Review

Family Strengths & a Useful LT Perspective

MotorTrend's Bob Hernandez praises the Traverse's space, straightforward technology and strong engine, while noting some less-refined cabin materials and a large-vehicle feel from behind the wheel.

MotorTrend recommends LT with AWD for its standard conveniences and family practicality—a useful reason to consider the lower trim before paying for specialty equipment or finishes.

Read the Full MotorTrend Review

2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS interior with black dashboard, red accents and widescreen display overlooking a rainy park in Denison, TX

Explore Every Trim

What Does Each Traverse Trim Offer?

Trim 1 of 4

2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT

The flexible starting point for three-row households.

$41,100 Starting MSRP*

2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT trim level
2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT Trim Features
Starting MSRP* $41,100 FWD / $43,100 AWD
Price Relationship* Base Trim of the Traverse Lineup
Cabin & Seating
  • 7-Passenger Seating with Second-Row Captain's Chairs
  • Available Second-Row Bench for 8 Passengers
  • Smart Slide Seats for Easier Third-Row Access
Standard Comfort & Technology
  • 17.7" Infotainment Touchscreen & 11" Driver Display
  • Heated Front Seats, Heated Steering Wheel & AutoSense Power Liftgate
Drivetrain & Towing*
  • FWD Standard; AWD Available
  • Up to 5,000 lb Towing Capacity When Properly Equipped
Best Fit Families Wanting Three Rows, an Available Eighth Seat & a Lower Starting Price

Real-World Analysis

If you regularly carry eight people, start with LT and confirm that the vehicle has the optional second-row bench; the captain's-chair layout seats seven. Try third-row access with the passengers and child seats you normally carry.

For mostly paved driving, LT is a useful starting point. Compare LT AWD with Z71 when you need added traction, or an option-equipped LT with RS when driver-assistance technology* is your main priority. Check the actual package combination and equipped price.

Trim 2 of 4

2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71

The capability-focused choice for unpaved access and changing traction.

$49,400 Starting MSRP*

2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 trim level
2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71 Trim Features
Starting MSRP* $49,400 with AWD Standard
Price Relationship* +$8,300 vs. LT FWD
Includes Standard Twin-Clutch AWD & Trail Equipment
Step-Up Features & Changes
AWD & Controls
  • Advanced Twin-Clutch AWD System
  • Terrain Mode & Hill Descent Control
Suspension & Protection
  • Off-Road Suspension & Skid Plate
  • 18" Gloss-Black Machined-Face Wheels with All-Terrain Tires
Seating & Interior Options
  • 7-Passenger Layout; LT's Optional 8-Seat Bench Not Offered
  • Oregon Interior Color Available for 2027
Best Fit Drivers Regularly Facing Uneven Lake-Access Roads, Gravel Approaches & Low-Traction Surfaces

Real-World Analysis

Repeated gravel approaches and uneven lake-access roads are the reason to consider Z71. Its equipment supports those trips, but ground clearance, surface conditions and your route still set the limits; it remains a three-row family SUV.

If most of your miles are on pavement, compare LT AWD first. Moving to RS shifts the emphasis to cabin convenience and road-oriented styling, so confirm that you prefer that setup to Z71's specialized trail hardware.

Trim 3 of 4

2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS

Bold on-road design with standard hands-free highway technology.*

$55,800 Starting MSRP*

2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS trim level
2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS Trim Features
Starting MSRP* $55,800 FWD / $57,800 AWD
Price Relationship* +$6,400 vs. Z71 AWD
RS Starts with FWD; Not a Like-for-Like Drivetrain Comparison
Step-Up Features & Changes
Design & Character
  • Blackout Grille, Roof Rails & Badging
  • 22" High-Gloss Black Wheels
  • Flat-Bottom Steering Wheel & Red Interior Accents
Driver Assistance* Standard Super Cruise with 3-Year OnStar Super Cruise Plan
Cabin Convenience
  • One-Touch Fold Second Row & Power-Folding Third Row
  • Ventilated Front Seats & Heated Second-Row Outboard Seats
  • Interior Camera with Cabin Glance
Changes From Z71 Road-Focused Wheels & Styling Replace Z71's Twin-Clutch AWD, Skid Plate & All-Terrain Tires
Best Fit Drivers Prioritizing Standard Super Cruise, Power-Folding Seats & Blackout Styling

Real-World Analysis

RS is worth comparing when power-folding seats and cabin comfort will make your regular routine easier. For frequent US-75 travel, explore Super Cruise on an equipped vehicle and check compatible roads, driver-attention requirements and service coverage.

Drive the 22-inch wheel setup on familiar pavement before choosing it. Compare an option-equipped LT if highway assistance* is your main requirement, or High Country when the cabin finish matters as much as convenience.

Trim 4 of 4

2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country

An elevated cabin with signature finishes and standard Super Cruise.

$56,100 Starting MSRP*

2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country trim level
2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country Trim Features
Starting MSRP* $56,100 FWD / $58,100 AWD
Price Relationship* +$300 vs. RS FWD
Different Premium Materials & Exterior Finishes, Not More Power
Step-Up Features & Changes
Cabin Materials
  • Real Wood Accents & Microfiber Suede
  • Jet Black Seats with Natural Tan Accents & Natural Tan-Edged Seatbelts
  • Debossed Front-Row Headrests
Exterior & Identity
  • Tritan Satin Grille & Headlamp Accents
  • 22" Gloss-Black Machined-Face Wheels
  • Redesigned High Country Badging on Front Doors & Liftgate, Plus Signature Door Sill Plates
Changes From RS Keeps Standard Super Cruise; Replaces RS Blackout & Red Details with Wood, Natural Tan & Tritan Satin Finishes
Best Fit Drivers Prioritizing Premium Textures, Warm Cabin Accents & a Distinctive High Country Finish

Real-World Analysis

Compare High Country and RS in person: the materials, colors and touch points are the distinction you will experience every day. Their published FWD starting prices are $300 apart*, and options or dealer pricing can change the gap between actual vehicles.

Choose the interior you enjoy most after checking the equipment. High Country's position in the lineup does not add Z71's trail hardware or LT's available eighth seat.

Take the Next Step

Experience the Differences for Yourself

Visit us to test third-row access, fold the seats and compare Z71's all-terrain ride with the 22" setups. Ask us to demonstrate Super Cruise controls and operating limits on an equipped Traverse.

2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country in blue with black wheels and roof rack crossbars parked in a Denison, TX driveway

Still Deciding?

Start With How You Use Your Traverse

Choose the routine closest to yours for a starting point and one alternative.

Configuration Before Appearance

Settle seating and rough-road requirements first. Then compare convenience and finishes, including the actual price of any option packages.

Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT

Why It Fits

LT's available second-row bench makes it the Traverse configuration to compare when all eight seats are regularly needed.

Also Compare

RS if seven seats usually suffice & you would benefit from its power-folding rear seating.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

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Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse Z71

Why It Fits

Twin-clutch AWD, all-terrain tires & an off-road suspension suit repeated trips beyond smooth pavement.

Also Compare

LT AWD if those roads are occasional & you do not need Z71-specific trail hardware.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

Shop Traverse Z71 Models

Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS

Why It Fits

RS includes standard Super Cruise for hands-free assistance on compatible roads, with required driver attention.

Also Compare

LT with available Super Cruise if you're open to adding the required packages.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

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Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS

Why It Fits

RS combines dark exterior details, distinctive 22" wheels & red cabin accents for a coordinated sportier look.

Also Compare

High Country if satin accents & natural-tone materials better match your style.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

Shop Traverse RS Models

Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse High Country

Why It Fits

Real wood, microfiber suede & Natural Tan details make High Country the premium-material choice.

Also Compare

RS if its sportier black-and-red treatment appeals more while retaining standard Super Cruise.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

Shop Traverse High Country Models

Trim to Compare First

2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT

Why It Fits

LT delivers the shared Traverse space, screens & everyday conveniences without the specialty trim upgrades.

Also Compare

Z71 if regular rough-road trips make its specialized traction equipment worthwhile.

Confirm the exact vehicle's equipment.

Shop Traverse LT Models

Frequently Asked Questions

Details Worth Settling Before You Shop

Can I get Cabin Glance without buying an RS or High Country?

Yes. The Cabin Glance interior camera is available on LT and Z71 and standard on RS and High Country. Confirm the equipment on the specific Traverse you are considering.

Does Traverse Z71 tow more than the other trims?

No. Z71 adds specialized traction and rough-road equipment, not a higher published tow limit. The Traverse can tow up to 5,000 lb* when properly equipped. Confirm the specific vehicle's rating and loaded trailer weight.

Does Super Cruise work on every highway?

No. Super Cruise operates only on compatible roads and under supported conditions. It requires an attentive driver, compatible vehicle equipment and an eligible service plan.*

Will the 22" wheels on RS or High Country improve ride comfort?

Not necessarily. Larger wheels do not guarantee a smoother ride, and tire choices can change how road imperfections feel. Compare the 22" setups with LT or Z71 on the same roads.

Does the 2027 Traverse require premium gasoline?

No. The 2027 Traverse uses regular unleaded gasoline rated 87 octane or higher.


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Disclaimers:
*Starting MSRPs reflect Chevrolet's published 2027 Traverse prices as of November 10, 2026, excluding destination charges, taxes, title, license, dealer fees, options and other applicable charges. Actual selling prices may vary.
*Price comparisons reflect base configurations, which may have different standard drivetrains. Prices, equipment and availability are subject to change.
*EPA-estimated MPG is 20 city / 26 highway for FWD and 20 city / 24 highway for AWD configurations. Actual mileage varies with driving conditions and vehicle configuration.
*Cargo measurements depend on seating positions and configuration. Actual usable space may vary.
*Maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. requires proper equipment and compliance with vehicle, trailer and loading limits. Consult the owner's manual.
*Safety and driver-assistance features, including Super Cruise, have operating limitations and do not replace attentive driving. Compatible roads, equipment, driver monitoring and active service plans may be required.
*Features, colors and availability vary by trim, package and individual vehicle. Confirm equipment and specifications on the vehicle's window sticker.
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