How far can a Traverse go on a full tank of gas?
The Chevrolet Traverse typically travels about 400 to 520 miles on a full tank, depending on the year, trim, engine, drivetrain and how you drive.
Understanding the range: tank size, fuel economy and driving habits
To gauge a Traverse’s range, you need to know the fuel tank capacity, the EPA fuel economy figures for your configuration, and how your driving style and conditions affect consumption. The sections below break down these factors and provide typical ranges for common setups.
Fuel capacity, efficiency and what drives variation
Most recent Chevrolet Traverses share a fuel tank around 19.4 gallons. Exact capacity can vary slightly by year and drivetrain. Fuel economy varies with drivetrain: front-wheel-drive (FWD) versions generally deliver higher mpg than all-wheel-drive (AWD) models. Driving conditions, tire choice, payload, and climate can also shift actual mileage between fills.
Before we outline typical ranges, note that actual figures depend on your specific model year, trim and configuration. The following list highlights the main factors at play.
- Fuel tank size and reliability of the tank seal
- Engine and drivetrain setup (FWD vs AWD)
- EPA-estimated miles per gallon (combined, city, and highway)
- Driving conditions (highway vs city, heavy traffic, hills)
- Your driving style (aggressive acceleration vs smooth cruising)
- Payload and aerodynamics (roof racks, extra weight)
These factors together determine the practical range you’ll experience on a full tank.
Typical range estimates by drivetrain and driving conditions
The following estimates assume a standard 19.4-gallon fuel tank and EPA-based mpg ranges that are common for recent Traverse models. Real-world results will vary.
- Front-wheel-drive (FWD) Traverse with a 19.4-gallon tank: roughly 400–450 miles in mixed driving (based on a combined mpg around 21–23).
- All-wheel-drive (AWD) Traverse with a 19.4-gallon tank: roughly 380–430 miles in mixed driving (combined mpg around 20–22).
- Highway-only, best-case conditions with steady speeds: about 27–28 mpg, which can yield roughly 520–540 miles on the same 19.4-gallon tank.
In practice, you’ll often see ranges toward the lower end in city-heavy commutes or in cold weather, and toward the upper end on long highway trips with light load and steady speeds.
How model year changes can influence range
Chevrolet has maintained the Traverse’s core powertrain for several generations, but small changes in aerodynamics, tires, and standard equipment can shift real-world mpg and, by extension, range. For the most accurate figure, check the EPA ratings on your specific vehicle’s window sticker for the exact model year and drivetrain.
Bottom line and practical takeaways
On a full tank, a Traverse typically offers about 400 to 520 miles of range, with highway cruising toward the upper end and congested or hilly driving toward the lower end. If you do a lot of long highway trips, you’ll usually exceed the mid- to upper-end estimates; city driving will sit closer to the lower end. Always use your vehicle’s official fuel economy data and your own driving patterns to estimate range more precisely.
Summary
In short, expect roughly 400–450 miles for a typical mixed-drive scenario on FWD models and about 380–430 miles for AWD configurations, with highway-only conditions offering the potential to exceed 520 miles on a full tank. The exact figures depend on model year, drivetrain, tire choices, payload, and how you drive. For the most accurate estimate, refer to your Traverse’s EPA fuel economy label and calculate based on your own driving conditions.
