Is the Traverse 5 or 7 seater?
It’s a seven- to eight-seat SUV, not a five-seater.
The Chevrolet Traverse is a three-row crossover designed to carry families and groups. In current and recent model years, buyers can choose between a seven-seat configuration (second-row captain’s chairs) or an eight-seat configuration (second-row bench). There is no official five-seat option in today’s lineup.
Two main seating configurations
The number of seats hinges on the second-row arrangement. The following options describe what you’ll typically find in recent Traverse models.
- Eight-passenger configuration: second-row bench seats three people, with two in the front row and three in the third row — total eight seats.
- Seven-passenger configuration: second-row captain’s chairs seat two people, with two in the front row and three in the third row — total seven seats.
- Note: There is no five-seat configuration offered in the current Traverse lineup; all models use three rows of seating.
With eight seats, you maximize passenger capacity but sacrifice some raw cargo room. With seven seats, access to the third row is typically easier (and cargo flexibility improves when fewer people are aboard).
Access and cargo implications
Choosing between eight and seven seats affects how easily passengers reach the third row and how much cargo you can stow behind it. The bench-style second row (eight seats) prioritizes capacity, while the captain’s chairs (seven seats) favor easier third-row access and more versatile cargo space when seats are not full.
What this means for buyers
When shopping for a Traverse, verify the exact seating configuration listed for the model year you’re considering. If you frequently carry a full crew and gear, the eight-seat setup with a bench may be best. If you prioritize passenger access and cargo flexibility, the seven-seat configuration with captain’s chairs could be the better fit.
Summary
The Traverse is not a five-seat vehicle. It offers seven or eight seats depending on whether the second row is configured with captain’s chairs or a bench. This flexibility makes it suitable for larger families or groups, with trade-offs between maximum passenger capacity and cargo space.
Do all Chevy Traverse have 3rd-row seating?
Yes, all Chevy Traverse models are three-row SUVs. However, the number of seats can vary, with configurations for either seven or eight passengers depending on the trim and second-row seating option chosen. Most models come standard with a second-row bench seat for 8-passenger capacity, but higher trims or optional packages may offer second-row captain's chairs for a 7-passenger setup.
- Seating capacity: All Traverse models have a third row, but the total number of seats is either 7 or 8.
- Standard configuration: The standard configuration is typically an 8-seater with a second-row bench seat.
- Optional configuration: A 7-seat configuration is available on many trims, which replaces the second-row bench with captain's chairs for more space and easier third-row access.
- Trim differences: The specific seating configuration can sometimes depend on the trim level.
What is bigger, a Tahoe or a Traverse?
Yes, a Chevy Tahoe is bigger than a Chevy Traverse. The Tahoe is a full-size SUV, while the Traverse is a midsize SUV, resulting in the Tahoe having a longer body, wider stance, and more overall interior and cargo space.
Key differences in size and space:
- Overall size: The Tahoe is larger in length, width, and height compared to the Traverse.
- Seating: The Tahoe can seat up to nine passengers, while the Traverse seats up to eight.
- Cargo space: The Tahoe provides significantly more cargo room, with a maximum of 122.9 cubic feet with the rear seats folded, compared to the Traverse's maximum of 98.2 cubic feet.
- Drivability: The smaller, lighter Traverse is often easier to maneuver in city driving and tight parking spots.
Which Chevy has 7 seats?
Chevrolet offers several 7-passenger vehicles, including the mid-size Traverse and the full-size Tahoe and Suburban SUVs. The Traverse comes in 7- or 8-seat configurations depending on whether you choose second-row captain's chairs or a bench seat, while the Tahoe and Suburban typically seat up to eight passengers. The Express Passenger van is another 7-passenger option available.
Mid-size SUV
- Chevy Traverse: This mid-size SUV offers a flexible 7- or 8-passenger capacity. It comes with either second-row captain's chairs for a 7-seat configuration or a second-row bench seat for 8-passenger capacity.
Full-size SUVs
- Chevy Tahoe: A full-size SUV with a 7- or 8-passenger seating capacity, the Tahoe offers powerful performance and versatile space for passengers and gear.
- Chevy Suburban: As Chevrolet's largest SUV, the Suburban is designed for maximum space and can accommodate seven or eight passengers. It provides the most cargo room among Chevy SUVs.
Van
- Express Passenger van: This van also offers 7-passenger seating and is a good option if you need a vehicle designed to carry more people than an SUV.
Is the Chevy Traverse a 7 seater?
Most models come standard with a second-row bench seat for 8-passenger capacity, but if you prefer more comfort for second-row passengers, the available second-row captain's chairs provide seating for 7 passengers.
