2022 Chevrolet Traverse AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
LS AWD vs LS FWD
AWD adds $2,000. Costs $91 more a year in fuel.
$2,549more over 6 years
- 20 vs 21 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Max towing | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS FWD LS AWD | $33,700 $35,700 | $2,000 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $2,549 | N/A | Same | 7.5 in 7.5 in |
| LT Cloth FWD LT Cloth AWD | $36,200 $40,000 | $3,800 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $4,349 | N/A | Same | Same |
| LT FWD LT AWD | $36,225 $38,225 | $2,000 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $2,549 | N/A | 1,500 lb 5,000 lb | Same |
| LT Leather FWD LT Leather AWD | $39,900 $41,900 | $2,000 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $2,549 | N/A | Same | Same |
| RS FWD RS AWD | $44,200 $46,200 | $2,000 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $2,549 | N/A | N/A | 7.5 in 7.5 in |
| Premier FWD Premier AWD | $46,600 $49,200 | $2,600 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $3,149 | N/A | Same | 7.5 in 7.5 in |
| High Country FWD High Country AWD | $51,200 $53,400 | $2,200 | 21 mpg 20 mpg | $1,829 $1,920 | $2,749 | N/A | Same | 7.5 in 7.5 in |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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