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Small SUVs are the latest craze right now, but what happens when your little bundle of joy blossoms into a social butterfly with friends, sports equipment, and maybe a dog or 2… you may need something a bit bigger like this Chevy Traverse.

This 2022 Traverse is Chevrolet’s midsize 3 row SUV. It’s currently in its second generation, and this model year receives slight updates to the front fascia with redesigned headlights and taillights, and turn signals integrated into the daytime running lights, giving it a sleek new look.

Those styling updates are great and all but if you’re like me, I feed off of functionality… and Traverse, DADDY’S HUNGRY. And before you comment, I’m literally a father and I genuinely didn’t have breakfast this morning.

Let’s start the functionality journey in the cargo area. Behind the 3rd row, there’s 23 cu-ft of space with an additional 3.2 cu-ft in the underfloor storage hold.

When boarding you’ll notice wide-opening rear doors for easy access to a world of functionality.

Upfront in the driver’s position, headroom is still abundant, and the seats are comfortable with a wide range of motion and well-placed armrest.

Functionality continues with a large center console and a bin for your phone with available wireless phone charging. And on that wireless topic, this new infotainment system is not only easy to work with and very responsive, but it now has Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with wireless connectivity standard on all trims.

And wireless is good because sometimes you need to just hop in your ride and go. And if you’re hungry for more functionality, this Traverse has a cool party trick. There’s a lockable lifting screen that hides kids' snacks and definitely not anything bad never ever. thumbs up

It drives just fine. The suspension absorbs bumps well and when cornering, the Traverse feels planted. The ride is generally pleasant and quiet in here. But just know if you plan on driving a bit more spirited to soccer practice, the lack of lateral support will send you sliding in your seat.

All trims come with a 3.6-liter V6 making an ample 310 horsepower. The Traverse up to speed quickly when needed and when properly equipped it can tow up to 5000 lbs.

All that power is linked to a standard 9-speed automatic which is buttery smooth, and when the pedal drops down, downshifts are quick and acceleration is prompt.

For its given size, Fuel economy in a FWD Traverse is efficient 18 city/ 27 hwy, while AWD models take a small ding in efficiency 17 city/25 hwy.

The Traverse does a fine job hiding its size with relatively light and easy steering and a tight turning radius that gives you confidence when maneuvering in a parking lot or a tight street neighborhood like mine.

While maneuvering your people hauler, you’ll be happy to know that some previously optional driving aids now come standard like rear parking sensors, Forward collision warning with automatic braking, Lane-keeping assist…

Something not standard is adaptive cruise control, which is reserved for higher trim levels of the Traverse while competitors like the Honda Pilot include this feature in their base trims.

On the subject of trims, the Traverse has ditched the L Trim level, leaving six to choose from. FWD is standard but all-wheel drive is optional down the lineup. Base LS models start at $34,895 not including destination charges and include features like heated outside mirrors, automatic LED lights, cloth seats with a 2nd row bench seat, 10 cupholders, a 7-inch touchscreen, onboard wi-fi, and 3 zone climate control.

Look to higher trims for options like wireless phone charging, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, leather seating, an 8-inch touchscreen, and a power liftgate.

Look into the RS trim like our tester here for dark finished 20 inch wheels and blacked out accents, adaptive cruise control, power-folding mirrors with integrated turn signals, Bose audio system, digital rearview mirror, and 360 degree camera system. And if the darker look isn’t your thing, these features can be added as a premium package to the LT Leather trim.

And the top of the line High Country $52,395 gets a panoramic roof, power 3rd row seat, and trailering enhancements.

Within the 3 row SUV segment, there are plenty of options like the aforementioned Honda Pilot, popular Kia Telluride, strong-selling Ford Explorer, and redesigned Nissan Pathfinder just to name a few.

But with pleasant road manners, plenty of cargo space, and a very functional easy to work interior, the Chevrolet Traverse is ready to tackle family duty. Despite some stiff competition, this midsize SUV commands a second look.

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