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Full 2013 Chevrolet Traverse Review No Video Content What's New for 2013 The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse receives multiple changes this year, including refreshed exterior styling, improved interior materials, a new electronics interface and new safety features. Introduction From outward appearances, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse looks almost fully redesigned. Gone is the signature Chevy split grille, replaced by a nose that looks more at home on a large sedan. The new design may lack personality, but it has a slimming effect that makes its predecessor look bloated by comparison. With a sharper, more defined tailgate and angled lights, the same holds true for the rear of this large crossover. The interior also received the nip/tuck treatment, with sculpted surfaces and shapes integrated more fluidly into the overall design, and additional features including a standard rearview camera and Chevrolet's new MyLink infotainment interface at the driver's disposal. Similar to MyFord Touch, the MyLink system provides a wealth of audio, navigation and other system control through a simple touchscreen. The rest of the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse remains unchanged and that's a good thing. Interior cargo capacity continues to be a top draw, with an impressive 116 cubic feet available behind the first-row seats. We like the way the Traverse drives, too, as its comfortable ride quality and 281-horsepower V6 put this big Chevy right at home on city streets and on the highway. That said, there are great choices for large crossover SUV buyers. The Ford Flex is a funkier take on the same theme and definitely worth checking out, along with the more athletic-handling Mazda CX-9. And if you're willing to drop down a bit in size, the new Hyundai Santa Fe impresses with its all-around excellence. But with a sharper look inside and out, the updated 2013 Chevrolet Traverse holds its place as a smart choice among family-friendly large crossovers. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options With seating for up to eight passengers, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is classified as a large crossover SUV. It is offered in four trim levels: LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ. Standard features on the LS Traverse include 17-inch steel wheels, automatic headlights, roof rails, cruise control, front and rear air-conditioning, keyless entry, full power accessories, cloth upholstery, 60/40 split-folding third-row seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer, Bluetooth, OnStar telematics, a 6.5-inch touchscreen display, a rearview camera and a six-speaker audio system with a CD player, USB/auxiliary audio inputs, and satellite and HD radio. Steeping up to the 1LT trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, foglights, heated mirrors, rear parking sensors, remote ignition, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood grain interior trim and an eight-way power driver seat with power lumbar adjustments. On top of that, the 2LT tacks on power-folding mirrors, an auto-dimming driver-side and rearview mirror, a power rear liftgate, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats and the MyLink infotainment interface (voice activation, Bluetooth audio connectivity and smartphone radio app integration). The range-topping LTZ trim includes 20-inch wheels, a blind-spot monitoring system, a rear cross-traffic alert system, second-row captain's chairs (reducing seating capacity to seven), leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver seat with power lumbar adjustments, driver memory functions, an eight-way power front passenger seat, ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. As comprehensive as this list is, there isn't a lot of room for options. Available on the 2LT and LTZ trims are a navigation system and a 10-speaker Bose surround-sound system. All but the LS trim can also opt for a dual-panel sunroof, rear-seat DVD entertainment center with USB input and a 110-volt household power outlet. Powertrains and Performance Powering most 2013 Chevrolet Traverse models is a 3.6-liter V6 that produces 281 hp and 266 pound-feet of torque. The LTZ trim features twin exhaust outlets that increase output to 288 hp and 270 pound-feet. A six-speed automatic is the only available transmission, but buyers can choose front- or all-wheel drive. The EPA estimates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 19 mpg in combined driving for the front-drive Traverse and 16/23/19 mpg for the all-wheel-drive model -- average results for crossovers in this class. Safety Standard safety features on all 2013 Chevy Traverse models include four-wheel antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a rearview camera, front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags for all three rows. OnStar is also standard and includes automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, remote door unlocking, stolen vehicle assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. An inboard driver-seat side airbag that helps protect front occupants from colliding into each other in the event of a side impact is optional on the LS trim and standard on all others. A blind-spot and rear cross-traffic monitoring system is only available on the top LTZ trim. In government crash tests, the Traverse earned a top five-star rating for overall performance, with five stars for total front-impact protection and five stars for total side-impact protection. The Traverse also aced the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests, where it earned the highest rating of "Good" in moderate frontal-offset, side-impact and roof-strength tests. Interior Design and Special Features The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse features an attractive new interior, but a few flaws detract from an otherwise successful effort. Most touch-surfaces are decently padded, but the quality of the materials lacks a premium look and feel. Drivers will also notice poor rearward visibility, particularly in reverse. Fortunately, the standard rearview camera provides a clear and comprehensive view. The rearview monitor and all infotainment functions are controlled by a touchscreen display in the dash, but the screen itself is mounted low in the driver's sight line, and requires a longer glance away from the road ahead. The MyLink interface, which allows smartphone radio app integration, features a clean layout and intuitive menu structure. Touch inputs are occasionally slow or missed entirely, however, making the interface a bit frustrating. We're also not fond of the USB port placement in a dash-top bin where direct sun and high temperatures can bake electronics. Front-row passengers will enjoy abundant head- and legroom, as will second-row occupants, but the middle-row seat cushions are a bit low. Sliding those seats all the way back alleviates this issue, but that effectively kills third-row legroom. The slide release is also difficult to access. The narrow, flat third-row seats are easily deployed and stowed, but are really suited to kids and smaller adults. The Traverse scores points for generous cargo capacity. Even with the third-row seats in place, the Traverse can carry up to 24.4 cubic feet of luggage. That figure jumps to 70.3 cubes with the rearmost seats folded flat and a cavernous 116.3 cubes with the second row stowed. Driving Impressions Overall, the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse delivers a smooth and quiet highway ride. On curves and passes, the big SUV minimizes body roll and feels more secure and planted than you expect. The V6 engine generates good horsepower, but lacks punch and tends to sound harsh and unrefined under acceleration -- an indication of the mass it's tasked to carry. The thin steering wheel also feels a little outdated and the transmission is slow to react, though gearchanges are smooth. Whether running errands in the suburbs or traveling the interstates, the Traverse is well suited to delivering several people in comfort or cargo in abundance. Despite its dimensions, it maneuvers well in tight parking lots -- it's just harder to see out of than most competitors   **ABOVE MODEL REVIEW TAKEN FROM EDMUNDS.COM Exterior Measurements WIDTH6 ft. 6.5 in. (78.5 in.) HEIGHT5 ft. 9.9 in. (69.9 in.) LENGTH16 ft. 11.7 in. (203.7 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE0 ft. 7.2 in. (7.2 in.) FRONT TRACK5 ft. 7.3 in. (67.3 in.) REAR TRACK5 ft. 7.1 in. (67.1 in.) WHEEL BASE9 ft. 10.9 in. (118.9 in.) Interior Measurements FRONT HEAD ROOM 40.4 in. FRONT HIP ROOM 58.0 in. FRONT LEG ROOM 41.3 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 61.5 in. REAR HIP ROOM 57.8 in. REAR HEAD ROOM 39.4 in. REAR LEG ROOM 36.8 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM 61.0 in. Fuel ENGINE TYPE Gas FUEL TYPE Regular unleaded FUEL TANK CAPACITY 22.0 gal. RANGE IN MILES (CTY/HWY) 374.0/528.0 mi. EPA MILEAGE EST. (CTY/HWY) 17/24 mpg Weights and Capacities MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY** 5200 lbs. MAXIMUM PAYLOAD** 1764 lbs. GROSS WEIGHT 6411 lbs. CURB WEIGHT 4647 lbs. CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 24.4 cu.ft. MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY 116.3 cu.ft. ** When adequately equipped, which may require engine and/or other drivetrain upgrades. DriveTrain DRIVE TYPE Front wheel drive TRANSMISSION 6-speed shiftable automatic Engine & Performance BASE ENGINE SIZE 3.6 L CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC) CYLINDERS V6 VALVES 24 VALVE TIMING Variable TORQUE 266 ft-lbs. @ 3400 rpm HORSEPOWER 281 hp @ 6300 rpm TURNING CIRCLE 40.4 ft. Suspension Front Seats Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support Height adjustable driver seat Premium cloth Bucket front seats Rear Seats Split-folding rear seatback Reclining rear seats Folding with storage center armrest Manual folding split-bench third row seats Rear ventilation ducts with fan control Power Features Remote keyless power door locks Power mirrors 1 one-touch power windows Instrumentation Clock Tachometer Trip computer External temperature display Low fuel level warning Compass Convenience Cruise control Front console with storage Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders Front and rear door pockets Retained accessory power Front seatback storage Power steering 12V rear and 12V cargo area power outlet(s) Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel Rear view camera Hands-Free Calling* Roadside Assistance* Concierge Service* Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)* Destination Download* Comfort Interior air filtration Front and rear air conditioning Cargo area light Simulated alloy trim on center console Simulated alloy trim on dash Simulated alloy trim on doors Front and rear reading lights Simulated alloy trim on shift knob Simulated alloy steering wheel Rear floor mats Dual illuminating vanity mirrors In Car Entertainment Element antenna 6 total speakers AM/FM stereo Satellite radio satellite radio Adjustable speed sensitive volume control Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control 3 Months of provided satellite radio service Radio data system USB connection Telematics Pre-wired for phone OnStar telecommunications service Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone * Feature available with a subscription to OnStar Exterior Features Roof and Glass Variable intermittent wipers Privacy glass Rear defogger Intermittent rear wiper Body Rear spoiler Tires and Wheels Steel wheels 17 x 7.5 in. wheels Steel spare wheel P245/70R17 tires All season tires Underbody mounted spare tire Full wheel covers Temporary spare tire Doors Fixed lifgate window Rear liftgate door Towing and Hauling Cargo tie downs Safety Features 4-wheel ABS Front, rear and third row head airbags Dual front side-mounted airbags Child seat anchors Remote anti-theft alarm system Emergency braking assist Front and rear ventilated disc brakes Rear door child safety locks Daytime running lights Engine immobilizer Auto delay off headlamps Dusk sensing headlamps 2 front headrests 2 rear headrests Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation Rear center 3-point belt Front seatbelt pretensioners Stability control Traction control Electronic brakeforce distribution Rear fixed headrests Post-collision safety system Tire pressure monitoring Emergency Service* Airbag Deployment Notification* Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*     * Above  features list was taken from Edmunds.com, this particular vehicle might have more or less features !   CHECK OUR PROMOTIONAL DELIVERY RATES : $199 door to door delivery in: FLORIDA.   $499 door to door delivery in:  AL, GA, SC.   $699 door to door delivery in: LA, TX, MS, NC, TN, OK, VA.     $ 799 door to door delivery in: WV, KY, PA, MD, DE, NJ, NY, CT, AR, MO, IL, OH, WI, MI, MA. $899 door to door   delivery in: NH, VT, ME, MN, IA, KS.   $ 1299 door to door delivery in: CA, NM, AZ ,CO, UT, NV. $ 1399 door to door delivery in: WA, OR, ID ,WY, MT, ND, SD, NE.   OTHER STATES PLEASE E-MAIL FOR QUOTE. 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WARRANTY INFORMATION Buyer acknowledges and agrees that the Vehicle is being sold "AS IS" and "WITH ALL FAULTS" by Seller. Seller is not making any warranties, express or implied and SELLER EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE. Seller expressly does not warrant the correctness of the odometer reading, year of manufacture, make, model, class or style, prior use or condition of the Vehicle. Buyer acknowledges that prior to the sale, Seller has provided to Buyer the opportunity to inspect the Vehicle or have it inspected by a mechanic of Buyer's choosing at Buyer's expense. By accepting delivery of the Vehicle Buyer agrees that the condition of the Vehicle is satisfactory and acceptable. Buyer agrees that any and all advertisements relating to the Vehicle are not warranties made by Seller and that they should not be relied upon by Buyer in making this purchase. Seller disclaims all liability for any mistakes, inaccurate descriptions or other misstatements in its advertisements and Buyer agrees that Buyer's opportunity to inspect the Vehicle allows Buyer to verify the accuracy of any advertisements before purchase. Vehicle history reports provided by third parties, such as carfax.com and/or autocheck.com may not be current and/or accurate and Buyer relies on such reports at his or her own risk. Buyer understands and agrees that Seller's managers, employees, agents and/or representatives are NOT authorized to make verbal promises or representations relating in any way the Vehicle. Buyer agrees that unless such promises or representations have been reduced to writing as part of this Order, that Buyer is not relying on such promises or representations in purchasing the Vehicle and Buyer waives the right to seek to enforce such promises or representations. Buyer acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased was acquired by Seller through trade, a public or private sale or at an auction under circumstances in which the prior owner's registration and/or use of the Vehicle may not have been disclosed to Seller. Even if not designated on this Order, Buyer acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased may have been titled, registered or used as a (a) short term lease vehicle, (b) taxicab; or (c) police vehicle. In addition, the Vehicle may be (a) rebuilt, assembled from parts, or combined; (b) a kit car, glider kit, replica vehicle; (c) total loss vehicle, previously damaged, (d) a flood vehicle , (e) a not actual mileage vehicle and/or (f) a non-conforming vehicle as that term is defined under Chapter 681 of the Florida Statutes. It is Buyer's sole obligation to independently verify the Vehicle's prior use or designation prior to purchase, if these items are material to Buyer. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle as well as to research title and accidents history and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to make a purchase decision based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any previous damage or accidents the vehicle might had in the past. Buyer does not rely on any statements from Seller relating to the history of the vehicle. Buyer expressly acknowledges that the Vehicle being purchased under this Order has been involved in an prior accident, has salvage history and sustained damage as a result of such accident and that repairs have been done to it.  Seller makes no representations as to the nature and extent of such accident damage and/or the nature and sufficiency of the repairs.  The damage to the Vehicle may include damage that resulted in the Vehicle being deemed a total loss by an insurance company.  The Vehicle's status as a total loss vehicle may or may not be reflected on the Vehicle's certificate of title and/or in the Vehicle's title history. Seller makes no warranties, representation or assurances that the motor vehicle contains only original manufacturer installed or manufacturer rebuilt components, parts or accessories. Buyer agrees that the Vehicle has been delivered to Buyer and Buyer accepts delivery of the Vehicle in Florida, at Seller's principle place of business. If Buyer is shipping the Vehicle out of state, then the person accepting delivery of the Vehicle for Buyer shall be deemed Buyer's agent for accepting delivery of the Vehicle in Florida. This Order and the entire transaction between the parties shall be governed by Florida law. Arbitration .- The parties to this Order hereby agree that any and all Claims (defined below) shall be decided through binding arbitration as provided for herein. For purposes of this arbitration provision: Us/Our means: Diamond Enterprise Financial Inc d/b/a USA Cars, its parents,subsidiaries, affiliates, predecessors and successors in interest, and agents, and all of their officers, directors and employees. In addition, Us/Our also means any third party alleged to be Our agent or to be acting on Our behalf. You/Your means the customer signing this agreement and acquiring a vehicle as part of this transaction. Transaction means your purchase and financing of the vehicle. Claim means any claim, dispute or controversy between you and us arising from or related to: 1) the Transaction; 2) any negotiations and/or representations relating in any way to the Transaction, including, but not limited to any issues relating to the advertising of the vehicle; 3) the vehicle acquired as part of the Transaction; 4) Our efforts to collect any amounts due under the contract or as part of the Transaction; 5) Our recovery or attempted recovery of the vehicle; and 6) the validity, enforceability or scope of this Order and this arbitration provision. For purposes of this arbitration provision Claim has the broadest possible meaning. It includes claims of every kind and nature regardless of who initiates it. This arbitration provision requires that all Claims be arbitrated before an arbitrator instead of litigated in court with a Judge and/or a jury. The Claim shall be arbitrated on an individual basis and not as a class action. This provision applies to all Claims, even Claims that existed before you sign it. Any Claim shall be resolved, on Your election or Ours, by arbitration under this provision. A single arbitrator shall decide the dispute. The applicable rules of the arbitration administrator in place at the time of the filing of the Claim will also apply The arbitration shall be conducted by:J.A.M.S./Endispute, 700 11th Street, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20001,www.jamsADR.com , (800) 352-5267Any arbitration hearing shall take place in Pinellas County, Florida. The party initiating the arbitration shall pay any filing fee required to institute such a proceeding. Thereafter, each party shall be responsible for half of the fees and expenses related to the arbitration, unless otherwise provided by the applicable rules of the administrator. The arbitrator shall have the right to award arbitration costs if applicable law allows for such an award. Each party shall pay its own attorneys', experts' and witness fees, regardless of who prevails in the arbitration, unless the law gives a party the right to recover any of those fees from the other party. The Federal Arbitration Act (aˆoeFAAaˆ?) governs this Agreement.In rendering any decision, the arbitrator shall apply applicable substantive law of the state of Florida.. In addition to all other rights and remedies available to Seller at law or in equity, Seller has the following rights and remedies under this Order: (a) Reclamation.- Seller may enter into Buyer's property and reclaim the Vehicle with or without notification to Buyer. Seller may also make a written demand on Seller to return the Vehicle and Buyer agrees to do so within 24 hours of such demand. (b) Disposition of Trade - Buyer agrees that immediately upon Buyer's execution of this Order, Seller may dispose of Buyer's Trade in any commercially reasonable manner, including the sale of the Trade to a third party, retail or wholesale. In the event that this Order is not completed for any reason or in the event that it is rescinded for any reason, Seller agrees that Buyer may retain the proceeds of the sale of the Trade to offset its damages, if any. If Seller does not have any damages relating to rescission or failure of this Order to be completed, Seller may retain any costs and reconditioning expenses relating to the sale plus a 15% commission on the sale from the sale proceeds. The remaining amount shall be delivered to Buyer in full satisfaction of any claims relating to the Trade.(c) In the event that Buyer pursues any claim for rescission of this transaction, Seller shall have the right to set off against Buyer's damages or to assert as an independent claim, a claim for the reasonable value of Buyer's use of the vehicle, including depreciation and mileage of the Vehicle. If any term of this Order is held to be unconscionable or unenforceable, for any reason, by any court of competent jurisdiction, this Order shall be construed as if such clause were never a part of this Order and the balance of the terms of this Order shall be binding on the parties. The waiver or invalidity of any provision of this Order shall not effect the binding nature of the remaining provisions. No breach of this Order by Buyer shall be deemed waived unless such waiver is agreed to by Seller in writing. The parties agree that any modification of this Order must be made in writing and signed by the parties in order to be valid. Buyer agrees that Buyer's deposit on the Vehicle is non-refundable, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by Buyer and Seller.In addition to any other breaches of this Order, the following expressly constitute acts of default under this Order: (a) The refusal of any financial institution to finance any portion of the purchase price; (b) The failure of Buyer to make any payment required under any accompanying finance agreement; (c) The failure of Buyer to provide Seller with a lien free title to any Trade or the failure of Buyer to pay Seller any amount in excess of the payoff on the Trade after demand from Seller; (d) Any misstatement or misrepresentation by Buyer, whether intentional or not, on any document submitted to Seller in connection with this transaction. (e) The refusal of any financial institution to honor any check, draft or other instrument presented by Seller in connection with the acquisition of the Vehicle.                            Call us for more information 1-888-785-0507   or email us at 1888MOTORS@GMAIL.COM