Mazda CX9 formthe build quality, materials, and driving engagement. Hyundai Palisade is my second choice as its just gorgeoous inside out but not sure how that 3.8L Atkinson cycle engine will perform

If one really needs the 6+ passenger and cargo capacity on a regular basis in an SUV this large, the Traverse (or the better equipped Enclave) is a reasonable choice. I'd have to say, though, the lack of adaptive cruise control is a major downer. I never thought much about its value before having a vehicle with ACC but now I wouldn't own a vehicle aimed at long highway slogs without it. Does a great job of reducing fatigue and lengthens the need for rest stops by about a third. If you've never owned a vehicle with ACC, don't discount its value. Finally, the lack of automatic AWD engagement is simply ridiculous. I assume it's a fuel saving choice but expecting a driver to anticipate when AWD might be useful is beyond stupid. As far as competitors are concerned, the VW Atlas offers even more room, especially in the third row, in a somewhat more efficiently designed package. But considering the greater likelihood of discounts from a Chevy dealer in real world negotiations, you'll probably pay somewhat more than for a comparably equipped Traverse. The Ascent offers somewhat less passenger and cargo room at a somewhat lower price point (for a top trim) but the interior is less premium and I'm inclined to believe that a V6 is a better choice than a turbo 4 in vehicles of this kind. Likewise, the new Pilot offers somewhat less interior room but it does have a V6 and in most configurations more features than an comparable Traverse. A number of commenters will tout the Mazda CX-9. But in terms of the actual features that are priorities in this class of vehicles, it fails miserably. Externally, it's huge. At 199 inches long it's only 5.3 inches shorter than the Traverse. It's even longer than the humungous VW Atlas. But it offers only about 60% of the passenger and cargo space of the Traverse. In fact, the CX-9 offers less interior space than a Kia Sorento or a Honda CR-V! And the CX-9's third row seating is especially shortchanged. At 29.1 inches of legroom it's a full 4 and a half inches less than the Traverse and even 2 inches less than the much smaller Sorento. Add to that the fact that a V6 is not available for the CX-9 and it's difficult to justify the CX-9 on any basis other than its relatively good looking profile and handling on secondary roads, not exactly the most critical priorities for a vehicle in this class.

If I need AWD, the Ascent from Subaru. Otherwise the Honda Odyssey is more attractive than this boring, behemoth crossover.

@@stephenhendricks103 What exactly Is Adaptive Cruise Control?

@@BWKAPPA Set the cruise control to a specific speed. Your speed is then reduced to maintain a set distance to a vehicle in front of you typically via a radar sensor on the front of the vehicle. Once the lane in front is clear, the vehicle automatically accelerates to the set cruising speed.

bolo 77 if you would’ve listened to this reviewer he said the model they had does not have adaptive cruise control.. but the upper models does. This Chanel knows its stuff. Just listen next time before looking stupid

robert bob You should listen again, you are looking real stupid right now.

@@PatelPresh 7:24 he clearly says 'adaptive cruise isn't available on ANY trim of the Traverse' - which as bolo and 949 pointed out, is wrong. I agree though, this channel does know their stuff, I'm surprised by the miss :(

I was literally about to say the exact same thing my mom has a 2018 High County witch has it

What exactly is Adaptive Cruise Control?

BWKAPPA it’s the evolution of standard cruise control and allows you to “adapt” the speed of your vehicle to traffic conditions. You would be able to set a desired speed AND how distant from the car in front of you you want to stay, and the car will cruise, accelerate or decelerate according to your selections. Some cars with adaptive cruise control will also come to a complete stop if the car in front of you has stopped. In other words it’s the closest thing to having a “self-driving” car, but you still have to constantly keep your hands on the steering wheel!

I know what it is and i find it quite dangerous. I think cars are becoming "TO TECHIE" in my honest opinion. I'm just fine thanks with standard cruise control. If you need a car to accelerate or decelerate for you. Your just to damn lazy considering the cruise switch can do the same thing with the flick of a button up or down with your finger.

Adaptive cruise control is only on high country. Chevy has gotten a lot of flack because they have limited these safety features to, in some cases, the top two trim levels or, as with acc, limited it to the highest trim level. Most of their competitors at the very least offer all these features as options even on lower trim levels.

Rear view cameras are a federal requirement. All new cars have them now.

Yes. I know.

I’m driving a 2020 right now and agree that it’s almost bizarre how wide angle it is. Image quality is great on the 2020 premiere model, though.

As soon as we can get one. No ETA yet.

@@drivingsports hopefully soon. Enjoy your videos very much. TY

Ok

Acadia is significantly smaller.

Statistically speaking, they are safer. As in they prevent more accidents than they cause for the average driver. But yeah, not perfect and very disconcerting when it takes control away from you.

I have two kids and have gone camping with all four placket in a car. Still don’t like it. -RD

Traverse is fat better in space, specs, but not torch.

What about the Blazer hahaha

@@swanblake I don't believe the Blazer shared the previous GM Lambda platform which underpinned the aforementioned "triplets". Your Blazer reference is 🤔🤔

Durango is RWD based so really, no

@@swanblake it looks like a dingo, the body

Jesus Rey I feel you. Get a dodge durango instead. More powerful.

Dodge LOL

Starting prices are all in-line (with this Traverse coming standard with the V6), so what's the issue?

Alan Bowers he’s broke

Honda Odyssey for family, Subaru Forester for fun and off roads