2022 Chevrolet Traverse: Total Ownership Cost for Indiana Buyers

The Chevrolet Traverse distinguishes itself in the three-row SUV segment with its genuinely spacious third row, one of the few in the segment where adults can sit comfortably for extended periods. For Indiana families who regularly transport more than five people and need real third-row usability, the Traverse addresses a specific need that the Highlander and smaller competitors cannot fully meet.

Purchase Price Range

Used 2022 Traverses in Indiana are priced in the $30,000 to $45,000 range. LS, LT, and RS trims represent the most common used configurations. The Premier and High Country trims command premiums that are difficult to justify on a used basis.

Fuel Cost

The Traverse's 3.6-liter V6 averages 18 to 20 mpg combined, costing approximately $2,100 to $2,300 per year at 12,000 miles. Without a hybrid option, it trails the Highlander Hybrid significantly on fuel economy.

Insurance Cost

The Traverse's larger size and higher replacement cost push insurance slightly above the Highlander. Full coverage in Indiana typically runs $1,300 to $1,800 per year.

Maintenance

The 3.6-liter V6 has a straightforward maintenance profile. Routine costs through 60,000 miles typically run $900 to $1,400. The larger vehicle size means more tire surface area and slightly higher tire replacement costs.

The Third-Row Question

The Traverse's primary advantage is its third-row practicality. If your family regularly seats six or seven passengers including adults in the third row, the Traverse's space advantage over the Highlander is a genuine quality-of-life difference worth the slightly higher fuel cost. If the third row is used occasionally for children only, the Highlander's better fuel economy and reliability record make it the stronger total ownership choice.