Is the Chevrolet Trax a good commuter SUV for Lubbock drivers?
The Chevrolet Trax is a good commuter SUV for Lubbock drivers who spend their week on the daily drive, and it starts at $21,700 MSRP. It earns 29 mpg combined on gasoline and 30 on flex fuel, and it seats five.
That answer holds for a solo driver or a couple. It gets narrower for a full family or a heavy weekend, and each case is worked through below.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Lubbock. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
A Lubbock commute rewards 29 mpg combined and a $21,700 starting price
For the driver who covers most of the week on Lubbock streets and Loop 289, the Trax is a strong fit. EPA certifies it at 29 mpg combined on gasoline and 30 mpg combined on flex fuel, so the miles you add every week cost less at the pump. The manufacturer’s suggested price starts at $21,700 for the LS, the lowest of five trims.
That price is the manufacturer’s starting point, not our price on a specific vehicle. We give you the price and terms on the exact Trax you choose. For a commuter, the LS is the trim to price first, because a Lubbock daily drive does not ask for more than a low entry price and good mileage.
Power is the other half of a commuting decision. The Trax makes 137 hp. On surface streets that is plenty for getting to work and back. If your week also includes long highway stretches out of Lubbock, drive the Trax on the roads you actually use before you decide.
Five seats set the limit for a Lubbock family
The Trax seats 5, and that number decides the question for a family before trim or price does. A couple with one or two children fits. A household of six does not, and no trim changes it.
For a Lubbock family that needs more seats, we sell Chevrolet SUVs built around that need, and our team can walk you through them. For a family of four or fewer whose parents commute separately, a Trax in the driveway is a reasonable second vehicle. It keeps the cost of the second daily drive low while the larger vehicle handles school runs and trips.
The Trax also suits a student or a first-time new-car buyer in Lubbock who wants a full manufacturer warranty on a car they will drive every day.
A weekend trailer from Lubbock points to a Silverado
If your weekends in Lubbock include a trailer, a boat, or loads of gear, start with our Silverado lineup rather than the Trax. The Trax is a 137 hp commuter SUV, and its job is the daily drive. A buyer who tows regularly will be happier in a truck sized for the work.
Many Lubbock households land on two vehicles. The Trax takes the weekday miles at 29 mpg combined, and a Silverado takes the weekend. We sell both, so you can price them together and decide whether one vehicle or two fits your week.
If you do not tow and your weekends are mostly errands and short trips, the Trax covers them. That is the buyer we think it fits best.
The Trax figures a Lubbock commuter weighs, side by side
Five figures carry the commuting decision, and the table shows what each one means for a driver in Lubbock.
| Figure | Trax number | What it means for a Lubbock commuter |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | From $21,700 for the LS | Lowest entry price of the five trims |
| EPA combined, gasoline | 29 mpg | Daily miles in Lubbock cost less at the pump |
| EPA combined, flex fuel | 30 mpg | One more mpg when you fill with flex fuel |
| Horsepower | 137 hp | Suited to the daily drive; test it on your highway route |
| Seating | 5 seats | Fits a couple or a small family, not a household of six |
Read down the middle column and the pattern is clear. Price and mileage favor the commuter, and seats and power set the boundaries. A Lubbock driver who stays inside those boundaries gets a low-cost new SUV.
Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City covers a Trax from purchase through service in Lubbock
We sell new Chevrolet vehicles, and the Trax is one of the popular options we name alongside our Silverado lineup and Chevrolet EVs. We also sell used cars, trucks and SUVs, and we run service, parts, and financing at our South Loop store. You can start a finance application online, and our sales and financing line is (806) 224-2727. Our main number is (806) 747-3211.
A commuter car lives in the service lane, so that is where we put the most effort. Our service department does oil changes, brakes, and tires, and we have GM Certified Service experts. We also offer a shuttle service and loaners, available if you need them, so a service visit does not stop your commute. You can reach service at (806) 589-0016 and parts at (806) 766-2120.
In an October 2026 Google review of us, Edgar R. wrote: “Great Experience! Went in for oil change service and was in and out in about an our or so! Great customer service from Josh, with constant updates from the technician and himself, definitely coming back for any future service!”
Stephen D. left a Google review of us in October 2026 after a stop at our parts counter: “Even though I hadn’t purchased my 2018 Chevy Cruze Lt at Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City, the woman at the front desk took me to a gentleman in the parts department. I didn’t have the tool to take off the special lug nuts. He told me where I could possibly purchase the item, giving me clarity on that issue.”
A September 2026 Google review of us from Alisa L. reads: “Excellent customer service here at Group 1 Chevrolet. The staff was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. They communicated very well. Their professionalism and good rapport was next to none. “Excellent” experience all the way around. Thank you.”
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chevy Trax good for long distance driving?
It can be, with a test drive first. The Trax returns 29 mpg combined on gasoline and 30 on flex fuel, which keeps long trips affordable. With 137 hp, a driver who passes on open highway often should try the Trax on that kind of road before buying.
What are the downsides of a Chevy Trax?
Two limits matter most. It seats 5, so a larger family needs a bigger SUV, and its 137 hp suits the daily drive more than heavy hauling. Buyers whose weeks look like that should compare it with our Silverado lineup.
Does the Trax run on flex fuel?
Yes, EPA certifies a flex fuel Trax at 30 mpg combined, one more than the 29 mpg combined for gasoline. A Lubbock commuter who fills with flex fuel gains that single mpg on every tank. Ask us which Trax on our lot carries it.
What warranty comes with a new Trax?
A new Trax carries a basic warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The powertrain warranty is typically 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. For a daily commuter, the mileage limit is the number to compare against your drive to work.
Should I test drive the Trax on my own commute route?
Yes. We are on the South Loop, so you can take a Trax on Loop 289 and the streets you drive every day. That shows you how 137 hp feels at the speeds you actually use.
Is a new Trax better than a used Chevrolet for a Lubbock commuter?
A new Trax starts at $21,700 MSRP and comes with the warranty terms above. We also sell used cars, trucks and SUVs, so you can price both against your budget on the same visit. Our sales and financing line is (806) 224-2727.
A Trax is a sound commuter SUV for a Lubbock driver or couple
The Trax fits the Lubbock buyer whose week is mostly the daily drive, with a $21,700 starting MSRP, 29 mpg combined, and five seats. A family of five or fewer can use it as a second vehicle, while a family of six needs a larger SUV and a weekend trailer calls for a Silverado. At Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City, the South Loop Chevrolet store, you can compare the Trax with our Chevrolet trucks and SUVs on one lot. Service, parts, and financing sit on site, and Group 1 Automotive stands behind us.
Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City is Lubbock’s South Loop Chevrolet store
We sell new Chevrolets and used cars, trucks and SUVs, and run service, parts, and financing in the same place. Lubbock drivers rate us 4.5 stars across 3,310 Google reviews (Google, 2026). We are part of Group 1 Automotive, which posted record full-year revenue of $22.6 billion, up 13.2%, and sold 459,000 new and used vehicles, a company record (Group 1 Automotive, 2026).
In a September 2026 Google review of us, Severiano S. wrote: “Great service as always. Noticed core values in waiting area Integrity, Transparency, Professionalism, Teamwork, and Respect. This team lives the core values from the time you arrive till service is completed. Thank you John & Janel and the whole service team!!!” A buyer who chooses us gets one Lubbock team for the purchase and the years of service after it.
See our current Trax inventory at Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City.
Group 1 Chevrolet Hub City answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Lubbock showroom, or call (806) 224-2727.
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