I had a 2014 Cruse, and I loved it. We drove 23000 mile in 2 years. Just bought my Trax two days ago and the Trax is so much more comfortable getting in and out. I have had back problems getting in and out of the lower sitting cars. It has the same motor as the Cruse but the Trax seems a little more peppier. I did some research on the Trax and it seems 50/50, either you love it or you hate it. We love ours can't wait for our next road trip. Take it for a long test drive, do your research and decide what you want before you go to the dealership and feel pressured. I did make one compromise and that was the color and I can live with that.

I live in a state in which winters can be harsh and in a location in which heavy snow fall such as "lake effect" is known. I purchased my 2016 Chevy Trax, my first SUV, because I wanted a vehicle that will make me fell more safe during the winter months. I love that this car is AWD and it has anti lock break system; it has been incredible the difference between my SUV and my old cars. I am a very short person too and I love how high this vehicle makes me feel. Also, I drive through rural areas regularly and wanted a car that would keep me safe from the deer that regularly run in front of my car. Besides the safety aspect, I love the mileage that I get (I can fill up my tank for $22-27 dollars and it will last me all week). I like the interior design as well as the outside appearance since it looks elegant yet sporty. The car itself is what is referred to as a subcompact SUV, I like this because I wanted a safer vehicle but I didn't want a car that was very large, this SUV fits my needs perfectly. The car runs smoothly and I have yet to have any mechanical or electrical problems with it.