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Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
Model | K900 | K900 | Traverse | Traverse | Traverse | Traverse | Traverse | Traverse | Traverse |
Trim | Premium | Luxury | L | LS | LT | LT Leather | RS | Premier | High Country |
Engines | |||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||
Tires | |||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |||||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | |||||||||
Release latch by waving a foot beneath the bumper or a hand near a sensor. | |||||||||
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort. | |||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | |||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade. | |||||||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. | |||||||||
Homelink. | |||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | |||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking. | |||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | |||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |||||||||
Prevents driver and front seat passenger from colliding if the vehicle is hit from the side. | |||||||||
Indicates number of seconds behind preceding car. | |||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||||||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | |||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | |||||||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | |||||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |||||||||
Individual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume. | |||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | |||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
Automatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer. | |||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | |||||||||
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets. | |||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | |||||||||
No crossbars. | |||||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | |||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Permits heat with the engine off. Standard on many hybrids. | |||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | |||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | |||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | |||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows. | |||||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||||||||
Drivetrain | |||||||||
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling. | |||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||
No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||||||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | |||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag. | |||||||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | |||||||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | |||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | |||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | |||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | |||||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | |||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | |||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | |||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||||||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | |||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | |||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||||||
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players. | |||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
Perimeter lighting automatically activated by approaching keyfob. | |||||||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | |||||||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road. | |||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||||||||
A camera provides the image for the mirror, enabling an unobstructed view. If the camera faills, it functions as a conventional mirror. | |||||||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | |||||||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | |||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
Seat powers flat to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual folding seat, and includes the value of that feature. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||||||||
No additional value over wood trim because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | |||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
Shocks mechanically adjust firmness based on direct road inputs. Not driver adjustable. | |||||||||
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau |
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