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Old 06-30-2008, 04:26 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Re: Autoblog - First Drive - Chevy Traverse.

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Originally Posted by bigtime View Post
I'd like to see it compared to the ford flex. I am only guessing, but I bet the flex outsells the traverse - 2 to 1, maybe 3 to 1. I am not a fan of the ford, but its got that "look", like a bigger mini. People will prefer that "look" to the traverse I think.
I like the look of the Traverse a lot - it's clean and very sleek. The interior is very contemporary and almost Scandinavian in design. However, I checked out a Ford Flex today and found it to be stunning. It's extremely well-appointed inside with more soft-touch surfaces that the Lambdas (save the Enclave) and is very low to the ground. The step in is very low and the rear door windows (and the door itself) are massive providing superior visibility. The seating was much better (read more supportive with higher second row cushions) to me than the Lambdas. I also liked the storage well behind the third row and the folding front passenger seat, features GM's crossovers don't offer. Those looking for a minivan alternative will find the Flex the better choice.
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