Where there's room on price
39
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price report
2016 Chevrolet Traverse Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$9,770
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$2,000$16,998
- Typical market range
- $6,995–$11,297
- Typical asking price
- $9,770
- Original MSRP range
- $28,700–$44,145
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$28,709–$29,957
Estimated dealer invoice — about $31,205 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS | $8,253 | $31,205 | $28,709–$29,957 |
| 2LT | $9,720 | $38,505 | $35,425–$36,965 |
| 1LT | $10,039 | $34,005 | $31,285–$32,645 |
| LTZ | $11,429 | $44,145 | $40,613–$42,379 |
| 1sm | — | $28,700 | $26,404–$27,552 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$5,382$26,199$47,016
Typical askingLS
$8,253
LS: typical asking price $8,253, original MSRP $31,205, estimated dealer cost $28,709 to $29,957.
2LT
$9,720
2LT: typical asking price $9,720, original MSRP $38,505, estimated dealer cost $35,425 to $36,965.
1LT
$10,039
1LT: typical asking price $10,039, original MSRP $34,005, estimated dealer cost $31,285 to $32,645.
LTZ
$11,429
LTZ: typical asking price $11,429, original MSRP $44,145, estimated dealer cost $40,613 to $42,379.
1sm
—
1sm: typical asking price not available, original MSRP $28,700, estimated dealer cost $26,404 to $27,552.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse runs about $10,081 in MT to $11,444 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $708 | $110+ | $10,588 |
| TX | $611 | $332 | $10,713 |
| FL | $586 | $1,074+ | $11,430 |
| NY | $391 | $371 | $10,532 |
| PA | $586 | $587 | $10,943 |
| IL | $611 | $683 | $11,064 |
| OH | $562 | $444 | $10,776 |
| GA | $684 | $637 | $11,091 |
| NC | $293 | $793 | $10,856 |
| WA | $635 | $215+ | $10,620 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,295 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
5 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured August 18, 2015 to September 24, 2015. Due to a manufacturing defect, the windshield wiper motor may overheat when used.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor cover assembly, free of charge. Owners are advised not to use their front windshield wipers until the wiper cover has been replaced. If weather conditions prevent operation of the vehicle without using the windshield wipers, GM will make arrangements to pick up the vehicle for servicing. The recall began on September 30, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15780.
Campaign 15V609000 · 29/09/2015
SEATS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured November 6, 2015, to November 12, 2015. The affected vehicles have a the third row left lower seat frame that may have welds that are not in the correction location.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row left side lower seat frame, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 21930.
Campaign 15V833000 · 11/12/2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2008-2017 Buick Enclave and 2013-2017 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on November 3, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2022. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212349040.
Campaign 21V782000 · 07/10/2021
AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2015, 2017 Buick Enclave, 2010-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011-2016 GMC Acadia vehicles. The side curtain air bags may not be properly attached.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, realign or replace the weld nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202321200.
Campaign 21V246000 · 08/04/2021
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag module, free of charge. GM began mailing final owner letters February 23, 2024 and will continue mailing through December 2025. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232404980.
Campaign 23V334000 · 10/05/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
Used 2016 Chevrolet Traverse listings ask about $9,770 at typical mileage, with most listings between $6,995 and $11,297. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $31,205, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $21,435 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $10,081 in MT to $11,444 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Chevrolet Traverse.
Is the listed price on a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse fair?
Usually, yes. 2016 Chevrolet Traverse listings typically ask about $8,995, roughly 8% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $9,770. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $28,709–$29,957 — its $31,205 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Keep researching
Get an offer
Pick a car. Ask for the out-the-door price in writing before you visit. Free.
Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/27/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.