The 2026 Chevy Trax offers compact-SUV buyers two standout trim options. These are the ACTIV that adds rugged styling and extra features, and the 2RS which leans into sporty performance and visual upgrades. With each trim appealing to certain drivers, we’ll take a look at the areas that they are different as well as similar.
Key takeaways
- When looking at the Chevy Trax 2RS trim features, some are unique to it, but thanks to the trim having the same price as the ACTIV, most features are shared.
- If you’re wanting something that is on the green side, then you’ll be happy that the Trax can take E85 gas.
- While similar, both of these trims come with unique aesthetics, giving you an easier time picking the look of your 2026 Trax.
2RS
Sitting at the top of the lineup next to the ACTIV, this one brings a sporty appeal to the Trax lineup. For the interior of the vehicle, you’ll find that this one comes with a flat-bottom steering wheel. This gives you a racing feel, while still being in something economical as well as family friendly.
The 2RS also comes with exclusive 19-inch black painted machined-face aluminum wheels. This gives the exterior a nice, sleek look. Other exterior changes are exclusive badging, as well as black grille inserts, as well as black bowties.
ACTIV
The ACTIV comes with slightly smaller wheels, sitting at 18 inches, and these are black painted aluminum. While not as large as the wheels on the 2RS, these will still turn heads, and sometimes that’s all that matters.
Unlike the sportier 2RS, this one comes with a wrapped steering wheel, making it more familiar to most drivers. To keep things looking uniform, the ACTIV comes with body color grille inserts, helping stay unassuming unless people notice the ACTIV badging that the trim comes with.
Same features
While the ACTIV and the 2RS come with unique features that help make them appealing in their own ways, they both come in at the same price. The price for both of them are $26,695, making it easy to get the trim you want.
For the interior, these two trims come packed with the same features like the 8-inch driver information center and the 11-inch infotainment touchscreen that comes with wireless phone connectivity.
For other creature comfort aspects, you can enjoy a heated steering wheel, as well as heated seats for the driver and passenger. This makes the upcoming winter months more bearable knowing that you’ll be kept warm no matter what.
These two trims also share the same engine with the rest of the lineup: the 1.2L I4. While this isn’t the most powerful engine, producing 137 horsepower, and 162 lb-ft of torque, it is special as it can take less expensive gasoline at E85.
For the efficiency of this engine, you can expect up to 30 MPG combined when using regular fuel, as per the EPA. This lets you get up to 32 highway MPG, making it a solid road-trip vehicle. The 28 city miles make it a great city driver.
If you’re someone who prefers to use flex fuel such as E85, then you’re in luck. While it isn’t as efficient, it does let you use your alternative to gasoline. When using E85, you can look for an EPA rated 22 MPG combined. While not as much as gas, it is more environmentally friendly, letting you drive greener.
So, which model is right for me?
That depends on the mood that you’re wanting. The 2RS does a great job at looking sleek in the city thanks to its overall look, while the ACTIV makes you feel like you’re ready to stand out, both on and off road.
No matter what you’re looking for, we want to help put you in your next dream vehicle. Come on down to Burlington Chevrolet for more information as well as an in person look at what makes these trims unique.