Getting the best performance out of your vehicle means filling up with the right gas, but how do you know the right Chevy Traverse fuel type? It starts with understanding the difference between the different fuels. Our team at Chevrolet Van Nuys put together this guide to help you.
Regular and Premium Fuel Engines
Many of our vehicles’ engines just need regular gas that’s at least 87 octane. More powerful engines might require higher octane fuels of 91 or 93 octane, and the best way to find out the optimal gas is to consult your user manual or ask our experts directly.
Different engines need different types of fuel. Filling up with the wrong type of gas can actually damage the engine, so it’s really important that you know which fuel to select. The ideal Chevy Traverse fuel type for the 2026 model year, for example, is regular gasoline because its 2.5-liter turbo engine was designed to deliver the most power with 87 octane fuel.
Diesel Engine Options
Diesel is thicker and heavier than both regular and premium gas. Some of our more powerful vehicles, especially the ones designed to tow and haul very heavy loads, are equipped with diesel engines. For example, the 6.6-liter Duramax® Turbo-Diesel V8 that’s available on the Chevrolet Silverado HD and the 3.0-liter Duramax® Turbo-Diesel you can get on the Chevrolet Tahoe are both turbocharged engines that require diesel fuel.
Let Us Help You Determine Your Chevy Traverse Fuel Type in Van Nuys, CA
To enjoy your Chevrolet model for as long as possible, you have to know what fuel type to choose. We’re always here to help and support our customers. Bring your questions to our Van Nuys, CA Chevrolet dealership so you can fill up at the pump with confidence.