2027 Chevrolet Traverse RS: Roslyn Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2027 Traverse RS
RS starts at $55,800 MSRP (as-shown $56,295 on Chevrolet's own configurator) and is the street-styled Traverse — blackout grille, roof rails, and badging, a flat-bottom steering wheel, red interior décor, and standard 22-inch high-gloss black wheels. New for 2027, RS comes with hands-free Super Cruise driver assistance standard, including a 3-year OnStar Super Cruise plan, a feature that used to cost extra. It runs the same 328-hp 2.5-liter turbo engine as every Traverse trim, with front-wheel drive standard and all-wheel drive available for $2,000. RS no longer sits at the top of the Traverse lineup for 2027 — the new High Country trim does — but it keeps its own distinct, sportier identity rather than becoming a mid-pack trim.
Super Cruise, standard, is the real upgrade this year
The single biggest change to RS for 2027 isn't cosmetic — it's that Super Cruise, Chevrolet's hands-free highway driver-assistance system, now comes standard with a 3-year OnStar Super Cruise plan included, rather than being an optional add-on. That matters more on Long Island than it might elsewhere: the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway both have the kind of mapped, divided-highway stretches Super Cruise is built for, and a hands-free system that genuinely works on a regular commute is a different experience than the driver-assistance features that only help in stop-and-go traffic. Past the tech, RS keeps its identity as the street-styled Traverse — gloss-black grille, roof rails, mirrors, and badging, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and red interior stitching that sets it apart from the more understated LT and Z71.
RS versus High Country: two different kinds of expensive
RS and High Country are only $300 apart on paper ($55,800 versus $56,100), but they're not really competing for the same buyer. RS is about looking sporty and aggressive — blackout trim, 22-inch wheels, red interior accents — while High Country is about feeling upscale, with real wood trim and Tritan Satin finishes that RS doesn't offer. Both share the same engine, the same standard Super Cruise, and RS adds its own party trick: One-Touch Fold automatic second-row seating, which High Country doesn't specifically call out. If the goal is a Traverse that looks like it means business, RS is the pick; if the goal is a Traverse that feels like the nicest thing in the driveway, that's High Country's job.
What Roslyn RS buyers say
Tom S. worked with the sales team on a recent Traverse purchase and described the kind of experience RS buyers at this dealership tend to report: "Had the pleasure of purchasing our new Traverse this week from [East Hills Chevrolet of Roslyn], NY. Our salesman Ricardo was delightful to work with. Ricardo took his time listening to all our needs and guiding us through the entire process making the car-buying experience delightful for a change." Ricardo Nelson continues to show up by name across this dealership's more recent reviews, which is a reasonable signal that the same level of attention carries through today.
Frequently asked questions
What does RS come with standard for 2027?
Everything LT includes, plus RS badging, a flat-bottom steering wheel, red interior décor, blackout exterior trim (grille, roof rails, badging), standard 22-inch high-gloss black wheels, and — new for 2027 — hands-free Super Cruise with a 3-year OnStar plan included.
Is RS still the top Traverse trim for 2027?
No — High Country takes over as the new flagship for 2027, starting $300 above RS. RS keeps its own street-styled identity rather than becoming a middle trim; the two are differentiated by mission (sporty versus upscale), not by one simply outranking the other in equipment.
Does RS come with all-wheel drive?
Front-wheel drive is standard on RS, with AWD available for a flat $2,000 — the same add-on price as on LT and High Country. Z71 is the only Traverse trim where AWD is standard rather than optional.
How much does a Traverse RS cost with options?
Chevrolet's own configurator shows an as-shown price of $56,295 on RS, close to the $55,800 base MSRP — RS doesn't require a lot of additional spend to get a fully equipped build, since Super Cruise and the core equipment are already standard.
See the RS in person
East Hills Chevrolet of Roslyn keeps RS in stock alongside High Country, so it's easy to compare the sportier and more upscale flagships side by side before deciding which one fits. View current RS inventory or head back to the full 2027 Traverse overview to compare all four trims side by side.
MSRP figures exclude Chevrolet's destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed accessories; the dealer sets the actual selling price and can confirm the current destination charge. "As-shown" pricing reflects Chevrolet's own online configurator and may include options beyond base equipment. Equipment, colors, and availability can change with production timing — confirm current specs with East Hills Chevrolet of Roslyn. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of East Hills Chevrolet of Roslyn.