Pros and Cons of a Power Liftgate

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Should You Splurge for a Power Liftgate?

When you’re shopping for a new car, it's hard not to get caught up in all the amazing features available. Especially if you’re looking at the features list of a Chevy, Buick, or GMC vehicle. It’s important to know what you’re looking for before you start shopping in earnest. One of the features many car buyers find themselves contemplating is a power liftgate. For some vehicles, a power liftgate doesn’t come standard on the base model. Springing for a higher trim level that does include a power liftgate adds an extra layer of convenience to your car ownership experience, but deciding if it’s worth the extra cost depends on your specific needs, driving habits, and lifestyle. Below are a few pros and cons of choosing a vehicle with a power liftgate.

5 Perks of Choosing a Model with a Power Liftgate

  1. Convenience: A power liftgate will allow you to easily access the cargo area of your vehicle. It’s great for parents, solopreneurs, and anyone who commonly finds themselves with their hands full. A power liftgate can be opened with nothing more than a touch of a button and many models also feature a completely hands-free solution.
  2. Accessibility: A power liftgate can also support the needs of individuals with disabilities allowing those who don’t have the strength or mobility needed to open a manual liftgate easy access.
  3. Safety: Power liftgates reduce the risk of strain or injury that opening and closing a manual liftgate can cause. Most also come with a reduced risk of injury from manually closing a heavy liftgate.
  4. Technology: Many models feature additional technology like obstruction detection and height adjustability.
  5. Resale Value: When it’s time to trade in your vehicle for an upgrade, extra features like a power liftgate can raise the value of your vehicle.

Power Liftgate Cons

There are plenty of perks to choosing a model with a power liftgate, but there are a few drawbacks as well. Some models, like the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, come with a standard power liftgate in the base model. Some don’t. If you want a vehicle with a power liftgate, it may cost you extra. Another con is the possible repair cost. Power liftgates have more parts which means there is more opportunity for things to go wrong. Fortunately, that’s one of the least common repair issues drivers have, and our expert service technicians at Wilson County Chevrolet Buick GMC have you covered.

Making the Final Decision

Deciding if a power liftgate is right for you, is based on your individual, family, and business needs. Most of the time, upgrading to a model with a power liftgate also tacks on a long list of other features, such as a more advanced infotainment system. So, if you’re shopping for a vehicle with a power liftgate, visit Wilson County Chevrolet Buick GMC and speak with our sales team about all the additional features included in trims and packages that offer power liftgate. You’ll probably find even more features you’ll fall for and bring home on your new vehicle.