2022 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2022 Ford Explorer
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer and 2022 Ford Explorer contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer and the 2022 Ford Explorer.
When comparing the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer's and the 2022 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2022 Ford Explorer has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer's and the 2022 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer is a better car than the 2022 Ford Explorer.
Pricing: A used 2022 Chevrolet Blazer ranges from $24,497 to $39,314 while a used 2022 Ford Explorer is priced between $28,433 to $46,999. For a new model, the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer's price is between $32,092 and $49,090, with the 2022 Ford Explorer priced between $41,582 and $60,091.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer loses 46.6 percent of its value and the 2022 Ford Explorer loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Ford Explorer.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.8 out of 10 while the Ford Explorer's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Blazer being ranked 16 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the Ford Explorer being ranked 5 out of 32. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Chevrolet Blazer is ranked 29 and the Ford Explorer is ranked 8.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.8 out of 10. For the Ford Explorer the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Blazer a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Explorer.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2022 Ford Explorer base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Blazer is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The Explorer is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 501 miles. This gives the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Ford Explorer. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2022 Ford Explorer has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2022 Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2022 Chevrolet Blazer and the 2022 Ford Explorer have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$32,092 - $49,090
Starting MSRP:
$33,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$34,578
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,400 - $40,325
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$41,582 - $60,091
Starting MSRP:
$35,510
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$34,578
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,400 - $40,325
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,417
Price Range:
$24,497 - $39,314
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$35,283
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,514 - $50,162
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,621
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
36,361
# Good or Great Deals:
443
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$35,719
Price Range:
$28,433 - $46,999
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$35,283
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,514 - $50,162
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4,942
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
42,033
# Good or Great Deals:
1,087
Chevrolet Blazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Chevrolet Blazer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
28.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Ford Explorer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
19.5%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 18.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
17.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 18.2
Chevrolet Blazer Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
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8 out of / 32Ranking
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19 out of / 32Ranking
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25 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
28 out of / 56Ranking
28 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 67Ranking
29 out of / 32Ranking
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35 out of / 56Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
39 out of / 67Ranking
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51 out of / 67Ranking
51 out of / 67Ford Explorer Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 34Ranking
2 out of / 34Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
14 out of / 34Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 34Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 34Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 34Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
26 out of / 34Ranking
26 out of / 34Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
32 out of / 56Ranking
37 out of / 67Ranking
49 out of / 56Ranking
62 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2022 Chevrolet Blazer Trim Levels
LT, Premier, RS
2022 Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, Police Interceptor Utility, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 563 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 501 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Cargo Space:
30.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
170.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3907 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
191.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Glow Metallic
Gray
Iron Gray Metallic
Orange
Cayenne Orange Metallic
Red
Cherry Red Tintcoat / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Atlas Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Green
Forged Green
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Dark Galvanized/Light Galvanized
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Not available
Beige
Sandstone
