2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2022 Ford Escape
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2022 Ford Escape 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 Trailblazer and the 2022 Ford Escape.
When we compare the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer's and the 2022 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2022 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2022 Ford Escape have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer's and the 2022 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a better car than the 2022 Ford Escape.
Pricing: A used 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer ranges from $20,060 to $28,400 while a used 2022 Ford Escape is priced between $18,901 to $30,981. For a new model, the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer's price is between $23,480 and $33,519, with the 2022 Ford Escape priced between $27,864 and $41,265.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer loses 39.5 percent of its value and the 2022 Ford Escape loses 46.4 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Ford Escape.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Trailblazer is 8.8 out of 10 while the Ford Escape's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Trailblazer being ranked 3 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Ford Escape being ranked 13 out of 67.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Trailblazer is 8.9 out of 10. For the Ford Escape the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Trailblazer a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Escape.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer’s base engine makes 137 horsepower, and the 2022 Ford Escape base engine makes 181 horsepower. Both the Trailblazer and the Escape are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 409 and 503 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2022 Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2022 Ford Escape are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.74 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$23,480 - $33,519
Starting MSRP:
$21,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,820
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,000 - $34,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$27,864 - $41,265
Starting MSRP:
$27,185
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$26,293
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,445 - $29,995
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,062
Price Range:
$20,060 - $28,400
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,520
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,546 - $27,056
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
36,259
# Good or Great Deals:
492
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,010
Price Range:
$18,901 - $30,981
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$26,469
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$21,890 - $30,299
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3,281
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
32,505
# Good or Great Deals:
1,055
Chevrolet Trailblazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
8.3 - 12
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
40.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Ford Escape
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
8.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7.9 - 11.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
14.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.6 - 12.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
12.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
6.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.5 - 16.4
Chevrolet Trailblazer Rankings
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46 out of / 67Ranking
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60 out of / 67Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 59Ranking
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54 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer Trim Levels
ACTIV, LS, LT, RS
2022 Ford Escape Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Titanium
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):
4.74 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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
137 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
190 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 31 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 503 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
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:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
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:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Cargo Space:
25.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
37.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3014 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
173.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3302 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Glow Metallic
Gray
Satin Steel Metallic
Orange
Vivid Orange Metallic
Red
Crimson Metallic / Mahogany Red Metallic
White
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Atlas Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Oxford White
Silver
Iced Blue Silver / Iconic Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Jet Black/Medium Ash Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Earth Gray