Chevrolet Blazer vs. Chevrolet Trailblazer
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Blazer and Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer and the Chevrolet Trailblazer.
When comparing the Chevrolet Blazer's and the Chevrolet Trailblazer's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Chevrolet Trailblazer has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Blazer's and the Chevrolet Trailblazer's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Trailblazer is a better car than the Chevrolet Blazer.
Pricing: A used 2024 Chevrolet Blazer ranges from $33,498 to $49,635 while a used 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer is priced between $23,998 to $33,076. For a new model, the Chevrolet Blazer's price is between $34,313 and $51,265, with the Chevrolet Trailblazer priced between $24,789 and $33,574.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Blazer loses 46.6 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Trailblazer loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Trailblazer retains 7.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Blazer.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.8 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Trailblazer's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Blazer being ranked 4 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs and the Chevrolet Trailblazer being ranked 3 out of 67.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Blazer is 8.8 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Trailblazer the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Trailblazer a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Blazer.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Blazer’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Trailblazer base engine makes 137 horsepower. The Blazer is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The Trailblazer is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Trailblazer the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Blazer the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Blazer, a crossover/midsize 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 Chevrolet Trailblazer, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Blazer has higher safety ratings than the 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:
$34,313 - $51,265
Starting MSRP:
$35,400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$24,789 - $33,574
Starting MSRP:
$23,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$24,740
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,900 - $32,650
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$40,742
Price Range:
$33,498 - $49,635
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
579
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
16,649
# Good or Great Deals:
144
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,988
Price Range:
$23,998 - $33,076
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$29,059
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$23,526 - $38,837
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
611
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
13,581
# Good or Great Deals:
88
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$16,699
Depreciation %:
47.2%
Resale Value $:
$18,701
Residual Value %:
52.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$9,369
Depreciation %:
40.6%
Resale Value $:
$13,731
Residual Value %:
59.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Subcompact SUVs)
36.7%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
28% - 42.9%
Chevrolet Blazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Trailblazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Blazer
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.7
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
28.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Trailblazer
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.3
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
11.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10.3 - 14
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
40.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 17.6
Chevrolet Blazer Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
31 out of / 32Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
38 out of / 59Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
47 out of / 67Ranking
52 out of / 67Ranking
55 out of / 67Chevrolet Trailblazer Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 59Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
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29 out of / 67Ranking
46 out of / 67Ranking
51 out of / 67Ranking
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53 out of / 67Ranking
60 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Blazer Trim Levels
LT, Premier, RS
Chevrolet Trailblazer Trim Levels
ACTIV, LS, LT, RS
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):
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 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:
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
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:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 33 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
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 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
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
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:
N/A
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
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:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3918 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
191.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3029 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
64.2 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Riptide Blue Metallic
Brown
Copper Bronze Metallic
Gray
Sterling Gray Metallic
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat / Red Hot
White
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Fountain Blue
Brown
Not available
Gray
Sterling Gray Metallic
Red
Crimson Metallic
White
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat / Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black/Medium Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black / Jet Black/Medium Ash Gray
