Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. Chevrolet Traverse
In comparing the Chevrolet Trailblazer's and the Chevrolet Traverse's specifications and ratings, 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, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Chevrolet Traverse has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Trailblazer's and the Chevrolet Traverse's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Trailblazer is a better car than the Chevrolet Traverse.
Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. Chevrolet Traverse Pricing
A used 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer ranges from $24,469 to $33,317 while a used 2023 Chevrolet Traverse is priced between $31,711 to $54,954. For a new model, the Chevrolet Trailblazer's price is between $24,431 and $33,110, with the Chevrolet Traverse priced between $35,466 and $53,821.
Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. Chevrolet Traverse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Trailblazer loses 42.7 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Traverse loses 51.3 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Trailblazer retains 8.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Traverse.
Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. Chevrolet Traverse Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Trailblazer is 8.7 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Traverse's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Trailblazer being ranked 8 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs and the Chevrolet Traverse being ranked 23 out of 66.
Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. Chevrolet Traverse Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Trailblazer is 8.9 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Traverse the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Trailblazer an advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Traverse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Trailblazer’s base engine makes 137 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Traverse base engine makes 310 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Chevrolet Traverse, a crossover/midsize SUV, 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 Chevrolet Trailblazer, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Traverse has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Trailblazer, with an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
24431 - 33110
Used Asking Price:
24469 - 33317
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.427495
Pricing
New Asking Price:
35466 - 53821
Used Asking Price:
31711 - 54954
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51313
Chevrolet Trailblazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.726658 / 10
Reliability:
8.939973 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Chevrolet Traverse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.106667 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Chevrolet Trailblazer Rankings
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61 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Trailblazer Trim Levels
ACTIV, LS, LT, RS
Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels
High Country, LS, LT, LT Cloth, LT Leather, Premier, 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):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.81 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
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 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Cargo Space:
25.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.2 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
98.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
180.1 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4310 lbs
Width:
88.6 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
205.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 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:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18