Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. GMC Envoy
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy 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 TrailBlazer and the GMC Envoy.
When comparing the Chevrolet TrailBlazer's and the GMC Envoy's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet TrailBlazer's and the GMC Envoy's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer is a better car than the GMC Envoy.
Pricing: A used 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer ranges from $3,613 to $11,895 while a used 2009 GMC Envoy is priced between $4,407 to $10,879.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the GMC Envoy makes 285 horsepower. Both the TrailBlazer and the Envoy are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 440 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet TrailBlazer has an average safety rating of 4.74 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$28,245
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$20,917
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$16,790 - $28,245
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$30,625
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,117
Price Range:
$3,613 - $11,895
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$6,837
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$6,518 - $7,117
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
163,610
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,092
Price Range:
$4,407 - $10,879
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
123,473
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
GMC Envoy Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Envoy
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.9 - 1.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Rankings
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60 out of / 67GMC Envoy Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Trim Levels
LT1, LT2, LT3, SS
GMC Envoy Trim Levels
Denali, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.74 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
276 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5400 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
276 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 440 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
41 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
43.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4356 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
72.5 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4404 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
71.9 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Doeskin Tan / Sand Beige Metallic
Black
Black / Black Granite Metallic / Black Granite Metallic/Dark Silver Metallic / Black/Dark Silver Metallic
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic / Imperial Blue Metallic/Dark Silver Metallic
Gray
Graystone Metallic / Silver Moss Metallic
Green
Woodland Green
Red
Dark Cherry Metallic / Dark Cherry Metallic/Dark Silver Metallic / Red Jewel Tintcoat / Red Jewel Tintcoat/Dark Silver Metallic / Victory Red
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic / Silver Ice Metallic/Dark Silver Metallic
White
Summit White / Summit White/Dark Silver Metallic
Yellow
Yellow
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige Metallic
Black
Carbon Black Metallic / Onyx Black
Blue
Midnight Blue Metallic
Gray
Steel Gray Metallic
Green
Silver Green Metallic
Red
Dark Crimson Metallic / Red Jewel Tintcoat
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Light Gray/Dark Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Light Gray
