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Chevrolet Blazer
MotorTrend says the 2026 Blazer puts a modern spin on a classic Chevrolet nameplate, with styling and character borrowed from the Camaro that make it not your typical midsize SUV, and that the 2026 lineup sees the discontinuation of the Premier trim and the Redline Edition appearance package. Car and Driver says it doesn't expect any major changes for the Blazer in 2026, but notes the electric version of this crossover is more impressive than the gas model, with racy looks and up to 616 horsepower, and that the base EV costs about as much as the gas Blazer RS or Premier. CarWeek says the gas Blazer offers two distinct gasoline engines, both paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, emphasizing athletic styling and road-focused performance.
Camaro-inspired styling
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Blazer puts a modern spin on a classic Chevrolet nameplate, with styling and character borrowed from the Camaro that make the Chevrolet Blazer not your typical midsize SUV, and that the 2026 lineup sees the discontinuation of the Premier trim and the Redline Edition appearance package.
The EV version outshines the gas model
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says it doesn't expect any major changes for the Blazer in 2026, but notes the electric version of this crossover is more impressive than the gas model, with racy looks and up to 616 horsepower, and that the base EV costs about as much as the gas Blazer RS or Premier.
Gas engine lineup
CarWeek (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is a mid-size two-row SUV that emphasizes athletic styling and road-focused performance, offering two distinct gasoline engines, both paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Chevrolet Blazer EV have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says up to 616 hp.
Which Blazer trims were discontinued for 2026?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the Premier trim and the Redline Edition appearance package.
Research map
Every major decision path.
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 3.6L V6, rated at 228 / 308 horsepower across its midsize SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2026 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is published to tow is up to 4,500 lb (properly equipped).
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2026 Blazer.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2026 Chevrolet Blazer
MY2026 drops the Premier trim from the gas Blazer's lineup, leaving 2LT, 3LT and RS; the engine structure carries over from MY2025, with the turbo four standard on 2LT/3LT and the 308-hp V6 standard on RS and optional on 3LT.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
3 indexed Chevrolet Blazer model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Chevrolet Blazer | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Chevrolet Blazer | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Chevrolet Blazer.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV is a battery electric mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced in 2022, the model went on sale in mid-2023 in North America. The model offers up 320 miles (510 km) of range.
Source: Chevrolet Blazer EV (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Chevrolet Blazer at a glance
- Production
- November 2023 – present
- Model years
- 2024–present
- Assembly
- Mexico: Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila (Ramos Arizpe Assembly)
- Class
- Mid-size crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Front-motor, front-wheel-drive, Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive (2023 – 2025), Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
- Platform
- GM BEV3
- Electric motor
- Permanent magnet motor
- Power output
- 220 hp/243 lbft (2LT/RS FWD), 300 hp/355 lbft (2LT/RS AWD), 365 hp/325 lbft (RS RWD), 615 hp/650 lbft (SS)
- Battery
- Ultium lithium-ion:, 85 kWh, 102 kWh
- Electric range
- United States Environmental Protection Agency, EPA:, 85 kWh AWD: 279 mi, 102 kWh RWD: 324 mi, 102 kWh AWD: 294 mi
- Charging
- 11.5 kW (Alternating current, AC), 195 kW (Direct current, DC)
- Wheelbase
- 121.8 in
- Length
- 192.2 in
- Width
- 78.0 in
- Height
- 65.0 in
- Curb weight
- 5163 lb (AWD)
- Related models
- Cadillac Lyriq, Honda Prologue, Chevrolet Equinox EV
- Designer
- Eduardo Okamoto, Raphael Molina (exterior), Sang-hyun Park, Justin Salmon (interior)
NHTSA rated the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (4 campaigns across the latest model years)
- February 2026, Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual. General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette… Consequence: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- January 2026, Parking Brake. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 25V433. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss… Consequence: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk…
- June 2025, Parking Brake. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV vehicles. The rear parking brake wiring harness may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function. Consequence: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk…
Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, most often about forward collision avoidance (11), service brakes (6), electrical system (5).
Year by year
The Chevrolet Blazer across 9 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV | 85–104 | $750–$900 | 4 | |||
| 2026 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–104 | $750–$2,950 | 8 | 5 stars | ||
| 2025 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–104 | $750–$2,950 | 9 | 1 | 28 | 5 stars |
| 2024 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–96 | $800–$2,950 | 6 | 1 | 43 | 5 stars |
| 2023 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–25 | $2,500–$2,950 | 4 | 2 | 42 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–25 | $2,500–$2,950 | 4 | 1 | 49 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–25 | $2,500–$2,950 | 5 | 1 | 129 | 5 stars |
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–24 | $2,600–$2,950 | 5 | 3 | 213 | 5 stars |
| 2019 Chevrolet Blazer | 21–24 | $2,600–$2,950 | 3 | 2 | 186 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Chevrolet Blazer, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 2027 | 8 to 4 | 62.5 to 94.5 | Labels: Blazer AWD, Blazer FWD; Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI, 3.6L 6-cyl SIDI; Transmissions: Automatic 9-spd; Fuels: Regular | ||
| 2025 to 2026 | 9 to 8 | 309 to 298 | Labels: Blazer EV RWD; Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive | ||
| 2024 to 2025 | 6 to 9 | 58.5 to 62.5 | 302 to 309 | Labels: Blazer EV AWD SS, Blazer EV FWD, Blazer EV FWD 22 inch tire | |
| 2023 to 2024 | 4 to 6 | 23.0 to 58.5 | first listed: 302 | Labels: Blazer EV AWD, Blazer EV RWD; Engines: Electric motor / not listed; Transmissions: Automatic (A1); Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive; Fuels: Electricity | |
| 2021 to 2022 | 5 to 4 | Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI; Transmissions: Automatic (S9) | |||
| 2020 to 2021 | 22.5 to 23.0 | Transmissions: Automatic (S9) | |||
| 2019 to 2020 | 3 to 5 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI |
Buying used
What the Chevrolet Blazer recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | latches/locks/linkages (doors) | None |
| 2024 | 1 | structure (body) | None |
| 2023 | 2 | power train (driveline); power train (automatic transmission) | None |
| 2022 | 1 | seats | None |
| 2021 | 1 | seat belts | None |
| 2020 | 3 | air bags (side/window); power train (automatic transmission); tires | None |
| 2019 | 2 | power train (automatic transmission); tires | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 208 | 30% | 2020 (75) |
| engine | 183 | 26% | 2020 (68) |
| power train | 182 | 26% | 2020 (72) |
| unknown or other | 157 | 22% | 2020 (56) |
| steering | 96 | 14% | 2020 (40) |
| service brakes | 72 | 10% | 2021 (19) |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Chevrolet Blazer trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | – | – | 5,163 | 1,500 | – | $46,495 |
| RS | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | – | – | 5,236 | 1,500 | – | $52,295 |
| SS | AWD | Dual Electric Performance Motors | – | – | 5,730 | – | – | $62,495 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Chevrolet Blazer model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 3 | Dual Electric Motors / Dual Electric Performance Motors | – | 5,163–5,730 | 1,500 | – |
| 2026 | 3 | Dual Electric Motors / Dual Electric Performance Motors | – | 5,163–5,730 | 1,500 | – |
| 2025 | 3 | Dual Electric Motors / Electric Motor / Dual Electric Performance Motors | – | 5,163–5,730 | 1,500–3,500 | – |
| 2024 | 3 | Dual Electric Motors | – | 5,337 | 1,500 | – |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Chevrolet Blazer.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0W-20 (5.3 qt) 2.0L L4 Engine; 5W-30 (6.0 qt) 3.6L V6 Engine | DOT 4 | 140 lb-ft | – | – |
| 2025 | 0W-20 | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
| 2024 | – | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
| 2023 | 0W-20 | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
| 2022 | 0W-20 | DOT 4 | – | – | – |
| 2021 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | – | – | – |
| 2020 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | – | – | – |
| 2019 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | – | – | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Chevrolet Blazer: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 1 | 28 | door latches |
| 2024 | 1 | 43 | structure |
| 2023 | 2 | 42 | powertrain |
| 2022 | 1 | 49 | seats |
| 2021 | 1 | 129 | seat belts |
| 2020 | 3 | 213 | tires, airbags, powertrain |
| 2019 | 2 | 186 | tires, powertrain |
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Chevrolet Blazer?
Federal recall records don't single out a best Chevrolet Blazer model year: recall counts across the 7 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about 1.6 recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the Chevrolet Blazer by model year?
2025: door latches. 2024: structure. 2023: powertrain. 2022: seats. 2021: seat belts. 2020: tires, airbags, powertrain.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Brakes, tires and steering, Transmission and drivetrain, Buying, records and recalls.
Compared with
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 Blazer come in?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer (midsize SUV) comes in 3 trims: 2LT, 3LT, RS.
Q02What are the 2026 Blazer trims?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer trims are 2LT, 3LT, RS, listed from the entry 2LT up to the top RS.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 Blazer use?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 3.6L V6, rated at 228 / 308 horsepower across its midsize SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2026 Blazer have?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is rated at 228 / 308 horsepower (2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 3.6L V6).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 Blazer?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer is offered with FWD / AWD.