| Chevrolet Trailblazer | |
| Manufacturer: | General Motors |
| Production: | 2020–present |
| Model Years: | 2021–present (North America) |
| Class: | Subcompact crossover SUV |
| Body Style: | 5-door SUV |
| Platform: | GM VSS-F (9BXX) |
| Related: | Buick Encore GX |
| Wheelbase: | 26401NaN1 |
| Length: | 4411– |
| Width: | 18101NaN1 |
| Height: | 1633– |
| Weight: | 1359– |
| Model Code: | 9BYC |
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand since 2020.[1] It is the smallest crossover from Chevrolet, slotting below the Trax.
The Trailblazer was launched on April 16, 2019, at the 18th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition alongside the Tracker, that replaced the outgoing Trax. The Trailblazer is aimed for developed markets, while the Tracker is aimed for emerging markets.[2] [3] Developed by GM Korea, the Trailblazer is assembled in Incheon, South Korea, while the Chinese-market model is produced in Yantai, Shandong, China, by SAIC-GM.
The Trailblazer made its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2019, and sales began in early 2020 as a 2021 model year vehicle. There are five trim levels available: L, LS, LT, Activ, and RS. The latter two came standard with dual exhaust and top of the line features.[4] The Activ and RS models also feature a contrasting color roof.[5]
It was launched in the Philippines in October 2021. Imported from South Korea, it notably reused the nameplate from the previous Colorado-based Trailblazer which was discontinued in the same year.[6] [7]
On January 16, 2020, the Trailblazer was launched in South Korea. The Korean-market model is larger in dimension than Trailblazers sold in other markets, with a length of 44251NaN1 and width of 18101NaN1.[8]
In the United States, the 2021 Trailblazer is available in several trim levels: L, LS, LT, ACTIV, and RS. The L, LS, and LT are the "core" models of the Trailblazer lineup, and feature more traditional exterior styling. The ACTIV trim features a more rugged exterior appearance, while the RS trim features a sportier exterior appearance. In addition, the ACTIV and RS trims both offer a two-tone roof option. L, LS, and LT front-wheel-drive models came standard with the 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine, while LS and LT all-wheel-drive models include the larger 1.3-liter three-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine. The latter is also optional on the LT front-wheel-drive. All RS and Activ models, regardless of drivetrain, include the 1.3-liter engine as standard equipment. All FWD Trailblazers are equipped with continuously variable transmission as standard. AWD versions come with a 9-speed automatic.
The Trailblazer received a facelift for the 2024 model year. Changes include a new front fascia of a curvier design, new front bumper, new running lights, new LED taillights, new exterior colors, new wheel designs, and the interior receives a larger 11-inch touchscreen infotainment system (available with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) and 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster.[9]
The 2021 model year Trailblazer was awarded "Top Safety Pick+" by IIHS, as the Trailblazer headlights on all trims received both a Good and Acceptable rating to be qualified for higher-tier safety award.[10]
| Good | |||
| Small overlap front (passenger) | Good | ||
| Moderate overlap front (original test) | Good | ||
| Side (original test) | Good | ||
| Roof strength | Good | ||
| Head restraints and seats | Good | ||
| Headlights | Good | Acceptable | |
| Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicle | Superior | ||
| Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian (Day) | Advanced | ||
| Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Acceptable | ||
| Calendar year | United States[11] | Canada | South Korea | China[12] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3,673 | ||||
| 2020 | 34,292 | 2,487[13] | 20,887[14] | 5,460 | |
| 2021 | 90,163 | 7,643 | 18,286[15] | 555 | |
| 2022 | 60,888[16] | 4,448[17] | 14,561[18] | ||
| 2023 | 111,014[19] | 11,302 | 7,521 |