Now my FAVORITE Tiny Crossover? 2024 Chevy Trailblazer Review and Buying Guide
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ค. 2024
- #chevy #trailblazer #crossover
The pint-sized #chevytrailblazer really impressed me with its responsive turbo powertrain, it's solid good looks, and roomy interior. Is it now one of my favorite subcompact crossovers available.
EPA-EST. MPG
1.2L FWD
Not yet available
1.3L FWD
Not yet available
1.3L AWD
FUEL TANK CAPACITY (approx.)
13.2 gal. / 50 liters
ENGINE
ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo I-3
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm):
2.95 x 3.54 / 75 x 90
Block Material:
Aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum
Valvetrain:
DOHC
Fuel Delivery:
Direct injection
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
137 / 102 @ 5000
Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm):
162 / 219 @ 2500
ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo I-3
Bore & Stroke (in. / mm):
3.11 x 3.58 / 79 x 91
Block Material:
Aluminum
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum
Valvetrain:
DOHC
Fuel Delivery:
Direct injection
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):
155 / 115 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm):
174 / 236 @ 1600
TRANSMISSION & AXLE
Type:
Continuously Variable Transmission
Application:
1.2L Turbo and 1.3L Turbo FWD
Variator ratio spread
7.0:1
Underdrive
2.621:
Overdrive
0.374:
Overall ratio spread
7.0:1
Reverse
0.67:1
Final Drive Ratio:
5.45:1
Type:
9-Speed Automatic Transmission
Application:
1.3L Turbo AWD
Gear Ratios (:1)
First
4.69
Second
3.31
Third
3.01
Fourth
2.45
Fifth
1.92
Sixth
1.45
Seventh
1.00
Eighth
0.75
Ninth
0.62
Reverse
2.96
Final Drive Ratio:
3.17:1
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Front Suspension:
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension:
Compound Crank; Watts link (AWD models)
Steering Type:
Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turning Circle (ft. / m):
36.8 / 11.2
Brake Type:
Electric, four-wheel disc with Duralife™ rotors; brake drying, ABS and brake life monitoring
Brake Rotor Size (in. / mm):
11.80 x 1.03 / 300 x 26 (front)
10.40 x 0.40 / 264 x 10 (rear)
Wheel Size:
17-in. aluminum (LS, LT and ACTIV)
18-in. aluminum (LT)
19-in. aluminum (RS)
Tire Size:
225/60R17 all-season (LS, LT)
225/60R17 sport terrain (ACTIV)
225/55R18 all-season (LT)
245/45R19 all-season (RS)
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase (in. / mm):
103.9 / 2639
Overall Length (in. / mm):
173.5 / 4407
Overall Width (in. / mm):
71.2 / 1808
Overall Height (in. / mm):
65.2 / 1656 (LS, LT, ACTIV FWD)
65.3 / 1659 (RS FWD)
65.7 / 1669 (LS, LT, ACTIV, RS AWD)
Track (in. / mm):
61.2 / 1554 (front)
61.3 / 1557 (rear)
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Headroom (in. / mm):
40 / 1016 (front without sunroof)
38.3 / 973 (front with sunroof)
38.4 / 975 (rear without sunroof)
36.8 / 935 (rear with sunroof)
Legroom (in. / mm):
40.9 / 1039 (front)
39.4 / 1001 (rear)
Shoulder Room (in. / mm):
55.4 / 1408 (front)
53.8 / 1367 (rear)
Hip Room (in. / mm):
52.3 / 1328 (front)
50.39 / 1280 (rear)
WEIGHTS, CAPACITIES & CARGO VOLUME
Base Curb Weight (lb. / kg):
3029 / 1374 (1.2L FWD)
3095 / 1404 (1.3L FWD)
3252 / 1475 (1.3L AWD)
EPA Passenger Volume (cu. ft. / L):
98.2 / 2780
Max Cargo Volume1 (cu. ft. / L):
25.3 / 716 (behind rear seat)
54.4 / 1540 (rear seat folded)
Trailering Capacity2 (lb. / kg):
1000 / 453 (requires accessory hitch)
00:00 - Intro / Engine
00:39 - Exterior
02:23 - Backseat
03:29 - Frontseat
06:44 - Driving Impressions
12:43 - Buying Guide
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I dont know why everyone is hating this vehicle...i think its awesome.
Because in recent years, GM's vehicles suffer badly as far as long term reliability goes. For the same money you are better off buying a Japanese brand. The only way this vehicle makes sense, is if you are say a senior citizen and you do not put many miles on your vehicle each year so that you could keep it long term pay it off and still have a very low milage vehicle that will serve you long term.
@@scrambler69-xk3kvDon't take me wrong but for this price every other Japanese vehicle looks like sh@t and there's no better way of saying that.
I think it's better to live with a short-term beautiful spouse and spend on maintaining her, than settling with a fugly low-maintenance one 😂
I have a fountain blue LT AWD Trailblazer in production! It’s my second car ever, first SUV-type car. I live in a hilly area with curvy roads and snowy/icy winters. I’m excited to have something bigger to sit up higher in, with the added grip of AWD. It’s exactly what I want, and I should get to meet it in just a few weeks! I’m watching so many videos like this so I’m the most prepared😊 Thanks for being so thorough!!!
As a new driver, I love this car. It's perfect for new drivers. Glad the Trailblazer is my first car. Excellent review. Thank you so much ❤
The 1.3 also has a timing chain, where the1.2 is belt driven, this was a big selling feature for when replacing my wife's Trax. The 9 speed auto is also unique in the segment and buttery smooth. As for vents for rear passengers, they are under the front seats and work very well. Best AC in the segment. As for reliability these have been BULLETPROOF as all products coming out of GM's South Korean factory. The Buick Encore GX Avenir trim has nice extras, Real leather seats, power adjustable passenger seat, Digital rearview mirror, heads up display, self parking, upholstered rear door panels. upgraded dual zone climate control, accoustic glass and noise cancellation for a couple extra thousand dollars over the Activ.
This is an awesome review thank you and I especially like how are you focusing on the performance of the air conditioning and the ride height of the driver seat keep up the good reviews
Kirk reviewing GM product and giving praise? Is this heaven?
bahaha. Last GM product I reviewed was CT5 V Blackwing...that was heaven!
Chevy has finally done something right with their crossovers. This engine paired with the 9 speed auto is a stroke of brilliance. Very well done. Yes, Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid is more efficient, but it also costs more and it has a battery that will need to be replaced at some point.
Hybrid batteries are cheap. It's not a bev with a $25k pack.
For us RV'rs, you can't flat tow ANY of the TB competitors. Just picked up a LT with roof, convencience, and cold weather package - we're in the PNW. My dealer also ordered the upgraded 18" wheels and they're really nice - no hit on ride quality. For $500 it's a no-brainer.
Thank you for the review. I’m expecting my ‘24 Activ in Fountain Blue to arrive next week. I’m in the Northeast, so AWD is extremely helpful.
Excellent review.
Thank you kindly!
12:48 It clearly shows you can get FWD with the 1.3T on the Active and RS trims. The 1.3T is better than the 1.2T in every way, literally no downside, and the CVT is fine its much more efficient and FWD is all most people need.
My daughter has the Encore GX, which is a twin to the Trailblazer and its actually very nice inside as Buick's are step up interior wise. It's quieter as well as they have their own quiet tuning. Stick with FWD as someone in Texas who doesn't need AWD and it's cheap and lighter.
The Cactus green is super cute!
I have a fairly new CR-V AWD and want to park it to preserve it and lease one of these for a few years. they're pretty cool. I love this color.
Just picked the TB with Activ trim. Mostly forced into this vehicle due to tow constraints related to an RV. Historically (40+ cars) primarily a Toyota/Honda owner. This car has been a surprise. We really like it. Power is fine for us. Ride is solid. Ample bells and whistles for this price point. If it delivers on reliability, we will end up super happy with the purchase.
the car and the presentation…👏🥂🤙
I just picked up this Trailblazer RS in red. Got all the packages: sunroof, dual-pane, panaramic; Convenience package; adaptive cruise and soumd package; driver confidence package. Really like this vehicle. I also have the fully loaded 2024 Trax 2RS and love that one as well. The difference, other than appearance, I think, are the Trailblazer is a little smoother ride, larger on the inside, the center console and door arm rests are slighltly softer (but not much), power drivers seat in the RS model, but a negative is that the Trailblazer is louder with road noise than the Trax. Really love both of these, of course I got the AWD version of the Trailblazer.
I have a 24 fountain blue coming next Thursday I can’t wait
Kirk, I believe the front passenger seat folds forward like a Matrix.
Excellent
Just picked up trail blazer in copper harbor yesterday active trim is nice we like it
Trailblazer with AWD, the 1.3 and the 9 speed is tge way to go. Woohoo!
You can change your speedometer view if you press on the right knob on the steering wheel
I would rather have rear vents than a AC plug. I've had a AC plug in my old vehicle for 9 years, never used it once.
I never know who to believe. Some people say the Trailblazer rides very stiff for a crossover, others say its super smooth... it can't be both. Wish we could use something like a RAV4 as a benchmark, and then just say if a vehicle is more stiff or softer or has more body roll or is tighter than a RAV4. That way if someone thinks its a comfortable ride, we'd know they aren't comparing that to a Lotus Elise.
I’ve had a 2023 Trailblazer for about 7 weeks. To me, the ride is smooth. But I was driving a pretty old car before this so my standards might be lower than most.
Same here. I love my 23 Trailblazer RS. But I traded in a 2005 Sebring with busted shocks. Just had my 2nd broken axle 3 weeks ago. Fixed it, then motor head cracked. Antifreeze mixing in with motor oil. Had to move on.
Different trim models of the trailblazer have differently tuned suspensions, so I would say take that into consideration. The active is tuned more for off-road where the RS is more for street/highway.
I ordered a 2024 RS AWD, but I wish it came with a skid plate like the ACTIV (not sure why ACTIV comes standard with a skid plate and the RS doesn't even have it as an option) and I wish it had the option to put smaller wheels on it, like the LT / ACTIV. I suppose I can always get aftermarket.. These companies need to have more wheel and tire options.
Nice color.
Is the safety belt height adjustable for driver and front passenger? My wife is short and adjustable safety belt are on the must have list.
The Activ is to one to get, the 17" wheels makes it better than the RS.
It's probably going to be the replacement for my Chevrolet Spark
Not sure if you misspoke, you can get the 1.3 in front wheel drive, with the CVT. I have 23 LT 1.3 CVT, drives awesome. Plenty of power 3000 RPM's and lower.
That brown color outside very nice hope inside no grays
I like the kia niro as a 30k option. Good features for the price. And it is essentially a wagon
I've googled the technical differences of AWD and snow mode, but can anyone explain what the practical differences are? If you would like to use a feature for snow/rain is there a reason why AWD would be better? I live in NY where we may have 2-3 snow stoems a year and the streets are cleared off relatively quickly. Trying to determine my needs. Thanks.
Typically snow mode will start the car in 2nd gear instead of first
Chevrolet all the way. I like the (AWD) with the 1.3.
You missed the configurable instrument panel - it's in the right-hand roller on the wheel. VERY cool. Oh well.
Hi. I am looking into trailblazer RS 2024. So you thinks 2024 tracks is a better vehicle than RS model
I really like the way it looks. Made in South Korea…is it made in the old Daewoo factory? How are the seats? I rented an Impala and it rode beautifully-GM can do a brilliant chassis & drivetrain-but had hard lumpy seats, the most uncomfortable I’ve ever sat on
The back of the front passenger seat is hard plastic prolly because it folds forward flat.
So, you liked the Activ over the RT?
I have seen from other reviewers that turning on just the AWD mode + Performance/Racing mode doesn’t actually make you feel you are pulling away beacuse of the Traction Control always being ON. Disengage that and try again with AWD and Racing mode ON.
Kirk did you say the steering feels a bit disconnected? I felt that when I test drove the Soul. Which one would you pick based soley on steering feel?
Neither lol. The soul id pick for bang for buck. Tbzr for looks.
Steering feel Mazda or Honda
@@KirkKreifelsMazda. Honda is great too, but I just like Mazda.
Visit copper harbor in August and September you will love it
Looks beautiful!
I rather pick the new Kona over the Trailblazer. It’s more modern and technology galore!
I took the Taos out for a drive and it has way too much turbo lag the 23' model anyway.
We bought a TBlazer RS 2023
it´s not bad.
I hope get trailblazer no gray colors hate grays
Almost all compact SUVs have the same style of C-pillars with the black inserts...
Agree with Kirk that the Corolla Cross Hybrid is the best of class. But, I would probably prefer the Trax or the Soul for a FWD-only budget option. Getting the Trailblazer with the 1.3T and AWD raises the price too high IMO, and if you get the lower trims, I'd personally prefer the Trax or the Soul.
BTW, is Ford ever going to update or do anything with the EcoSport? That POS is sorely in need of an upgrade and Ford needs something like it to slot in below the Escape.
There’s many options that are better than this
Ford discontinued the Ecosport and shut down the Ecosport factory a few years ago. That's why there's no 2023 or 2024 Ford Ecosport. Ford has chosen the Maverick as their entry level vehicle.
My gf almost got a 2024 trailblazer LT awd today.
But she ended up getting the Mazda CX 30 AWD. It was also 4g cheaper in Canada
Is trailblazer same size as 04 crv
Just when I thought the RS model would be the way to go maybe those 19 inch rims it comes with the low profile tires could be a disaster in a Canadian climate.
Probably better off with a crosstrek
Although it looks to be a nice package as a starter vehicle, I’ll always be of the ilk that the Trailblazer (and Blazer) is a sorely missed opportunity to bring back a strong nameplate to compete w/Bronco, Wrangler, Defender & others in the off-roader segment.
It personally seems duplicative because the Trailblazer is essentially close to the Trax, so I’m unsure why both are necessary, even in a growing & booming subcompact segment.
Trailblazer is just to upcharge a bit from the trax for awd and a traditional automatic transmission vs fwd cvt. The trailblazers body is also built in Korea (Daihatsu) while the trax is more chinese based I believe.
Btw aren’t these made in South Korea by GM South Korea which was formerly Daewoo?
Jes
Yes, GM Korea is really a renamed Daewoo
It’s made by what once was Daewoo in Korea though. I’d even take a Mexican made version of this if they had it.
I like the Trax way better. It looks better, bigger, and cheaper.
Trax is a good bargain. I like TBlzer looks better
Idk about the better transmission. It may feel better till chevy's notorious transmission nukes itself at 150k miles
from the side it looks like outlander sport
If trailblazer to low ground i maybe happer equinox
Nobody here is gonna cry about it being a turbo? Or do you guys only save that for Toyotas?
The haters save it for Toyota.😂🤫
As it's made in South Korea, it has Daewoo DNA.
In the Engine is bit of German DNA
Build quality was decent for the price imo!
@georghillgruber6034 The engine is basically an Opel, German and European designed
AWD with 9 speed Trailblazer LT or RS
This is a market or segment whichever you prefer to call it Chevy has capitalized on. Alot of other brands including the two other domestic brands have absolutely nothing to offer which is crime imo.
Jeep renegade is better than this in every way.
Jeeps and especially Jeep Renegade are famous for their extremely poor reliability. I would never buy a Jeep Renegade.
@@braetonwilson4296THAT PART!!
@@theguy4615No, the ancient fiat pos is not better than this
Can you order one in one single color? Don't care for two tone paint on cars.
Liftback sedans should replace all these
That's kinda what the Trax is.
Haye gray colors god damn it rveryone like grays hate it
I don’t understand why every review is on a maxed out trailblazer, an Ls , is 23k, well equipped for 25k, seems all test have been done on 30k plus trailblazers that imo missed the point of this car. Only a handful of cars today exist sub 23/24k
No Active Vehicle Hold when you’re in traffic at lights. That sucks.
I have two of these cars in my fleet one is an RS all-wheel drive and the other one is RS front wheel drive. All- wheel drive has pop when you hit the pedal, after holding that gas down it feels like it goes numb. Everything feels really cheap when it comes to the controls and the buttons, and you're surrounded by plastic. Even the left arm rest for an RS model is not as soft. They could have at least put some letter there
No mention of the VW products!
Branching out to domestic brands? Not sure how i feel about this. I guess you have to in order to get Redline Reviews and Raiti's Rides numbers.
The issue with this is twofold. First, it’s a GM product, and second, it has a turbo direct-injected. It’s a value, I’ll give it that . But it is inferior to every other Japanese crossover in this segment.
Is seems like at first you would think it was a great buy then after 2 days of driving it you'll be kicking yourself for not getting something better
@@MrVictoria69 yeah, I mean the crosstrek, cx30, and Corolla cross are all better made products.
The infamous GM chime…Makes my ears bleed!!
Honda not the same alit people changing back chevy i looking Colorado equinox trailblazer
Lol the Hardly a blazer ? No thanks … I’d never buy another GM product in my lifetime
Smart man
Budget buy vehicle for you. Volvo XC-90 walks all over it.
So 2024, no Apple Car play? If so, it’s a no go…
All GM vehicles that aren’t EV’s still have A/A and CarPlay. This vehicle included.
Its a lemon, how is it your favorite?🤣
I have 2021
Got it in 2020 it's fun, sporty vehicle
Did I ever say it's my favorite? It's a really solid effort from Chevy.
@@KirkKreifelsit is, but GM doesn’t have a good track record with small cars. I doubt this will be any different.
@@KirkKreifels Wont last 3years before its totalled junk
junk
8.5 out of 10 and 85 out of 100 on JDPower Reliability score.