2024 Chevy Trailblazer

By Staff Posted on December 9, 2024

Competing in a red-hot crossover market the Chevy Trailblazer looks to give GM a leg up in an increasingly popular segment. With little much to do with its forbearer and although sitting on a car-like frame the Trailblazer gets quite a bit correct. With a ton of storage capacity and a long standard feature list that includes dual phone connectivity, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, torquey turbocharged engine choices and light off-road capabilities all for a low base price there is enough here to get excited about. However, with competitors like the Kia Soul, Hyundai Kona, Ford EcoSport and Jeep Renegade the Trailblazer has its work cut out for it.

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