Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 137-155 hp | 162-174 lb-ft | Inline-3 |
| 2023 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 3 | 1.3 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | Keyless ignition | Seat rows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | Standard | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 716 | 25.3 | Keyless ignition: Standard | Standard | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | Standard | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | Standard | 2 |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | Standard | 2 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Frontal crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | Overall rating | Side crash | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveCruiseControl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 4 | 2026 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER SUV N/A AWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | — | — | standard | standard | optional |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV AWD | standard | 5 | 5 | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | — | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV FWD Later Release | standard | 5 | 5 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer offers a good reliability score, but a high number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) suggests potential underlying issues that warrant careful inspection.
2025
The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer presents an average reliability picture, making pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2024
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to a high frequency of critical electrical system and powertrain failures reported at low mileage.
2023
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to persistent issues with its service brakes and engine.
2022
The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to a significant number of complaints concerning its powertrain and electrical systems, notably the persistent 'Shift to Park' warning.
2021
The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant concerns with its **service brakes**.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Carfocal currently has 6 published Trailblazer reports, covering 2021 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer offers a good reliability score, but a high number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) suggests potential underlying issues that warrant careful inspection.
Published year coverage: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Chevrolet Trailblazer reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Chevrolet Trailblazer. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 chevrolet trailblazer offers a good reliability score, but a high number of technical service bulletins (tsbs) suggests potential underlying issues that warrant careful inspection. and the 2026 trailblazer's value proposition is tempered by its average reliability assessment and a significant number of tsbs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Across Carfocal's published Trailblazer guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Turbocharger, and Electrical System Module. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Turbocharger, and Electrical System Module.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints