2024 Chevrolet Blazer

According to our readers’ comments, the Blazer is a roomy, sporty, good-looking 5-person midsize SUV. We couldn’t agree more. We add that its infotainment system, with its 10.2-inch touchscreen, is one of the industry’s easiest to use. Although the current generation is now six years old, its styling and performance still excite. It has rivals, like the Ford Edge and Honda Passport, with more cargo room, but folks in both rows of seating swim in elbow and legroom. The midsize SUV segment is hotly contested; yet, the 2024 Chevy Blazer manages to still be noticed, admired, and relevant.

A fully electric 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is coming this summer. We review it separately.

Other than a new exterior color or two, the only notable enhancement for 2024 is standardizing heated front seats across the trim lineup. Also, the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV joins the lineup.

Before buying a Blazer, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay.

All but the Blazer RS come standard with a 228-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine married to a 9-speed automatic transmission. This is the more popular of the Blazer’s two engine choices and strikes a satisfying balance of performance and efficiency. With a zero-to-60 mph time of just over six seconds, we’ve found that it has more than enough get-up-and-go. And that ample in-town acceleration and highway passing power are paired with sharp handling and confident braking.

In our most recent Blazer encounter, we found driving around town or on the highway to be pleasant and quiet. Active noise cancellation helps keep noise from the road and the engine out of the cabin. The suspension does a nice job absorbing road imperfections while still being firm enough to have some fun in the corners and on twisty roads.

If you really want performance that matches the muscular look of the Blazer, you can opt for the 308-horsepower V6. It is standard in the RS and optional for the 3LT and Premier trims. We appreciate the Blazer’s terrific handling properties even more with the V6. Moreover, Blazers so equipped are more enjoyable to drive than most of the similarly priced competitors.

Fuel Economy

According to government estimates, the Blazer with its turbo-4, delivers up to 25 mpg in combined driving (22 city, 29 highway). This is about average within the segment. It’s better than the Ford Edge (23 mpg) and the Honda Passport (21 mpg). Opt for the V6 and the combined mileage drops off to 22 mpg.

There are some design cues borrowed from the Camaro in the Blazer’s interior but it’s decidedly more practical and family-friendly than the 2-door sports car.

As you might expect, the rear seat space and cargo area are roomier than the smaller Chevy Equinox, but at least one rival in the midsize SUV class, the Hyundai Santa Fe, has measurably more rear-seat legroom. However, at 39.6 inches, the Blazer bests most of its rivals. We found the rear-seat space quite comfortable. Still, taller passengers may discover Blazer models with the sunroof just a bit lacking in headroom.

Sadly, the generous passenger space is at the expense of the cargo room. At 30.5 cu ft, the cargo space behind the second-row seat ranks close to the bottom of the class. For example, the Ford Edge has 39.2 cubic feet, while the Honda Passport boasts 41.2 cu ft.

Up front, the 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen sits upright and detached from the practical dashboard design. We argue that the infotainment system itself is one of the easiest to navigate.

The sporty RS also comes with an 8-inch digital driver’s instrument cluster, which is also in the Premier model. Overall, we are pleased with the cabin. However, the money required for the Blazer upper trims will gain you nicer furnishings in the Honda Pilot or the Hyundai Santa Fe.

There’s no question in our minds that the Blazer has one of the more aggressive and sporty exteriors among mid-size SUVs. It is one of the raves most often heard from owners.

10.2-inch infotainment system
Along with the large standard touchscreen, this system’s setup is easy and logical to use, with barely a learning curve. It also includes wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity.

Standard remote start
No matter which trim you choose, you can start your Blazer with your key fob as long as you are in range. It’s not often standard on lower trim levels of other vehicles. We have grown to appreciate this feature on scorching-hot and frigid-cold days.

Chevy Safety Assist
This standard safety tech suite bundles automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, a following distance indicator, and automatic high beams. Additional optional safety features include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

Two engine options
The Blazer provides two engine options; you can’t go wrong with either. The base turbocharged engine is both punchy and fuel-efficient, while the V6 option packs over 300 horsepower for more effortless merging and passing. Both are popular with buyers.

Sporty RS trim
The RS trim makes the Blazer a sportier SUV without sacrificing practicality. For starters, the 308-horsepower V6 engine comes standard. It also has a sporty appearance package with black Chevy emblems, unique wheels, and a black perforated leather interior with red accents.

Appearance packages
The Blazer offers multiple stylish appearance packages. For example, the Midnight Edition adds sleek black trim and black wheels, and the Redline Edition gives the Blazer 2LT and 3LT a sporty look without the added expense of upgrading to the RS trim.

Chevy offers two engines for the Blazer, both of which funnel power via a 9-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard and all-wheel drive (AWD) is optional with either engine. The primary and more popular engine is the turbocharged 4-cylinder. We like it for its effortless cruising and solid fuel economy. It delivers enough performance to satisfy most drivers.

For a bit more oomph, you can opt for the 308-horsepower V6. The fuel economy isn’t as good as that of the turbo-4, but the zero-to-60 time is a couple of eye blinks quicker. Our advice is to save the money and stick with the 4-cylinder.

3-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

Chevy’s warranty coverage is fairly standard for mainstream carmakers. The limited bumper-to-bumper coverage is for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. A separate powertrain warranty is good for five years or 60,000 miles. Chevy also covers scheduled maintenance for the first year.

Safety Ratings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scores the Blazer with its highest overall grade of 5 Stars. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded it its highest score of Good on six out of six safety/crash tests. You can research more about NHTSA and IIHS safety ratings on their websites.