What To Expect with the All-New 2021 Chevy Trailblazer

Compact crossover vehicles are on trend for the next few years and Chevy is prepared to introduce its own take with the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer. Set to fill the slot between the Chevy Equinox and the Chevy Trax, here’s what you need to know about the Trailblazer before it hits the showroom floor in 2020.

Evolution and Pricing

The 2021 Trailblazer evolved from being a trim level of the Chevy Blazer during the 1990s and early-2000s, becoming an SUV of its own sold from 2001 to 2008. This new crossover still has quite a few unknowns, including the price, which will be announced closer to launch.

Style

For 2021, the Chevy Trailblazer takes style cues from the larger Blazer SUV and the Chevy Camaro. The result is a sharper beak with a large grille that leads into strong lines down the side of the body. It joins the Blazer in having a roof that appears to float which is on-trend for crossovers. Additionally, the roof is two-toned allowing drivers to customize their style. A new type of badge is expected on the Trailblazer. The tail end of the vehicle remains a bit of a mystery still, but you can expect it to be similar to the Blazer.

Engine and Transmission Options

Chevy has kept many specifics of the Trailblazer out of the press so far, but available news suggests that a variation of the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine will be under the hood. Given the manufacturing location in South Korea, a turbocharged I-4 engine may also be a contender. A nine-speed transmission is expected to be mated with the engines with all-wheel drive as a possibility.

Trims and Interior Features

The automaker announced that the RS trim is a definitive part of the 2021 Trailblazer. Inside of the vehicle, the dimensions are set to be smaller than the Equinox and larger than the Trax, with room to fit up to five people. The style of the interior is revealed to have color accents around the vents and a dashboard that resembles a wing. Exact technological features have yet to be released, but a touch screen will be a part of the interior features.

Safety

Chevy has offered quite a bit of information when it comes to the 2021 Trailblazer’s safety features. It comes with a package of standard safety features including lane keep assist with lane departure warning, front automatic emergency braking, and front pedestrian braking. Available options to add include adaptive cruise control – camera, a high-definition rear-vision camera, and rear park assist. The standard set of features and optional camera and sensors are designed to help drivers be more fully aware of their surroundings and drive with confidence.

The 2021 Trailblazer is set to make a splash when it arrives at dealerships in early 2020. A new RS trim along with the possibility of a turbocharged engine make this crossover a top contender with the suite of standard safety features it has. Be sure to explore the current inventory at Burien Chevrolet and take one of our Chevy crossovers for a test drive without having to wait for 2020.

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