2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer

LS gets straight to the point. An 11-inch touchscreen, fold-flat front passenger seat, and Chevy Safety Assist mean you’re not starting with something stripped down. It’s properly equipped from the start. LT adds the bits you actually notice. Remote start, keyless open and start, and roof rails make everyday use smoother without complicating things. ACTIV toughens it up slightly. Off-road-tuned suspension, skid plates, and unique styling give it a bit more confidence when the pavement isn’t perfect. It’s not pretending to be extreme—it just handles rougher surfaces better. RS goes the other direction. Flat-bottom steering wheel, red accents, and 19-inch high-gloss black wheels give it a sharper, more energetic feel. Same core vehicle, different attitude.

Two engines, both Turbocharged, both doing exactly what they need to. The 1.2L produces 137 hp and 162 lbs. ft. of torque, paired with a CVT in FWD models. It’s smooth, predictable, and perfectly suited to city driving. Step up to the 1.3L and you get 155 hp and 174 lbs. ft. of torque. With AWD, it pairs to a 9-speed automatic, which feels more traditional and gives you better grip when conditions change. Drive modes—Normal, Sport, and AWD—adjust things just enough to matter without overcomplicating the experience. This is where the Trailblazer earns its keep. It’s easy. That’s the headline. Acceleration is steady, steering is light, and everything feels intuitive within minutes. Around town, it’s quick to respond and simple to place. On the highway, it settles in without fuss. The suspension smooths out rough patches without turning the drive into a floaty mess. ACTIV adds a bit more confidence on uneven surfaces, while RS stays more planted on pavement. It’s not trying to be exciting. It’s trying to be good. And it is.

Inside, the Trailblazer focuses on making space work. Seating for 5 feels open enough, and the layout is simple in a way that makes sense immediately. No hunting for controls, no unnecessary complexity. The fold-flat front passenger seat is genuinely useful. Longer items fit without awkward angles or creative packing. Rear seats fold down to expand cargo space, giving you flexibility for everything from groceries to weekend gear. Materials improve as you move up trims. RS adds sportier touches, ACTIV leans more durable, and higher trims bring in a bit more refinement.

The tech setup is clean and easy to use. An 11-inch touchscreen sits front and center, and it works quickly without needing a learning curve. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, connecting instantly. Available wireless charging and a Bose® audio system add a bit more convenience and quality. Nothing feels overdone. It just works.

Chevy Safety Assist comes standard, including Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam® automatic high beams. Available features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert give you more awareness when things get busy. It’s all there, doing its job without making a scene about it.