Autoblog Post Test Drive Notes on 2020 Chevy Blazer 3LT: “Stylish, Contemporary, and Chic”

The 2020 Chevy Blazer is now entering its second year of rebirth, and we can finally provide the answer to a question that many customers here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson have been asking: Will it have a new engine option? The answer is YES, and it comes in the form of a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, and it was the one under the hood for a test drive that the staff of Autoblog embarked on last week. This new variant produces 230 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, slotting below the 308-hp V6 and just above the naturally-aspirated 2.5-liter 4-cylinder.

This turbo is now mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission and comes as the standard motor for those who opt for the 2LT and 3LT trims. When paired with all-wheel drive, it is the most fuel-efficient Blazer engine choice, finishing across the line at 23 mpg combined, as opposed to the V6's 21 mpg combined rating. There is also now the ability to turn off the start-stop system, all seats are covered in perforated leather, and the front seats are heated. Rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, and rear park assist now are on board as included safety systems.

While making your decision for a new vehicle this year, make sure to closely check out the Sound and Technology package: this is where you get the rear camera mirror, a 4.2-inch digital screen in the instrument cluster, navigation and additional power/USB outlets. Editor-in-Chief Greg Migliore thought that the Blazer is definitely one of the better-looking crossovers in its segment, and appreciated the design similarities that it shares with the Camaro. After a few long drives, he reflected that the Blazer is among the best handlers in its class and that Chevy is truly chiseling our way into a brand new identity of sorts with this release.

When Senior Editor John Snyder first tested the Blazer he wasn't as much a fan, but after seeing it in more colors out on the road, he gradually got used to its looks and was more impressed. He liked the power derived from the turbo motor and stated that the vehicle feels pleasantly wide in the way it delegates body roll during cornering.

Road Test Editor Zac Palmer has consistently been one of the auto reviewers that we have had our eyes on for concise information regarding auto performance the past few years. He concluded that the design stood out uniquely, and that it stoked much more interest than that of the sworn rival in the form of the Honda Passport. The ease-of-use as far as infotainment is concerned was a huge positive for Zac, who also had a great appreciation for the simple gauges and instrument cluster.

New Atlas Praises 2019 Chevy Blazer For “Beauty, Confidence, and Upscale Feel”

As various reports and news blurbs confirmed that the Blazer was indeed coming back last year, all of us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson instantly became excited. Styling cues were highly reminiscent of the Camaro, and as soon as it hit the showrooms, the new Blazer gained heaps of attention. This is not the Blazer of the 1990s, as midsize crossovers are admittedly where much of the need is for the daily driver, and it is situated in between the smaller Equinox and larger Traverse.

Seasoned auto writer Aaron Turpen from New Atlas claimed that the stately drive quality, nice ride, and great infotainment system were qualities that immediately swayed him to give the Blazer very high marks. The base model is the “L”, the next trim level up is the Blazer, then you move up to the RS and Premier. The engine choices are the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that cranks out 193 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque, while higher trim levels see a 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine that cranks out 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. This is where the all-wheel drive becomes an option as well, while the nine-speed automatic stays.

The New Atlas crew drove the 2019 Blazer in the top-line Premier package, which includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control. The 3.6-liter engine offered up spry and aggressive performance, and the handling and drive quality were deemed as excellent. Lovers of tech will greatly appreciate the Blazer's four USB ports and excellent infotainment system, which Aaron immediately claimed was one of the best in the business. Response to touch is very quick, and comes with high-end extras like a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

With the V6 and towing equipment installed, the Blazer can pull a very impressive 4,500 lbs, and the overall report after a few lengthy tests drives was that the Blazer is a good, comfortable drive with a satisfying interior and great daily dynamic. Coming for 2020, there will be a turbocharged 4-cylinder option, and we hope that we see you here this fall for a test drive to experience the Blazer for yourself!

Remembering back through the years, one of our favorite models of all time was the S-10 Blazer in 1982: offered in a two-door body style, we affectionately referred to them as the “drummer's choice”: many musicians loved the incredibly useful blend of car and truck, as well as storage space for the percussionist's arsenal. We will share with you more great reviews and test drive experiences with the Blazer as they continue to move through our newswire pipeline, and as excited professionals bestow the highest of rankings on this revitalized namesake and practical vehicle for a growing family or business!

2019 Chevy Blazer Snags Coveted Spot on Wards 10 Best UX List For Dominance in Tech Features

The NewsWheel.com staff was on duty last week working hard on any updates in the automotive field, the trait they are known best for! They ran across the opportunity to dole out praise for the 2019 Chevy Blazer, which recently won a well-deserved spot on the 2019 Wards Best UX List. Helpful driver-assist features and a very easy-to-use infotainment system were two of the items that helped the Blazer fare so well after WardsAuto editors scrutinized 23 vehicles and chose the 10 that offered the user-friendliest tech features.

Display screens, voice control, smartphone integration, navigation, and active-safety equipment are elements that are evaluated as part of the judging process. The editors drive the participating vehicles on their everyday commutes to get a sense of how their features perform in the most common of scenarios. They look closely at buttons and switches and check out useful features such as wireless smartphone pairing and charging ports. When it came to the infotainment system, the easy-to-see high positioning of its 8-inch high-definition touch screen, built-in shopping app, and reliable OnStar Wi-Fi also helped the team with their final decision.

Features such as forward automatic braking, lane-keeping assist, and forward collision alert are other qualities that aided in the Blazer's success regarding the Wards list. Lane-keep assist is one of our favorites: it puts to use forward-facing cameras that monitor the lane lines around your vehicle and provide various warnings to alert the driver when you are quickly approaching lane markings. We had always been fans of the Blazer's large HVAC vents, which saw a lot of influence from our beloved Camaro's styling, and can be easily adjusted to change temperature and fan speed: this was another unique feature that the editors cozied up to quickly.

We hope you visit us here at O'Rielly Chevy of Tucson this fall to experience the first press of the throttle utilizing the 3.6-liter V6 engine that's available on the Blazer and standard with RS and Premier trims. Shifting is accomplished with a 9-speed automatic and brandishing a wide range of interior and exterior options, there's there to be the Blazer that ideally suits your unique personal taste. Reliability is important to midsize SUV buyers with a J.D. Powers study showing that 97% agree that it is the first consideration during their vehicle choice. With accents lightly borrowed from the muscle car department and a high level of accolade and award such as this latest accomplishment, the Blazer proves to be an exciting resurrection of an all-time favorite, and example of the best our brand has to offer!