The Chevrolet Trail Blazer is just one of the models that put this storied auto maker back on the map. Before the Trail Blazer, Chevrolet did not really offer a sport utility vehicle that could compete with other big time automobile manufacturers. So when the Chevrolet Trail Blazer was introduced, it made a huge splash.
The Chevrolet Trail Blazer is placed in the very competitive mid-size sport utility vehicle class. It goes head to head with the Ford Explorer, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Honda Pilot, and many more.
The Chevrolet Trail Blazer offers one of the most powerful engines in its class. The 4.2 liter, six cylinder engine puts out 275 horsepower. The only downside of this is that the gas mileage suffers. Estimates are 15 miles per gallon in the city, and 21 on the highway.
For a sport utility vehicle, the Trail Blazer offers a very comfortable ride. The suspension absorbs bumps without any problems, but can float a little bit at highway speeds.
One major drawback of this car is the steering and handling. There is an excess amount of body lean in sharp turns, and the car does not feel very stable when pushed. Standard anti-lock brakes make it easy to slow down in a jam. Another disappointment with the Trail Blazer is the wind noise as speed picks up. A highway drive will most definitely be accompanied by a high level of wind rush.
The Chevrolet Trail Blazer still continues to sell well. Even though there are a few minor drawbacks, there are many bright spots that continually draw in a very broad audience. Both young and old people alike find this car to be a solid performer, with good looks. As long as the Chevrolet Trail Blazer keeps improving, it should be able to hold its own in the midsize sport utility vehicle for years to come.
