It has been well over a decade since the Blazer was a staple category on Chevy sales floors, and many in the Knoxville metro area have been asking us at the dealership what the scoop is on the future model. Slated to begin production during the middle of next year right here in Tennessee, it has recently been confirmed that the Blazer will soon be back. It will compete more directly with the current available midsize crossovers such as the Ford Edge than it's close-cousin of a predecessor, the Traverse. Weighing in at an estimated 194 inches long, the Blazer will be nearly a foot shorter than the Traverse, making it an easy addition to any urban garage.
When you get right down to the mechanics, the new version of the Blazer is going to be similar to the GMC Acadia, which was recently whittled down in size drastically. The Blazer will be offered in front-wheel drive and AWD configurations, and will have the 4-cylinder as well as V6 option. The 4 will provide about 190 horsepower, and the 6 will have the ability to deliver around 300 for your hill-climbing and other various exploration needs. Right at launch, the 6-speed automatic is what is expected to be stationed in the transmission department, with a 9-speed automatic becoming available a year or later down the road.
The total weight of the new Blazer should top off right at about 4000 pounds, which is about 6-700 pounds lighter than the Traverse. Fuel economy ratings are expected to be around 23 MPG for the 4-cylinder, and right at 17 MPG if you opt for the V6. Expected trim levels are projected to include base LS, midlevel LT, and high-end Premier. One thing everyone on the staff here at West Chevy is excited about is the possibility of the Blazer being made available with an off-road equipment group. It would be similar to the All-terrain package you can get on the Acadia, and potentially offer enhanced All-wheel-drive capability, as well as a more rugged-looking interior.
The original S-10 Blazer was introduced back in 1982, alongside the GMC S-15 Jimmy. Outdoorsy customers all over the nation fell in love with the 2-door version immediately, and the ultimate cross between a pickup and incredibly full-sized car was born. Winner of Playboy Magazine's Truck of the Year in 1995, Motor Trend also favored the Blazer that year as their top-finishing Truck of the year. We can't contain our excitement to see the new versions of Blazer roll out onto the lot, and help all of our valued customers figure out what's perfect for them. Lakes, outdoor landscapes of all varieties, and getting your loved ones around in style are all just around the corner, as the Blazer prepares to re-enter the available Chevy ranks with refined quality!
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