2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer Subcompact Crossover
Description
Chevrolet’s Trailblazer continues its streak of stylish, affordability, and fuel efficiency for 2023.
More of a crossover than a traditional sport utility, the subcompact hyper-delivers good looks. And while technology didn’t make our Top-3 for 2023. Trailblazer packs impressive tech options.
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2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer Top-3:
- Styling
- Value
- MPG
Up to 33 mpg – highway
New For 2023 Chevy Trailblazer
Trailblazer was reintroduced into the Chevrolet crossover/SUV lineup in 2020. Making 2023 its third model year.
And the bow tie brand is releasing a handful of cool new color options for the 2023 Chevy Trailblazer.
Trims And Prices: 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Starting at $23,395 the 2023 Chevy Trailblazer is being offered in four main trim options.
2023 Chevy Trailblazer trims & MSRPs:
- LS $23,395
- LT $25,595
- ACVTIV $27,495
- RS $27,495
Interestingly the top two trims share the same starting MSRP.
That’s because the ACTIV is configured to lean toward off-roading. Whereas the RS leans more on-road. But they’re otherwise equivalently equipped.
Engines, Transmissions & Fuel Economy
Chevrolet offers two different 3-cylinder engines in its 2023 Trailblazer. That’s right. One, two, three-cylinders.
Different but efficient for sure. Here are those options:
2023 Trailblazer 3-Cylinder Engines
- 1.2L Turbo – 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque
- 1.3L Turbo – 155 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque
Transmissions
There are also two different transmissions available for the 2023 Trailblazer.
There’s a continuously variable transmission. And a 9-speed automatic transmission.
The CVT is offered on the 1.2L turbo and the 1.3L turbo with FWD. And the 9-speed auto trans comes on the 1.3L with AWD.
MPG
And Trailblazer shines in the fuel economy department. Delivering up to 33 mpg on the highway.
Here’s the breakdown by engine and transmission configuration.
EPA Fuel-Economy Estimates:
- 1.2L FWD 29/31
- 1.3L FWD 29/33
- 1.3L AWD 26/30
*All city/highway
Trailblazer has a maximum towing capacity of 1,000 pounds. And the crossover’s curb weight varies.
Depending on the configuration it weighs in between 4,189 and 4,409 lbs.
FWD or AWD fuel efficiency
What’s The 2023 Chevy Trailblazer Look Like?
Trailblazer punches above its weight class when it comes to style.
Reminiscent of the entire Chevy lineup now. Looking back, when it was first rolling off assembly lines, it was signally Chevy’s design direction.
And that’s undeniably attractive. Sporty, athletic, and yet still Chevrolet by all appearances. Perhaps one of Trailblazer’s most telling aesthetics is its white roof.
Exterior Dimensions:
- Wheelbase 103.9
- Length 173.5
- Height 65.2 to 65.7
- Width 71.2
- Track:
- Front 61.2
- Rear 61.3
- Ground clearance 7.5
* All inches.
As a subcompact, Trailblazer is easy to maneuver. Especially in congested traffic settings or tight parking areas.
But it’s still spacious inside.
Up to 54.4 cu-ft of cargo space
Inside The 2023 Chevy Trailblazer
Trailblazer’s interior is well laid out as well as spacious. Notably for a subcompact crossover.
Chevy’s been doing a great job throughout its lineup with the user interface of its cockpits. And Trailblazer follows suit.
Although there are loads of tech options and features. Everything is easy to use and intuitive. Logically laid out for the average daily driver.
Interior Dimensions:
- Headroom
- Front 38.3 to 40.0
- Rear 36.8 to 38.4
- Legroom
- Front 40.9
- Rear 39.4
- Shoulder room
- Front 55.4
- Rear 53.8
- Hip room
- Front 52.3
- Rear 50.4
*All inches.
And there’s plenty of cargo area for luggage and hauling stuff. Behind the backseats, there are 25.3 cubic feet in the cargo area. Plus when you fold the backseats down you have an ample 54.4 cu-ft of space to haul your stuff.
In addition to fold-flat backseats. Chevy offers a fold-flat front seat creating even more space. Providing the capability to haul objects up to 8.5 feet long.
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