2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV
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Overview
When Chevrolet brought back the Blazer as a two-row mid-size crossover in 2019, fans of the original who were hoping for an off-road-ready SUV were vocal with their disappointment. Now comes another surprise wearing a Blazer badge, as Chevy takes the SUV with the storied name into the electric realm of autodom for 2024. The gas-free version is called the Blazer EV, and if you’re disappointed by the Blazer’s electrification take solace in the SS trim, which offers 557 horsepower and is said to be capable of hitting 60 mph in less than four seconds. While the SS seems tailormade to take on the likes of the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT and the Tesla Model Y Performance, three other more affordable, less powerful models will be available as well. The Blazer EV uses General Motors’ Ultium battery technology, and the model with the most range will be the RS trim, which Chevy says will go about 320 miles on a charge.
What's New for 2024?
The Blazer EV will be an all-new model within the Blazer family, with its own distinct body and interior—it’s not a gas Blazer fitted with an EV propulsion system. It will be offered in four trims, with the mid-range 2LT and RS models hitting the market first in summer, 2023. The top-spec SS trim will follow shortly thereafter, going on sale before the end of 2023. The lowest-priced 1LT trim will join the lineup in early 2024.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
We’d go with the RS to unlock the Blazer’s maximum driving range. This sporty-looking model comes standard with cool 21-inch wheels, a power-operated hands-free rear liftgate, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated flat-bottomed steering wheel, and an illuminated Chevrolet bowtie logo.
EV Motor, Power, and Performance
Chevrolet hasn’t released horsepower figures for the 1LT, 2LT, or RS models yet, but the range-topping SS model will come exclusively with a 557-hp electric powertrain with standard all-wheel drive. That model, according to Chevy, will hit 60 mph in under 4.0 seconds. The 1LT is available only in a front-wheel drive arrangement while 2LT models can be had with either front- or all-wheel drive. Curiously, the RS model comes standard with either front- or rear-wheel drive—your choice—with all-wheel drive optional. When more information is released on the Blazer EV’s available powertrains, we’ll update this story with details.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
Although Chevy hasn’t released much info on the size of the battery packs that will be available on the Blazer EV, we know that the RS model will boast the highest EPA estimated driving range of the lineup at 320 miles. The entry-level 1LT model is said to deliver around 247 miles per charge while the 2LT and SS trims offer a claimed range of 293 and 290 miles, respectively. The Blazer EV will be capable of charging on a DC fast charger and Chevrolet says it can charge at up to 190 kW and add about 78 miles of range in just 10 minutes.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
Fuel economy ratings for the Blazer EV haven’t been released and likely won’t be until closer to the SUV’s on-sale date in the summer of 2023. When we get a chance to test the Blazer EV for ourselves, we’ll take it on our 75-mph highway fuel economy route and update this story with test results and observed driving range. For more information about the Blazer EV’s fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The Blazer EV is strictly a two-row affair, and from photos we can see a sporty interior-design motif that nicely matches the SUV’s aggressive exterior styling. Round air vents flank the dashboard, and in RS and SS trims Chevrolet has adopted a two-tone black-and-red color scheme—but we expect a more monotone look to be available too for those who don’t appreciate the flash. While there is adequate leg room in both rows, we found headroom lacking when we had a chance to sit inside a pre-production SS model. When we get a chance, we’ll test the Blazer EV’s cargo capacity with our carry-on suitcase test and update this story with results.
Infotainment and Connectivity
All models come with a large 17.7-inch infotainment display that’s canted slightly toward the driver and framed on the left and the bottom by physical controls for the climate control system and a volume knob. A secondary 11.0-inch display presents the driver with gauges and other driving info. Chevrolet hasn’t said anything about the Blazer EV’s infotainment system, but we’re guessing that it’s GM’s latest, which is Android Auto-based. We expect to see plenty of standard connectivity features such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an on-board Wi-Fi hotspot.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Chevrolet is bundling a host of driver assistance features together as standard, including automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and a parking assist feature. GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driving system is also available. For more information about the Blazer EV’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
- Available adaptive cruise control with hands-free driving mode
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Chevrolet provides standard coverage limits for the Blazer EV’s electric-powertrain components. It also includes the first maintenance visit, but overall coverage doesn't come close to that of the Hyundai Ioniq 5.
- Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
- Complimentary maintenance covers one maintenance visit
- Electric components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles
