It was confident and responsive on twisty sections of road, especially the RS model, which has exclusive steering and suspension tuning. With steady composure and accurate steering, the Blazer is easily the best-driving crossover to wear the Chevrolet bow tie. The four-cylinder can tow up to 1500 pounds, while the V-6 version can handle up to 4500 pounds. Quick as the last Blazer RS we tested was, the automatic transmission was slow to downshift when we wanted a quick burst of acceleration. However, the V-6 delivers impressive acceleration and provides added confidence when passing on the highway. The front-drive, turbo-four version has sufficient power for getting around town and highway duty. Both pair with a nine-speed automatic transmission and either front- or all-wheel drive. The Blazer features a standard a 228-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and an optional 308-hp 3.6-liter V-6. We'd choose the V-6 and the towing package and also add the Sound and Technology package that includes a 120-volt outlet, a 360-degree camera system, additional USB ports, a Bose stereo, and a rearview camera mirror. All-wheel drive is available for another $2700. Instead, we'd recommend the 3LT trim level, mainly because it unlocks the $500 V-6 engine option, which increases the max towing capacity from 3500 to 4500 pounds, when equipped with the trailering equipment, of course. In fact, the Blazer is more expensive than most competitors, especially when optioned with the most desirable features, which are only available on the RS and Premier. While we enjoy the RS model's enhanced handling traits and more aggressive exterior styling, it's not the best value. The Premier is available with an Enhanced Convenience package now, too. All but the top-of-the-line Premier trim are now available with a contrasting-color roof. The paint palette adds two new metallic hues: Nitro Yellow and Blue Glow. Models with this mill and all-wheel drive now come standard with the Trailering package it's optional on front-drive examples. This means the lineup no longer features the L or 1LT trim levels, and the turbo 2.0 four-cylinder now becomes the standard engine. What's New for 2022?įor 2022, the Blazer is dropping the previously standard 193-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. With pricey upper trim levels that hoard the most desirable features, the 2022 Blazer also isn't a great value. Although it boasts lots of space for people and cargo, the cabin suffers from some cheap bits, and outward visibility is compromised. Still, compared with most of its two- and three-row classmates, the Blazer is better to drive thanks to accurate steering, confident cornering stability, and strong brakes. A 228-hp turbo four-cylinder is the base engine, and all models offer front- or all-wheel drive, but no combination is very fuel efficient. Sure, the two-row SUV doesn't offer a thunderous V-8, but its optional 308-hp V-6 provides strong enough thrust. The visual sportiness continues inside with a design inspired by Chevy's iconic muscle car, the Camaro.
With a fierce face and chiseled bodywork, the 2022 Chevy Blazer is arguably the most assertive-looking mid-size crossover in its class.
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