How often do you drive down the road only to see a vehicle that requires a second look because of its sleek and sophisticated design? This is exactly what happens when you see the 2022 Chevy Blazer on the road. Always camera-ready, the Blazer boasts an all-new design that’s a far cry from the original Blazer of decades past.
Surprisingly, the Blazer was late to the game after Ford unveiled the Bronco in 1966. Desperate to fill the gap in its lineup for an adventure-ready SUV, Chevrolet spent the next two years designing a viable contender. The Blazer made its official debut in 1969 and made a lasting impression with its spacious cabin and four-wheel drive. What the Bronco lacked in size, the Blazer more than made up for, and drivers responded in kind.
The Blazer’s popularity flourished over the next several decades and inspired Chevy to expand the lineup to include models like the Tahoe, the compact S-10 Blazer, and the TrailBlazer, the latter of which eventually replaced the Blazer. Fortunately, that wasn’t the end of the line for the Blazer as Chevy fans learned the value of patience. That patience finally paid off in 2019 when Chevy reintroduced the icon as a midsize crossover.
Taking inspiration from the iconic Camaro with its muscle-car design, the Blazer blends capability and luxury with ease. It’s a crossover that deserves a category of its own because it looks far more expensive than its starting MSRP. Laden with luxury, convenience, and innovative technology, there’s no question the Blazer is the most popular “comeback kid” in the Chevy fleet.
MSRP:$33,400[a]
Horsepower (hp):228–308
Cargo Capacity (cu.ft.):64.2
Max Towing Capacity (lbs):4,500
Value
Several High-Value Options
The 2022 Chevy Blazer offers a remarkable value whether you’re shopping for the entry-level 2LT or the luxurious Premier. The 2LT starts the lineup and comes equipped with Chevrolet’s 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that offers a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds, extending the Blazer’s versatility. Whether you’re towing a heavy load or navigating city traffic, you can do so with confidence, thanks to the Chevy Safety Assist suite. The standard suite of safety tools includes:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- IntelliBeam automatic headlamps
- Following Distance Indicator
- Forward Collision Alert
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
The 3LT builds on the 2LT and gives you the option to upgrade the 2.0-liter engine to the 3.6-liter V6, which boosts the Blazer’s towing capacity to 4,500 pounds. The trim also includes a power programmable liftgate and an available rear camera mirror that extends your visibility behind the SUV at all times. The Blazer RS is entirely focused on performance with its 3.6-liter V6 engine and available Advanced Twin-Clutch AWD system. It’s also instantly recognizable with its exclusive black exterior accents and badging, Jet Black leather seats with red accents, and 20 or 21-inch wheels.
Affordable Luxury and Customization
If you’re looking for luxury, you’ll certainly find it in the Blazer Premier. The Blazer’s top-tier trim is truly unique from every angle with its exclusive chrome-trimmed horizontal grille and its silver-painted roof rails. Inside, the Premier features leather seating in Jet Black and Maple Sugar along with a host of technology and convenience features like heated seats and a heated steering wheel that make your time on the road more enjoyable than ever before.
For those looking for a Blazer that immediately distinguishes itself on the road, Chevy fills that need with the Midnight, Sport, and Redline Editions. Available on the 2LT and 3LT trims, the Midnight Edition and Sport Edition exchange the traditional grille for a gloss black design and add black bowtie emblems, black mirrors, and black center caps. The Redline Edition adds street-style design to the Blazer with black Blazer badging with a red outline as well as black design details from the grille and header bar to the door handles, decals, mirror caps, and window surround.
Power and Performance
Efficient Power
There’s no shortage of power or capability on the 2022 Blazer, thanks to two exceptional powertrain choices, both of which are mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. The Blazer 2LT, 3LT, and Premier come standard with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque for quick acceleration and smooth handling. This power doesn’t sacrifice efficiency, with the engine averaging 22 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway on FWD models. AWD models see a slight decrease on the highway at 27 MPG.
The Blazer RS has a keen eye on performance, and that’s why you’ll find the 3.6-liter V6 engine under its hood. Also available on the 3LT and Premier, the V6 churns out 308 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque to boost the Blazer’s speed, agility, and towing capability. This doesn’t come at the cost of efficiency, with FWD models averaging 20 MPG in the city. On the highway, FWD models average 27 mpg.
Ready for All Terrain
Beyond the Blazer’s two powertrains and AWD or FWD options, Chevy gives you the ability to tailor how the SUV performs in various conditions via the Drive Mode Selector. Depending on trim and drivetrain, the selector gives you options like Tour that switches the Blazer into FWD to maximize efficiency. The available AWD selection extends the Blazer’s capability on various terrain like wet and slippery roads while Tow/Haul maximizes the Blazer’s pulling power to distribute the force and balance needed to tow a heavy load.
The Blazer’s Drive Mode Selector gets even more entertaining with modes like Sport and Off-Road. Sport mode pushes trims like the Blazer RS to its limits by giving the SUV a boost in performance, acceleration, and throttle responsiveness to deliver an exciting experience behind the wheel. Off-Road mode answers the Blazer’s call for adventure on rough terrain by tailoring the throttle and various chassis control systems to navigate the trail ahead. This means the Blazer is truly ready for any and every adventure, whether you’re cruising at highway speeds, blazing a new trail, or running errands in town.
Technology
Standard Infotainment 3
With its design reflecting a modern take on the classic Camaro, you can expect the 2022 Blazer is replete with a suite of modern technology fit for a crossover of this decade. This technology extends from the Blazer’s 8-inch touchscreen display that’s home to the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System to a host of connectivity, safety, and driver-assist tools. These cutting-edge features actively work to keep you connected, informed, and safe wherever your next adventure leads.
The heart of the Blazer’s connectivity features rests in the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System that’s home to smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Housed on an 8-inch color touchscreen display, the system also offers navigation that can map the most efficient route to your destination. The built-in Wi-Fi hotspot makes the Blazer a traveling office or entertainment venue that can support several devices within a 50-foot radius of the SUV. Of course, what truly sets the Blazer apart is that it comes with a virtual assistant via Amazon Alexa that allows you to use simple voice commands to make calls, schedule appointments, respond to text messages, add items to your shopping list, control your smart home devices, and so much more.
Standard Chevy Safety Assist
With the Blazer’s center touchscreen display keeping you connected to your busy life, you can rest easy knowing that Chevy’s extensive suite of safety and driver-assist tools work behind the scenes to keep you safe. Every Blazer comes standard with a Rear Vision Camera that can be upgraded to the stunning, 360-degree HD Surround Vision. Along with this, every Blazer in the lineup comes with the Chevy Safety Assist suite that features intuitive tools that actively extend your view around the SUV and minimize the potential for collision.
The Chevy Safety Assist suite includes Automatic Emergency Braking that works with features like Forward Collision Alert. As Forward Collision Alert keeps an eye on the traffic ahead, Automatic Emergency Braking can engage the brakes and bring the Blazer to an emergency stop to minimize the potential for a collision or the severity of an impact. Front Pedestrian Braking works similarly but watches for pedestrians rather than vehicles.
The Blazer’s Following Distance Indicator minimizes the risk of following too closely, and the IntelliBeam automatic high beams optimize your view without blinding oncoming traffic with your bright lights. Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning makes changing lanes safer and easier by keeping an eye on your blind spots and notifying you of potential obstacles in your path. Other standard and available tools include:
- Teen Driver Technology
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Rear Park Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control
Meet the Dealer of the Year: North Park Chevrolet
The 2022 Blazer proves that legends live on, and that’s one of the many reasons why we’re proud to be your premier Chevrolet dealer here at North Park Chevrolet. We know that you have many options when it comes to choosing a dealership. So, why choose us?
We’re among the highest-rated Chevrolet dealers in San Antonio and one of the most awarded thanks to honors like our 2019 JD Power Dealer of Excellence Award and our 2020 CarGurus Top Rated Dealer Award. These awards reflect our commitment to delivering a unique customer experience that puts the excitement back into the car-buying and car-owning process.
To do this, we guarantee a hassle-free environment and a family-friendly atmosphere where our focus is entirely on you. We know that many customers come to us dreading the car-buying process because of terrible past experiences, but we’re here to change that with transparency, honesty, and integrity. Our transparent prices are competitive, which means you know exactly what you’re paying for and that you’re getting the best deal in town. This makes it easier to say “yes” to the Chevy of your dreams and to North Park Chevrolet.
[a]MSRP subject to change. Please see dealer for details.
