2021 Chevrolet TrailBlazer RS
Chevrolet TrailBlazer Details
L3, 1.3L; VVT; Turbo
Scarlet Red Metallic
FWD
Gasoline
94,598 Miles
Jet Black/Red Accent
4P169
KL79MTSL8MB013574
RS
Features & Options
- Wireless Android Auto Smartphone Integration
- Wireless Apple CarPlay Smartphone Integration
- USB Front Power Outlet(s)
- Front Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking
- Pedestrian Detection Pre-collision Warning System
- MyChevrolet With Connected Access Smart Device App Compatibility
- AGM Battery
- 3.5 In. Instrument Cluster Screen Size
- 7 In. Infotainment Screen Size
- Chevrolet Infotainment System Infotainment
- Check Rear Seat Reminder
- Height Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Leatherette Upholstery Accents
- Lane Keeping Assist
- LED Front Fog Lights
- Visual Warning Pre-collision Warning System
- Audible Warning Pre-collision Warning System
- Maintenance Status Smart Device App Function
- Roadside Assistance Driver Assistance App
- Google Search Connected In-car Apps
- Google POIs Connected In-car Apps
- Contrast Stitching Upholstery Accents
- Hotspot Wi-Fi
- Voice Operated Electronic Messaging Assistance
- With Read Function Electronic Messaging Assistance
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Auto Start/stop
- Active Grille Shutters
- Touch Screen Display Radio
- Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
- Drive Mode Selector
- In Dash Rearview Monitor
- Low Battery Warnings And Reminders
- Trunk Release Multi-function Remote
- Rear Crumple Zones
- Front Crumple Zones
- Chrome Shift Knob Trim
- Programmable Safety Key
- Front Emergency Locking Retractors
- IPod/iPhone Auxiliary Audio Input
- Trip Odometer
- Auto On/off Headlights
- 3-point Front Seatbelts
- 3-point Rear Seatbelts
- Auto Delay Off Headlights
- Voice Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Rear Cupholders
- Lane Deviation Sensors
- Wiper Activated Headlights
- Proximity Entry System Multi-function Remote
- Door Pockets Storage
- Approach Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
- Front Seatback Storage
- Multi-function Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Phone Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Cruise Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Range Fuel Economy Display
- MPG Fuel Economy Display
- USB Auxiliary Audio Input
- Jack Auxiliary Audio Input
- Black Roof Rails
- Fuel Cut-off Impact Sensor
- 4-pin Trailer Wiring
- Front Console With Armrest And Storage Center Console
- Maintenance-free Battery
- Black Fender Lip Moldings
- Black Body Side Moldings
- Body-color Rear Bumper Color
- Auto-locking Power Door Locks
- Remote Engine Start
- Reclining Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- With Washer Rear Wiper
- Black Grille Color
- Air Filtration
- Carpet Floor Material
- Rear Assist Handle
- Reclining Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
- Heated Side Mirrors
- Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Front Floor Mats
- Manual Folding Side Mirror Adjustments
- Gas Front Shock Type
- Gas Rear Shock Type
- Adjustable Front Headrests
- 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
- Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
- Front Seatbelt Warning Sensor
- Power Side Mirror Adjustments
- Push-button Start
- Roll Stability Control
- Body-color Rear Spoiler Color
- Roofline Rear Spoiler
- Flat Rear Seat Folding
- Multi-function Display
- Rear Floor Mats
- Battery Saver
- Solar-tinted Glass
- Rearview Camera System
- Auto Off Electronic Parking Brake
- External Temperature Display
- Speed Sensitive Volume Control
- LED Taillights
- Rear Center With Cupholders Armrests
- Power Brakes
- Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
- Low Oil Level Warnings And Reminders
- Digital Odometer
- Rear Folding Armrests
- Body-color Door Handle Color
- Dual Vanity Mirrors
- Hill Holder Control
- Manual Day/night Rearview Mirror
- Front Air Conditioning
- Door Unlock Impact Sensor
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Dual Tip Exhaust
- Low Fuel Level Warnings And Reminders
- Adjustable Rear Headrests
- Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Front Overhead Console
- Body-color Front Bumper Color
- Lockout Button Power Windows
- Safety Reverse Power Windows
- Radio Data System
- Black Mirror Color
- 4-wheel ABS
- Compass
- Maintenance Due Warnings And Reminders
- Panic Alarm Multi-function Remote
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Vehicle Immobilizer Anti-theft System
- LATCH System Child Seat Anchors
- Child Safety Door Locks
- Anti-lockout Power Door Locks
- Folds Flat Passenger Seat Folding
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
- Power Steering
- Cruise Control
- Cargo Area Light
- Alarm Anti-theft System
- Tachometer Gauge
- Rear Window Defogger
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Front Side Curtain Airbags
- Braking Assist
- Dual Front Airbags
- 40-60 Split Bench Rear Seat Type
- Black Window Trim
- Black Rocker Panel Color
- Front Assist Handle
- Clock
- AM/FM Radio
- Leather Steering Wheel Trim
- Cloth Upholstery
- Lower Control Arms Front Suspension Type
- 6 Total Speakers
- Ventilated Disc Front Brake Type
- Bucket Front Seat Type
- Front Reading Lights
- Liftgate Rear Trunk/liftgate
- Steel Spare Wheel Type
- Second Row Rear Vents
- Inside Spare Tire Mount Location
- 2 Front Headrests
- Split Rear Seat Folding
- Fixed Liftgate Window
- Voice Operated Hands-free Phone Call Integration
- Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
- Bluetooth Wireless Data Link
- 4 Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments
- Coil Front Spring Type
- 4 One-touch Windows
- 2 Rear Headrests
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Rear Stabilizer Bar
- OnStar Satellite Communications
- Front Stabilizer Bar
- Leather Shift Knob Trim
- 8 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Coil Rear Spring Type
- Single Front Air Conditioning Zones
- Heated Driver Seat
- Dual Front Knee Airbags
- Mast Antenna Type
- Rear Side Airbags
- Halogen Headlights
- Rear Side Curtain Airbags
- Post-collision Safety System Impact Sensor
- Heated Passenger Seat
- Intermittent Rear Wiper
- Torsion Beam Rear Suspension Type
- Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Front Side Airbags
- MacPherson Front Struts
- Semi-independent Rear Suspension Classification
- Carpet Floor Mat Material
- Front Cupholders
- Auto High Beam Dimmer Headlights
- Independent Front Suspension Classification
- Disc Rear Brake Type
- Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
- Temporary Spare Tire Size
- Federal Emissions Requirements
- Driver Confidence Package
- Convenience Package
- Technology Package
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2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer RS Review
Both the Blazer and Trailblazer are back at Chevy but forget those vehicles from the past; these are entirely different SUVs now, starting with the brand’s most affordable, the all-new 2021 Trailblazer.A base, front-wheel drive Trailblazer L available only in white with 16” steel wheels comes in at $19,995 including freight, making it even less expensive than the most entry-level Trax. It’s powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged engine and continuously variable transmission. And then at the opposite end of the spectrum you have this one; the all-wheel drive Trailblazer RS with nearly every option, priced at $30,580. In this configuration the Trailblazer receives a 1.3-liter turbo and a 9-speed automatic. Describing these motors as having only 3 cylinders is apparently taboo at Chevy because you won’t find any mention of it on either their retail or media site. Assembled in Korea just like its Buick counterpart the Encore GX, the Trailblazer is actually sized larger than the more expensive Trax slotting between it and the Equinox in Chevy’s 7-model SUV lineup.
The answer is Oasis Blue. This is the color that’s had everyone talking this week. It’s one of 6 that is available and it’s by far the most, attention grabbing? And if you like it, good news; it’s not even an upcharge paint choice.
It’s small but not prohibitively so, flaunts the brand’s new sporty crossover styling and can be equipped with enough bells and whistles to make it feel more substantive than its price would indicate. This RS has almost all of my must-have features: remote start, keyless everything, heated seats, adaptive cruise, auto high beams, wireless charging with wireless phone connections, very solid infotainment, a name brand sound system, mixed USB ports front and rear, and side blind zone alert. It’s a step-above cabin that nicely compliments the RS’s youthful design. No on-board navigation if that’s important to you but there is the new SiriusXM 360L and other cool imbedded apps per GM’s usual electronics excellence.
The Trailblazer’s cabin excels at not feeling entry-level with imaginative shapes and red accents. And with the optional Tech, Convenience and Driver Confidence Packages it truly feels well-stocked and premium.
As the driver, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the pick-up; 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque keep it from feeling at all sluggish and its drive is largely inoffensive especially for its intended audience. The ride is a tad unforgiving, the lack of an independent rear suspension doesn’t help, the steering is overly assisted…stuff that may bother some of us but will mostly go overlooked in the small SUV segment. A sport setting gives the smooth 9-speed a little kick in the pants and the all-wheel drive system is selectable in order to save gas but there’s no torque-vectoring for improved performance like its key rival.
I like the Trailblazer. It looks cool, comes stocked with premium features including wireless CarPlay and Android Auto and possesses a peppy engine that punches above its weight. With all-wheel drive and top tier safety and electronics, this one checks in at a friendly $30,500. In a vacuum that sounds like a deal…but then you remember that the Kia Seltos exists and all of a sudden, the TrailBlazer loses some luster.
And that’s the problem. If you care about the drive, the Seltos has significant advantages in all key areas not to mention the fact that it has more comfortable rear seating and more cargo room for a cheaper price in an apples-to-apples comparison. The Trailblazer doesn’t have reclining rear seats so they can feel a little tight for adults. Transporting stuff is easy though because you can reach the rear seat levers from the back and there’s a dual-stage cargo floor.
If you’re feeling more adventurous, the Trailblazer uses its 8” of ground clearance and faux front skidplate in a more rugged looking package called the ACTIV trim which also bundles more aggressive tires and an off-road tuned suspension…same price as this RS.
The Trailblazer will be a strong performer for Chevy but those who do their homework might find a better match.








