Consumer Reports just gave the 2022 Chevy Blazer a recommended rating, finishing with a test score of 83 out of 100, including a predicted reliability rating of four out of five. With safety as your main concern, you’ll also be happy to see that forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking are both now standard equipment.
Brandishing 27 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg overall, the Blazer earned extra praise for its powertrain and drivetrain. This is also a very quiet ride, with sound cancelling controls making the top of the Consumer Reports list as well. The Blazer saw its resurrection as a nameplate during 2019, exciting many who remembered its go-anywhere spirit and unique flair.
The 2022 Chevy Blazer now rides on the GM C1 platform. This year’s model features the Enhanced Convenience Package available for the Premier trim and the available trailering package with base engine. The Blazer has two rows of seating and is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a great-looking and tech-savvy SUV.
Acceleration and passing power with the base turbo engine are more than adequate, and it pairs ideally with the Blazer’s ultra-sharp handling and on-point braking. The 308-horsepower V6 is where the thrill-seekers will want to go, and where the sheer enjoyment in the daily drive will shine through. Situated just in between the Equinox and the Traverse, many growing families will love how the Blazer has a bit more room than a compact crossover, but is not quite as large as three-row SUVs. The standard 8-inch infotainment system hits all the right notes and is remarkably intuitive.
Standard features for the base LT model include this 8-inch infotainment screen, Amazon Alexa, and a Wi-Fi hotspot, dual-zone climate control, an HD backup camera, and the Chevy Assist Package. This includes the very useful additions of automatic emergency braking with front pedestrian braking, lane-keeping assist with lane-departure warning, a following-distance indicator, forward-collision alert, and automatic high-beams.
