2025 Chevy Blazer EV: Super Cruise into a Tech-Forward & Stylish Future

The editorial staff on duty at Autoblog has been busy cranking out features educating drivers about “what’s hot and what’s not” now for decades! We have enjoyed referring to them here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse when it comes to all types of models, and the new Chevy Blazer EV was on their list this past week for review. When it first arrived on their testing lot, its bold styling immediately caught their eye, as well as the optimal size for the American market.

Their first glance at the interior led them to claim that this was the best interior Chevy had ever put on four wheels in terms of design and quality. The touchscreen has a very futuristic and functional presence, which is another trait that drivers have eagerly had their eyes on new releases for. Fundamentally the Blazer is the same car it was for its first full year on the market, with just a few package tweaks and updated style options from GM. After just two miles behind the wheel, this crew remarked that this SUV MUST be considered by anyone in the market at its price range.

Its overall design, in-car tech, and passenger space along a driving range topping out above 300 miles have rendered the Blazer a very worthy option within its segment. The Blazer EV is now in its second model year, which has given it some content availability changes. The RS eAWD can now be equipped with a sunroof, and the 2RS enjoys Bose premium audio as standard. Contrast black and white roof options are now available, while the RS and LT both now offer an exclusive white paint option.

The Midnight/Sport Edition smartly envelopes the roof rails, wheels, and badging in darkness, along with dark chrome air vents and black cloth upholstery. The Blazer’s interior received extra praise for not adopting the “stripped-down” appearance that other EVs have. The build quality and materials used are excellent, the switchgear is top-notch, and the large screens are not the hastily bolted-on variety. The RS cabin was billed here as having an even better appearance than the related and quite pricey Acura ZDX!

The Android-based infotainment system was very simple to figure out, with very user-friendly menu shortcuts directly on top of the 17.7-inch touchscreen. These are also just a short reach from the steering wheel, and a very seamless and reliable navigation service is provided by Google Maps. Your final search results can now show up in the layout options configurable 11-inch instrument panel, along with the inclusions of the full Google Built-in suite. The Blazer EV is about the same length as the gas-powered model, which offers an excellent amount of backseat legroom for taller passengers.

Optional on the LT and standard on the RS trims is an added 90-horsepower induction motor on the rear axle, good for a combined 288 horsepower and 333 lb-ft of torque. This resulting AWD system offers a significant performance increase, stepping in to aid traction during acceleration. The RS is available with rear-wheel drive courtesy of a different 250-kW motor which powers the rear axle and cranks out 340 horsepower along with 325 lb-ft of torque.

There is also a massive sense of excitement coming with the SS model, which will crank out 557 horsepower and 648 lb-ft of torque. This will be accomplished by pairing the RS’s rear motor with a brand-new “secret weapon” for a more powerful front motor. Every Blazer EV now includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist and lane-departure warning, automatic high beams, and GM’s ingenious Safety Alert Seat.

2023 Chevy Lineup to Provide Offerings for Every Appetite with Coming Z06, Colorado, and Blazer EV

The Car and Driver staff were hard at work delivering their always insightful and informative news features last week when the coming-soon Chevy lineup passed over their desktops once again, and they were thrilled enough to tell the public about the new and improved models on the way. A few of the exciting offerings in the works were the 670-horsepower Z06, a completely redesigned Colorado pickup, and an electric Blazer SUV. 

The 2023 Corvette Z06 will make a return to its naturally aspirated roots with a hefty 670-horsepower 5.5-liter V8 that uses a flat-plane crankshaft and excitedly revs up to 8600 rpm. The official claim after testing is that it will pull 1.22 g’s on the skidpad, and all of us here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse look forward to confirming that thoroughly up close and in person! 

Not only is it quite a bit wider than the regular Corvette Stingray, it also will sport larger air intakes and a very original-looking rear wing. This Z06 exists as a very hard-edged and more track-ready version of the Standard Vette, with bolder styling cues and quite a bit of extra performance juice to boot. The Z07 Performance Package adds a tuned suspension, superbly stopping Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, and high-performance Michelin Pilot Cup 2R ZP tires. 

The Blazer EV will pack as much as 557 horsepower and 648 lb-ft of torque in the SS trim, with options for front-drive, rear-drive, and all-wheel drive. The entry-level 1LT model is said to deliver around 247 miles per charge, while the 2LT and SS trims are on track to boast 293 and 290 miles respectively. It will be capable of fast DC charging at up to 190 kW and add a very useful 78 miles of range in just 10 minutes. All models come with an extra-large 17.7-inch infotainment display that’s canted slightly toward the driver and a secondary 11.0-inch display with gauges and other vital driving info.

The Redesigned Chevy Colorado offers a completely modernized interior along with a powertrain that has undergone massive improvement, with the 2.7-liter 4-cylinder as the entry-level engine. The four-cylinders range from 237 to 310 horsepower, and the Trail Boss model effectively splits the difference between the Z71 and ZR2 off-road editions. The ZR2 mounts large MultiMatic DSSV dampers up front, with the rear DSSV’s mounted on the outside of the frame. The WT and LT trucks boast an open rear differential, while the Trail Boss and Z71 pickups boast the limited-slip unit. 

The Suburban and Tahoe will now both have the hands-free Super Cruise and a black grille with “Chevrolet” lettering. We are all more excited than ever to take in the 2024 Chevy Silverado EV, which evokes a classic vibe along with a large battery pack which is said to provide up to 400 miles of range per charge, along with DC fast-charging tech that can provide you 100 miles of range in just 10 minutes. The Trail Boss and RST trims are excellent ways to aim very high and get the most out of this solid EV model coming soon, and we are all standing by here at the Powerhouse to assist you in the process of selection and financing. We can’t wait to see you enjoy the exhilarating fun of driving your preferred choice off the lot and to its brand-new welcoming (with a day planner fully loaded for the fall!) home.