2021 BLAZER RS AWD
REVIEW
The 2021 BLAZER is Chevy’s sporty mid-size SUV. Our test drive unit had 8-way power adjustable drivers’ seat including lumbar support and 6-way adjustable front passenger seat, both with heating and seating is provided for 5 passengers. Power windows with express up/down for the driver and express down for the front and rear passenger. The steering wheel is leather wrapped and heated. Other interior amenities include active noise cancelation, dual-zone air conditioning, automatic climate control, 120v power outlet and universal home remote.
Power is provided by a 308-HP 3.6L V6, SIDI, DOHC engine couple to a 9-spd automatic transmission with advanced all-wheel drive. The advanced all wheel drive transmits the power to front rear wheels as needed for optimum traction. Fuel economy is 21MPG average with 19 city and 26 high-way. It includes an engine start-stop system with override and engine air filtration monitor. A rear seat reminder will also let you know if there is something on the rear seat when you turn the ignition off.
In the cab you will find Chevrolet infotainment 3 plus with navigation, 8” diagonal color touchscreen with additional features for compatible phones that include: Bluetooth audio streaming, voice command passthrough to phone, ANDROID AUTO and APPLE CARPLAY capable, front A & C USB ports and auxiliary input. The Blazer also has keyless entry and keyless start. ONSTAR service is also available along with 4G LTE Wi-Fi.
Looking at the exterior you will find 20” dark android machined-face aluminum wheels, side rails, deep tinted glass. The outside mirrors are heated, power adjustable with manual folding. The front carries LED fog lamps, daytime running lamps with signature LED.
Safety features include automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, forward collision alert, INTELLIBEAM auto high beam, following distance indicator, tire fill alert, tire pressure monitor system and rear vision camera.
The test vehicle also had additional options ($1660) such as heated rear outboard positions, memory settings, steering column power tilt and telescopic, Bose premium 8 speaker audio, adaptive cruise control package, leather wrapped shift knob.
I enjoyed driving the 2021 Chevy Blazer RS AWD. Take a drive down to your local Chevy dealer and test drive one today. The price tag for our model was $48,875.00(total MSRP).