Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Large SUV
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
The SUV market started to be bigger and bigger in the 2000s when Chevrolet launched the Trailblazer. It was a large SUV to fit the needs of those who had a Blazer before and wished for more.
The Trailblazer was a body-on-frame construction with a newly developed GMT360 chassis underneath. The vehicle had to be comfortable, but still able to tackle serious off-road tracks. It was built with a short or long wheelbase, with seating for up to seven passengers.
The front featured some similarities with the smaller Chevrolet Blazer that was launched in 1998. It featured a chromed bar in the front that went across the grille and divided the headlights from the turn-signals. It was available in three trim levels: LS, LT, and LTZ. In 2006, the SS version was introduced with a more powerful engine and a permanent all-wheel-drive system.
Inside, depending on the trim level, the Trailblazer featured CD-player and a premium sound system signed by Bose for the LTZ. The leather heated seats were part of the same package as well.
The Trailblazer was fitted with front independent suspension and a five-link axle in the rear. It was fitted with a locking differential for the entire range, apart from the SS version. It was fitted with two engine choices: a 4.2-liter inline-six and a 5.3-liter V8. The latter was upgraded in 2005. The 400 hp 6.0-liter V8 engine from the SS was introduced in 2006. All versions were mated to a standard 4-speed automatic.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L 4AT (279 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 4195 cm3 |
Power: | 205 KW @ 6000 RPM 279 HP @ 6000 RPM 275 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 275 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 373 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.8 gallons (71.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/70R 16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.5 in (4890 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/62.2 in (1,595/1,580 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113 in (2870 mm) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4418.8 lbs (2004 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5550 lbs (2517 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L 4AT (295 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 4157 cm3 |
Power: | 217 KW @ 6000 RPM 295 HP @ 6000 RPM 291 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 277 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 375 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.8 gallons (71.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/60R17 106H |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.5 in (4890 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/62.2 in (1,595/1,580 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113 in (2870 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 43.3 cuFT (1226 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4718 lbs (2140 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 6098 lbs (2766 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L 4AT AWD (279 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 4195 cm3 |
Power: | 205 KW @ 6000 RPM 279 HP @ 6000 RPM 275 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 275 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 373 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 18.8 gallons (71.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 119 mph (192 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/70R 16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 192.5 in (4890 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.8/62.2 in (1,595/1,580 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113 in (2870 mm) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4628 lbs (2099 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5750 lbs (2608 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16 mpg US (14.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |