2021 Chevrolet Blazer

The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is a midsize SUV that comes in six trim levels. These are L, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, RS, and Premier. The base L trim comes with automatic high-intensity discharge headlights, a signature front grille, 18-inch wheels, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, and LED daytime running lights and taillights. The 1LT trim adds deep-tinted glass, while the 2LT boasts heated side mirrors. Choose the 3LT and your Blazer will come with a power-operated and height-programmable liftgate, auto-dimming side mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators, and black roof rails. The RS is the trim level for outdoorsy and sporty buyers, featuring a specialized black grille with complementary exterior trim, a unique set of 20-inch black-painted wheels, and a hands-free liftgate. At the top of the list is the Premier, which has its own set of 20-inch wheels and chrome and silver exterior accents.

You have your choice of three engine options beneath the hood of your 2021 Blazer. The first is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 193 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque. Next, is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder unit rated at 227 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The third and most powerful engine is a 3.6-liter V-6, which pumps out 308 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. All engines pair with a nine-speed automatic transmission.

Two of the key performance elements in which the 2021 Blazer shines are handling and acceleration. The V-6 is the speediest of the bunch, going from zero to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds in speed testing. The crisp handling makes it feel like you're driving a smaller vehicle, while the driver and passengers will appreciate the minimal body roll and comfortable cabin.

The cabin of the base L trim level comes with cloth upholstery, seating for five, dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-speaker sound system with an 8-inch touch screen and Chevy's infotainment 3 Plus system, four USB ports, and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. With the 1LT and 2LT trims, you get satellite radio and a power-adjustable driver's seat. With the 3LT, standard equipment includes leather upholstery, heated and power-adjustable front seats, and a few safety enhancements. Opt for the RS and your Blazer will include an upgraded touch screen, navigation, a heated steering wheel, and a 120-volt power outlet. The top Premier trim boasts a premium Bose eight-speaker sound system, a unique cargo management system, ventilated front seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and heated outboard rear seats.

Across the board, every 2021 Chevrolet Blazer comes with anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control, a rearview camera, seven air bags throughout the two rows of seating, OnStar emergency telematics, and Teen Driver settings. The 2LT adds forward collision warning with automatic braking and lane departure warning with lane-keep assist, while the 3LT tacks on blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The top two trims are available with a package that bundles a surround-view camera system, a rear camera mirror, a rear-seat reminder, enhanced automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control.