Chevrolet Trailblazer Premier Shows A Softer Side For The SUV
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Alongside the Chevrolet Colorado Xtreme concept, Chevy also debuted the Trailblazer Premier, a virtually production-ready variant of the SUV at the Bangkok International Auto Show.
Much like the Colorado Xtreme, the show vehicle expresses a very strong hint towards future design, and most likely represents the upcoming refresh for the Chevrolet Trailblazer and Holden Colorado 7. For the show vehicle, though, Chevrolet says sophistication and luxury were forefront with the Trailblazer Premier.
“The brief was simple,” GM International Vice President of Design Michael Simcoe explained. “We wanted to dial up the refinement to make sure the vehicle would be as luxurious as it would be capable. Like every Chevrolet, the vehicle has head-turning good looks with striking Chevy DNA and global appeal.”
He added, “Unlike the Colorado Xtreme, which is bold and tough, the Trailblazer Premier is subtle and softer in terms of color and materials. This is emphasized through the use of bright chrome and premium materials such as Australian timber that was hand-picked and crafted.”
Chevrolet also used the Trailblazer Premier to debut a few more luxurious trim techniques, which include bespoke piping on seat trims and handmade netting on the back of the driver and front passenger seats. Outside, the Trailblazer Premier makes a statement with an eye-catching Velocity Silvery Blue exterior hue, paired with bright chrome accents.
The softer face looks much more modern, and even akin to a U.S. product. We can only hope the SUV reaches out shores in some fashion, some day. Until then, the rest of the world will get to enjoy a true midsize sport utility vehicle.
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Looks like an FCA product. Would be a great Opel setting as the European brand now borrows from Buick and Chevy.
This looks hedious! The design is so far off the verbage by GM in the article it’s not even funny.
And you are a bullshit!
This would be a nice addition to Chevy’s SUV line-up here in the States . It also gives us a hint at what the Traverse and Nox ‘s face will look like .
The wheels on the TrailBlazer look like wagon wheels from the old west lol.
This would be a great midsize SUV for the US since the traverse is expected to stay larger and it would differentiate itself from GMC’s midsized offering. I would buy it.
If they can clean up the exterior styling for the NA market, GM should offer this here. Built on the same platform as the Canyon /Colorado, it should be capable of three row seating and be attractive to all those who can’t afford a full size Tahoe/Yukon but still need 4×4 and a body on frame to go off road and tow a respectable load.
I really wish they’d bring this to the states. The Trailblazer can go head to head with the Grand Cherokee. We don’t need another FWD Mommy-mobile with fake AWD. Matter of fact, give us a GMC variant also to up the refinement.
This would sell very well here. Just clean up a bit of the styling cues and you would have a Grand Cherokee fighter.
This is why the Acadia is getting smaller.
We will see this platform with it’s own styling for NA with options expected here. That will be the Grand Cherokee fighter.
I would take the styling here with little worry as like the Colorado it would be changed before it comes here.
PLEASE bring this truck to the states, GM!! Why do you continue to tease us and make us beg for this kind of vehicle, that you took away from us in 2009? Enough of the crossovers!!
You guys are right, this is a Grand Cherokee fighter for sure. The GC (and Durango) are the only “sized right” SUV’s that can tow 6200#, and the reason I left GM after about loyal 10 vehicles in a row. A full size truck was to big for my everyday driving, but the GC feels just right and tows my 26 travel trailer just as well with the V6 and 8 speed. I was nervous about the change, but have never regretted it.
My lease is up soon, I would consider going back to GM for the Trailblazer, but I’m sure at the rate thing go, even if they do decide to give me another choice, the earliest they’ll probably make it available would be after my next 3 yr lease, hope my GM card credits hang on that long….
With so many embarrassed moms buying CUVs with FWD minivan-like layouts and CAFE encouraging automakers to prioritize fuel efficiency with even the most minimal gains, the more capable RWD/4×4 (BOF and unibody) SUVs are being pushed to the brink of extinction. Unfortunately, this alienates buyers like you who are looking to use a SUV for… its intended purpose.
The styling is definitely not typical U.S. fare. I like it. I think GM might have hit on their next batch of special editions. Would you like the “Shoreline” ….or maybe our “Bangkok” or “Brisbane” premier trim?
This Is a Beautiful and Well Thought Out for Empty Nesters, Singles and even Young Families ? We Love It just the way it is…So, as a Chevy lovin’ Couple, How Soon and How Much do We Need, ’cause We Want One!! This will look great, in our garage, next to our deep ocean blue, 2015 Chevy Silverado LTZ 4×4 Crew Cab.