The 2022 Chevy Blazer represents the fourth model year of the reborn utility vehicle, and sees a broad range of updates and changes to the Camaro-inspired crossover SUV.
Model Line
From a model line standpoint, the Blazer sees a trim level reorganization, deleting the base-level L trim and second-tier 1LT trim from the lineup. As such, the 2022 Blazer model line consist of the following trifecta:
- LT (2LT, 3LT)
- RS (1RS)
- Premier (0HD)
Model Year | L | 1LT | 2LT | 3LT | RS | Premier |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2019 | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
2020 | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
2021 | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
2022 | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Exterior
On the outside, the 2022 Chevy Blazer sees the deletion of two exterior color options as well as the addition of two new hues:
New Exterior Colors:
- Nitro Yellow Metallic
- Blue Glow Metallic
Deleted Exterior Colors:
- Bright Blue Metallic
- Midnight Metallic
In addition, a black two-tone roof option has been added for select colors on LT and RS models.
There’s also a revision to exterior color availability. For instance, Cayenne Orange Metallic is now exclusive to LT models.
Color | Cost | New / Carry Over | Color Code | Touch-Up Paint Number | Interior: Jet Black | Interior: Dark Galvanized with Light Galvanized | Interior: Jet Black with Maple Sugar |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat1 | $995 | Carry Over | G1W | WA-140X | A | A | A |
Red Hot2 | Included | Carry Over | G7C | WA-130X | A | N/A | N/A |
Silver Ice Metallic | Included | Carry over | GAN | WA-636R | A | A | A |
Summit White3 | Included | Carry Over | GAZ | WA-8624 | A | N/A | N/A |
Black | Included | Carry Over | GB8 | WA-384A | A | A | A |
Nitro Yellow Metallic4 | $395 | New | GCP | WA-628G | A | N/A | N/A |
Pewter Metallic5 | Included | Carry Over | GFR | WA-316E | A | N/A | A |
Blue Glow Metallic6 | Included | New | GHT | WA-611G | A | A | A |
Iron Gray Metallic6 | Included | Carry Over | GIV | WA-333E | A | A | A |
Cayenne Orange Metallic7 | $395 | Carry Over | GLL | WA-324E | A | N/A | N/A |
Cherry Red Tintcoat8 | $495 | Carry Over | GSK | WA-252F | A | A | A |
Legend:
- 1 – Extra cost. RS requires (41T) Black two-tone roof.
- 2 – Not available on Premier.
- 3 – Available only on LT.
- 4 – Extra cost. Available only on RS and requires (41T) Black two-tone roof.
- 5 – Available only on Premier.
- 6 – Not available on RS.
- 7 – Extra cost. Available only on LT.
- 8 – Extra cost.
- A – Available.
- N/A – Not available.
Wheel availability has also been revised, with the deletion of two wheel sets and the introduction of three new wheel options.
New Wheels:
- 20-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels (QH4)
- 20-inch Medium Android machined-face aluminum wheels (SUU)
- 20-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels (S1S) (LPO-level item)
Deleted Wheels:
- 20-inch Medium Android machined face aluminum wheels (Q9Z)
- Standard on Premier models
- 20-inch Gloss Black aluminum wheels (S2D)
- LPO-level item available on LT and Premier models
Black lug nuts are now available for the Blazer, and are available on all models. New optional lug nuts are also available, and are offered on all models except for the RS trim level. Notably, all optional lug nuts, including wheel lock kits, are dealer-installed (LPO-level items). Another minor change is to the RPO code for black front and rear bowties, with B94 replacing SFZ.
There’s also a host of changes specific to the Blazer Premier model, including revisions to the treatment of the front and rear lower fascias, wheel moldings, rockers, and wheels.
Interior
On the inside, the 2022 Chevy Blazer sees the deletion of the floor rail system in the trunk/cargo area. The midsize crossover also loses the following LPO-level (dealer-installed) options:
- Cargo flex divider
- Premium carpeted floor mats
- Embroidered front row headrests
- Rear seat infotainment system without DVD player
- Rear seat infotainment system with DVD player
- Keyless entry keypad
Meanwhile, the six-speaker audio system becomes standard on Premier models. For the 2021 model year, the Blazer Premier featured a Bose premium eight-speaker audio system as standard.
Additionally, the manual tilt and telescoping steering column becomes standard on Premier models. For the 2021 model year, the Blazer Premier featured a power tilt and telescoping system.
Mechanical
The 2022 Chevy Blazer sees a few changes to its powertrain lineup, starting with the deletion of the 2.5L LCV I4 engine which served as the base engine in lower-end models (which are also being deleted, as mentioned earlier). Consequently, the 2.0L LSY Turbo I4 engine becomes standard on 2LT models and the 3.6L LGX V6 is no longer available on 2LT models.
Meanwhile, trailering equipment package (V92) – which includes Hitch Guidance since the 2020 model year – is now standard on AWD models and remains available on FWD models. Notably, the RPO code specific to trailering equipment for FWD models (VR2) has been dropped. While the trailer equipment option is available with either engine option, it only includes heavy-duty cooling for models equipped with the V6 LGX engine.
There are other small differences in the content of the trailering equipment package included in each trim level:
- For 3LT models: also includes Hitch View when Sound & Technology Package is ordered
- For RS models: also includes Hitch View and heavy-duty cooling
- For Premier models: also includes Hitch View
Packages
There are also some changes to a few of the packages available for the 2022 Chevy Blazer. For instance, the Enhanced Convenience Package is now available on Premier on models. For the 2021 model year, this content was standard on Premier models.
Two packages have also been deleted, including the Cargo Essentials Package and Interior Luxury Package.
Cargo Essentials Package:
- Was available on RS and Premier models and included:
- Cargo tie-downs (LPO-level item)
- Horizontal cargo net (LPO-level item)
- For use with floor rail system
Interior Luxury Package:
- Was an LPO-level item and included:
- Illuminated front door sill plates
- Premium carpeted floor mats for first and second rows
- For LT models:
- Not available with:
- Floor Liner Package
- Interior Protection Package
- Dark Galvanized/Light Galvanized interiors
- Replaces standard floor mats
- Not available with:
- For RS and Premier models:
- Not available with:
- Floor Liner Package
- Interior Protection Package
- Replaces standard floor mats
- Not available with:
2022 Chevy Blazer Availability
Production of the 2022 Chevy Blazer was set to begin on August 9th at the GM Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico. However, production was idled on August 23rd, marking the end of production of the 2021 model year. The most recent news is that GM will restart production of the Chevy Blazer – as well as the Chevy Traverse, and Buick Enclave – has been delayed until September 27th. Notably, the latest round of production stoppages is a result of the ongoing global microchip shortage. As such, 2022 Blazer units should reach dealer lots well before the end of 2021.
Additionally, we expect the current-generation Blazer to remain in production at least through the 2025 model year, at which point we expect it to be replaced by an overhauled model, while being joined by a new Blazer Electric model.
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Comments
The fourth model year of the Blazer and instead of making some innovative changes, it’s still basically the the same as the first year version. In fact their are even less options available for the up coming year model, smh, this company is so mismanaged.
A FWD Blazer yet. SMH. My how gm has fallen.
All that moaning because they re-used a model name. Take heart: when they do an all new version, they will change the same. GM has a long and storied history of doing that.
The ‘new’ blazer is made in Mexico.
The real blazers were made in the USA.
F Mary Barra.
They even removed the paint from all of the lower body trim on Premier models. So now you pay the price of the top trim and get the look of the cheaper trims.
Will the 2022 Blazer have a Redline edition??
Will2022 Blazer redline edition be made?
That’s all I see is typical GM, removing content for more money. I also hate that most of GM’s lineup, unless you want white or black you have to pay more money for colors and even then you don’t have a good selection.
They offer 11 colors on the Blazer. 7 of those are no extra charge. Only 4 of the colors are extra charge and they aren’t necessarily “normal” colors. Compared to other manufacturers, GM is offering a wide variety of colors.
Brilliant. So for 2022 you move up 2 price levels yet lose a leather wheel and shift knob. And you pay more for a Premier and lose a power tilt wheel and lower body color trim making it nearly indistinguishable from the lower priced versions. And the base price goes up 5 grand with basically the only thing being changed is a switch from the 2.5 to the 2.0 turbo.
I have a 2022 Premier and it has the power tilt wheel, dufus.
Can we get the updated progress on Blazer order number: ZWZK72
22 trailblazer, not even started
Just purchased a 2022 Blazer -RS . Wanted the V6 because I like the cubic inches. Keep my GM Cars for a long time and do all of my own work. Have been a backyard mechanic for 0ver 50 years. Q1.Can somebody tell me where to get a Service manual for the 2022 Blazer, electronic or paper or a combination of both. Q2. Which bi-directional scanner is best to include TPMS. Thanks for your help…Harry
I purchased a new 2019 Chevy Blazer 2LT with a V6 engine and the safety packages at that time that were standard equipment. I love my Blazer.
But in looking at what Chevy has done to the 2022 models with the engine change options now and far less standard safety features and a $6,000 higher price tag if I wanted comparative options that are in my 2019 Blazer. I will be looking at other SUV options from the other car manufacturers because I WILL NOT pay $6,000 extra for what I currently have now.
GOOD BYE CHEVY…as you should be ashamed about these pathetic changes that you have made. You have just driven a very loyal customer who has purchased 10 Chevy vehicles over the years to one that will not return in the future.