Next-Gen Chevy TrailBlazer SUV Gets Refreshed, But Not Redesigned
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While the Chevy Trailblazer sold in the U.S. is designated as a subcompact crossover, the Chevy TrailBlazer sold in South America is actually a body-on-frame SUV. Now, it appears as though the South American TrailBlazer will not be getting a full redesign as previously expected.
Based off the same architecture as the Chevy Colorado, the TrailBlazer SUV is set to receive a thorough refresh, but not a complete overhaul. This is notable given that the North American market received the next-gen Chevy Colorado for the 2023 model year.
2023 Chevy TrailBlazer SUV In South America
This new development tracks with the release of a planned substantial refresh for the Chevy S10, which serves as the Bow Tie brand’s midsize pickup offering for international markets. With this in mind, the revised S10 and TrailBlazer SUV will share an updated front fascia and a similar grille design, while the TrailBlazer will receive a reworked rear fascia as well. In fact, the new exterior styling is expected to be somewhat of a blend between the current TrailBlazer SUV and the North American 2023 Colorado.
On the inside, the cabin will be updated to resemble that of the current U.S.-spec Colorado. This translates to a new dashboard layout and new technologies like the infotainment system touchscreen and the digital driver instrument cluster. However, the refreshed TrailBlazer SUV’s cabin won’t be a carbon copy of the domestic Colorado’s, as it still features a mechanical parking brake, among other equipment distinctions.
2023 Chevy TrailBlazer SUV In South America
Speaking of powertrain options, an updated variant of the 2.8L I4 XLD28 turbodiesel Duramax engine with revised output numbers will be mated to the revised eight-speed automatic transmission first introduced in the North American 2023 Colorado.
As of the time of this writing, the exact date of the South American TrailBlazer SUV’s start of regular production (SORP) is unknown. However, it is expected to debut and officially launch in the Brazilian market early next year.
2023 Chevy TrailBlazer SUV In South America
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Why don’t they bring the refreshed Trailblazer here and call it something like Blazer Off-road or Blazer Activ to distinguish it from the current car-based Blazer. They could then have a Blazer/Trailblazer sub-brand.
Because its insanely dated at this point and the competition would run circles around it. Better question, why don’t they build a SUV based on the NEW Colorado. Line up should be:
Blazer Sport (current Blazer)
TrailBlazer (new SUV)
Tracker (current TrailBlazer)
I wouldn’t call it dated. It’s platform is more modern than the current Toyota 4Runner, and I think it’s still sexier than the current 4Runner in its current form. Real reason they won’t bring it stateside is it’s too close to the Tahoe to sell well. The Tahoe is a better vehicle, has economies of scale to keep the price down.
Better yet give people this than what they got . At least this looks like decent competitor to the bronco sport
GM has no clue they do? Give us this instead . Wow .
Obviously they have a much better clue than the handful on here touting something like this or a Bronco/Raptor competitor would sell like hot cakes. They know, the Blazer is selling well as that is what most people want. They want the image of off road (or sportiness) without the downfalls of horrible space, rough riding and crappy handling/mpg. As cool as it would be having something like this based on the Colorado platform, it wouldn’t sell well, especially after the honey moon phase (Jeep Gladiator anyone, Bronco will do the same once they catch up and normalize).
This is getting a little old in the tooth as they say.
The other Steve you have a good point. They won’t bring it here because they dont want to mess essentially with Tahoe sales. GM is only concerned about the bottomline not the customer! However. some people can’t afford the pricey Tahoe. Greedy bastards! Chevvy’s motto at one point was build something for everyone! Not anymore!
You know it’ll be a good idea General Motors if you’re reading this comment bring back the Sonoma nameplate attach it to a GMC Canyon based SUV. But only specific to the GMC brand it’ll pick up where the GMC Jimmy left off. So see how that’ll work just imagine the GMC Sonoma Denali it has a nice ring to it doesn’t it?
Well, I think they should build a new one based on the Colorado and put it on ax10 year life cycle with minor software updates as life goes on. Build one here in US for export and local market.
Toyota is still selling the ancient Land cruiser 70 and there is a customer for it.
In addition. Do a variant with live axles and Coil over version.
Ugly