General Motors unveiled the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV in 2022, debuting the Blazer nameplate’s very first battery-powered production model. The first two trim levels out the gates were the Chevy Blazer EV 2LT AWD and RS AWD, but now, we’re taking a closer look new 2024 Chevy Blazer EV RS RWD. Highlights include a higher capacity battery pack than 2LT AWD and RS AWD models, as expected.
The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV RS RWD is equipped with a 102 kWh battery pack, which offers substantially more energy capacity than the 85 kWh battery equipped by the Chevy Blazer EV 2LT AWD and RS AWD. Range per charge is set at a GM-estimated 320 miles, while the on-board AC charging rate is 11.5 kW. Plug into a high-speed DC charge source, and max charging rate climbs to 190 kW, as compared to 150 kW for models equipped with the 85 kWh battery.
Check out the table below for more information on the various 2024 Chevy Blazer EV trim levels:
| 2LT FWD | 2LT AWD | RS FWD | RS AWD | RS RWD | SS AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | TBD | Fall 2023 | TBD | Summer 2023 | Fall 2023 | Spring 2024 |
| Projected MSRP | TBD | $56,715 | TBD | $60,215 | $61,790 | TBD |
| Estimated Driving Range, Miles | 293 | 279 | 293 | 279 | 320 | 290 |
| Battery Pack Size | 85 kWh | 85 kWh | 85 kWh | 85 kWh | 102 kWh | 102 kWh |
| On-Board AC Charging Rate | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 11.5 / 19 kW |
| High-Speed DC Charging Rate | Up to 150 kW | Up to 150 kW | Up to 150 kW | Up to 150 kW | Up to 190 kW | Up to 190 kW |
Further highlights for the 2024 Chevy Blazer RS RWD include the Bose eight-speaker audio system (RPO code UQA), as compared to the unbranded six-speaker audio system (RPO code UQF) equipped by 2LT AWD and RS AWD trim levels.
Ordering the 2024 Chevy Blazer RS RWD also requires the Convenience and Driver Confidence Package (RPO code ZL5, $2,620) for the time being, which includes the following content:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (KSG)
- Rear Pedestrian Alert (UKK)
- Side Bicyclist Alert (UOW)
- HD Surround Vision (UV2)
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking (UGN)
- Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking (CTB)
- Reverse Automatic Braking (UVZ)
- Head-Up Display (UV6)
- Heated rear outboard passenger seat cushions (KCB)
- Rear Camera Mirror (DRZ)
- Heated Wiper Park (CMO)
As a reminder, the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV rides on the GM BEV3 platform, and incorporates GM Ultium Drive motors juiced by a GM Ultium battery pack. Production takes place at the GM Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico.
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Really?! They are making a rwd EV but not an ICE. Who decided that?
Platform flexibility. The beauty of a ground up EV.
I guess they forgot to consult you before starting development.
Why would anyone spend $57,000 on a 2LT AWD Blazer? At my local chevy dealer, you can get a 2LT AWD Blazer with the 2.0L Turbo that gets over 30mpg on the highway (my wife had a ’22 model, so that is my actual experience) BEFORE rebates/discounts for about $42,000…a $15,000 premium. At $3.35 per gallon (gas price in my area today), you can buy 4,477 gallons of gas. Given my wife’s Blazer got around 25mpg combined, that means you can drive 111,940 mixed miles on those 4,477 gallons of gas. Her Blazer could go over 500 miles between fill ups on the highway, where this EV thing can go around 300 if you are lucky in perfect conditions. If you drive the average of 12,000 miles per year, that is about 9-10 years of driving with the extra money that you are spending on the EV to never have to go to the gas station again…that is assuming that electricity is free (which it is not) and interest rates are 0% (which Bidenomics also says no to).
Yup, $57k will buy a very nice 4WD Silverado with a V-8!
Tim: Then don’t get one. Get the gas version. There, that was easy.
The names are the same but that’s about it. The Blazer EV is larger, much more powerful and a significantly higher quality / higher tech vehicle from what the pictures show.
Also ignoring that your blazer 2.0 requires premium fuel. Personally I don’t understand why anyone would buy a 2.0 Blazer over a 3.6. 3.6 is a better driving experience and cheaper to drive due to not needing premium. Or continue to put 87 in there and see how well that works long term.
I’m buying the Blazer EV SS approximately $70k less $7500 fed tax credit down payment. That’s all the “math” I need. I know you hate me, Tim.
$57k minus $7500 Federal plus state credits. In CA, depending on where you live and your income, you can get over $7500 additional in State incentives. That takes you to $42k. Cost parity. EV will have zero maintenance costs – all you have to do is rotate tires, change out your cabin air filter and replenish your window washer fluid. Save you hundreds a year in maintenance. Electricity versus gas costs will save you another $1k per year. And the car is faster, looks better.
$7500 additional in State incentives. I wish this was true everywhere but its not. Most people get nothing or have to fight for a limited pool of cash that runs out fast. IL has 4000 but it has be purchased within 90days of the window of November 1, 2023 through January 31, 2024 and its used up before the close. The only thing you can count on is the FED rebate but even that means you have to make 100K plus to get that cash
Ya, states can be hit or miss. Even CA it runs out. Btw, Fed is for UNDER $100k, not over. Rebate goes up as your income goes up.
Starting 2024 you can get the fed incentive as a time of purchase discount. IRS just released the details on the program and confirmed that you don’t need to have the tax liability to get it.
You can’t make above the income limit though. If you take the discount from the dealership and exceed the income limit, you will have to repay the money at tax filing time.
Oh contrare. My electric is free and its source called solar cost has been recovered by year 6 so whats the new math? Oh and did you forget the bit of less maintenance on the EV than the Ice?
ICE car is 19 cents of gas per mile, add R/M of another 20 cents per mile conservative over the life. total 0.39/mile
Now the EV at 2.5 cents per mile plus 3 cents per mile R/M = 0.055/mile.
Delta is 33.5 cents per mile
times 8 years at 12,000 miles per year = 32,160 dollars saved – most likely higher!
Typical GM BS. The numbers don’t make sense. 102 / 85 * 293 = 350, so why are they quoting only 320 miles for the larger battery??
And DP, many of us wish Florida would go away altogether.
You need to take into account that the more kilowatts you add in battery capacity, the less range you get due to the added weight. That’s why a Hummer EV with a 200kWh battery pack can only go 300 miles, about the same as this Blazer which only needs 100kWh.
SW: Richard P said it best. But I’d also throw this simple idea out there. GM seems to be underestimating the ranges. So maybe this will do well above the 320 claimed range. My Bolt is rated at 259 and I’ve never seen that low yet in 10 months and 9,500 miles. Just yesterday I charged to 95% and my range said 304. I’ve spoken with other Bolt owners who also have the same experience.
Try driving in the winter with the heater on, now what?
That argument is pretty played out. Maybe move on from it? Heat pumps also don’t effect mileage much.
I get around 350 miles of range in moderate weather with my 2023 Lyriq’s 102.5 kwh battery.
The Lyriq tech trim is $2,000 less. Unless there is something very special about a Blazer EV, I would save the money.
I really want to like it, but these prices…
2024 LYRIQ Tech AWD is around $62,090. 500 HP, 102kWh and 190kw DCFC
2024 Blazer EV RS AWD is around $60,215. ???HP, 85kWh and 150kw DCFC
Even if the RS has some more standard features, still baffled why I’d choose the Blazer. 🤷🏼♂️🤷🏼♂️
This is the dilemma GM and other OEMs face when they share BEV platforms. Who’s going to buy the Chevy Blazer EV that shares the same Ultium platform over the Lyriq – the Lyriq is the better ‘value’ in regard to content, interior amenities, range, charging and resale value. GM will struggle to sell Blazer EVs as the more compelling ICE Blazer and Lyriq will cannibalize sales. Regardless, both will continue to struggle vs the Tesla Model Y. Base prices and specs are below. An Escalade weighs 5635 lbs and a 4Runner weighs 4400 lbs.
LYRIQ Tech AWD $62,090 102kWh 5789 lbs 307 miles 190kW DCFC 60.8 cubic ft capacity 130 MPH
Blazer EV RS AWD $60,215 85kWh 5577 lbs 279 miles 150kW DCFC 59.1 cubic ft capacity ?
Model Y LR $48,490 78kWh 4398 lbs 330 miles 250kW DCFC 80.2 cubic ft capacity 135 MPH
Model Y P $52,490 ” ” 303 miles ” ” 155 MPH
I’m not hating on these GM BEVs, but I think the Ultium platform is way too heavy, leading to diminishing returns requiring even more heavy battery capacity (and substantial cost) just to get to the 300 mile threshold. These things weigh more than the massive Escalade. It’s simple physics, they need to reduce weight, use smaller battery packs and then these will be more competitive and profitable. Unlike ICE vehicles where GM would simply add a larger fuel tank or V8 for more power, adding larger battery packs substantially increases weight and cost – brute force doesn’t work for BEVs.
It will be the next police car – that is the trick – not in your drive way but police pursuit vehicle – PPV
The Tech is pretty stripped down. RS has almost all the bells and whistles. To get same feature set in the Lyriq you are probably at the Luxury / Sport 2 level. But Cadillac is definitely playing the value game trying to rebuild their brand. We have a Lyriq launch edition. Love it. But it’s definitely an “adult” car. Blazer looks like a ton of fun. I don’t think either is a bad answer.
Gotta imagine the suspension tuning on these are gonna be a lot different. Lyriq with a squishier lux ride, and blazer with a sportier suspension tuning and driving feel.
So just a matter of taste. And some may prefer the styling of the one vs the other.
Very few toxins come from automotive exhaust these days, you are being lied to.
Go sit in your garage with the door closed and the car on let me know how that goes. (Spoiler I don’t expect a reply)
Jokes!!!! lol lol lol lol
Turbo diesel please!
So the RWD version, with only one motor and thus less of a draw on the battery, gets a bigger battery?
Not sure of the logic behind that…
There’s a higher weight per kWh of power for single motor vs dual so it’s actually the other way round. Even though the AWD Lyric is heavier than the RWD Lyric, they have basically the same range with the same battery pack even though the AWD is heavier.
As for the Blazer, maybe the RWD gets a bigger battery pack because there’s more room for the extra capacity up front since there’s no motor (just a theory).
So far the GM Ultium solution is facing major issues. The DC charging speed is very slow by todays standards unless it holds that rate all the way up to 80%, which no one does. The vehicle design may be from the ground up but they are using some heavy materials to get such poor range out of that battery pack. Do they have a heat pump? Does the battery precondition automatically? Is the battery LMC or LFP? Is there an adapter for the Tesla network? Will you get the same rate of charge there? These are things EV gearheads will ask.
This is a great looking car, but 320 miles of range is simply not enough. Especially when you consider that its 320 miles under IDEAL conditions. In reality it’s probably not much more than 75-80% of that. More like 250 miles of range.
That’s still 3 1/2 hours of driving at highway speeds. When we’ve done long trips with the family, the wife and kids are definitely ready to take a break and get out of the car for a bit to stretch and snack and take care of other “human necessities” after that long in the car anyway.
Its not a Nissan 2015 Leaf, it will get the miles right up there with Tesla – biggest factor is how fast you drive. At 85 miles per hour you will get 250 – 90 miles per hour not a chance. 70 miles per hour guessing a solid 300 plus. Depends also how low you will drive it down on the battery and how high you charge it. 98% of the time its just a FoxNews talking point with its other Faux famous one “less environmentally sound than a truck”?
Who really wants RWD. Sounds like we are going backwards about 50 years.
Been driving RWD cars for 40 years. Not sure why anyone needs the complexity of AWD unless you live where they do not plow the roads.
Need? Not really “need” per se. But given a choice, will take AWD over RWD. We don’t get a lot of snow here, but I do occasionally go up to the mountain passes, or in the summer go to forest roads. And it rains a lot here and I’ve found AWD just handles better and more confidently in those conditions and I prefer it.
My order of preference is AWD < FWD < RWD for an everyday do everything vehicle. But RWD can be more fun driving experience for sporty vehicles if you want toy to throw around corners.