2025 Chevy Blazer Drive Modes Explained

The 2025 Chevy Blazer arrives as what may be the final model year of the ICE-powered mid-size crossover, with the gasoline variant potentially axed in favor of the all-electric Chevy Blazer EV – at least for North America. While recent information suggests an ICE 2026 model year might still materialize, GM Authority is putting the spotlight on the 2025 Blazer’s drive modes.

The Driver Mode Control of the 2025 Chevy Blazer features up to 6 different settings, each one optimized for a different situation. The modes include Tour (FWD), Sport, All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Snow, Tow/Haul and Off-Road mode.

Controls for the drive mode consist of a control knob located on the center console. The individual modes are indicated by icons, with the currently selected mode’s icon illuminating to show that it is active. Turning between the modes changes them manually. Notably, only Tour (FWD) and AWD mode remain active when the Chevy Blazer is turned off and restarted. All other modes default back to Tour (FWD) on startup.

Tour (FWD)

Indicated on the control knob by an icon showing a short section of road surface with a dashed median and “x2,” Tour (FWD) mode is the default driving mode and is useful for ordinary driving. This mode provides regular driving performance and maximizes fuel economy.

Sport

Sport mode is represented by a checkered racing flag icon on the control knob. It sharpens the drivetrain’s reactivity to throttle input and enhances handling on dry pavement by modifying the performance of the transmission, steering response, torque, electronic stability control and suspension tuning. Sport also switches automatically to all-wheel drive if the 2025 Chevy Blazer in question has an AWD drivetrain.

AWD

AWD mode, designed for wet, slippery pavement or other moderately challenging conditions, provides additional traction to help in inclement weather. The mode is only available for AWD-configured Blazer crossovers. Its control knob icon is a road section with dashed median and the legend “x4.”

Snow

Indicated by a control knob icon with one large and two small snowflakes, Snow mode alters accelerator response to offer better acceleration on snowy or icy roads. It automatically switches into FWD.

Tow/Haul

Tow/Haul mode changes transmission performance, steering response, suspension tuning and Trailer Sway Control to help provide more stable driving when hauling a trailer. The mode also activates AWD if present. It assists with downhill grades with Automatic Engine Grade Braking while towing and with keeping a consistent speed. Its control knob icon is a rectangular trailer.

Off-Road

The final mode aids those taking their 2025 Chevy Blazer on cross-country adventures. Off-Road mode is available only on AWD models and automatically engages all-wheel drive when selected. It also provides better off-road performance by modifying the performance of Electronic Stability Control or “StabiliTrak,” ABS, TCS, and accelerator response. It uses the icon of a winding road or trail heading toward a two-peak mountain on the control knob.

The 2025 Chevy Blazer cradles two powerplant choices under the hood, specifically the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY gasoline engine rated at 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, or the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 LGX gasoline engine developing 308 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque.

The GM C1 platform continues to provide the underpinnings for the Chevy Blazer under the sheet metal. The crossover rolls off the assembly line exclusively at the GM Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico.