The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer represents the third model year of the all-new Blazer crossover, and remains mostly unchanged.
Notably, a revision was made to the 2021i (2021 interim) Blazer Premier’s engine lineup, which now offers the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY gas unit as standard.
Assembly Location | Ramos Arizpe Plant, Mexico | |
Body Style(s) | Mid-Size Crossover | |
Layout | Front-Engined, Transverse | |
Engine(s) | 2.5L I4 (Gas), 2.0L I4 Turbo(Gas), 3.6L V6 (Gas) | |
Transmission(s) | 9-Speed Auto | |
Drive Wheels | Front-Wheel-Drive, All-Wheel-Drive | |
Availability | U.S.A., Canada, Mexico | |
Predecessor | 2020 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Successor | 2022 Chevrolet Blazer |
Changes, Updates, New Features
Exterior
- Addition of four exterior color options
- Pewter Metallic
- Iron Gray
- Cayenne Orange
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
- Deletion of three exterior color options
- Nightfall Gray Metallic
- Graphite Metallic
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
Interior
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel no longer standard on L, 1LT or 2LT models
- These trims now have urethane steering wheel
- Deletion of Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium system with connected Navigation (IOT)
Safety
- Addition of Chevy Safety Assist, which is standard on standard on 2LT, 3LT, RS and Premier models and includes:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Following Distance Indicator
- Forward Collision Alert
- IntelliBeam
Mechanical
- Advanced All-Wheel Drive System is now exclusive to RS models
- The twin clutch technology is no longer included on Premier AWD models
- Trailering equipment available on FWD models with 3.6L LGX V6 engine
- 18-inch spare aluminum (RTX) wheel is now standard on RS FWD models
Packaging
- Sound & Technology Package now includes Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with connected Navigation (IOU)
- Premier models now come standard with Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with connected Navigation
- Enhanced Convenience and Driver Confidence II Package has been repackaged and now includes:
- Bose premium 8-speaker system
- Memory settings
- Rear outboard heated seats
- Driver and front passenger ventilated seats
- Power tilt and telescoping steering column
- Driver Confidence II Package is now available on RS, and has been repackaged to now include:
- Wireless Charging
- HD Surround Vision
- Rear Camera Mirror
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
- Safety Alert Seat
- LED headlamps
See detailed 2021 Chevrolet Blazer changes, updates and new features here: 2021 Blazer change log.
The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may differ for other markets.
Body Styles
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer continues to be offered as a midsize crossover SUV with four doors and a liftback door.
Models & Trims
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is offered as a retail or fleet model, with the L being the base model.
2021 Blazer Retail & Fleet Models:
- FWD L (1NH26)
- FWD LT (1NK26)
- AWD LT (1NR26)
- FWD RS (1NL26)
- AWD RS (1NS26)
- FWD Premier (1NM26)
- AWD Premier (1NT26)
2021 Blazer Retail & Fleet Trims:
- L (1L0)
- LT:
- 1LT
- 2LT
- 3LT
- RS (1RS)
- Premier (0HD)
Color Options
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer offers a total of nine exterior colors, four of which are new. The Blazer also offers three interior color options and three different seat trims.
The 2021 Blazer color options include:
- 11 Exterior Colors:
- Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
- Red Hot
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Summit White
- Black
- Pewter Metallic
- Iron Gray Metallic
- Cayenne Orange Metallic
- Bright Blue Metallic
- Midnight Blue Metallic
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
- 3 Interior Colors:
- Jet Black
- Dark Galvanize w/ Light Galvanize
- Jet Black w/ Maple Sugar
See complete 2021 Chevrolet Blazer colors info and availability here: 2021 Blazer colors.
Technology
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is expected to continue offering the latest safety and driver convenience technologies, just some of which include:
- Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Rear Park Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Forward Collision Alert
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Rear Pedestrian Alert
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Front and Rear Park Assist
Powertrain
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer offers the following three engine and transmission choices:
Engine | Fuel | Aspiration | Transmission | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM | Axle |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.5L I-4 LCV | Gasoline | Atmospheric | 9-speed Automatic M3D | 193 @ 6300 | 188 @ 4400 | 3.80 |
2.0L I-4 LSY | Gasoline | Turbo | 9-speed Automatic M3T | 227 @ 500 | 258 @ 1500-4000 | 3.47 |
3.6L V-6 LGX | Gasoline | Atmospheric | 9-speed Automatic M3V | 308 @ 6600 | 270 @ 5000 | 3.49 |
As mentioned, the 2.0-liter LSY turbo-four engine entered the lineup as a revision, and is standard on range-topping Premier models.
Platform
Like all Blazer crossovers, the 2020 Blazer continues to ride on the GM C1 platform shared with various vehicles:
- GMC Acadia
- Cadillac XT5
- Cadillac XT6
- Buick Enclave (Chinese market)
- Three-row Chevrolet Blazer (Chinese market)
An extended-length version of the architecture underpins the second-gen Chevrolet Traverse and second-gen Buick Enclave (North American market).
Production
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is assembled by GM Mexico at the GM Ramos Arizpe factory.
Price
2021 Blazer price has yet to be announced, but we expect to a slight increase over the 2020 model year pricing, which started at $29,995.
Availability
We expect the 2021 Blazer to begin arriving on dealer lots during the second half of the 2020 calendar year.
Sales
See Chevrolet Blazer sales numbers for all markets, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and China.
Notes:
- Information for market (country) specified.
- Sales information compiled from various sources by GM Authority and Motrolix.
Beyond 2021
We expect that the current-generation Chevrolet Blazer will remain in production thru at least the 2025 model year. The vehicle will likely undergo a refresh for 2023 model year.
Specs
Chevrolet Blazer Exterior Dimensions
Metric | Inches | Millimeters |
---|---|---|
Wheelbase: | 112.7 | 2863 |
Length: | 191.4 | 4862 |
Width (without mirrors): | 76.7 | 1948 |
Height: | 67 | 1702 |
Front track: | 66.4 | 1687 |
Rear track: | 66.2 | 1681 |
Front overhang: | 40.3 | 1024 |
Rear overhang: | 38.3 | 973 |
Ground clearance: | 7.4 | 188 |
Chevrolet Blazer Interior Dimensions
Metric | Inches | Millimeters |
---|---|---|
Front Headroom (with sunroof / without sunroof): | 39.8 / 38 | 1011 / 965 |
Rear Headroom (with sunroof / without sunroof): | 38.6 / 36.8 | 980 / 935 |
Front shoulder room: | 59.1 | 1501 |
Rear shoulder room: | 58.6 | 1488 |
Front hip room: | 55.6 | 1412 |
Rear hip room: | 54.2 | 1377 |
Front legroom: | 41 | 1041 |
Rear legroom: | 39.6 | 1006 |
Front step-in height: | 18.5 | 470 |
Rear step-in height: | 19.4 | 493 |
Ground to top of rear load floor: | 30.4 | 772 |
Chevrolet Blazer Capacities
Seating Capacity (front / rear): | 2/3 |
Passenger volume EPA (cu. ft. / L): | 107.8 / 3052.9 |
Cargo Volume behind 1st row seat (cu. ft. / L)*: | 64.2 / 1818.1 |
Cargo Volume behind 2nd row seat (cu. ft. / L)*: | 30.5 / 863.8 |
Fuel capacity FWD model (gallon / liters): | 19.4 / 73.4 |
Fuel capacity AWD model (gallon / liters): | 21.7 / 82.1 |
Discussion
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