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Old 06-22-2018, 06:24 AM   #1
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Behold the all-new 2019 Chevy Blazer. The all-new midsize crossover slots between the Equinox and Traverse, becoming the newest member of the industry’s broadest, freshest crossover and SUV lineup since 2015.

Chevrolet says that the all-new Blazer is “a contemporary midsize SUV ” that “is rooted in attention-grabbing design with seamlessly integrated customer-focused technologies and superb functionality.”

“Chevrolet has been at the forefront of each of the major automotive industry trends by anticipating consumer demand and delivering innovative products like Bolt EV, Colorado and Trax,” said Alan Batey, president of GM North America and head of Global Chevrolet. “The introduction of the all-new Blazer builds on that momentum and further strengthens the most comprehensive lineup of crossovers and SUVs on the market today.”

2019 Chevrolet Blazer RS exterior - live reveal 001

Chevy says that the 2019 Blazer is “the boldest, most progressive expression of the Chevrolet crossover design theme”.

The crossover features a wide stance, tight proportions, a high beltline and dramatic sculpting, resulting in a toned, athletic appearance from all angles.

“The Blazer has attitude,” said John Cafaro, executive director, Global Chevrolet Design. “It looks commanding on the road, while fulfilling the promise of versatility at the heart of every Chevy crossover and SUV.”

2019 Chevrolet Blazer RS exterior - live reveal 006


Each 2019 Blazer model offers a unique look with distinct styling to suit different customers’ tastes. The various Blazer models are differentiated by unique grille appearances, additional bright chrome on the Premier trim and a more sinister-looking, blacked-out appearance for the Blazer RS.

All models feature a powerful front end with a strong grille, athletic hood lines and low-placed HID headlamps. The design also features a distinctive lighting execution that separates the headlamps and LED daytime running lamps.

The 2019 Blazer’s long, lean and sculpted body sides lead to a rear end that’s highlighted by LED-illuminated Chevy-signature dual-element taillamps, dual exhaust outlets and an integrated tailgate spoiler. The new Blazer also offers a range of stylish wheels, starting with standard 18-inch aluminum units and expanding to available 21-inch wheels on the RS and Premium.

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The cabin of the all-new 2019 Blazer echoes the exterior’s bold and sporty theme with sporty good looks and functionality. The interior emphasizes space, craftsmanship and customer personalization. A wide range of interior styling choices for different models is achieved through several color and trim offerings. Sporty details include a padded knee area, round air vents and grab handles on the doors.

The new Blazer also offers a Chevrolet’s-first Cargo Management System, which is standard on RS and Premier models. It features a rail system and cargo fence to help secure smaller items by dividing the cargo area.

Technology & Connectivity

Intuitive controls and a host of convenience features help make the drive more comfortable while offering occupants seamless connectivity.

Features include:

Hitch Guidance: available on models with the 3.6L engine, Hitch Guidance aids in aligning the Blazer’s hitch to a trailer by showing the center line on the rear-vision camera.

Hitch View: this optional feature complements Hitch Guidance by showing a top-down view, making it easier to hitch a trailer without a second person to assist.
Electronic-locking glove box: a first for a Chevy vehicle, it offers added storage security, and is roomy enough to fit a small handbag. The glove box is locked with the vehicle’s Valet Mode, which is accessible through the Settings menu.

Automatic heated steering wheel and automatic heated/ventilated front seats: these available features work with Remote Start and/or automatic climate control to automatically adjust temperature to help maintain comfort.

Comfort-open windows: activated by the key fob, this feature allows all windows to roll down to help heat escape before occupants enter the vehicle.

Heated outboard rear seats: available on RS and standard on Premier models, this feature keeps rear-seat occupants warm.

Adaptive Cruise Control and Rear Camera Mirror: available on RS and Premier.
Hands-free power liftgate with Bowtie logo projection: standard on RS and Premier.

Wireless charging and six USB ports: available.

8-inch-diagonal color touchscreen running Chevrolet Infotainment 3 is standard, along with 4G LTE Wi-Fi with 1-month or 3GB data trial (whichever comes first), along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
2019 Chevrolet Blazer RS interior - live reveal 001

Safety

Without providing specifics, Chevy says that the 2019 Blazer offers a suite of available GM active safety features.

Powertrain

The 2019 Blazer offers two engines, both of which are mated to the new GM 9-speed automatic transmission. The standard engine is the 2.5L I-4 LCV rated at 193 horsepower (143 kW) and 188 pound-feet (255 Nm) of torque. The 3.6L V6 LGX is available. It offers 305 horsepower (227 kW) and 269 pound-feet (365 Nm) of torque.

Both direct-injected engines feature intelligent stop/start technology that seamlessly shuts off the engine when power is not needed, based on a variety of driving factors.

“The Chevrolet Blazer is more than just good looks,” said Waqar Hashim, Blazer chief engineer. “Both the Ecotec 2.5L four-cylinder engine and 3.6L V-6 engine are paired to Chevrolet’s nine-speed automatic transmission, providing drivers a great balance between performance and efficiency.”

Traction Select is standard on all models. It allows the driver to make real-time adjustments to the vehicle’s driving mode to account for varying road conditions. On all-wheel-drive models, Traction Select also allows the system to be completely disconnected from the rear axle, meaning drivers can opt to have their vehicle operate in FWD when AWD traction is not necessary.

RS and Premier models offer a more sophisticated twin-clutch AWD technology that helps optimize traction for every condition. It provides excellent performance in wet, snowy and icy conditions, while also providing enhanced stability in dry weather.

Platform

The 2019 Blazer is based on the regular-wheelbase GM C1 platform that’s shared directly with the second-generation GMC Acadia and first-generation Cadillac XT5. The longer wheelbase version of the C1 platform underpins the second-gen Chevy Traverse and Buick Enclave. The longer C1 variant is also expected to underpin the upcoming Cadillac XT6.




Availability

The 2019 Blazer will arrive at U.S. dealerships in early 2019. Additional details and pricing will be announced closer to the start of production.
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Old 06-22-2018, 09:31 AM   #2
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Hitch guidance on an SUV / CUV with a 1000 pound towing capacity.
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Old 06-22-2018, 09:44 AM   #3
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Holy blind-spot Batman.....

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Old 06-22-2018, 10:05 AM   #4
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Kudos for GM beating the bronco out of the gate..
Shame it is as ugly as blob fish.
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Old 06-22-2018, 10:08 AM   #5
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Hitch guidance on an SUV / CUV with a 1000 pound towing capacity.
It is. Funny that it's just another CUV too. I remember Blazers being big and bad A.
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Old 06-22-2018, 10:24 AM   #6
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It looks good. Definitely wears this design language better than the upcoming Camaro itself.

I just don't think it should be called the Blazer. Unless they're also planning a Trailblazer that will be a proper SUV to compete with Bronco/Wrangler.

But what's up with this trend of low mounted headlights with thin LED strips where the headlights should be? Jeep and Kia did it, now Chevy.

It's just going to make minor front end hits more expensive.
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Old 06-22-2018, 11:08 AM   #7
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Nice Nissan.
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Old 06-22-2018, 11:36 AM   #8
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it better have a greater tow rating than my 13 year old Subaru; where did you see 1,000lbs?
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Old 06-22-2018, 11:55 AM   #9
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This is really a Ford Edge competitor. However, they could do a Trailblazer trim with off-road capability.

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I'm hearing 4,500 lbs towing for the V6.
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What, no hole in the bowtie?
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Old 06-22-2018, 12:32 PM   #11
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The more I look at this, the lazier it is.

Lexus/Infiniti "Predator" front.

Jeep headlamps

Nissan 1/4 panel line thingy

KIA taillamps

This is like looking at one of those Chinese X5 kock offs.
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The back looks very first gen CX-5 to me.
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I can't even tell the make of any new suv from afar, they all look alike.
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Kudos for GM beating the bronco out of the gate..
Shame it is as ugly as blob fish.
Since you didn't say it...


"Come on, GM, floating C-pillar's are sooo 2015!"







Austin Powers would say:

"Hey, look at me! I'm a floating roof! I'm not even attached to the car I belong to!"



Even I noticed it this time.


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Here's some of what the 2019 Blazer will offer:

Narrow, swept-back LED running lights and indicators in a bar that sweeps across an outsized grille and into the fenders
Low-mounted, high-intensity headlights
A long hood, wide stance, scooped-out sides and twin exhaust pipes
A 193-horsepower, 2.5-liter engine and optional 305-hp 3.6L V6
9-speed automatic transmission
21-inch wheels
Twin-clutch all-wheel drive
4,500-pound towing capacity
Cameras and guidelines to help hitching a trailer
An electronically locking glovebox that will hold a small purse
Rear seats that slide 5.5 inches to maximize legroom or luggage space
Built-in cargo rails and a cargo fence in the luggage compartment
Panoramic sun roof
Wireless charging
Six USB ports - one more than its passenger capacity
An 8-inch touchscreen
Camaro-style round multifunction vents
Adaptive cruise control
Rear mirror camera



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It's a Ute version of the Regal TourX with a Camaro crammed on the front for good measure. Never forget.
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Aztek-lite amirite?
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C pillars look stupid, but otherwise the styling is pretty good. Not too trendy and gaudy and not a giant jelly bean either. The front end looks far better on the blazer than the camaro.
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This is really a Ford Edge competitor. However, they could do a Trailblazer trim with off-road capability.



I'm hearing 4,500 lbs towing for the V6.
where's the turbo v6 to compete with the edge sport/st?
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Swing ........ miss

They had the PERFECT opportunity to create something like this off the Colorado frame. Something that could actually be off-road capable and sway people from the upcoming Bronco. I'd have bought it.
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It's an Edge/Murano competitor nothing more. They will let Ford take on Jeep and see how it goes, normally it's not well. When people want a Jeep like vehicle they get a Jeep.

It's like Mini for middle aged women it's what they want no matter how much I show my wife a GTI is better and cheaper.

True story; took my wife's mini in for service and to look at a malfunctioning turn signal. Seems to only be a bulb and yet they don't stock it so it will have to go back in a which to have a freaking bulb replaced which I'm sure will take an hour and a half hour. How do you not stock a light bulb on a two year old car.....
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Swing ........ miss

They had the PERFECT opportunity to create something like this off the Colorado frame. Something that could actually be off-road capable and sway people from the upcoming Bronco. I’d have bought it.
Pffft, nobody buys the 4Runner. Those just sit on lots and drop in value 138% as soon as you sign the papers! Nobody would ever buy an equal to that. Never.




Also, how you doin? Been awhile.
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Pffft, nobody buys the 4Runner. Those just sit on lots and drop in value 138% as soon as you sign the papers! Nobody would ever buy an equal to that. Never.




Also, how you doin? Been awhile.

Still arresting drunks; still living in the mountains. Can’t believe I’ve been doing this for almost 10 years now.
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I'm hearing 4,500 lbs towing for the V6.
This. I exaggerated in my critique of the low towing capacity. It's a vehicle I've worked on. It has my software running in the AWD system. I would love to support my own paycheck and own one (or an Acadia), but the towing capacity isn't high enough for what I need. Thus I'm disappointed.

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where's the turbo v6 to compete with the edge sport/st?
GM's NA V6 is rated a whopping 10hp lower and their EPA fuel economy estimates are 1mpg higher. Why do they need to add a turbo?
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Swing ........ miss

They had the PERFECT opportunity to create something like this off the Colorado frame. Something that could actually be off-road capable and sway people from the upcoming Bronco. I’d have bought it.
What does this mean to you? How do you define "off-road capable"?

Honest question, not a jab. I write software and calibrate AWD systems. I'd like to see how your use compares to what I or my customers have tested during development.
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so what if you could make a car that's Camaro in the front and Rav4 in the back?

GM: Say no more
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