2023 Chevrolet Blazer Performance

There are two power plants to choose from this year. The Blazer feels half as sporty as it looks with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, which develops 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque and can be had in FWD or AWD. It's the only engine offered on the 2LT base model. With this engine, the crossover can tow up to 1,500 lbs without the Trailering package and 3,500 lbs with it.

If you're after a little fire, you shouldn't settle for anything less than the 3.6-liter V6 engine. With 308 hp and 270 lb-ft on tap, the Blazer can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 6.5 seconds, according to independent testing. We managed to achieve the exact same time. And, while top speed is limited to 130 mph, the stronger power plant allows for a maximum towing capacity of 4,500 lbs with the Trailering package - or 1,500 lbs without it. Overall, while Chevy's sporty crossover is zippier than your run-of-the-mill competitor, there are still several alternatives that deliver more thrills, such as the Ford Edge ST.

The standard engine on the 2LT, 3LT, and Premier is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-pot. It can be paired with either the front- or all-wheel drivetrains and develops a decent 227 hp and 258 lb-ft. It may not thrill those seeking something as sporty as the high-rider's styling suggests, but it is powerful enough to get out of its own way.

可用标准RS和3 lt和公关emier, the 3.6-liter V6 engine is the top pick for those who want the most fun from their Blazer. Producing 308 hp and 270 lb-ft for your choice of the front or all four wheels, it will get you where you need to go, lickety-split. While its base-line acceleration is nothing to write home about, it provides plenty of power on the move and feels right at home on the highway.

Mated to every available powertrain is a nine-speed automatic transmission. It is expertly tuned to deliver smooth shifts and never seems to struggle to find the correct gear for the situation. Never once did we notice this gearbox struggle as we increased speed. This is a lesson all automakers should take note of when engineering powertrains.

How much you save or spend depends largely on how you configure your vehicle. The base four-cylinder engine can be paired with either FWD or AWD, returning an EPA-estimated 22/29/25 mpg or 22/27/24 mpg city/highway/combined, respectively. The V6 offers the same configurations but does not come close to boasting the same efficiency, with the FWD getting 19/27/22 mpg and the AWD 19/26/21 mpg. However, since the FWD configurations receive a smaller 19.4-gallon tank in comparison to the AWD's 21.7-gallon tank, the maximum range is achieved by the AWD turbo four-pot, which can travel up to 520 miles.