2019 Chevrolet Blazer Podcast Review, Prices, Trims & Pics

2019 Chevrolet Blazer Review

We’ve reviewed the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Blazer and have found it to be a stylish and fun to drive crossover SUV.

Most of us recall the Blazer name. Because Chevy has used it in a couple of previous versions. There was the compact S-10 Blazer and then going way back there was the full-sized K-5 Blazer.

You’ll see in our 2019 Chevy Blazer review that this car is now more of a crossover. Whereas its predecessors were definitely more of SUVs. But, that’s really only in the more serious off-road department.

2019 Chevrolet Blazer Top-3 Features
1. Styling
2. Tech
3. Power

My friends at Martin Chevrolet in Torrance, CA recently gave me a 2019 Blazer for a day of fun-driving around Southern California. Continue reading below or click play to listen to my review while scrolling through my ’19 Chevy Blazer photo shoot.

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All-New 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Crossover SUV

The rebooted 2019 Chevrolet Blazer that we reviewed comes in three primary trim options.  There’s the base, the RS and the Premier.  If you go with the base then you have a few additional, call them sub-trim, options to chose from.

As always, don’t worry about MSRP.  The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is only that.  The two things that are important.

First, be sure to review your 2019 Chevrolet Blazer and get it equipped the way you want.  We spend way too much time in our cars here in Southern California to not love what we drive!

Where to Buy – 2019 Chevrolet Blazer

And second, go to Martin Chevrolet.  Hands down, this is the best place to buy a Chevy.  Of course, your price will be the best.  But Martin Chevy is led by my friend Lewis Cook.

And I love his no-nonsense straightforwardness.  The first thing Lewis suggests when helping customers buy or lease cars is to get what you want!  (Of course, we all have a budget we need to work within.)  But getting the features you want is key to automotive happiness!

Blazer Powertrains & MPG

The all-new 2019 Blazer comes with two different engine options.  There’s a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that produces 193-horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque.  And the bigger 3.6-liter V6 that delivers 308-hp and 270 lb-ft of torque.

Going with the 4-cylinder will require you to stick to a version of the base model ’19 Blazer.  But you can get the base model with the V6 as well.  And when you step up to the RS and or the Premier your only option is the V6.

Another key difference between the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Blazer and Blazers of the past is standard front-wheel drive.  Previous Blazers were rear-wheel drive.

But like previous Blazers, the ’19 Blazer offers all-wheel drive.  And of course, this is expected in any crossover SUV.

“…the bigger 3.6-liter V6 that delivers 308-hp and 270 lb-ft of torque.”

Whatever your overall configuration, our review of the 2019 Chevy Blazer shows that the fuel economy is rated respectably.  The base Blazer with only front-wheel drive and the 4-cylinder will give you 22 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway.

And a load-up Premier with all-wheel drive and the bigger V6 will deliver only slightly different numbers with 18 MPG city and 25 MPG highway.

And the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer’s towing capacity is also respectable.  Up to 4,500 pounds with the V6 and AWD.

2019 Chevy Blazer Exterior

Because Chevrolet has used the ‘Blazer’ name in the past it’s natural to expect the vehicle will look a certain way.  And I don’t think I’m alone in saying it’s not what I expected.  But it’s very, very good looking.

 

This all-new Chevy Blazer is sexy, bold and stylish looking in every trim level.  Because it’s sweeping lines and bold stance seem to take its cues from the Camaro – surprisingly.

My test driver was the base model and it looks great.  But when you add the sporty accents of the RS and or the more upscale accents of the Premier the result is eye-popping.

“…when you add the sporty accents of the RS and or the more upscale accents of the Premier the result is eye-popping.”

Because you wind up with what looks, feels and drives like a luxury vehicle.

2019 Chevrolet Blazer Trim Options

The interior of the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer we reviewed is spacious and modern.  There’s plenty of room throughout for both people and our stuff.

There are lots of storage nooks to keep all the various items that might interest would be thieves out of sight.

Even my test driver, again base model, had heated front seats.  And ventilated front seats are also an option when you jump up to the RS trim.  Heat and ventilated front seats are standard on the Premier trim.

“…the outside dial of the vent turns to either increase or decrease the cabin temperature.”

And speaking of heating and ventilation the circular vents both look cool and are functional.  Because the outside dial of the vent turns to either increase or decrease the cabin temperature.  Great design!

The 2019 Blazer seats up to 5 adults.   Plus, if you’re in the backseat and in the middle, you still get to enjoy a flat floor!

And with the backseat up you have an ample 30.5 cubic-feet of cargo space.  Drop the backseats down and you wind up with a generous 64.2 cu-ft.

2019 Chevy Blazer Technology & Safety Features

The all-new 2019 Chevrolet Blazer is packed with technology features.  For instance, the 8-inch touchscreen is standard across all trim levels.

And that touchscreen, along with the rest of the ’19 Blazer controls are all well laid out and highly functional.  The intuitive and user-friendly design makes all the features, like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a cinch to master.

And the 2019 Chevy Blazer offers all the driver-assisted safety technology that we’ve come to expect.

Driving the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer

Being more crossover than SUV, the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer is smooth.  But it’s also powerful and fun.  I love the upright seating position giving you a great view and command for the road.

“I love the upright seating position giving you a great view and command for the road.”

Confidence behind the wheel is a key factor.  Especially when you’re dealing with the insane traffic we live with here in Southern California!

Stepping on the Blazer’s accelerator enhances that confidence through both the torque and even the sound.  But the Blazer’s cabin is still quiet and refined – even while driving a bit more aggressively than normal.

All-New 2019 Chevrolet Blazer | Top-3 Features

1. Exterior Styling – This Blazer is sharp, it looks great in every trim level.  The RS gives you the sportiness.  The Premier delivers the more refine and even the base Blazer looks great pulling up to a valet stand.
2. Technology – The 2019 Blazer can be loaded up like a luxury vehicle.  In fact, when you buy a fully loaded version, the only thing you’re missing is a luxury badge.
3. Power – The 2019 Blazer’s 308-horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque instill a sense of confidence and control.  I love a vehicle that has more than I need under the hood… cause you never know when you might want just a sample of the goods. 🙂

Martin Chevrolet – Southern California’s Chevy Dealer

My thanks again to our Chevy partner, Martin Chevrolet, for letting us do a 2019 Chevy Blazer review.  For all-things Chevy, Martin Chevrolet is Southern California’s Chevy Dealer.  Stop in and say hi to my friend, general manager, Lewis Cook.  Also, his general sales manager, Ronnie Blomquist.

 

Martin Chevrolet is on Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance, California and at MartinChevrolet.com.  Chevrolet, Find New Roads!

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