The latest car in General Motors’ ever expanding EV portfolio is the new Chevrolet Blazer.
You may already be familiar with the Blazer nameplate considering it started life as a two-door pickup truck back in 1969 that would become a desirable classic.
As we come into the age of electrification however, the Blazer has been transformed into an all-electric SUV that’s capable of travelling 515km on a single charge.
Based on GM’s Ultium Platform shared by vehicles like the Hummer H1T, Cadillac Lyriq and Chevrolet Silverado EV, the Blazer is host to three different drivetrain layouts depending on the trim level.
The 1LT is front-wheel drive with just under 400km of range while the 2LT can travel 471km with optional all-wheel drive available. If you opt for the RS model, you’ll be able to travel 515km with the option of front-, rear- and all-wheel drive layouts.
Chevrolet will introduce its performance oriented SS trim to the new Blazer, giving it 409kW and 879Nm that is fed to all four wheels. Range comes to 466km, a little lower than the RS due to the performance sacrifice.
Much of the SUV’s design cues are inspired by the Camaro and Corvette, such as the pumped fenders and coupe-like raised body line giving the SUV a downward rake.
An LED lighting element stretches across the front of the Blazer which displays the vehicle’s state of charge during charging.
Another trick feature of the Blazer’s styling (and tech) is a powered-opening charge port door just behind the front wheel arch that opens when pressed.
Chevy’s performance inspiration also makes its way into the interior where a flat-bottom steering wheel can be found in the RS and SS models. The flat floor courtesy of the Ultium Platform provides the Blazer with a two-row seating arrangement that gives ample spaciousness and storage options.
Each model comes with a 17.7-inch infotainment touchscreen as well as an 11-inch digital gauge cluster.
“The 2024 Blazer EV sets a new tone for electric SUVs, with options and intuitive technologies that help position Chevy for leadership in one of the fastest-growing EV segments,” said Chevy vice president Scott Bell.
Pricing starts at $47,595 ($NZ76,384) and will be available in the US by mid-next year. There’s no word on whether there will be a right-hand drive variant however.
