Driving range and performance upgrade! 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV..Strengths and Limitations
Feb 10, 2025
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The Chevrolet Blazer EV is a medium-sized SUV with plenty of indoor space. The wheelbase reaches 3096mm, allowing five adults to board comfortably. Load space is also a strength. It provides 722 liters of loading space in the basic state. When the rear seat is folded, it extends to 1673 liters. This is a factor that increases practicality as a family SUV.
The trim composition also expanded the range of consumer choices. The basic model LT trim starts at $44,600 (about 64.75 million won). Based on AWD models, it provides a mileage of 283 miles (about 455 km) per charge. The RS trim has a sportier design and a driving range of 334 miles (about 537 kilometers). The price starts at 49,900 U.S. dollars.
SS trim has also been prepared for consumers who want high performance. The price starts at less than $61,000 (about 88.57 million won), with a zero-back (0-60 mph) of just 3.4 seconds. It is equipped with GM's super cruise semi-autonomous driving function, 102kWh battery, and head-up display to increase marketability.
The blazer EV SS trim is the fastest SS model in Chevrolet history. Based on a 102kWh battery, it boasts a maximum output of 595 horsepower and 645 lb-ft (about 875 Nm) of torque. In particular, activating the wide "WOW (Wide Open Watts) mode" will provide strong acceleration performance.
Considering performance, price competitiveness is also outstanding. The Blazer EV SS can be purchased for less than 61,000 dollars (about 88.57 million won). It has better price-to-performance than the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S, which costs $77,995 (about 127.79 million won).
Chevrolet Blazer EV - RS Trim
The LT trim provided 455 km of driving distance, while the RS trim secured a long driving distance of 537 km based on rear wheel drive (RWD). The figure is better than the Honda Prologue (476 kilometers) or the Kia EV9 (489 kilometers).
One of the biggest drawbacks of the Blazer EV is that it doesn't come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. GM is equipped with Google's built-in infotainment system.
However, consumers tend to prefer the existing smartphone linkage function. Honda Prologue, a rival model, is differentiated by supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Chevrolet Blazer EV - 2LT Trim
The Chevrolet Blazer EV is based on a platform jointly developed by GM and Honda. As a result, they share the same battery and powertrain as the Honda prologue. Although the two models differ in design, consumers seem to prefer the Honda prologue.
In fact, in the North American market, more than 33,000 Honda prologues were sold in 2024, while only 23,115 Chevrolet Blazer EVs were sold. There was a difference of more than 10,000 units, showing a pattern of losing out in consumer choice.
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV is a model with strengths in terms of price, mileage, and performance. In particular, the strong acceleration performance of the SS trim and the long driving distance of the RS trim are factors that will dominate the competition model.
However, the problem of platform sharing with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto Support, and Honda Prolog is regrettable. If you are a consumer considering purchasing, it is recommended to make a decision after comparing the difference with your competing vehicle sufficiently.
Editor Kim Tae-won tw.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
