Exterior

The Blazer expresses performance from every angle. Each trim level has unique front-end styling. The 2LT features body color in place of a grille. The RS adds a black grille, and the SS features a far more aggressive grill, side intakes, and lower air dam. RS and SS models also include full-width LED lighting across the front and rocker panels on the side. The body features a flowing coke-bottle contour uncommon on most crossovers. Add blacked-out side window treatment, and a gently downward sloping roofline to the rear, it all adds up to a vehicle that looks like it’s in motion while standing still. 19-inch alloys fill the wheel wells on the 2LT. The RS upgrades to 21-inch wheels with 22-inch multi-finish wheels on the SS. The SS also adds a blacked-out roof, giving the entire upper body the look of a canopy reminiscent of the 4th generation Camaro.

Interior

The performance-focused design carries to the interior, starting with a thick-rim three-spoke steering wheel for the driver in front of an 11-inch configurable digital driver information screen. Canted toward the driver, is a large intuitive 17.7-inch-diagonal center infotainment touchscreen. Camaro-inspired HVAC vents add to the performance theme. All models feature ambient lighting, which can be customized on RS and SS trims. The compact drivetrains and flat floor allow for a large cabin. When in cargo mode, the rear seats fold flat with the cargo floor. The RS adds blue and red contrast stitching. The SS will feature microfiber seating which is available in eye-popping Adrenaline Red.

Performance

At the core of the Blazer EV is the Ultium platform, which powers the Silverado EV, and most figure GM EVs. The platform consists of a flat 102 kWh lithium battery located on the floor between the front and rear axles. rear-wheel drive Blazers will have a single motor mounted in the rear. All-wheel drive models add a motor at the front axle. In AWD form, the SS will produce 557 horsepower and up to 648 lb-ft of torque, while a unique WOW (Wide Open Watts) mode features a temporary power boost that will enable 0-60 sprints of less than 4 seconds. At the same time, the battery concentrates vehicle weight low and between the axles resulting in a low center of gravity and low polar inertia for flat and responsive handling in the curves.

The Blazer EV can also be quite relaxing to drive, particularly with its ability to enable one-pedal driving in which braking can begin with the release of the accelerator pedal, all the way down to a stop. You might only use the brake pedal for emergency braking.

The operating range will vary from 279 miles to a possible 320 miles on a full charge depending on the model and drivetrain. You will want to charge your Blazer at home with a Level 2 whenever possible, but on the road, fast DC-direct charging capability of up to 190 kW, can add approximately 78 miles every 10 minutes up to about an 80% charge level based on GM estimates.

Technology

After getting in the Blazer EV and closing the door, the driver simply pushes the brake pedal to get the vehicle started. Navigation is accessible through the MyChevy app which can also find and plan routes to charging stations. The front console has a pad to wirelessly charge most modern cell phones, and USB jacks allow for further connectivity.

All models come standard with Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of safety features including:

• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Forward Collision Alert
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• Following Distance Indicator
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Intellibeam auto high beams

An available feature is Enhanced Automated Parking Assist which can perfectly place the Blazer EV in a detected parallel or perpendicular parking space. GM’s famed Super Cruise will be available on the SS, which allows true hands-free driving on over 400,000 miles of highway in North America. Finally, behind all of the Blazer EV’s electronics is the Ultifi platform that can enable over-the-air seamless upgrades, personalization options, and new applications to drivers on demand as well as regular software upgrades.