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2026 Chevy Trailblazer Trims Comparison

Which 2026 Trailblazer trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Trailblazer LT offers value with the flexibility of adding appealing upgrades. Highlights include the opportunity to choose a more powerful engine, all-wheel drive and larger wheels. Several option packages make it easier to tailor the LT to your preferences.

2026 Trailblazer trim level differences

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a subcompact SUV available in LS, LT, RS and Activ trim levels.

A turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine (137 horsepower, 162 lb-ft of torque) is standard in the Trailblazer LS and LT, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive. The RS and Activ models include a turbocharged 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine (155 hp, 174 lb-ft); this engine is an option for the LS and LT models.

Trailblazers equipped with all-wheel drive include the 1.3-liter turbocharged engine. In place of the CVT, a nine-speed automatic transmission turns all four wheels. Keep reading for the highlights from the Trailblazer's standard and optional equipment lists.

LS
As you might expect, the most affordable Trailblazer is pretty basic. Nevertheless, it has some appealing standard features, including:

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Automatic high-beam headlights
  • Push-button start
  • Height-adjustable driver's seat
  • Flat-folding front passenger seat
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat
  • 8-inch digital instrumentation panel
  • 11-inch infotainment touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
  • Access to a Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Two USB ports

Standard safety features include:

  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Lane keeping assistance (steers the Trailblazer back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
  • Teen Driver (monitors driver behavior and provides a report card detailing use of the vehicle)

LT
Move up to the LT trim level for the following upgrades:

  • 17-inch black machined-finish wheels
  • Roof rails
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Tinted rear windows
  • Keyless entry
  • Remote start

RS
The RS has a larger 1.3-liter turbocharged engine, a sporty look, and more standard equipment than the LT:

  • 19-inch wheels
  • Two-tone paint
  • Black exterior trim
  • Dual exhaust outlets
  • LED taillights
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Rear-seat center armrest

Activ
The Trailblazer Activ is equipped similarly to the RS, but adds off-road-oriented hardware and styling cues:

  • Unique 17-inch wheels
  • Sport-terrain tires
  • Off-road suspension tuning
  • Underbody skid plate

Most options for the Trailblazer are bundled into packages:

  • Convenience package (LS)
    • Dark-tinted rear glass
    • Remote start
  • Convenience package (LT trim and above)
    • Hands-free power liftgate (RS and Activ)
    • Automatic climate control
    • Power driver's seat (LT)
    • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
    • Wireless smartphone charger
    • Additional USB charge ports
    • Household-style power outlet
  • Cold Weather package (LT)
    • Heated front seats
    • Heated steering wheel
  • Driver Confidence package (called the LS Confidence package with LS trim)
    • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
    • Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
  • Adaptive Cruise and Sound package (RS and Activ)
    • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Trailblazer and the car in front)
    • Bose premium sound system with seven speakers
  • Blackout package (LS and LT)
    • Black emblems
    • Black badges
    • Black grille trim
  • Trailering package
    • Trailering harness
    • Trailer hitch

Depending on the selected trim level, stand-alone options can include:

  • Roof rack cross rails
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Keyless entry keypad
  • Adaptive cruise control

Pricing

Edmunds suggests you pay
$24,039
15 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in RI thru 7/14/25
Final assembly in South Korea

Compare 2026 Trailblazer trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Wakefield, RI
Vehicle
Trailblazer LS
Trailblazer LT
Trailblazer RS
Trailblazer ACTIV
Vehicle
LS
1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT
Starting MSRP
$24,395
Avg Price Paid
$24,039
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RS
1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT
Starting MSRP
$28,995
Avg Price Paid
$28,404
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ACTIV
1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT
Starting MSRP
$28,995
Avg Price Paid
$28,498
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
optional
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leatherette/cloth
leatherette
Heated seats
Not Available
optional
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
South Korea
South Korea
South Korea
South Korea
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
137 hp @ 5,000 rpm
137 hp @ 5,000 rpm
155 hp @ 5,600 rpm
155 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Engine torque
162 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
162 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
174 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm
174 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm
Engine displacement
1.2 l
1.2 l
1.3 l
1.3 l
Engine configuration
inline 3
inline 3
inline 3
inline 3
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
225/60R17
225/60R17
245/45R19
225/60R17
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
30 / 31 / 30 MPG
30 / 31 / 30 MPG
29 / 33 / 31 MPG
29 / 33 / 31 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
396 / 409 miles
396 / 409 miles
383 / 436 miles
383 / 436 miles
Fuel Type
flex-fuel (unleaded/e85)
flex-fuel (unleaded/e85)
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
37.3 ft.
37.3 ft.
38.3 ft.
37.3 ft.
Curb weight
3,029 lb.
3,029 lb.
3,095 lb.
3,095 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.2 in.
71.2 in.
71.2 in.
71.2 in.
Height
64.2 in.
65.2 in.
65.3 in.
65.2 in.
Length
174.1 in.
174.1 in.
174.1 in.
174.1 in.
Wheelbase
104.0 in.
104.0 in.
104.0 in.
104.0 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
25.3 cu. ft.
25.3 cu. ft.
25.3 cu. ft.
25.3 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
54.4 cu. ft.
54.4 cu. ft.
54.4 cu. ft.
54.4 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
Front Leg Room
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.4 in.
55.4 in.
55.4 in.
55.4 in.
Rear Head Room
38.4 in.
38.4 in.
38.4 in.
38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
39.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.8 in.
53.8 in.
53.8 in.
53.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Jet Black, cloth
Jet Black/Medium Ash Gray, cloth
Jet Black/Medium Ash Gray, cloth
Jet Black, cloth
Jet Black w/Red Accents, leatherette
Jet Black/Artemis w/Yellow Stitching, leatherette
Jet Black w/Yellow Stitching, leatherette
Exterior
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
Summit White
Marina Blue Metallic
Apex Red
Sterling Gray Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Cacti Green
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
Summit White
Marina Blue Metallic
Apex Red
Sterling Gray Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
Cacti Green
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
Marina Blue Metallic
Apex Red
Sterling Gray Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
White Sands
Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
Marina Blue Metallic
Sterling Gray Metallic
Mosaic Black Metallic
White Sands
Cacti Green